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ProGold ProLink Chain Lube


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  • # of Reviews: 159

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Pro Gold ProLink Chain Lube 32oz: "Dry" lube with metal friction reducers and moisture repellents...


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User Reviews

Overall Rating:5
Value Rating:5
Submitted by Kaboomgeo a Weekend Warrior from Brisbane, QLD, Australia

Date Reviewed: February 2, 2012

Strengths:    Does not attract dirt/dust, long lasting, quiet, easy to dispense, bottle does not clog like wax lubes,

Weaknesses:    Its only weakness is related to the incompatability (contains mineral spirits) with the plastics in my new E13 chain guide/bash ring. Had I known this was an issue I would have found a different bash guard / chain guide. This is a big disappointment as I have tried all of the E13 recomended lubricants with dismal results. I supose they would be good lubes if you were a fully sponsored rider and had someone else paying for and maintaining your bike and parts.

Bottom Line:   
The best chain lube on the market.

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Duration Product Used:   2 Years

Purchased At:   LBS

Similar Products Used:   Triflow, Pedros, White Lightning, and many others

Bike Setup:   GT Sanction 1.0, full Saint, Maxis Ardent 2.4 tyres, Reverb dropper post, my goto bike for pretty much all types of riding.


Overall Rating:5
Value Rating:5
Submitted by antslow a Cross Country Rider from Louisville

Date Reviewed: October 23, 2011

Strengths:    Lubes chain

Weaknesses:    doesnt pedal for you

Bottom Line:   
Use as directed and you and your drivetrain will be some happy campers.

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Favorite Trail:   Cherokee

Duration Product Used:   1 Year

Price Paid:    $9.00

Purchased At:   Clarksville Schwinn

Similar Products Used:   DuMond, White Lightning, Tri-flow, the stuff in the red and white bottle whos name i forget right now

Bike Setup:   tires, fork, saddle, brakes, etc


Overall Rating:5
Value Rating:5
Submitted by anderda a Cross Country Rider from Dunwoody GA

Date Reviewed: August 27, 2011

Strengths:    The oil does not seem to pick up as much grime and dirt as other oils I have used. The result is I am keeping my components longer and thus saving me big bucks. I really like that the flow out of the bottle is just right for applying the oil.

Weaknesses:    None that I know of.

Bottom Line:   
I used to just buy any oil that was available at the bike shop. It's the only oil I use now. Will use in either wet or dry conditions.

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Favorite Trail:   Pinotti

Duration Product Used:   More than 3 years

Price Paid:    $8.00

Purchased At:   Alpha Bikes

Bike Setup:   2007 Giant Anthem 0


Overall Rating:5
Value Rating:5
Submitted by ajriding a Racer from atlanta, GA

Date Reviewed: August 25, 2011

Strengths:    Clean running chain lube. Last for MTB use. It works best when u apply it the night before so the metal treatment can really do it's work, it works good as a lube just applied right before the ride, but I prefer to apply it hours out, then again right before, then wipe off excess.

Bottom Line:   
This is the best. The lube is clean, acts as a cleaner, and does not attract dust or dirt so much. One tiny bottle last a very long time too.

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Duration Product Used:   More than 3 years

Similar Products Used:   all other brands



Overall Rating:5
Value Rating:5
Submitted by SHEY a Cross Country Rider from Atlanta, Georgia, USA

Date Reviewed: August 25, 2011

Strengths:    easy to find, easy to use, no wax. Like the luber pen as well.

Weaknesses:    could use a nice smell, maybe grape!

Bottom Line:   
Great chain lube and works well on cables, der pivots, ect, like that. Easy to use, follow the directions!

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Favorite Trail:   Pinhoti

Duration Product Used:   More than 3 years

Price Paid:    $8.00

Purchased At:   C-Town Bikes

Similar Products Used:   Rock n roll, dumond tech?, pedro's, finish line dry/wet, tri-flow ect

Bike Setup:   Niner A9C, currently with gears


Overall Rating:5
Value Rating:5
Submitted by Brian Matter a Cross Country Rider from Sheboygan, WI USA

Date Reviewed: August 24, 2011

Strengths:    Easy application, Great performance, always a clean chain, no noise, one bottle lasts a long time, works great in the toughest conditions, sand, mud, rain, etc

Weaknesses:    none

Bottom Line:   
If you want solid performance and a clean chain check out PROGOLD Pro Link chain lube. It's the best.!

