{"product_id":"5mm-st-sp-30m-volume-box-1","title":"5mm St.sp. 30m Volume Box","description":"\u003cp\u003eBrake cable housing is the unsung hero of a reliable braking system. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.alligatorcables.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Alligator official site\"\u003eAlligator\u003c\/a\u003e's 5mm stainless-spiral 30m volume box gives workshops and serious home mechanics a full reel of quality housing — enough to re-cable multiple bikes or stock up for a season of riding on India's demanding roads, from Pune's potholed city streets to the long, sweeping descents of the Western Ghats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUse Cases\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDaily training.\u003c\/strong\u003e Reliable use across Indian training conditions — heat, humidity, and rough tarmac.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRace day.\u003c\/strong\u003e Performance-grade construction for competitive efforts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLong rides.\u003c\/strong\u003e Built for full-day rides across Western Ghats, Sahyadri, or Nilgiri climbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOur Take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor riders and mechanics who go through cable housing regularly — whether from monsoon corrosion, abrasion on rough tarmac, or simply high mileage — buying in a 30m volume box is genuinely smart value. Alligator's stainless-spiral construction resists compression under hard braking, which matters most on long Ghat descents where consistent lever feel is non-negotiable. At this price per metre, the quality-to-cost ratio is hard to argue with for Indian conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSizing for Indian Riders\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis housing is 5mm outer diameter, the standard size for brake cable housing on road, hybrid, and mountain bikes. It works with standard ferrules and housing cutters. No European-to-Indian sizing conversion applies here — confirm your existing housing diameter before ordering. One 30m reel is more than enough to service a full fleet of bikes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompatible with standard brake cable systems — road, MTB, hybrid, and cyclocross. Works with rim brake and mechanical disc brake setups. Not suitable for hydraulic disc brake lines. Use with appropriate end-caps or ferrules to prevent cable fraying. Always use a clean, sharp housing cutter for a square cut and optimal performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComplete your cable refresh with stainless brake inner cables, quality end caps and ferrules, cable-specific lubricant or housing liner, and a precision cable cutter. A full housing-and-cable replacement is one of the best-value performance improvements on any bike.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/alligator\"\u003eExplore the full Alligator collection at Cobbled Climbs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"cc-spec-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAlligator\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCycling Product\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShipped From\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMumbai, India\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cobbledclimbs.com\/collections\/alligator\" title=\"Alligator India\"\u003eExplore the full Alligator collection at Cobbled Climbs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy from Cobbled Climbs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% genuine — authorised Alligator retailer in India\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree delivery on orders above Rs. 2,500\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCash on delivery available nationwide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7-day easy returns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShipped from Mumbai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpert advice — built for Indian cycling conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e.cc-faq{margin:32px 0 24px}.cc-faq__item{border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;margin:0}.cc-faq__item:last-of-type{border-bottom:1px solid #e5e5e5}.cc-faq__q{cursor:pointer;list-style:none;padding:24px 0;display:flex;justify-content:space-between;align-items:center;gap:24px;outline:none}.cc-faq__q::-webkit-details-marker{display:none}.cc-faq__q:focus-visible{outline:2px solid #000;outline-offset:-2px}.cc-faq__q::after{content:\"\";width:14px;height:14px;flex-shrink:0;background-image:url('data:image\/svg+xml;utf8,\u003csvg viewBox=\\\"0 0 14 14\\\" xmlns=\\\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\\\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\\\"M2 5l5 5 5-5\\\" stroke=\\\"%23000\\\" stroke-width=\\\"1.5\\\" fill=\\\"none\\\"\/\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e');background-repeat:no-repeat;background-position:center;transition:transform .2s ease}.cc-faq__item[open] .cc-faq__q::after{transform:rotate(180deg)}.cc-faq__a{padding:0 0 28px;margin:0}\u003c\/style\u003e\u003csection class=\"cc-faq\" aria-label=\"Frequently Asked Questions\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"cc-faq__item\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"cc-faq__q\"\u003eWhat is the Alligator 5mm 30m housing box best used for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp class=\"cc-faq__a\"\u003eThis volume box is ideal for bike workshops, multi-bike households, and serious home mechanics who want to re-cable frequently without running out of stock. It suits rim brake and mechanical disc brake setups on road, MTB, hybrid, and city bikes. Riders in cities like Pune or Chennai dealing with monsoon corrosion will find a full reel especially practical for regular maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"cc-faq__item\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"cc-faq__q\"\u003eWhat size brake cable housing do I need — is 5mm the right fit for my bike?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp class=\"cc-faq__a\"\u003e5mm is the standard outer diameter for brake cable housing on virtually all road, mountain, hybrid, and city bikes. It works with standard ferrules, end caps, and cable stops. If you are unsure, measure your existing housing with a calliper. Gear cable housing is typically 4mm — do not use brake housing for gear cables or vice versa.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"cc-faq__item\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"cc-faq__q\"\u003eWill this brake cable housing hold up in India's monsoon season and 35°C+ heat?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp class=\"cc-faq__a\"\u003eYes. Alligator's stainless-spiral construction resists the compression and moisture ingress that degrade cheaper housing. In India's humid monsoon conditions — particularly relevant for riders in Mumbai, Kolkata, or Coorg — housing quality directly affects brake feel. Replacing housing annually, or when feel becomes vague, keeps braking consistent regardless of season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"cc-faq__item\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"cc-faq__q\"\u003eHow does stainless-spiral brake housing compare to coiled or compressionless housing?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp class=\"cc-faq__a\"\u003eStainless-spiral housing is the standard for brake systems and handles braking forces well by resisting longitudinal compression. Compressionless housing (like Shimano OT-SP41) is an upgrade used in performance builds for a firmer, more direct lever feel. For most Indian riders and workshop use, stainless-spiral offers an excellent balance of performance and cost across a full 30m reel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"cc-faq__item\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"cc-faq__q\"\u003eIs the Alligator 30m volume box worth the price in India, and does it come with any warranty?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp class=\"cc-faq__a\"\u003eAt Rs. 8,990 for 30 metres, the per-metre cost is excellent value compared to buying housing by the metre. It is a practical investment for anyone maintaining multiple bikes or running a small workshop. Alligator is a reputable Taiwanese manufacturer. For warranty or defect queries, contact Cobbled Climbs directly — orders above Rs. 2,500 also qualify for free delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Alligator","offers":[{"title":"ST.SP. 5mm","offer_id":42386930860205,"sku":"LY-18630BK","price":8990.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0401\/9958\/5953\/products\/30m-housing-volume-box-b_22649209-3c71-4c83-8490-95398c682592.png?v=1769310510","url":"https:\/\/www.cobbledclimbs.com\/products\/5mm-st-sp-30m-volume-box-1","provider":"Cobbled Climbs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}