Oil-based lubes have their place, but synthetic lubes are taking over, particularly among riders who like to do it all. Rock N Roll's Gold Lube is the most versatile offering in their lineup and is the middle child of Rock N Roll's  three chain lubes. It's not as thick as the Extreme and not as thin as the Absolute Dry. The Gold lube uses a suspended gel membrane to serve up seriously smooth shifts in all conditions. This lube works for both road and mountain bikers and is super easy to apply. Shake well, saturate the chain, freewheel it backwards, and wipe off any dirt and excess lube. It is not necessary, but it is best to give the chain a couple hours to dry before riding.