Read More 12 minute read The 10 Fastest Wax Chain Lubes According To Science (Lab Test) Here are the fastest wax chain lubes based on lab testing. Let’s see how much faster they are than oil-based alternatives. byAlee DenhamMay 12, 2026
Read More 5 minute read Bike Chain Efficiency Testing: Wax vs Oils, Old vs New Chains, Singlespeed vs Gears Let's look at the bike chain efficiency of waxed vs wet-lubed chains, old vs new chains, oversized pulley wheels, and more! byAlee DenhamMarch 31, 2026
Read More 8 minute read Drivetrain Efficiency: What’s The Difference In Speed Between 1X and 2X? This article explores drivetrain efficiency differences between 1X and 2X systems, focusing on frictional losses, chain angles, and performance. byAlee DenhamOctober 5, 2025
Read More 5 minute read How Much Does A Dirty Bicycle Chain Slow You Down? (Drive Efficiency Test) Unsurprisingly, your drive efficiency reduces significantly when you have a dirty chain. byAlee DenhamOctober 30, 2023
Read More 7 minute read Are Belt Drivetrains More Efficient Than Chain Drivetrains? (Lab Testing) If you’ve ever spun the cranks on a belt drive bike, you may have noticed they don’t rotate… byAlee DenhamDecember 24, 2019
Read More 6 minute read Which Bicycle Gearbox Has The Highest Drivetrain Efficiency? Rohloff, Pinion, Shimano Gearboxes are becoming more and more popular on touring and bikepacking bikes. The most common form of bicycle… byAlee DenhamAugust 2, 2017