Where from and what do you use
Manufacturers spec, just go to one of the common online retailers, most generally have some sort of discount.
Actual shops will be best for this. 2 quid a metre for shimano outer and 4 quid for a stainless gear inner (massively better than galvanised in terms of performance and lifespan). Done.
I just stock up on these when Halfords have them on special offer (like they do right now !)
You get a good quality SS inner cable, a good quality length of outer (that cuts really well) and six end ferrules, all for £2
Bargain !!
(Remember, you need to book them on-line for collection in store to get them at that price)
Oh, and don't be tempted to buy one of the "cable sets" from Asda for £4
They initially look like a bit of a bargain, getting 2 gear inner+outers, plus 2 brake inner+outers and all ferrules+end crimps for only £4.
The inner cables are galvanised & start to corrode on the first ride.
The "gear" outer cable is actually spiral-wound brake outer !!
The plastic coating on the outer cables splits and cracks very easily.
Alan
A good bike shop and use the good stainless and outer that they put on proper bikes.
4 quid a pop for a gear inner!? 40p on ebay...though you do have to buy 100 of them in one go!!
£2 a metre for outer? Where?
Shimano list price is £1.50 a foot
.... In the bin, go single speed.
@Al, SP41 is £1.99 per metre from UK Bike Store, though there is postage to pay.
I have used these http://www.decathlon.co.uk/universal-derailleur-cable-kit-id_3289252.html and will replace my current cables with them,when they start to get sticky.
.... In the bin, go single speed.
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So the main thing is to go stainless over galvanised. I always buy the SP41 outer.
I tried the singlespeed thing, it was ok but it's rather lonely. You have to ride up every hill on your own.
I buy 10m of SP41 from Parker International and just pick up inner wires when I need them.
Parker International closed last year.
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Doing some good prices at Singletrack.
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