Chain rust = replacement?

[redrhodie]

When the links start freezing into place, you probably need to replace the chain. If it's superficial surface rust, a little cleaning and lubing should do the trick.

I actually had 2 chains rust on me from over-cleaning. (I'm a jeweler, so my idea of clean was apparently a little overzealous) I've switched to a heavier duty lube, since I ride in damp, salty conditions, and that has helped.

[Ana]

They don't seem to be stiff and I just cleaned it (will lube it when it dries) so I'll see if that helps It didn't look like link-movement-restriction rust--it looks mostly cosmetic. I'll keep on using it until it stretches or the links get stiff

[HillSlugger]

If I ride when it's wet or I wash the bike but wait a few days before I relube the chain I will sometimes get some rust spots. After I lube everything seems fine.

[Becky]

I wouldn't sweat a little surface rust. Lube it, and you're good to go.

Redrhodie- what lube are you using? I'm not right on the coast, but we get our share of salt air, especially if the wind's blowing right.

[redrhodie]

My new heavy duty lube is Cross Country Finish Line Wet Lubricant for extreme conditions.

[wildeny]

For my commute bike, I just don't care whether it has rust or not, even though it is responsible for my daily rides.