Tri-Flow Superior Lubricant provides twice the lubricating power of most competitive brands. Its light viscosity allows for deep penetration into hard to reach moving bicycle parts. High-grade petroleum oils and Teflonâ provide optimum lubrication under extreme temperatures (-60° to 475° F) and humidity. Formulated solvents soften and remove dirt and contaminants, while special additives displace moisture and prevent rust and corrosion.
Submitted by
TiCN WC
a Cross Country Rider
from WA Date Reviewed: October 3, 2008
Duration Product Used:
More than 3 years
Strengths:
lubricates chain, smells like bananas
Weaknesses:
lubricates everything else with grime.
Bottom Line:
this chain lube is cheap and works well but makes a bloody mess.
Triflow will never go onto my own personal bikes.
Prolink and Purple extreme are both better (cleaner) lubes. I am going to try a sample of squirt I received at interbike.
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Submitted by
Daniel Vadil
a Weekend Warrior
from Sunnyvale, CA USA Date Reviewed: January 29, 2007
Favorite Trail:
anywhere off pavement
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$7.00
Purchased At:
Walt's Cycle & Fitness
Strengths:
It does its job well: lubricate. I don't get any squeaks, even after 1 1/2 weeks after application. It also makes it look like you rode in black mud.
The thing is, this is a multi-purpose lubricant. YOu can lube more than just your chain, you can lube your cables, deraileurs, etc.
Weaknesses:
Absorbs ALL the dust around the bike. Like some said, it's a super-strong dust magnet.
Similar Products Used:
I haven't had any products like this one, a multi-purpose lubricant.
Bike Setup:
mostly stock TREK 3900 hardtail w/ Atlus rear deraileur, Bontrager bottle cage, SRAM chain, and some other stuff I don't remember, or think are needed to be mentioned.
Bottom Line:
It does its job, well. If you don't care abour cleanliness, and all you need is something that works, then this is the lubricant for you. It can lubricate many things, not just bikes. But, it absorbs all the dust in whatever room it's in.
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Submitted by
chongyi
a
from WI Date Reviewed: October 17, 2001
Favorite Trail:
around UW Madison
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$3.00
Purchased At:
Budget (Used) Bike Shop
Strengths:
drip bottle with a thin straw makes application easy, will stay on chain even after heavy rain (convinient for people like me that use bike to commute), affordable, bottle size will fit any seat bag.
Weaknesses:
dust magnet?? but i have dust all over my bike.....
Bike Setup:
Raleigh M30 2000, XT derailleur.
Bottom Line:
i use it on my v-brakes and chain. chain will stay lubed even after heavy rain, will recommend to those who use their bikes for commuting purposes and do not have time to lube it whenever it rains. but i lube my bike every 2-3 weeks to keep the chain in good condition.
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Submitted by
Wade Nelson
a
from Durango Colorado USA Date Reviewed: August 27, 2001
Duration Product Used:
More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$6.00
Purchased At:
LBS
Strengths:
does a good job of lubrication
Weaknesses:
can suck dirt out of thin air
Similar Products Used:
finish line, white lightning
Bike Setup:
Litespeed w Ultegra
Bottom Line:
I finally gave up on Tri-flow. I had to clean my chain continually. I'm in the Finish Line camp now.
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Submitted by
kevin
a Weekend Warrior
from Winnipeg, Manitoba Date Reviewed: May 19, 2001
Favorite Trail:
like the guy said: the one I'm on!
Duration Product Used:
2 Years
Price Paid:
$4.00
Purchased At:
Olympia Cycle & Ski
Strengths:
Cheap Easy to use (drip bottle) Lasts a long time Doesn't get all messy - stays where I put it.
Weaknesses:
Collects dust/dirt (what oil/lubricant doesn't??) I would like it if the nozzle of the bottle was a little longer and pointier to make it easier to get into tight spots.
