Thread: Gear hub vs derailleur
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Old 06-19-13 | 06:20 PM
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Originally Posted by Nightshade
Yes, and no. With careful selection of the front chain ring the entire gear range of IGH can be moved up and down to suit your riding preference.
Swapping rear cogs is cheaper and may move the range enough to make it usable for you. Example: most Raleigh 3 speeds came with 16t or 18t rear cogs, in the real world 22t is much better.

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