On Nov 26, 12:42*pm, Greg Arnold wrote:
I upgraded to a disc brake on my 20-year-old Discus. *I have the very
same issues there, and haven't had any good ideas about how to upgrade
to a beefier Bowden cable (motorcycle cable?) that still will work with
the fittings designed for the bicycle cable. *

You do need to change a few fittings.

Also, I have wondered how
a stiffer cable would affect the feel at the stick -- seems it would be
stiffer in pitch.

No change if the cable is routed carefully...
If you feel any change don't fly it !

Hope that helps,
Best Regards, Dave "YO electric"