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Old 08-24-16 | 12:18 PM
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Originally Posted by Photodoug
mtb_addict - The "Dutch" style is really close to what I think I want. Unfortunately, I don't think a 3 speed is enough gears for these old legs. Maybe a 2x5 drive train or at least 7 speeds.
Maybe then get a dutch 3sp, and start shopping for a replacement wheel with an IGH with more (7? 8? 11?) speeds. Maybe by the time you figure out what you want, you might also have figured out that 3sp works for you. Or shop for just a replacement IG hub, and pay a shop to rebuild the wheel to your new hub (or do it yourself if you can, or want to learn)
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