The discussion of Campy shifter cables brings me to ask the list's collective opinion on shifter cables in general. While modern cables and housings are smoother, I've had some trouble with new Teflon-coated shifter cables. They need to be tightened more at the derailler to prevent them slipping, and twice I've stripped the anchor bolt threads in a classic front derailleur trying to prevent the cables from slipping. This is more likely when using old clampon BB cable guides, as one is reluctant to tighten the clamp sufficiently as it presses into the paint. If the clamp slips and one doesn't promptly recognize this as the problem, one can respond by overtightening at the front derailleur and stripping threads. Brake cables aren't such a problem as the anchoring mechanisms are usually more positive and less likely to slip. I've currenly sworn off Teflon-coated derailleur cables. What do list members rate as the smoothest non-coated shifter cables?
Regards,
Jerry Moos