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Brake Cables

aFlabbyPanda · 2015-02-14 22:33:59

So I'm going to give servicing my bike a go. In terms of inner/outer brake cables, what do people use themselves? Is it worth spending for the expensive stuff or is there any noticeable difference?

14-02-2015 10:33pm

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So I'm going to give servicing my bike a go. In terms of inner/outer brake cables, what do people use themselves?

Is it worth spending for the expensive stuff or is there any noticeable difference?

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#2 14-02-2015 10:46pm

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The_Sub wrote: »

So I'm going to give servicing my bike a go. In terms of inner/outer brake cables, what do people use themselves?

Is it worth spending for the expensive stuff or is there any noticeable difference?

i didnt notice any differece as i change it ragularlly, and lub it.
The one i am using is the cheapest stainless steel cable on ebay(Jagwire Inner Bicycle Brake Cable),
about 5 pound for a pack of 10.

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#3 15-02-2015 8:14am

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I've used this set a few times no issues and straight forward to fit.

http://www.wiggle.co.uk/jagwire-racer-brake-and-gear-cable-kit-for-road-bikes/

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