I still haven't had a chance to get out there to see how little difference my tinkering will have made, but I know the cable is a little... Dated. It's an old slic cable so could do with being replaced, and then lubed up.
For anyone wondering though, I'm pretty sure I have a decent enough set up to get solid braking power (evo 2, clear pads, OLD primo levers, and tiny tiny fit flow bars).
Will keep you guys updated!