Re: [CR] Shocking new information (new to me)

(Example: Framebuilding:Paint)

From: "cmontgomery" <cmontgomery15@cox.net>
To: "Doug Fattic" <fatticbicycles@qtm.net>, <classicrendezvous@bikelist.org>
References: <C2FF8302.EE8E%fatticbicycles@qtm.net>
Subject: Re: [CR] Shocking new information (new to me)
Date: Sun, 2 Sep 2007 09:13:46 -0700



> Yes, it is true that slick cables have less friction (where the outside
> bumps of the braids have been smoothed off). They come with or without
> Teflon coating and Jagwire makes them. It isn't particularly noticeable
> when used for the front brake but they do make for a smoother pull on the
> rear. Of course that same method is used for derailleur cables as well.
>
> Doug Fattic
> Niles, Michigan, USA

Given that I can sit on a dime and tell you whether it's heads or tails, how about applying a extra fine emory paper to less than fancy cables and getting the same effect? You save money and the time/hassle of locating the fancy ones.

Craig Montgomery
Podunk, Tucson