Similar Products Used:
10w-30 oil 3-in-1 oil WD-40 spray lubricant
Bike Setup:
Sachs PC-51 chain, LX drivetrain (XT cassette)
Bottom Line:
I haven't had a lot of experience with fancy lubricants, but then again, I'm not about to spend 30 minutes before EVERY ride cleaning, wiping, lubing, wiping, drying, and generally babying my chain. I'd rather be riding. I expect whatever lube I'm using to be easy and user-friendly. Tri-flow is. The secret is to use it sparingly - 1 drop per chainlink - no more. I do this about every third ride, depending on the conditions and where I went and what I did. I've been doing this for about 2 1/2 years now, and the chain, cassette, and chainwheels are still like new. I should also mention that I don't ride in the winter, so I can't offer an opinion about it's winter capabilities.
You know, it's not a crime to let your chain get a little dry now and then - the dirt flies off of it easier when it's on the dry side. I don't understand these people who lubricate their chain so much that they have to mop it up!!!! And then they complain that it's the chainlube's fault that it's collecting dust/dirt. Duhhhh.....go figure...you'd collect dust/dirt too if somebody dunked you in a bottle of chainlube. Relax. Enjoy. Ride.
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Submitted by
Dan
a
from everett wa usa Date Reviewed: April 7, 2001
Duration Product Used:
More than 3 years
Strengths:
Will loosen rust from anything!! Great on all form's of hinges Smells good also not nasty like some The mineral oil will eventualy dry but it leaves the Teflon to keep on working
Weaknesses:
Have not had a lot of luck with it on aluminum/magnesium alloy to steel corrosion
Similar Products Used:
WD-40, Liquid Wrench
Bottom Line:
This is the best stuff that you can buy if you can find it! I find it best in spray form.The liquid is just as good if you give it time to work. Let the stuff soak for a couple of days if you need to, but it will do a fantastic job. I recomend it to everyone that I know.I did the door hinges in my house three years ago and they still swing in a slight breese.
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Submitted by
Greg
a
from Springfield, MO US Date Reviewed: April 6, 2001
Favorite Trail:
roadie
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$3.00
Strengths:
Fairly good lubricating properties
Weaknesses:
Attracts tons of dirt/gunk!!
Bottom Line:
Don't use this unless you want to clean your chain very very often due to it attracting dirt like a magnet!
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Submitted by
patrick
a Cross Country Rider
from cle elum washington Date Reviewed: January 28, 2001
Duration Product Used:
More than 3 years
Strengths:
long lasting,works great in sub freezing temps , smells good
Weaknesses:
attracts dirt,so clean your bike more.
Similar Products Used:
white lightening (total overated crap ) finishline
Bottom Line:
i have been using triflow for 20 years .i started using it back when it was called triflon.the stuff is great! im a motorcycle tech. and i use triflow everyday.you can't go wrong with this lube.
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Submitted by
Jason F
a Cross Country Rider
from Fairbanks, AK Date Reviewed: December 4, 2000
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
Good cold weather use because of the teflon
Weaknesses:
expensive up hear
Similar Products Used:
Factory lubes and conventional oils
Bottom Line:
Doesn't freeze up in the sub zero temps or get sluggish.
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Submitted by
John
a
from San Jo Date Reviewed: September 14, 2000
Favorite Trail:
Downieville: Butcher's Meadow
Duration Product Used:
More than 3 years
Purchased At:
Orchard Supply
Strengths:
It's got teflon like stuff in it that doesn't wash off. So even if you think your chain is dry and all the oil is gone those invisible little long polymers are still working for you. It's also fairly cheap and easy to apply. Also comes in a spray can which is the best for SPD pedals. It's super easy to clean off when you need to and in the scale of dirt attracting products it's not too bad.
Weaknesses:
Attracts dirt. I should probably try something else for muddy conditions but I haven't. Needs to be applied often- I do it every other ride.
Similar Products Used:
Pedros, White Lightning, Rock and Roll lube, Bosheild's
I love Tri-Flow. I've been using it for about 8 years. It started with motorcycles and now bicycles. I think it works reall, really well. It's long-polymer gimick isn't a gimick. It's basically the same stuff they put in Slick 50 engine treatment and even when the oil dries out or spins off the stuff is still working. I do have to clean regularly, but there's no residue like you get from waxes and cleaning is a snap.
