Originally Posted by
agc1976
A 3 speed hub can be pretty limiting due to the limited gear range. If the same or a similar bike is available with the Shimano Nexus 8 or Alfine 8 speed hub then it would be better IMO. Breezer makes step through frame bikes with the Shimano 8 speed hub as do others I believe.
For someone who is a starting rider an IGH is simpler to learn to shift than derailleur systems are IMO but inadequate gear range can discourage new riders.
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