Old 07-22-11, 02:18 PM
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Unless you plan to ride on relatively flat terrain, I would pass on the IGH. The extra cost for limited benefit is not worth it. You have a much wider range of gears on a traditional geared bike and so many more options on bike choices. Belt drives are also not worth the money and limit your choices, because you need a special frame that opens for the belt. Everything else on your list is good. An extra wheelset is great if you want to use studded tires in the winter, but make sure the frame has clearance for the widest tire you expect to use.
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