Originally Posted by GiantDave
I've found the Shimano stuff (Dura Ace) is superior to the "by the foot" brand at the LBS's. Its more $ but since I switched over I've not had any corrosion or cable stickiness problems.
The "by the foot" stuff can be very good if it is quality lined housing. My LBS has a large spool of good, lined housing and will sell it to me for a reasonable price. You want to avoid unlined generic housing.