Originally Posted by Sheldon Brown
I agree except about the OEM issue...If you want to take advantage of the Rohloff-specific dropouts, you
need the OEM version. The non-OEM models use that kludgy reaction arm under the left chainstay, which complicates wheel removal/installation considerably.
Sheldon "OEM" Brown
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Sorry, you're right re the oem, meant to say the opposite. I'm getting old and it shows. The advantages of the Thorn frame designed around the Rohloff hub are considerable both in looks and easy maintainance. However my next French tour of 3000 miles in the summer will provide the proof of the pudding.