The bottom line: It smells the best. No other lube smells soooo good when you've been climbing for a half hour on a hot day. Tri-Flow heats up and smells like cooking bananas and I love it!
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Submitted by
Jason
a Downhiller
from California Date Reviewed: September 13, 2000
Duration Product Used:
More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$3.00
Purchased At:
Bike Shop
Strengths:
Lasts long, and keeps grime from sticking. Cleanup is easy as road-riding!
Weaknesses:
Between all my bikes, I usually run out when I need it most.
Similar Products Used:
White Lightning... Just doesn't cut it!
Bike Setup:
Giant Warp DS-1. Marzzochi shocks with Azonic cockpit.
Bottom Line:
Great product with nothing to complain about. Keeps everything lubed very well, while protecting everything from the disasters of nature.
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Submitted by
Christopher Grimes
a Cross Country Rider
from thurmont, MD, USA Date Reviewed: August 25, 2000
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
Penetrates well, lubes what it needs to
Weaknesses:
attreacts dirt
Similar Products Used:
white lightning
Bottom Line:
Works great on my brake bosses, derailers, clipless pedals, shifters, ect... but not for my chain, slings off fast, or rinses off in creek, also attracts more dirt than a group of hogs. but for lubing small areas, hard to get at, it can't be beat.
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Submitted by
Mike
a Cross Country Rider
from Antioch, CA USA Date Reviewed: May 29, 2000
Favorite Trail:
Ridge Trail
Duration Product Used:
More than 3 years
Strengths:
Cheap, long lasting, keeps chain quiet.
Weaknesses:
Attracts dirt like flypaper. Harder to clean chain than other lubes.
Similar Products Used:
SuperLube, White Lightning, Finish Line Cross Country, etc.
Bike Setup:
Cannondale Killer V-HT with Deore XT full sized drivetrain, 8 speed.
Bottom Line:
If you're a clean freak, look to another lube. However, this is about the longest lasting lube out there (except for nasty lubes like 90 wt. gear oil). Try SuperLube. It's easier to clean and doesn't attract so much dirt and lasts almost as long. If you really must use it, get the drip bottle and one or at most 2 drops per link will do.
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Submitted by
Bart
a Cross Country Rider
from Springfield, IL Date Reviewed: April 17, 2000
Favorite Trail:
Brush Mountain
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Strengths:
very smooth, easy to apply
Weaknesses:
dirt magnet
Similar Products Used:
White Lightning, Finish Line
Bike Setup:
Trek 8000
Bottom Line:
Good stuff. I wouldn't recommend it for your chain, but everywhere else on your bike this stuff works wonders.
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Submitted by
Patrick Daily
a Racer
from Gig Harbor, WA Date Reviewed: October 20, 1999
Duration Product Used:
more than 3 years
Bottom Line:
gREAT
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Submitted by
Nick Fenton
a Racer
from Clinton CT Date Reviewed: August 7, 1999
Favorite Trail:
The little one in my back yard
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
Really Smooth
Weaknesses:
Horrible in not so nice weather conditions
Similar Products Used:
WL,FL
Bike Setup:
Trek and K2 1000 both with all XT/XTR
Bottom Line:
A great lube but not so great in bad weather, works great every were on a bike but try a diffrent chain lube
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Submitted by
BlueDevil
a Weekend Warrior
from S.Ontario Date Reviewed: July 19, 1999
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Strengths:
Okay in wet stuff
Weaknesses:
Sucks in dry hot and humid-hot weather
Bike Setup:
98 Rockhopper A1 Comp FS
Bottom Line:
I don't think I like this stuff in Ontario, especially since it's been so hot! It was great when I got it (the rain just wouldn't stop- strange for here) but now I find I constantly have to clean my chain etc and relube. It seems to attract every inch of dirt and dust -and the trails haven't even been that dry! Maybe it makes sense to use this in wet weather and something else when its dry or hot?
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