I use this for city riding and touring. It keeps the chain lubed for quite some time. I ride my city bike almost everyday and have to re-lube it every 2-3 weeks with this product. I think it depends on how much it rains. It also really gets the filth out when wiping the chain after application.
I've been using ProLink for over 10 years, ever since Uncle Al recommended it in the Road Bike Rider newsletter. It is the best all round oil I've ever used, for all conditions rain or shine. It's long lasting and collects little road grime.
I commute to the train station year round and need a good chain lube. It does a good job keeping my chain lubed- much better than the wax-based lubes. The only negative aspect is that it does not last too long, especially if it gets wet. I usually lube my chain once a week.
This is the stuff Lennard Zinn uses. Enough said)
Good overall chain lubricant a little gummy and heavy in dusty conditions compared to other lighter lubes, but great for most conditions.
I've been using ProLink for a dozen years now to clean and lube mt chains. I can vouch that this practice gives me at least 50-70% longer chain life then any other lube I've used, or that my customers use.
...Alan (pro mechanic)
I have used ProLink for many years and I like the way it keeps the chain very clean and doesn't attract much gritty gunk. I apply it using a slow drip so I don't waste much. The adjustable flow cap makes this easy to do. I also use ProLink to lube most of the other pivot points on the bike and it works very well for those too.
easy application, self cleans, lasts about 500 miles in decent weather
I've been using ProGold ProLink Chain Lubricant for about 5 years. It is exceptional without question. When my chain is happy, I am happy. I'm a happy rider/racer. I apply this to my chain every 10-14 days and it has always worked well.
This is the best chain lube I have ever used.
I ride a bit over 5500 miles per year. I've tried many, many different brands of lube. This is my favorite.
Pro-Link is great lube but it's not weather-riding friendly. You end-up re-applying a lot if wet conditions prevail. In the warmer, dryer months it works really well. I haven't found anything better as of yet so I use it on all of my bikes.
Having come across ProLink Chain Lub several years ago, I search no more for the perfect bike chain lubricant, only seeking this product during a sale.
I really have liked Prolink chain lube. For the dry climate I live in, I think it is the perfect viscosity to coat the chain. It seems to last longer than a couple other lubes I have used.
I use it regularly on my bikes. The product works well and it is well worth the investment.
I fully concur with all the others who rave about this lube. I use it to clean and lube my chains, and also occasionally to lube other bit'n'pieces like derailleur pivots. I never use degreaser on my chains - only ProLink.
One aspect not well explored by others is the increased longevity of chains when using ProLink. Over many years I routinely got 2,300km to 2,500km out of an Ultegra chain before it was worn/stretched to the point where it needed replacing to avoid excessively starting to wear chainring and cassette teeth.
When I switched to using ProLink, my chain life increased to 4,000 - 5,000km. All other factors - chain brand/model, bike, riding conditions, weather, roads, riding style, etc - remained the same. That alone has saved me the cost of two road chains per year.
I also used to get about 20,000km out of a pair of chainrings before the teeth were worn to the point where shifting crispness was impaired. Using ProLink, the longer chain life, in addition to the bit of lubrication provided to the chainring teeth, seems to give me about 40,000km out of a pair of chainrings. That's a lot of distance, and over the last several years doesn't give me enough sample data for a definitive conclusion (unlike with chains).
To use it, I put lots on the chain and wipe off as much as I can - that cleans as well as lubes. Then I let dry overnight before riding so that the rest of the solvent can evaporate.
One small bonus - ProLink is not flammable, so you can pack it in your bike box when traveling by plane.
Excellent lubricant
My favorite chain lube. It has a balance of good lubrication, good durability, and staying clean that I like. It seems to lubricate as well as any lube I've tried. It lasts longer than the dry lubes I've tried, and it stays cleaner than the other wet lubes I've tried. I like to clean a new chain thoroughly with degreaser, then apply ProGold and allow it to dry twice before putting the chain on my bike.
My summary above pretty much says it all
I'm fastidious about keeping my drive train clean and lubed at all times. ProGold Prolink is just the right viscosity and keeps my 29er rolling in stealth mode while exploring Central Texas urban wild spaces. Before each weekend warrior liftoff I apply a drop per link and wipe thoroughly. It's amazing just how much grease and dirt comes off the chain, even after a light-duty ride. Though I use Tri-Flow for cables and pivot points, I have used ProGold and it works great in this capacity, too.
This is the only chain lube I'll ever need. Would like an extra ounce for the price. Other than that, no complaints.
