What type of MTB chain lube do you use: Wet, dry, or wax?

Aug 9, 2026

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A close-up image of a person's hand applying lubricant to a bicycle chain using a yellow and black lubricant applicator. The background is blurred, focusing on the chain links, which show a slight sheen from the lubricant being applied.

There are a lot of choices when it comes to mountain bike chain lube, and over time most riders will develop a preference. Broadly speaking, there are three basic lube choices: wet, dry, or wax. Most of us choose which type of lube to use based on our usual riding conditions, but even dry trails get wet sometimes, and rainy locations see dry spells. With that in mind, we want to know which type of lube you default to.

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What’s your MTB chain lube of choice: wet, dry, or wax?

Wet lube
Dry lube
Wax
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What’s your go-to brand of lube? Tell us what it is and why in the comments below!

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