If you’ve spent any time looking into chain lubrication over the last few years, chances are you’ve come across SILCA’s Super Secret Chain Lube. It quickly became one of the most talked-about drip wax lubricants on the market, offering riders many of the benefits of hot waxing without the hassle of melting wax every few hundred miles.
Now, SILCA has taken things a step further with the launch of Super Secret 2.0.
Building on everything that made the original so popular, the new formula has been developed to last longer, run quieter and offer even greater drivetrain protection. Whether you’re racing, commuting or heading off on an all-day gravel ride, it’s designed to keep your transmission cleaner and performing at its best.
Why Riders Are Switching to Wax Lubes
Traditional oil-based lubricants have done the job for decades, but they all share one drawback—they attract dirt.
Once dust, grit and road grime stick to an oily chain, they effectively become grinding paste, accelerating wear on your chain, cassette and chainrings. That means more cleaning, more maintenance and ultimately more money spent replacing drivetrain components.
Wax-based lubricants work differently.
Rather than remaining wet, they dry to leave a protective coating inside the chain rollers. Dirt is far less likely to stick, so your drivetrain stays cleaner and continues running efficiently for longer.
That’s one of the reasons wax lubrication has exploded in popularity with everyone from WorldTour mechanics to weekend cyclists.
So, What’s New?
Rather than reinventing the formula, SILCA has refined it.
Super Secret 2.0 retains everything riders loved about the original while introducing a number of improvements aimed at increasing durability and overall performance.
According to SILCA, the updated formulation offers:
- Longer-lasting lubrication between applications
- Increased drivetrain protection
- Quieter running in all conditions
- Improved wear resistance
- The same clean-running wax finish riders expect
It’s still fully compatible with chains that have been hot waxed using SILCA’s Secret Chain Blend, making it an ideal maintenance lube between immersion wax treatments.
Less Cleaning. More Riding.
One of the biggest advantages of switching to a quality drip wax lubricant is just how much cleaner your bike stays.
Instead of finishing every ride with black residue coating your cassette and jockey wheels, you’ll notice far less grime building up over time. That means less degreaser, fewer cleaning sessions and a drivetrain that’s much easier to maintain.
Anyone who’s spent an evening scrubbing an oily cassette will appreciate the difference.
Who Is It For?
One of the strengths of Super Secret has always been its versatility.
It’s just as suitable for the rider preparing for their local sportive as it is for someone lining up at a gravel race or chasing personal bests on the club run.
It’s a particularly good option if:
- You’re curious about wax lubrication but don’t want to jump straight into hot waxing.
- You already hot wax your chains and want an easy top-up between rewaxing.
- You ride regularly in dry, dusty conditions.
- You want to reduce drivetrain wear and cleaning time.
In short, if you value a clean, efficient drivetrain, Super Secret 2.0 deserves a place on your workshop shelf.
Getting the Best Results
Like any wax lubricant, preparation is key.
For the first application, make sure your chain is completely free from old oil and grease. Applying wax over a contaminated chain won’t allow it to bond properly, reducing both its lifespan and performance.
Once your chain is clean:
- Apply one drop to each roller.
- Rotate the cranks several times to work the lubricant into the chain.
- Leave it to dry before riding.
Giving the lubricant time to cure is worth the wait and helps deliver the smooth, quiet running wax users have come to expect.
Should You Make the Switch?
If you’re still using traditional wet lube, Super Secret 2.0 is one of the easiest ways to experience the benefits of wax lubrication without investing in a full hot wax setup.
Cleaner components, quieter running and reduced drivetrain wear all add up over the course of a season, particularly if you ride regularly.
For existing Super Secret users, the updated formula looks set to be a worthwhile upgrade, while anyone new to wax lubrication will find it’s an easy place to start.
Available Now at Merlin Cycles
The new SILCA Super Secret 2.0 is available now at Merlin Cycles.
If you’re looking to spend less time cleaning your drivetrain and more time riding, this latest generation of SILCA’s popular drip wax lubricant is well worth a look.
