Brake Cable for TT Lever

[colinr]

Am I right in thinking I need MTB style brake cables with the bit on the end for TT Levers? A la this?

Levers in question are Cane Creek 200tt.

Bonus question: Any idea if these levers will fit a pair of Charge Slice bullhorn bars?

PS. Admin types, the minimum keyword length on the search doesn't like 'TT', can it have exceptions for specific terms that people might like?

 

[Rob3rt]

Yes, I have the same lever's. You need a barrel ended (MTB) style brake cable.

Unless the bull horns are an odd size they should fit. They work by tightening a screw/bolt in the end of the lever (under a rubber thumb cap) which expands the inserted area, like some bar end plugs. They come with some shims for larger diameter bars. The manual for the levers is available online I think if you want to double check.

I use mine with these.
http://www.ribblecycles.co.uk/sp/ro...file-T2-Wing-Base-Bar-Low-Profile/PROFHBAQ240

 

[colinr]

Cheers. I've done more Googling and there are reports of people running this bar / brake combo.
Sorted, just need to buy another cable. At least it's cheaper than getting a seatpost that didn't fit

 

[Rob3rt]

Cheers. I've done more Googling and there are reports of people running this bar / brake combo.
Sorted, just need to buy another cable. At least it's cheaper than getting a seatpost that didn't fit

I didnt read the manual online beforehand and bought a set of 'road' cables and inners. When I recieved the levers, had to go out and buy another cable.

 

[colinr]

Do cross levers use MTB type or road type cable? If you're using them standalone, not as backup brakes.