It's quick and easy and I use it as part of my quick 2 minute cleanup instead of the a cloth or rag. See: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-I_5fNbDN3UA.html However, I must say, if the bike gets really dirty, especially if I'm out in rain, I'll wash the bike down. When wiping dry, I'll still use the pipe cleaner. Even if you're using a liquid wax such as Squirt, the pipe cleaner helps remove wax build up that may get caught up between cogs, at least in my experience. Regards and safe cycling, Tony
Hmm....I'm going to have to try these. Have been using Gear Floss from Finish Line - sounds like the pipe cleaners will save me money! Thanks Tony - your practical advice is extremely helpful!
Should save money since you get 50 12mm pipe cleaners for the same price as the Gear Floss (about 20) and can use each pipe cleaner twice (using 1/2 at a time). Let me know what you think. Regards, Tony
Both work. A brush will remove much of the debris and dirt from the cassette and is a useful tool. But the 12mm pipe cleaner will also polish the surfaces of the cog. Try both (at different times) and see which you like the best. Regards and safe cycling, Tony
I do a quick clean every 150 miles or so. If I've been riding in the rain and accumulate a lot of grime and grit from the road, I'll wash the bike down, dry and lubricate.
Point well taken When cleaning the cassette, one hand is holding the pipe cleaner in the middle and the other hand should turn the crank slowly. Stop turning the crank and the pipe cleaner offers enough resistance to slow the cassette. Then switch to the next set of cogs. With care and experience, one need not worry.
