NEW Oil Slick Colourway Chains! Show
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DescriptionKnown and trusted for great products, this 11-speed chain is the perfect addition for geared set ups now with an Oil slick finish!
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Color Family Quantity Standard Delivery 2 - 6 day(s) ₱80.00 Cash on Delivery Available for orders below ₱25,000 7 Days Money Back Guarantee Change of mind is not applicable  Download app to get Free Gift or P60 off Voucher! View on App Bike Perfect VerdictStrong, corrosion-resistant and decent shifting chain with fashionable color options at a fair price. Go silver for good value though Pros
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The 11-speed Gusset GS-11 chain is designed for both on- and off-road use and its standard silver model has worked well for us, whatever the weather and ratios we’ve thrown at it. Now the Gusset GS-11 comes with a trendy oil-slick finish which, while it looks great, adds nearly 50 per cent to the standard chain's retail price. To work out whether this particular model actually brings anything else to the table, other than the flashy colors, we've put it through its paces and compared it to the standard chain.
It's significant that the Oil Slick Gusset chain costs so much more than the standard, because, besides the color, the silver GS-11 and the oil slick version are exactly the same top-spec chain. Both use chamfered outer plates to speed up shifting, and those outer plates are slotted to save a few grams, too. The pins are DHA Chromium Carbide hardened and the whole chain gets a Ni-PTFE coating to increase slipperiness and durability. That means the chain has shrugged off all the weather, grit, salt and low gear straining we’ve thrown at it since last year, first on our winter road bike and then on our gravel test bike. Even when we’ve ridden well past the squeak there’s no signs of corrosion and wear apart from the humped joining link. That’s designed to be re-useable and Gusset says there’s no issue splitting and re-joining the chain by pushing rivets in and out conventionally either. Shifting is slightly noisier and a little slower than top-spec Shimano and SRAM chains comparing new to new, but after a couple of months of riding the comparison was close enough that it was hard to call. Corrosion resistance certainly seems more forgiving of poor after-ride care than mid-range chains from the big brands, too. VerdictIf you’re more concerned about longevity and corrosion-resistance than the slickest shifts when new, Gusset's chains are definitely worth looking out for. However unless you're committed to the Oil Slick aesthetic, go for Silver to get more value for your money. Prices: Gusset GS-11 Oil Slick chain
Guy Kesteven is Bike Perfect and Cyclingnews’ contributing tech editor. Hatched in Yorkshire he's been hardened by riding round it in all weathers since he was a kid. He spent a few years working in bike shops and warehouses before starting writing and testing for bike mags in 1996. Since then he’s written several million words about several thousand test bikes and a ridiculous amount of riding gear. To make sure he rarely sleeps and to fund his custom tandem habit, he’s also penned a handful of bike-related books and talks to a GoPro for YouTube, too. Rides: Pace RC295, Cotic FlareMax, Specialized Chisel, Vielo V+1 gravel bike, Nicolai FS Enduro, Landescape custom gravel tandem Height: 180cm Weight: 69kg How do I choose the best bike chain lubricant?The texture of the oil may range from thick and greasy to light and wet. Some oils are applied with small syringes while others are sprayed directly on the chain. Light oil is often the easiest to apply. The consistency of the lubricant allows it to penetrate every area of the chain.
Is 2019 the year of the oil slick for mountain bikes?With Sram's AXS leading the charge, 2019 looks set to be the year of the oil slick for mountain biking. The yellow-y, purple-y, green-y coating has been all the rage in BMX for a few years and the mountain bike industry seems to have decided that now is the time for mountain bikers to get on board too.
Is 3Unfortunately, it’s also good at collecting dust and debris, requiring more cleaning. 3-in-1 oil: 3-in-1 oil is a multi-purpose oil used for a wide range of applications, including lubricating bike chains. 3-in-1 oil is made with naphthenic oil, which is commonly used as a base oil for bike lubricants.
Why is the oil slick gusset chain so expensive?It's significant that the Oil Slick Gusset chain costs so much more than the standard, because, besides the color, the silver GS-11 and the oil slick version are exactly the same top-spec chain. Both use chamfered outer plates to speed up shifting, and those outer plates are slotted to save a few grams, too.
Is WDIs WD-40 good for bike chains—summary. In summary, WD-40 is great for cleaning and degreasing your chain, but doesn't work well as a lubricant. It will provide some small amount of lubrication, but nowhere near enough for your bike chain to run smoothly. It's best to use a high-quality, bike-specific lubricant instead.
Is WDWD-40 is a great bike chain lube water based lubricant and will not only lubricate the chain well, but will also keep it rust and corrosion free. It also minimizes the accumulation of dirt which reduces the wear and tear of the chain.
Does adding oil to a bike chain reduce friction?Bike oil isn't typically used for chain lube, but performs better than grease. Generally speaking, bike oil will help reduce friction and prevent damage but the protection won't last very long. If you end up using bike oil and chain lube, use it in small quantities. Don't be tempted to absolutely coat your chain in it.
When should I oil my mountain bike chain?The majority of bicycle owner's manuals and bike repair books recommend to clean and lube your mountain bike chain after every hard ride or after exposure to dirty and wet conditions.
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