What Our Gearhead(R) Experts Are Saying:"I switched to the KMC DLC 12 Waxed Chain last season, and the difference in drivetrain cleanliness alone made it worth it. The pre-wax treatment means I can mount it and get riding immediately, and after a full season of mixed gravel and road riding, the shifting still feels crisp and the chain shows almost no measurable wear."Lube day is nobody's favorite part of owning a bike. The KMC DLC 12 Waxed Chain exists to make that chore largely irrelevant. It arrives from the factory already treated with KMC GO CHAIN WAX, which means you pull it out of the box, install it, and go ride instead of spending your Saturday afternoon in the garage with a drip bottle and a pile of paper towels. The DLC coating, a titanium-carbon-nitride finish applied to the chain's surface, is what separates this from a standard waxed chain. That coating is exceptionally hard, which reduces friction at every link and dramatically extends the life of both the chain and the drivetrain components it runs against. Dirt and grime have a harder time clinging to a waxed surface than an oiled one, so the chain stays cleaner longer between maintenance sessions. For road, gravel, or cyclocross riders who want a fast, low-drama drivetrain, this is the chain that earns its premium price.