Originally Posted by saddlesores

it's cheap, it's easy, it's fast, it's foolproof. if it makes you feel better to know you've got fresh cables on tour, go for it.

but remember, new cables will "stretch" and need adjusting once or twice soon after replacement, so plan accordingly.

and if you inspect and decide cables/housings are all good, you still should take a spare of each type cable....long enough for the rear mechanism. if your spares are "universal" type with thingies at both ends, remember to cut the correct end off BEFORE you leave......