Theoretically a belt drive makes for a great upgrade to a bicycle, as it replaces the heavier, noisy and relatively maintenance-heavy roller chain with a zero-maintenance, whisper-quiet and extreme…
I feel like the benefits of belts are marginal at best, if you don’t want to buy an expensive belt compatible bike and drivetrain, chains are still overall better for most people from the stance of low cost for your complete setup.
@Prontomomo@mettwurstkaninchen I find most of the “problems with chains” that belts purport to solve are problems with derailleurs, not chains. Get a hub gear if that’s a problem. Doesn’t have to be a belt drive one.
I feel like the benefits of belts are marginal at best, if you don’t want to buy an expensive belt compatible bike and drivetrain, chains are still overall better for most people from the stance of low cost for your complete setup.
@Prontomomo @mettwurstkaninchen I find most of the “problems with chains” that belts purport to solve are problems with derailleurs, not chains. Get a hub gear if that’s a problem. Doesn’t have to be a belt drive one.