> Yes, it is true that slick cables have less friction (where the outside
> bumps of the braids have been smoothed off). They come with or without
> Teflon coating and Jagwire makes them. It isn't particularly noticeable
> when used for the front brake but they do make for a smoother pull on the
> rear. Of course that same method is used for derailleur cables as well.
>
> Doug Fattic
> Niles, Michigan, USA
Given that I can sit on a dime and tell you whether it's heads or tails, how about applying a extra fine emory paper to less than fancy cables and getting the same effect? You save money and the time/hassle of locating the fancy ones.
Craig Montgomery
Podunk, Tucson