Originally Posted by
Torrilin
Part of why I picked my bike is so that I don't have to do mechanical screwing around. I need another hobby like I need another hole in my head!...
One man's "mechanical screwing around" is another man's hobby. I agree with your sentiments which is why I've avoiding becoming an IGH prophet to my friends. Lots of people ride derailliuers bikes and don't mind it, LBS service is routine. IGHs are still in the cult mode, moving out slowly.