Dia-Compe straddle brake cable?
03-26-10 | 01:05 PM
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Dia-Compe straddle brake cable?
I'm trying to replace this brake cable, but I don't know what to call it when looking for new ones online. See the image. It's a straddle brake cable? It goes to an '80s? Dia-Compe brake set.
03-26-10 | 01:37 PM
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No. That's a standard drop-bar brake cable, available anywhere.
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03-27-10 | 05:51 PM
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03-27-10 | 10:24 PM
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03-27-10 | 11:48 PM
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We usually call them ferrules. $9 for a bag of 10: https://www.bikeman.com/BR1240.html
We also usually save old parts when they're not worn out--especially when they're not easy to replace. This one appears to have a built-in retainer spring, which is handy.
