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To over simplify greases, they are designed for different loads and temperatures. Anything made for automotive applications is usually more than adequate for the low loads and temperatures of bicycles. | To over simplify '''greases''', they are designed for different loads and temperatures. Anything made for automotive applications is usually more than adequate for the low loads and temperatures of bicycles. | ||
== Bicycle Specific Grease == | == Bicycle Specific Grease == | ||
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'''NOTE:''' Sheldon Brown recommends you use heat resistant grease for [[coaster brake hubs]]. | '''NOTE:''' Sheldon Brown recommends you use heat resistant grease for [[coaster brake hubs]]. | ||
=== See Also | == Environmentally Friendly Grease == | ||
* [http://www.bioblend.com Bioblend] EP2 Biogrease | |||
== See Also == | |||
* [http://www.nlgi.com/ National Lubricating Grease Institute] | * [http://www.nlgi.com/ National Lubricating Grease Institute] | ||
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Latest revision as of 00:52, 23 November 2009
To over simplify greases, they are designed for different loads and temperatures. Anything made for automotive applications is usually more than adequate for the low loads and temperatures of bicycles.
Bicycle Specific Grease
There are greases being labeled as bicycle specific:
- Pedro's Syn Grease Bicycle Grease
- Park Tool PolyLube 1000
- Finish Line Teflon Grease
- Phil Wood Grease
NOTE: Sheldon Brown recommends you use heat resistant grease for coaster brake hubs.
Environmentally Friendly Grease
- Bioblend EP2 Biogrease