>Carbon Belt Drive
>
>Pros:
>
>• No Rust (no lubrication needed)
>• Less slippage, fine-tuning throughout the season
>
>Cons:
>
>• More Expensive (Frame fitting, parts, labor, etc.)
>• Internal Hub (requires Mechanic/Tools or replacement)
>
>*The claim for less maintenance is only because you'll likely
>replace the hub (instead of performing repairs). Considering
>that, you're looking @ a a couple hundred in parts & labor
>each time.
I haven't experienced any issues in over 5 years of ownership and use. The high cost of entry for IGH is more of a Con than the actual performance and maintenance IMO.

>This is also why I prefer single speed/fixed gear cycling. I
>was born with all the gears I need for cycling without an
>additional motor (lol).

I wouldn't wish fixed gear on my worst enemy LOL.... My single speed bike is probably the least useful bike in my collection. The only time I use it is for ridding around with my oldest daughter while she rides her bike. AKA...when I know I won't be tackling any hills....up OR down..



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