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The Secret is in the Formula
SILCA Super Secret Chain lube started out as a project to develop the fastest Hot-Melt wax lubricant available more than two years ago.
SILCA has been recommending Hot Melt Wax and helping Pro cyclists and triathletes wax chains for years and wanted to bring his lubricant formula to our customers, the challenge was how to consistently melt, dip and agitate the chain across different crockpot designs and temperatures.
The project took a fascinating turn from the world of IndyCar when we were introduced to a group that had developed a technology to put micro-scale wax powders into a solution that was quick drying and forms a coating that is indiscernible from hot melt dipping. The combination of air-drying liquid wax and Tungsten Disulfide would quickly prove to beat all currently available hot melt waxes in friction testing while being much faster and easier to apply.
Proper Chain cleaning and Drying
Follow SILCA instructions on properly cleaning the chain followed by at least 12 but optimally 24 hours of rest for the wax to fully dry and cure to the chain.
SILCA recommends applying the super secret chain wax after a ride so your bike is ready for your next adventure.
- Clean to the touch
- Repels dirt and debris
- Easy to apply
- Saves up to 7 watts over other lubes
- 4oz and 8oz bottles with precision applicator
- 12oz oversized jar for chain removal and submersion
… Listen to the Data
The test is designed to replicate real world situations to help you choose the best chain lube for your bicycle. Up until 2020 only 1 lubricant had made it through all 6 test blocks below 100% wear, and 95% of lubricants tested fail the test before reaching block 6.
SILCA WS2 technology has produced lubricants in all 3 lubricant type categories which make it to block 6 including the current all-time test winner, SILCA Secret Blend hot wax which has beaten the previous record holder by nearly 4x!
(Please note, there is no 'Dry Lube' category. Dry lubricants test poorly in efficiency and often will not survive to Block 2 of testing. These lubes tend to be mostly solvent mixed with dry lubricant powder and are both environmentally harmful as well as fast wearing and inefficient.)
What are PFAS?
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a group of man-made chemicals that include perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and perfluorooctane sulfonate (PFOS). PFAS have been manufactured and used in a variety of industries around the globe, including in the United States since the 1940s. PFOA and PFOS have been the most extensively produced and studied of these chemicals. Both chemicals are very persistent in the environment and in the human body – meaning they don’t break down and they can accumulate over time. There is evidence that exposure to PFAS can lead to adverse human health effects. This is a concern in fire and emergency services because fluorine based Class B foams contain PFAS.
What are VOCS?
Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are emitted as gases from certain solids or liquids. VOCs include a variety of chemicals, some of which may have short- and long-term adverse health effects. Concentrations of many VOCs are consistently higher indoors (up to ten times higher) than outdoors. VOCs are emitted by a wide array of products numbering in the thousands.
Why We Care?
Protecting our waterways, even with the smallest marginal gain can have a huge impact for the future of our planet. When most riders hear about a “green” lubricant, it’s implied that the effectiveness of the lubricant does not meet performance standards or falls short of that mark. But all SILCA lubricants have ‘safe for the environment’ ingredients that outperform most lubricants on the market.
Reducing the wear and friction for your entire drive train, chain and the typically high friction components will decrease the number of these components being sent for scrap and allows you to protect your investment. The cost of lubricant versus the replacement cost of these parts is something to consider.
Karl Kramer
2025-08-11 10:31:32
When I heard about the full immersion process for bicycle chains I was intrigued, and now that I’ve done it for six months, I’m fully converted and could never see going back to putting oil on my chains and having to constantly clean them from the dirt they collect. Once you pick up a cheap crockpot at the local Goodwill, and just get used to wiping down your chain with a microfiber cloth and some denatured alcohol after every ride and applying the Silca super secret drip on wax on every roller, just like you would do with if you’re using oil, it’s no big deal, the process is easy and I now enjoy cleaning the chain, putting on the drip on lube, and then every 200 miles for each chain, completely doing the immersion in hot wax and starting over again, knowing that the chain is not deteriorating and is not wearing out the chain rings and cassette on my bike. It’s also nice to know that every time I ride the bike it’s super quiet and smooth, and you know that your expensive chain rings and cassette are not getting worn out as you ride.I recommend having three chains that you cycle through so that you can ride basically 600 miles, or 200 miles with each chain, before switching over to the next chain.You should go to the Zero Friction Cycling website to get more information about how to properly maintain your chains using the full immersion method.
Customer
2025-08-04 12:10:38
Follow the directions and watch the YouTube videos as recommended and you will have no problems. I did find that once the chain comes out of the hot wax and starts to harden it can be difficult to remount the chain. This is because the wax can clog the spaces between the links and can cause some slippage when changing gears. That was the first time I used the was. The next time - I had 3 chains to clean - I wiped the chain down lightly as it came out of the hot wax while it was still hot and that made a big difference avoiding the clogging issue.Waxing the chain with the Silca Mystery wax was the best thing I ever did for my chain. It is so quiet and does not pick up road grime as with other lubricants. After a ride use a microfiber cloth and run the chain through it a couple turns and you will take off surface dirt- and be amazed at how clean the cloth remains. Worth the $$.
REL99
2025-07-17 15:57:03
Great wax and easy application. The drive train is so quiet, I have to look down to make sure it’s still there. The big bonus is that the chain and cassette stay clean. Silca has great videos on how to use the product which is very helpful. I strongly recommend the Silca wax.
