Where can I buy Framesaver in Canada?

Question

My LBS has told me they're unable to order Framesaver due to difficulties shipping aerosol canisters across the border. Are there any reputable retailers (either online or in the Greater Toronto Area) who've dealt with the hassle and have Framesaver available for sale within Canada?

Answer 1

You can get it from Niagra Cycle Works via Amazon.com. Not quite the great TO area but not too far either.

http://www.amazon.com/T-9-Rust-Protectant-Ounce-Spray/dp/B001447PEK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1298302015&sr=8-1

Answer 2

No idea how to get Framesaver into Canada, but there are some alternatives.

• A classic alternative to Framesaver is Linseed oil. It's a liquid oil that slowly hardens. Used to be common as a wood varnish, so you might find it at a hardware or furniture store. If you go this route, be careful with rags, since a rag soaked in linseed oil can spontaneously combust.
• Boeshield T-9 or another paraffin based chain lube should work reasonably well. It's basically waxy stuff in a solvent that leaves the waxy stuff behind.
• As ChrisW suggests: check out an auto store. They may have a rust-inhibiting product that would work, too.