Used to think chain cleaning meant a quick wipe, but after my chain snapped on a steep hill in Denver, I switched to a full degrease and re-lube every 150 miles.

Lucas Kim · 2026-03-19T07:20:06.021761+00:00

Is a deep clean worth the extra 20 minutes, or is a surface clean with a rag good enough for most casual riding?

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Used to think chain cleaning meant a quick wipe, but after my chain snapped on a steep hill in Denver, I switched to a full degrease and re-lube every 150 miles. | DIY Bike Repair - The Community Guide