Originally Posted by
BicycleCrazy
I am considering a new commuter bike with either a 3 or 7-speed internal gear hub. I like the idea of low maint. and the area I ride is not too "hilly" so it sounds like a great low maint. option.
Looking for feedback...pros and cons.
Thanks!
Having used modern hub gears by chance, I wouldn't go back now unless price was a factor. I have two bikes with Nexus 3-speeds and one with SRF3.
If 'only' a 3-speed, it can be worth setting it up in such a way that top gear is your 'normal' riding gear, giving you plenty of reserve for hills/loads/snow. My Shimanos are set up this way, almost all riding is 'single speed'.