Originally Posted by
rex615
No real disadvantage, it means more complexity. it adds one more part and more fasteners.
Rohloff choose to eliminate it when possible, hence their OEM drop out.
It wouldn't be a deal breaker on choosing a frame, but seems a nice feature if available. I like it when a frame manufacturer considers things like that and give the buyer options.
Agreed. I just wish there were such a frame with a horizontal top tube!