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Originally Posted by seedsbelize2 (Post 22763017)

When entering the USA, one must go through customs twice. Once in order to get to baggage claim, and again with said baggage.
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Rant off
And get off my lawn!

The first stop is Immigration and the second is actual customs.
Immigration is the acceptance of that country allowing you to enter.
Customs is a check of what you are bringing into the country.

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Originally Posted by smd4 (Post 22758736)

I'd also consider using compressionless cable housing, which should also offer a dramatic improvement.

Yes! Also, modern low-friction cable and housing. The rear brake of my Peugeot UO-8 was worthless until I replaced the cable and housing, which made a dramatic difference.

When I replaced the ineffective Campag. single pivot sidepulls on my Bianchi with dual-pivot Shimanos that actually provide safe braking force, I had to replace the OEM rear brake cable, which otherwise prevented the caliper from reopening. Cables and housings are as important as brake levers (aero for best leverage), calipers, and brake pads (insist on KoolStop; accept no substitutes).