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I need to replace my gear cables, shifters and derailleurs are XT.

What are best cables?


 
Posted : 22/10/2010 7:54 pm
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I really liked the Transfil Muclovers. Like having full length outers but without the need to zip-tie to your frame.


 
Posted : 22/10/2010 7:58 pm
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Alligator i-links.

Not cheap, but got mine for the race bike in March 09. Tightened when stretched as per usual. New XTR inners for new season in March this year, again tightened when stretched. Otherwise not touched so top marks for reliability..
Lighter than Nokon, XTR etc. Only thing comparable weight-wise is PowerCordz.

Slowly moving all other bikes to i-links including brake cables on road and TT bikes and remote lockouts when funds permit. Full length outers so two sets per bike = £80! Well worth it though.

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Posted : 22/10/2010 8:01 pm
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Alligator braided cables set from Clee Cycles.....

http://clee-cycles.co.uk/cc/catalog/product_info.php/cPath/61_62/products_id/255?osCsid=18857587247698cdba2ddb051bf2f0bd

Edit... Also goes well with Hope Braided hose 😉


 
Posted : 22/10/2010 8:02 pm
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Thanks! Will check em out.


 
Posted : 22/10/2010 8:14 pm
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i used the jagwire stuff on all three of my bikes and have never had a problem with it


 
Posted : 23/10/2010 8:18 am
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Jagwire here too.
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Posted : 23/10/2010 8:35 am
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I still really rate the Gore stuff. The only cables I've ever transplanted to a new bike.


 
Posted : 23/10/2010 8:38 am
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Whats wrong with standard cabling? I use it on al my bikes and never have any issues. I do lube the cables tho a couple of times a year


 
Posted : 23/10/2010 8:40 am
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I've got Gore Ride On with standard outers, not continuous. Fitted 5 or 6 years ago and I have never had to touch them in all that time, Scottish mud rider. Highly recommended although I don't hear of many folks using them these days. Are alligator/jagwire equivalent or better?


 
Posted : 23/10/2010 8:44 am
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SP41 and Teflon inners.


 
Posted : 23/10/2010 8:56 am
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Alligator braided cables set from Clee Cycles.....

http://clee-cycles.co.uk/cc/catalog/product_info.php/cPath/61_62/products_id/255?osCsid=18857587247698cdba2ddb051bf2f0bd

Edit... Also goes well with Hope Braided hose

These guys are selling the same cables for nearly a tenner less - plus loads of colours - http://www.readytoridecycles.co.uk/cablesets-45-c.asp

Ive used them for ages - just changed the inner.

I-links are too expensive for my tastes....


 
Posted : 23/10/2010 9:18 am
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SP41 and Teflon inners.

Works for me too.


 
Posted : 23/10/2010 9:20 am
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£2.50 Stainless Steel Cable and SP4 Outer.

Works fine on everything.

Just change 'em when you service the bike.

You can spend £80 on cables if you want.......


 
Posted : 23/10/2010 9:33 am

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