by Andrew G » Wed Oct 03, 2007 4:38 pm
[quote="Elliot M"]doesn't that reduce friction on rims though?
I'd have thought so. Pledge does keep a frame nice and shiney and protected but I've found the citrus wipes do the same job and are cheaper.
If you go to a proper mechanics shop, rather than Halfords, you'll find all kinds of stuff that's good for cleaning bikes and keeping the frame protected - There's one in the parade of shops nearer West Wickham than Halfords . Buying the gloves in bulk is such a good deal, you can also get the big rolls of paper rags/sheets for cleaning all the grubby bits.
If you've got a carbon frame / wheels I gather you should use a citrus degreaser/cleaner anyway as the solvent ones eat away at the carbon/lacquer.