Thread: Sturmey Archer 5 speed or 8 speed hub for hilly area?
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Old 02-20-17 | 07:25 PM
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From: st lou

Bikes: cargo-midtail ebike

I'm considering this the SA 8 spd in addition to a mid-drive electric hub motor (Bafang BBS02) to make an ebike from my 120mm OLD single speed bike.

I know that the 8 spd is direct drive on it's lowest gear. Does that mean that it would be the sturdiest gear to use for motor assisted hill climbs?
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