I read similar too, when I was toying with the idea of putting a compact crankset to be paired with the Alfine 11.
I think a road compact is still ok, just those tiny granny gears with large rear cogs on a MTB might be too much.
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I read similar too, when I was toying with the idea of putting a compact crankset to be paired with the Alfine 11.