Originally Posted by PaulH
I don't see the point of it. There is no protection for your clothing from the chain, and no protection of the chain from the elements. Why bother with the Nexus then? A derailleur would be cheaper and slightly more efficient -- most of all, there would be a larger gear range.
It just seems to be a hybrid with fenders. Not that there is anything wrong with that, but it would be too inconvenient for me to use for anything.
Paul
A derailleur would be less reliable, need more maintainance and cannot be shifted if the bike is at a stop.
The 50/50 does seem to be basically a hybrid with fenders and a Nexus hub though. I would like to see the Nexus on something with 700c wheels and maybe even drop bars.