Originally Posted by ga_mueller

Less maintenance.
> I like working on bikes. No go.
No coasting.
> I like coasting. Who wouldn't? No go.
No ticking sound.
> It's a sound you grew up with. I love it. No go.
Simplicity.
> I'd agree. Simpler is always better.
Perfect chainline.
> I've never had a problem with my chainline. Never even thought about it. No go.
Fondness for tinkering.
> You should have to tinker less on a simpler bike. No go.
Hipsterism.
> I think this is probably the key.

ga_mueller