Originally Posted by bostontrevor
But it is true that there's no substitute for the Speedhub offroad. It was invented for DH racing and it's hard to find a more abusive environment than that.
So, bad idea to try and use a Nexus-based wheel on my MTB for singletrack riding? I'm more into cross-country-style riding and don't do many jumps and drops. Or how about for a non-racing cyclocross set-up?
I'm thinking right now about buying a singlespeed 29er frame or singlespeed cyclocross frame and having an extra rear wheel built with a Nexus hub for some versatility.