Originally Posted by
cyccommute
There is no reason that a proper wax based lubricant wouldn't be just as adequate as a "sticky" oil. A wax lube should "stick" better than an oil since the viscosity...i.e. "stickiness"...is better than oil.
Now least mtnbke comes along and starts calling me an idiot again, a wax lubricant like White Lightning's "Clean Ride" might not be the best choice. Epic or Wet Ride might be better. That said, I've used the original Clean Ride for all of my bikes in all kinds of weather for around 15 years and never had problems.
I've not had good luck with wax-based lubes or hot wax dipping in coastal New England, with ocean salt in the air and where they mercilessly salt the roads in winter. Constant battle against rust. Heavy, sticky oil seems to work best for me, but I'm slightly negligent when it comes to regular chain lube maintenance...