Originally Posted by askrom
Thanks, Fixer,
but... I hope you'll forgive me for second-guessing you, as your replies still don't sound like you are 100% sure.
I can't find hardly any web stores that even bother to specify whether the derailleur cables they sell are intended for Campy or Shimano. Why would they omit such critical information if cable incompatibility was possible?
Example:
http://www.universalcycles.com/shopp...2&category=845
Does anyone else know the answer to this? Of course, I will ask any vendor before pulling the trigger and buying something, but it's hard to even shop around if it looks like my options are limited to paying $35 or more for specifically Campagnolo-compatible cables.
Thanks!
Yes you do have to use Campy-specific cables. Wire diam. are the same as Shimano but the cable-ends are different enuf to cause potential problems. Dont muck around, use the right stuff. Its not for Campy use unless its branded Campy-compatible. Yes they are ridiculously more $$$ the Shimano, but guess which is more common? Kinda like PC and Mac. Ever see anything Mac-compatible thats cheap? As for the double-ended brake cables, those are Shimano road or ATB. I personally have never seen a Shimano/Campy cable. The Ergo-cable kits, including housing are usually found for $35-50. Save yourself potential heartache and do the Right-Campy thing... Hope this eases yer mind