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Publication Date: 2026-04-01 01:19:00
| March 31, 2026
The High-Performance Endurance (HPE) chain is a new type of chain from Regina that is advertised as the first maintenance-free chain.
By Keith Dowdle
It is coated with an ultra-hard diamond-like material called tetrahedral amorphous carbon, which not only protects certain chain components, such as rollers and bushings, from wear and corrosion, but also provides a low drag coefficient, allowing the chain to deliver maximum power to the rear wheel. It also allows for smoother, quieter operation, and since the chain does not need to be lubricated regularly, your bike stays cleaner and free of chain lube splatters. As with most chain replacements, Regina recommends replacing the front and rear sprockets (which must be made of steel with this type of chain) when upgrading to HPE chain, and although it is maintenance-free, you should apply a high-quality chain lubricant after…
