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amey
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The Alfine 8 speed is a pretty good option (it’s no rohloff but it’s smooth and reliable - don’t believe the promo stuff - you’re best off pausing pedalling when you change gear). Alfine 11 is poor and nexus 8 are a bit crap. Nexus 7 is pretty good, but you’re better off coughing up for the Alfine 8. Sturmey archer 3 is effective and serviceable, sturmey 5 is shit and sturmey 8 is reliable but agricultural.
I bought a commuter with a premium nexus and was unimpressed - ended up putting a derailleur on with a dropout adapter.
Are you sure you want a hub gear? 1x10 and a regular wipe down of the chain is a much better option ime.