Chain lubrication (save watts and money) with Adam Kerin | EP#323 - a podcast by Mikael Eriksson

Adam Kerin is the founder of Zero Friction Cycling. At ZFC he does independent testing of chain lubricants, and he also provides services (to individuals and businesses) and retails products related to reducing friction in the drive train, which ultimately helps you save watts and save money.  

 

IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:

-Performance consequences of low- and high-friction drivetrains.

-Wear and tear, and financial consequences of low- and high-friction drivetrains.

-Different methods and tools for chain lubrication, and pros and cons of each. 

-How to get started with waxing your chain, and why you should consider it. 

-Race chains, training chains, and smart chain rotation. 

 

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LINKS AND RESOURCES:

• Zero Friction Cycling (Adam's business) website, Youtube, and Instagram
• The Physical Performance Show: Assoc. Professor Max Paquette: ‘Running Surface Interactions’
• All Cycling-related episodes on That Triathlon Show

 

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