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The Nexus 7 speed has no direct gear, and low useful gears like 3rd have so much mechanical drag that lots of efficiency is lost. I prefer the old Sturmey 3 speed to the Nexus.
I am very eager to try the Alfine 11 speed when I have spare money and room for more bikes.