Campagnolo Ekar GT C13 Chain Pre-Waxed – Italian Engineering Meets Professional Treatment
The Campagnolo Ekar GT C13 chain pre-waxed combines Campagnolo’s latest gravel-specific engineering with our proven wax treatment process, delivering a chain that’s ready for the demanding requirements of 1×13-speed gravel riding. This 117-link chain with C-Link connector features specialized tooth profile engagement and comes professionally treated with your choice of premium wax from Silca, Molten, or Ceramic Speed.
Why Gravel Demands Specialized Chain Engineering
Gravel riding creates challenges that standard chains can’t handle reliably. The frequent shifting operations across wide gear ranges, combined with variable terrain and contamination, require chains engineered specifically for these demands. Campagnolo developed the C13 exclusively for Ekar GT’s 1×13-speed system, creating a chain that delivers smooth, secure shifting while maintaining the durability that off-road riding requires.
The narrow profile reduces weight and improves efficiency while maintaining strength through advanced materials engineering. The special profile tooth design creates precise engagement with Ekar GT chainrings and sprockets, ensuring safe, efficient transmission that handles the power demands and shifting patterns of modern gravel riding.
Advanced Materials for Real-World Gravel Performance
The Ekar GT C13 waxed chain uses C60 steel inner links with nickel-Teflon surface treatment specifically designed to resist the greater wear and tear of gravel trails. Its engineering addresses the real demands of off-road riding where chains face higher stress from variable surfaces, debris, and frequent gear changes under load.
The materials and surface treatments work together to provide the strength needed for gravel adventures while maintaining the precise tolerances required for smooth 13-speed operation. Whether you’re grinding up loose climbs or powering through technical sections, the chain maintains consistent performance.
Professional Wax Treatment Applied
Waxing chains properly requires time, equipment, and technique that most gravel riders don’t want to manage between adventures. Our 5-step process handles the work: complete degreasing, ultrasonic cleaning, hot wax immersion, breaking-in, and professional repackaging. You get all the benefits of waxed chain operation without the weekend project.
A properly waxed chain runs quieter and stays cleaner than oil-lubed alternatives—particularly important for gravel riding where dust and debris can quickly compromise traditional lubrication. The clean operation means less frequent maintenance, letting you focus on exploring rather than constant drivetrain care.
C-Link Convenience for Gravel Adventures
This Ekar GT C13 chain includes Campagnolo’s C-Link connector for tool-free removal and installation. This makes chain maintenance straightforward and eliminates the need for chain breaking tools during routine service—especially valuable when you’re maintaining your bike away from your main workshop or preparing for multi-day gravel events.
Built in Vicenza, Ready for Adventure
Manufactured in Campagnolo’s facility in Vicenza, Italy, each C13 chain receives their exclusive ultrasonic bath lubrication process before our wax treatment. This ensures deep, even coverage that provides the foundation for optimal wax adhesion and long-term performance across varied gravel conditions.
For gravel riders who want Italian engineering that handles the demands of 1×13-speed riding, this pre-waxed Ekar GT C13 chain eliminates both the compatibility guesswork and the waxing hassle. It’s ready to install and perform from the first gravel adventure.
