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What if gearbox drivetrains were almost the same weight as derailleur drivetrains?
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nzstormer
(Oct 20, 2017 at 14:15)
Also assuming performance, serviceability and cost were similar and that durability was better (which I think is implied), then i would take the gearbox.
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I recently test rode the Zerode / pinion Enduro bike and it was superior in every way but 2
1) You have to stop pedaling to shift - this takes a little time to get used to - especially so on technical climbs-
2) 2 lbs heavier than a eagle drivetrain
Upsides -
1) better weight position- less unspung weight = better rear suspension
2) will outlast cassettes by years and years - supplier was thinking 10-year plus lifespan with heavy use- only requires annual oil change - should be a no brainer for people who bike in wet/mud
-this extreme durability also suggests long term cost of ownership could be much lower over 10 years vs replaceing cassettes
No energy loss vs regular bike that I could feel
1) You have to stop pedaling to shift - this takes a little time to get used to - especially so on technical climbs-
2) 2 lbs heavier than a eagle drivetrain
Upsides -
1) better weight position- less unspung weight = better rear suspension
2) will outlast cassettes by years and years - supplier was thinking 10-year plus lifespan with heavy use- only requires annual oil change - should be a no brainer for people who bike in wet/mud
-this extreme durability also suggests long term cost of ownership could be much lower over 10 years vs replaceing cassettes
No energy loss vs regular bike that I could feel
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Cuz he is not. If you ride your shit hard you want that it work, always. Gearboxes do that. A pinion gearbox need new oil every 10,000km and that's it. I would need almost 5 11spd cassettes and 3 chainrings and 10 chain's for the same distance. Not only that I also would not lose a single rear derailleur because there is none on gearboxes.