"why would you run hub gears when derailleurs are standard at pro level on road and off?"
When your bike returns from a session soaking wet and filthy you can chuck it in the shed with only a quick wipe down of the chain with an oily rag.
Dishing of the wheel is a little less bonkers compared to a freehub setup too IIRC.
You never drop your chain or get chainsuck
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When your bike returns from a session soaking wet and filthy you can chuck it in the shed with only a quick wipe down of the chain with an oily rag.
Dishing of the wheel is a little less bonkers compared to a freehub setup too IIRC.
You never drop your chain or get chainsuck