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Favorite Trail:   POTO

Duration Product Used:   More than 3 years

Price Paid:    $8.00

Purchased At:   Bike N Ski

Similar Products Used:   i've used them all but ever since i found pro gold nothing else has touched my bikes

Bike Setup:   Trek Top Fuel 9.9SSL - Trek Cronus Ultimate CX


Overall Rating:3
Value Rating:1
Submitted by All Over the Mountain a Weekend Warrior from East Coaster

Date Reviewed: July 12, 2011

Strengths:    This and cleans the chain well. Used the product for many years with great success

Weaknesses:    Started using a chain guide. The solvents in the ProGold ProLink impacted the polycarbonate and lead to a failure. I am quite sure this was the root cause due to the lack of abbrasions or other physical marks on the chainguide. The integrated pully fell off during a ride, and the upper guide was showing signs of chemica attack.

Bottom Line:   
Great value, based upon cost of the product alone. When the cost of replacement of polycarbonate parts is factored in, this is a poor value. This is a poor way to learn about chemical compatibility with polycarb. Learn from my mistake.

I am still impressed with the performance related to applications where polycarbonate contact isn't as high, such as my road bike chain. However, after using Dumondtec product, I will likely change over soon.

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Favorite Trail:   The one nearest

Duration Product Used:   More than 3 years

Price Paid:    $6.00

Purchased At:   Various Places

Similar Products Used:   Just started using Dumondtec with great success. Might try others as well.

Bike Setup:   All Over the Mountain and Valleys


Overall Rating:3
Value Rating:5
Submitted by xc/mxracer a Racer from Ringwood,NJ,USA

Date Reviewed: April 4, 2011

Strengths:    no dirt
water resistant
makes chain last


Weaknesses:    not long lasting at all
bottle is not the best


Bottom Line:   
i thought that it was a good deal which it was. i was sqeezing the bottle at the chain and i would either come out in big squirts or not at all. when i got it on right i noticed i only used minimal degreaser but it doesn't last long so i get sqeeks more than silence.

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Favorite Trail:   red

Duration Product Used:   Less than 1 month

Price Paid:    $4.00

Purchased At:   nashbar

Similar Products Used:   finish line synthetic

Bike Setup:   trek 4500 shimano m520


Overall Rating:3
Value Rating:4
Submitted by ProjectDan35 a Cross Country Rider from Rhode Island

Date Reviewed: April 1, 2011

Strengths:    Doesn't make a gunky mess, easy to apply, nice bottle.

Weaknesses:    Doesn't seem to last very long. Chain is always noisy at the end of the ride and i don't even ride through water!

Bottom Line:   
Probably one of the cleanest lubes out there, but doesn't lube very well. I will try Rock N Roll extreme lube next.

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Duration Product Used:   6 months

Bike Setup:   '10 Rockhopper Comp upgraded.


Overall Rating:5
Value Rating:5
Submitted by Varaxis a Weekend Warrior from Perris, CA

Date Reviewed: February 12, 2011

Strengths:    Relatively clean, smooth and silent

Weaknesses:    Washes away too easily, requires frequent application

Bottom Line:   
Works well, when it's on your chain. Any water in the form of puddles, light drizzles, sprinklers, garden hose, that splashes anywhere near the rear wheel and you have yourself a squeaky chain that is extremely prone to chainsuck on inclines. I bought a 3-pack on Price Point due to favorable reviews, so I'm stuck with it. Fortunately, the solution to this issue is easy--you just have to carry a bottle of lube with you when you ride. It was cheaper than what I used to use, well not as cheap as using VVL-800 from the shop (free), but for chain specific lube...

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Favorite Trail:   San Juan

Duration Product Used:   1 Year

Purchased At:   Price Point

Similar Products Used:   Pedro's, Finish Line

Bike Setup:   KMC X10SL on SRAM XX/XO 2x10, Shimano XTR/Dura-Ace 9sp on SRAM 3x9


Overall Rating:5
Value Rating:5
Submitted by TwoHeadsBrewing a Cross Country Rider from Chico, CA

Date Reviewed: February 8, 2011

Strengths:    Cleans as you lube, silent operation, doesn't gunk up like wax or other oils.

