Originally Posted by
staehpj1
I consider that a bit of a stretch. Dérailleur gearing is lighter, cheaper, sufficiently reliable, and field reparable.
I am not knocking internal gearing for those who prefer it, but I certainly don't see dérailleur gearing as inadequate or internal gearing as a panacea. So my preference is still for dérailleur gearing.
Agreed.
I would like to know what is the bottom gear for this new Shimano Nexus 11 speed hub? That's the real question because most tourist would like a low of 24' inch and maybe 20' for loaded touring. The Rohloff will get that low but it is NOT recommended and will void the warranty.