The Muc-Off All Weather Lube has a thick, clinging consistency that will keep your chain moving smoothly while resisting large amounts of water. Too much Muc-On will make your chain look like it’s been drenched in a wet, charcoal fire. The tiny bottle is quite pricey.
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Muc-Off claims that this oil can be used in all weather conditions and it is easily biodegradable. It’s a bit heavy for long, dry dusty periods.
Rain and spray will not wash this off any time soon, and if you put your bike away wet, the chain won’t rust either – this clings to the links like a D-list celeb to fame. It even has a UV dye to help you see it if you are still unsure.
It’s not long before you don’t need a blacklight, though – just look for the black crud. The lubricant seems to trap contaminants quickly, and while you can use it between coats, it is best to apply it again sooner than later. It took me only three to four rides before I started getting a burning sensation in my mouth from the buildup of coal between the side plates and rollers.
The chain will appear as if you accidentally used Marmite if there is a significant amount of Marmite visible on either side.
My local roads are currently filthy, with storm debris, flood/frost damaged, and mud. But this also applies to mountain biking.
Value
This 50ml bottle is £6, which works out at 12p per millilitre, which is fairly expensive – roughly £540 a gallon – if not as expensive as You can also find out more about the following: important liquids like insulin or printer ink.
At £13.99 for 120ml (up £1 since Stu tested it last year), Squirt Long Lasting Chain Lube comes in slightly under – 11.6p per millilitre – while Motorex Chain Lube Wet Conditions is 10p per millilitre (£9.99 for 100ml).
If you buy the 120ml bottle of this Muc-Off instead, it works out cheaper at 10p per millilitre (£12), but you can pay significantly less: Oxford Mint Wet Lube, tested by Ashley last year, is around half the price at £3.99 for 75ml, which works out at 5.3p per millilitre.
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It runs smoothly and quietly, even when it is clean. It quickly blackens with dirt, though, which means you’ll probably want to clean and reapply it way before it starts to wash away – which only makes it feel more costly still.
Verdict
Slick, thick and very resistant to water, but needs regular redoing – it blackens with road filth rapidly
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Manufacturer and model: Muc-Off All Weather lubricant
Please tell us the use of the product, and for whom. What are the manufacturer’s comments? Compare that to what you feel about it.
Muc Off states: “The Muc Off All Weather Chain Lube” is a high performance synthetic lubricant. Its unique non-flinging formula, which is water repellent and does not fly, penetrates the chain to provide a long-lasting protective coating that protects metal-tometal contact.
What are the technical features of your product?
Muc-Off lists:
The ideal choice for MTB, Road, Cyclocross and Commuting
Use in any weather condition
Additional protection against contaminants
It provides quiet and smooth gear changing
Improves efficiency and reduces friction
Eco-friendly derived from renewable resources
Can be applied to chain, cables, shifters, derailleurs, pedals & cleats
Easy application with the Pipette System
Readily Biodegradable*
Integral UV-tracer dye aids in accurate application and total protection.
*Only contents are readily biodegradable.
The product’s performance is rated.
7/10
The product’s durability is a factor to consider when rating it.
9/10
Value the product:
4/10
It’s better value if you buy bigger bottles.
How did the product perform overall, when used according to its intended purpose?
Very well when clean – it clings on for many miles even in very wet conditions. It does turn black and become contaminated very quickly.
What do you like about this product?
Freshly made, this product is excellent.
What do you dislike about this product?
It holds grime, and blackens quickly.
What is the current price of the product compared to similar products on the market?
The price is higher than the average, although this smaller bottle represents the highest cost.
Enjoyed using this product? Most
Do you think about buying this product? The No.
Would you recommend this product to your friends? Then, you can ask yourself:
Please use this space to describe your score.
It’s quite good: it runs smoothly, stops rust forming and sticks very well – but it does attract debris, so you’ll need to reapply it fairly regularly.
Age: 48
I normally ride: Vitus Zenium SL VR Disc My best bike is:
Since: Ten to twenty years Ride: Few times per week What would you classify yourself as? Experienced
Regularly, I ride the following kinds of bikes: General fitness riding, mountain bike