Originally Posted by
BigAura
Looks pretty nice & pretty pricey.
Personally, comparing it to my ~$2K S&S coupled LHT, I'm not sure the extra $6K would improve my touring experience. And should anything go wrong, those cutting-edge components would quick become an albatross.
Pinion P.18 has best gear range but it's much more expensive & heavier than even Rohloff, not sure why even intended MTB market riders would want it. OTOH since Surly Trucker has helped introduce disc brakes & Rohloff compatibility I'd also wish to see a split rear dropout for belt drive.