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But the Shimano/Sram cartel really want to keep the chain/derailleur cash cow alive.
by brikym 2y ago
But the Shimano/Sram cartel really want to keep the chain/derailleur cash cow alive.
- Aurornis 2y agoBelt drive is a fixed ratio system. It’s not comparable to a derailleur which has a wide range of gear ratios. Apples and oranges. One doesn’t swap for the other. It’s not an industry conspiracy.
- jhugo 2y agoBelt drives are often used with an internally-geared hub, so the system as a whole still has gears.
- wyre 2y agoThe cycling industry and trends are based on processional racing and a chain/derailleur is going to maintain significantly more power transfer at that level than a belt drive or internally geared hub. If Shimano/Sram cared about building top-shelf commuter drivetrains (Shimano has Alfine) they could easily purchase Gates or build a competing company.