Merxli, Thanks a lot for your report, and pics!
You've cited some advantages of the Gates Carbon Drive, as have others. I've listed some of the advantages. Could you rank or designate these for us using your experience thus far?
Example designation:
(1) Hugely important
(2) Important
(3) Somewhat important
(4) Minor import
(5) Not a factor
Alleged advantages:
Connectedness, acceleration quickness
Tidiness (e.g no chain tattoos).
Quietude
Weight reduction
Drive efficiency
Esthetics and coolness
No maintenance, reliability, durability.