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Techs-Mechs: Nokon update.

Just an update from a previous post when I installed Nokon cables on my Record 10 Pinarello.  You may recall, I complained about the cost, fickle installation and less than precise shifting.  I received a brand new set of stock Campy 10 cables and housing when I purchased levers for my b-bike.  I installed the new cables on my A bike and slapped the Nokon's on my b-bike.  With the Campy cables I now remember the light action, speed and precision that I was missing when the Nokon's were being used.  The Campy housing is certainly heavier and more rigid, but the performance is far superior.  On a related note, if you have a bar with dual cable grooves, the Campy cables really are a little two rigid to make the bend from the back of the shift lever and around the outside of the bar.  I got them to hold with about a half a role of electrical tape, but next time I purchase a bar, I'm going with the single deeper front groove.  I believe it makes for a cleaner installation and a more comfy grip on the bar top.  Of course I still drool over some of the carbon bars with flat top sections and internal cable guides.  Chris, if you're wondering about a X-mas present, a 3TTT More carbon bar in a 46 would make for a nice gift... (hint..).