Originally Posted by
skycyclepilot
Agreed, but the LBS is a 50 mile round trip, and I want to learn. If it isn't easily solved, they will get it back, and they are supporting my efforts to fix it.
50 miles is a great bike ride. Ride the bike there, meet your better half for lunch and come back in the car. Or, it could be your first century effort.
On a more serious note, with sticky cables your shifting will always be an issue. It is more likely the cable running under your bar tape, than the short back section at the derailleur. IMHO any type of lube will make things worse longer term. A high quality cable set, will set you back around $35, making the upgrade worth your while.
http://www.excelsports.com/main.asp?...ajor=1&minor=9