Description
I Know A Guy Bicycles offers three different wax services: Silca Secret Hot Wax—New Chain, Silca Secret Hot Wax—Re-Wax Chain, and Silca Secret Hot Wax—New Chain w/ Cassette Cleaning.
(New Chains or Previous Waxed Chains Only)
🎬 Product overview video: Ditch the liquid!
Silca Super Secret WAXED
Technical details
• Saves up to 2w
• Fully compatible with Super Secret Chain Lube
• Clean to the touch on the chain
• No PFAS chemicals
• Get up to 25,000 km out of a chain
Pre-waxed chains go through our 4-step process to maximize the longevity of the wax coating:
- Removal of the factory-applied packing grease (3-step process) using an Ultrasonic Cleaner.
- Rinse With Alcohol and Fan dry
- Apply chains in the wax-heated bath for 15 minutes
- Run through our wax-shedding machine to lessen the mess.
Then, it was placed in the original repackaging.
How it works!
After checkout, you will be sent instructions on how to send in your chains and/or cassettes. (Recommended) If you’re buying something new, you can send it directly to me from Amazon or other distributors to save shipping costs. Shipping: You pay to send it to me; return shipping is included in the service price via USPS or UPS. (lower 48 states)
You don’t know what you are missing if you’ve never used a paraffin-coated chain. Not only are they super fast, but they’re also spotless and oddly quiet. With a paraffin-coated chain, you’ll rarely need to clean your drive train, and your gear will last much longer. The chains are stripped of all factory grease, using a three-step cleaning process. Then I apply the wax. The paraffin coating will last, on average, for most road riders around 220 miles (350km) and mountain bikers around 125 miles (200km) (which is a low estimate not to set expectations too high). The dryer the conditions, the longer it will last. Even in wet conditions, the wax will outperform any lube on the market. This leads us to the following recommendation. The industry-standard best way to run a paraffin system is to rotate chains. For example, if you ride 700 miles (1,127km) a month, you’d be best rotating three chains. Use the first chain for about 10 days of riding, swap to your second chain for days 11-20 of riding, and when you get to the third chain, send us the first two chains to get re-waxed. But I ride it until it makes noise, then swap it out. Typically, most people will get 2 years out of their chains using this system! This service includes a 3-step cleaning of the chain(s) and sending your cassette(s). (One cassette to one chain) If sending more than one chain. I’m including a cassette cleaning to ensure your drivetrain is mostly clean and will get the best results. I highly recommend cleaning your derailleurs and crankset of old grease and debris. Note: This service is for new chains and lightly used cassettes. This will not resurrect dead, overused, or worn-out, need-to-be-recycled parts.
🛠️ DIY Refresh Re-Waxing Your Bicycle Chain: (Between Hot Melt Waxing)
Re-waxing bicycle chains with drip wax involves applying a thin layer of molten wax to the chain links. This process typically requires a dedicated wax pot or heat source to melt the wax. Once melted, the wax is dripped onto the chain while it is rotated to ensure even coverage. After the wax has cooled and solidified, excess wax is wiped away, leaving a protective coating on the chain. Re-waxing bicycle chains with drip wax is an effective way to maintain optimal performance, reduce friction, and extend the lifespan of the chain. However, it requires careful application and may be more time-consuming than using other lubrication methods.
