Originally Posted by
bhkyte
I can't do a nexus 8 in standard form as the over lock diameter is 112ish rather then a standard 135mm. Hense the hybrid 6 speed. There is an SA 8 speed that goes on without modifying the rear triangle. Yeah it puts me off Brompton also.
If you want an alternative standard hub you need to force the frame or get a custom build. I opted for a mezzo due to this reason amongst others.
The gearing range can be made 341% with no frame mods and not much expense, cheaper than Alfine 8sp which is 307%. Buy a 2-sp Brompton, and install a 5-sp wide range wheel which is a drop-in replacement for the existing wheel. 10 speeds over 341%.
So the excuse of gearing for staying away from the Brompton is invalid.