Customer
2025-07-08 10:30:44
once you figure out how to wax a chain and get the method down well this stuff is amazing and really easy to use. I have waxed 3 chains in total with this stuff and don't see myself needing to get another bag of this stuff for a really long time.as for how it feels on the bike once you knock off the outer layer of wax and make the chain flexible again and then ride it for about 3-4 miles it feels great for the next 100 miles or so being really smooth and not making any weird noises. though if it is your first time with a waxed chain just know that the chain will sound different then it would after a really good normal lubing and will sound a little louder; however the feel of the chain itself will be very smooth and good.I definitely recommend this stuff and chain waxing if you are someone who rides in dry conditions or someone who has other options for when it rains since I feel that riding in dry with a waxed chain is really the only way to make it worth it overall due to the increase work needed for a waxed chain.
Mike Shoemaker
2025-06-19 16:58:26
Finally waxed my chains and couldn’t be happier. Clean, smooth and quiet. Did our mt bikes the day before leaving on a 3 week trip and ridden almost every day and still quiet and cleaner than ever before. Doing our road bikes when I get home. Highly recommend waxing your bike chains. Took me a year + before I didn’t it. Don’t waste your time thinking about it and just do it. You’ll be happy!
Germanrazor
2025-06-14 16:25:33
This is the best wax for your chain hands down. Works to perfection with the Silca wax pot. I have never had such a quiet drivetrain ever until I went Silca Wax!
David K.
2025-06-02 18:02:06
Hope the nono-scale tungsten disulfide is not just an advertising gimmick. I have no comparison to PTFE. PTFE is cheaper $4 for 500 grams. and so i have to rely on companies word. Expensive but Price reduced after xmas from 42.50 to 32.00. No money back guarantee for lowest price guarantee???.Any suggestions on how to do a test on chain lubes. This appears to keep chain from getting dirty similar to the PTFE and wax mix.
DutchTouch1
2025-05-29 13:14:48
Ok, I'm a wax newbie and this stuff has made me a believer. Follow the instructions you find on-line and a use a good chain stripper beforehand and this stuff is magical. I used a mini crock-pot (temp runs 160-170F), and it melted these waxy nuggets perfectly while I prepped the chains. The first 5 miles or so was a bit concerning as the chain was rattly and clunky... until it isn't. Since then, two bikes each are a ~500 miles and the drivetrain is smooth and CLEAN! So far, the switch to waxing using Silca's Hot Wax is glorious! Good price and fast delivery makes this a no-brainer. Just take some time to get yourself set up for the process, and you'll be glad you made the switch.
abdullrahman almuhairi
2025-05-28 15:43:02
This bag alone is 2 worth 2 years of waxing or 20k KM on average. If you add the endurance chip it will basically double it.Thank you Silca.
Jay Jungle
2025-05-03 10:01:02
Quality wax for chain. Definitely one of the best products in the market.
ferruccio
2025-04-23 14:55:15
fare riscaldare l'acqua in una pentola finchè raggiunge i 70 gradi, se non avete un misuratore di temperatura (il mio è costato 15 euro) allora quando l'acqua inizia a "fumare" significa che è a 65 gradi, con un dito dovete essere in grado di toccarla per un attimo senza bruciarvi.attenzione a non surriscaldare la cera perché si degraderà e farà meno bene il suo lavoro.raggiunta la temperatura di 70 gradi immergere nell'acqua il sacchetto già aperto ovviamente senza che l'acqua entri nel sacchetto.dopo circa un'ora e mezzo la cerà sarà completamente sciolta, immergete la catena magari legandola con una o due fascette così da recuperarla facilmente.a questo punto spegnete il fornellino (che sarà quello piccolo e al minimo) e lasciate la catena immersa 10 minuti.poi tirate fuori la catena e appendetela facendo sì che sgoccioli dentro il sacchetto così da non sprecare prodotto.attenzione, se la cera si raffredda troppo ne resterà attaccata molta alla catena causando un inutile spreco di materiale (e soldi). non passa nessuna differenza se si toglie la catena con la cera molto calda oppure quando è più fredda e si sta per solidificare, il risultato è sempre lo stesso solo che nel secondo caso butterete via molto prodotto (ho fatto le due prove).la catena deve essere pulitissima prima della ceratura, passando la mano per tutta la catena non vi devono rimanere residui di grasso od olio.lavando la catena con la pulitrice a ultrasuoni il risultato non è ottimale.io ho risciacquato la catena dentro una bottiglia di plastica (quella per il te che ha il tappo largo) contenente prima olio lampante (2 passate), poi una risciacquata con acquaragia e poi una passata con acetone che toglie qualsiasi residuo di grasso per poi evaporare dalla catena nel giro di un paio di minuti, se avete fatto il lavoro bene l'acetone restera limpido ed esente da residui solidi.dopo questi passaggi la catena è pulita più di una sala operatoria.ovviamente anche corona, pacco pignoni e rocchetti del deragliatore devono essere completamente sgrassati (vanno smontati e lavati con una pulitrice a ultrasuoni).
Madone
2024-12-13 14:10:08
Je reviendrai jamais aux huiles! Pas de différence notable sur les performances mais le confort d'une transmission propre et facile à nettoyer. Le bruit est plus "métallique" qu'avec de l'huile car j'ai une cassette qui résonne en monobloc mais c'est plaisant.
Reviewer1
2024-12-09 15:01:18
This was my first try of chain waxing and the whole process was very easy with the Silca wax system. Chain is now very smooth and super easy to clean compared to an oiled chain. Really happy with this product. Not cheap though.
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