Press Release
We are happy to introduce Wolf Tooth Components WT-1 Chain Lube, a premium synthetic chain lube and drivetrain treatment for all conditions.
We’ve been working on developing a premium chain lube over the past five years, and with the help of SCC Tech, we finally have one that we’re really excited about. It cleans, protects, works in all conditions, and lasts 3-5x longer than most other chain lubes out there because it is a highly concentrated lubricant (95% lubricant vs the 25-50% of most other chain lubes) and bonds well to the metal in your chain and drivetrain. This is important to us because we want our customers to get the most out of their chainrings. It’s available in 2.0 and 0.5 fl oz bottles, retailing for $18.95 and $6.95 respectively.
We spend a lot of time in the field studying chainring wear and drivetrain efficiency and have found that with modern drivetrain design, a high-quality lubricant is becoming more and more essential. Additionally, it is extremely easy to use and can even be applied to a dirty chain.
It cleans and protects chains while improving the overall mechanical efficiency of a drivetrain. This allows cyclists to have just WT-1 Chain Lube on hand, instead of separate dry chain lube, wet chain lube, chain cleaner, and drivetrain treatment. As a drivetrain treatment, WT-1 will clean your chain by pushing dirt and debris to the surface where it can be wiped away, then it will protect your chain in all riding conditions and allow you to ride longer between applications.
- It cleans, lubricates, and protects chains
- Peak performance in all conditions
- An optimal choice for complex modern drivetrains
- Available in 2.0 and 0.5 fl oz bottles, sold individually and by the box
- Easy to use. Quick to apply.
- Also works on other places of your bike, including hubs, cables, and pulley wheels
Thoughts => We have not tried the WT-1 chain lube as yet, so we can’t comment on its effectiveness or functionality on a bike’s drivetrain. However, with all of their products we have tried over the years, they have always performed above the call of duty, so we can assume that the WT-1 chain lube will work admirably.
Ease of use is important in selecting a chain lubricant and chain treatment. The complete application process of WT-1 Chain Lube takes less than a minute and there is no need to clean your chain before getting started.
Here’s how to begin using WT-1 Chain Lube:
- Shake the bottle of WT-1 for 30 seconds. A ball bearing is present in every bottle to help mix things up.
- Apply one drop to each roller of your chain. We recommend applying WT-1 Chain Lube to the top side of your chain between your derailleur and chainring, just in front of that lower pulley wheel.
- Backpedal 20-30 times. This helps WT-1 Chain Lube find its way between all the pieces of your chain.
- Wipe the chain with a microfiber cloth until it appears clean with a light sheen. It’ll look extra dirty at first, then it will clear up as you wipe away that dirt.
- Ride your bike. Reapply at least once every 400 miles.
After your first couple of applications, you’ll notice that your chain looks extra dirty following your first few rides. This means that WT-1 Chain Lube is working because that detergent-like additive has made its way into the gaps and crevices of your chain and is actively pushing out dirt, grease, and debris. You’ll want to wipe down your chain after those first few rides to remove chain contaminants. As you ride more and more, you’ll see WT-1 get into its stride and your chain will be clean, silent, and efficient.
Beyond the chain, WT-1 Chain Lube will improve the overall mechanical efficiency of drivetrains and can be used on other moving pieces of a bike, including pulley wheels, hubs, cables, and more. Be sure to wipe away any excess chain lube after applying it to other areas of your bike.
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