New chain lube

I've been using Finish Line dry lube in a spray can.

Yea, this one. (source: Finish Line)

It's "dry lube" so I expected my drive train stayed clean, but it stayed clean only for a couple of weeks.
So, I did some research about a chain lube that stays clean ride after ride, and ended up buying this.

Out of focus a bit. This phone camera is a bit tricky.

Many people said it's best to use "wax lube" regardless of the brand, and many recommended this one. Hmm.. Wax lube. Ok.
As you can see in the picture, it has clear blue-ish liquid part and white wax part. When you shake it hard, it becomes like this.

After shaking it. It's all milky white solution.

 The solution has super low viscosity. It's almost like skim milk, or milk+water mixture. I had to be careful not to spill all over the floor when I applied on the chain.

To test how good it is in keeping my drive train clean, I'll apply it on my bike and ride for 200 miles (not at once, but over a few days). Usually 200 miles is when my drive train turns black.
I'll post shots later.

These are the 0-mile shots. I just cleaned it up yesterday.

 

 

I just got a repair stand

Every time I washed my bike or cleaned the chain I always thought to myself, 'I need a repair stand.'

I've been looking at ParkTool PCS-10 for some time, waiting for a special deal or something.

I ordered one from Feedback last weekend.

It was 25% off at REI and they offered free shipping.

After days of waiting, I received it today.

Tada~

The box.

My bike on the stand.

I paid about $97 and it's pretty good. It feels sturdier than I expected.

One thing I don't like about it is there's no height adjustment, but I don't care that much.

I'll use it tomorrow to clean my chain. How exciting!!!