Muc-Off joins the drip-wax chain lube game
Muc-Off has long and publicly resisted the shift toward wax-based chain lubes. Now the British bike maintenance company is joining the well-established party.
Designed for dry to damp conditions on road and off-road, the new Dark Energy chain lube is said to have been developed over four years. Like other drip-on wax lubes in this category, Muc-Off's is also PFAS-free and claims to stay clean, reduce component wear, and remain smooth. Meanwhile, Muc-Off states its Ludicrous oil lube remains its top choice for racing in wet conditions.
In order to prep the chain for the new wax lube, Muc-off has released a matching Chain Wax Cleaner degreaser. Dark Energy Chain Wax is offered in 50ml and 120ml bottles, priced at £15 / €20 / US$18 and £23 / €30 / US$25 respectively. A 500ml bottle of the cleaner is priced at £22 / €25 / US$25.
We only just received samples, time will tell how this one stacks up against favoured drip waxes such as CeramicSpeed UFO All Conditions, Silca Super Secret, Smoove, and Rex Black Magik.
