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.
Originally Posted by
wahoonc
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.
Aaron
The whole point to both our post is that an IGH can be a very good gear set with the right front chain ring ,or rear cog, so don't be afraid to try different tooth combinations for your riding style.
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Originally Posted by krazygluon
Steel: nearly a thousand years of metallurgical development
Aluminum: barely a hundred, which one would you rather have under your butt at 30mph?