re Shell's bike chain oil.With chilly temperature the viscosity of the lube grows real high. (viscous?) Have you tried warming it before use, place bottle of oil in glass of hot water or leave it stored inside your warm house.😉
I meant oil on the chain becomes thick in cold weather, and pedalling becomes harder. Your suggestion is the remedy for applying the lube which is not affected by temperature that much anyway.
So what if I keep the bike inside, and ride it inside? 😉