I used to solder my cable ends, for the same reason I am careful to align
tire manufacturer markings up with valves - it shows someone cares. As
noted, SS cables put a stop to that, so I've used bees wax, tape, glue, and
spoke nipples, but ferules work and look best. Maybe I'll get some of the
For many years I have had a 15 mile (each way) commute, year round, wet or
dry, cold or hot. Winter tips: reflectors can be as effective as lights.
You can never have too many reflectors on rider and bike. Lights rule. I
have a SON dyno hub powering front and rear lights. You can get a $35.00
I have albatross bars on both of my bikes - a Betty Foy and a 1978 Schwinn
Super Le Tour, and have used them on bikes no longer with me. I have ridden
1,200 km brevets with them, including PBP. I came to the realization that I
rarely, if ever, used the drops or hooks anymore and could have
