I would like to see internal gear hubs and belt drives available in more bikes [1]. I have a ebike with a 3-speed internal hub that has been an absolute delight

I would like to see internal gear hubs and belt drives available in more bikes [1]. I have a ebike with a 3-speed internal hub that has been an absolute delight to own. While maybe not easier to work on yourself - they require so much less maintanence that I think a lot of people would could really benefit from them. I see so many people here riding around on creaky chains and improperly tensioned derailleurs, it makes my stomach churn! And not just for "upright" bikes either. I think an 11-speed hub in a hybrid bike would be enough for lot of recreational riders. Or even a "gravel" bike with drop bars and an internal hub would could make for a pretty interesting go-anywhere, do-anything sort of bike. [1] https://www.cyclingabout.com/shimano-alfine-explained-internal-gear-bicycle-hub/ https://www.cyclingabout.com/shimano-alfine-explained-intern...