From: "Ben Kamenjas" <bici_pimp@mac.com>
> Maybe an answer to my own question, but I am thinking a Suntour Spirt
> front derailleur may be what Im looking for with regard to my frame
> specific search for a solution that works (see below). Thing is I have
> no idea if they work well - what say ye?
> http://www.rivbike.com/
I have a CompeV, which is also a "high normal" Suntour derailler that I'm using with a half-step+granny along with a Cyclone GT in back (48-44-26 x 14 -28 five speed). It handles a triple nicely but may depend on having proper bottom bracket and crank combo to keep rings within swing of derailler. The Spirt may work as well but the CompeV is a nicer piece. I can't comment on your cable outing problem but let us know what you get to work please.
Pete Geurds
Douglassville, Pa