Weaknesses:    None so far

Bottom Line:   
This is cleaner than any lube I've used before, and even in muddy and dirty conditions is keeps the chain cleaner than other lubes claiming to be "dirty/wet ride" lubes. After cleaning my chain with a few applications and wiping off with a rag, my drive train is silent! No clicking, no ticking, and no noticeable drag.

Definitely follow the instructions, especially with an old dirty chain. Apply lube liberally, wipe off dirt, apply lube, wipe off dirt, repeat until clean! THEN apply just enough lube to get the chain wet and let it sit for 30 minutes or so before riding.

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Favorite Trail:   Guardian's - Bidwell Park

Duration Product Used:   Less than 1 month

Price Paid:    $10.00

Purchased At:   North Rim Adventure

Similar Products Used:   Finish Line Teflon, White Lightning, TriFlow

Bike Setup:   2009 Cannondale Rize 4


Overall Rating:3
Value Rating:3
Submitted by lebikerboy a Weekend Warrior from North Vancouver

Date Reviewed: November 2, 2010

Strengths:    Works well and lasts.

Weaknesses:    Applicator dispenses too much product.

Bottom Line:   
I used to love this lube now however I'm allergic to the carrier in the product. Don't know if they changed it or it
is just a gradual reaction. Anyway don't use it anymore cause
of this.

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Duration Product Used:   More than 3 years

Similar Products Used:   You name it, I've tried it...

Bike Setup:   Which one?


Overall Rating:5
Value Rating:4
Submitted by bison33 a Cross Country Rider from Calgary AB

Date Reviewed: October 16, 2010

Strengths:    Works as advertised. Inner cap is a nice touch, so no unwanted leaks but...

Weaknesses:    The inner cap is initally a pain to get off. Careful you don't spill some lube while popping it off

Bottom Line:   
Of all the lubes out there, and I've used bike ones and other lubes I get from work, this is by far the best one, IMHO. Some won't like this lube and so what? Discussing lubes is like discussing politics anyways. Try it is all I can say and if you like it, use it, if not, keep on looking.

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Favorite Trail:   Any in Canmore/Kananskis area

Duration Product Used:   More than 3 years

Purchased At:   MEC and LBS

Bike Setup:   Devinci Amsterdam for commuting
Marin Palisades for off road


Overall Rating:5
Value Rating:5
Submitted by 9dc540 a Cross Country Rider from Edmonton,Alberta,Canada

Date Reviewed: August 23, 2010

Strengths:    1.Cleaned off all the crap off the chain
2.The chain is silent
3.Does not collect dirt (after drying over night)
4.Shifting is great.


Weaknesses:    non so far

Bottom Line:   
The chain was new with only a about 100kms of riding on it and was using finishline wax lube on the chain did not like finishline was to dry and the chain was loud as hell .
I thought i would try pro gold prolink chain lube on the chain so i applied the lube on the chain let soak for about 30 minuted than wiped the clean than reapplied the lube let soak for a hour wiped off again than let dry over night and the chain was dry and went for a ride and came home reapplied the lube wiped the chain and it was clean .

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Favorite Trail:   Mill Creek , River Valley

Duration Product Used:   Less than 1 month

Price Paid:    $8.00

Purchased At:   MEC

Similar Products Used:   triflow lube ,FinishLine Ceramic WAX Lube, FinishLIne DRY Lube made with Teflon ,FinishLine WAX Lubricant (KryTech™), Pedro’s super clean lube ,Pedro's Ice Wax 2.0,Motorex Bike Line Dry Lube .


Bike Setup:   Norco VPS


Overall Rating:4
Value Rating:5
Submitted by pbeliveau a Racer from St Geeorge Vt

Date Reviewed: June 2, 2010

Strengths:    Pro gold last longer than any other product on the market

Weaknesses:    It is greasy and makes your hands soiled

Bottom Line:   
This is the best all around product that I have used so far. I will not change products unless someone makes one that is a long lasting and leaves no grease on my hands?

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Favorite Trail:   app gap

Duration Product Used:   More than 3 years

Price Paid:    $12.00

Purchased At:   LBS

Similar Products Used:   I have used many of the wax type lubes. While I like their cleanliness they do not last as long or protect as well

Bike Setup:   I am strictly road and have a lynskey, carbon lapierre, scandium lapierre and a al cyfac



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