I wasn't talking about the cables in particular though. Same type of cables in my case. I've haven't had cables freeze on me this winter. I should thank my LBS since they must have put some good lube on them. I find the disk brake more reliable because it picks up less water and snow then the rim does which is most noticeable when riding in snow or slush.

At 'this' LBS cables are greased before being installed. Shimano cable kits come pregreased.

I run full length housing on my winter bikes, less cable to freeze.