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@jameso
Pros and cons of each drivetrain aside, 1x was designed for MTBS for chain retention needs. The gaps in gears, cost of the system and chainline compromises are worth it on an MTB that gets used for trail/enduro/shuttle type use. imho that balance of compromises changes for a bike that goes on road half the time at wider speed ranges and has less need for such solid chain retention. But as long as you can pedal it..