Internal Gear Hubs For Bikes Explained: Everything You Need To Know
An internal gear hub (IGH) places gearing inside the rear hub instead of using a derailleur and cassette. Popular models include the Shimano Alfine 11, Rohloff Speedhub 14, and Sturmey Archer 3-speed. Pros: low maintenance, weatherproof, can shift while stopped. Cons: heavier, more expensive, fewer gears than 2x/3x. Below, we compare top IGHs. Searching for … Read more