Will Gearboxes Take Over and Replace Derailleurs? The Pros and Cons of Gearbox Drivetrains

Today we dive deep into the world of gearbox drivetrains, taking a look at the Pion C.12 on this Priority Bikes 600x. Do you think gearboxes are the future? Have you ever ridden a gearbox before? What features attract you to them the most? What would you change? Did you learn something? Consider supporting this channel using the links below. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/hardtail... Do you need help choosing your next bike? Become a supporter today for one-on-one bike consultation:   / hardtailparty   Gear I use and love: 5% off 5DEV cranks - Use coupon code "hardtailparty" for a discount code here: https://bit.ly/3c5Ha6b 5% off roost titanium bars and stem: use code "hardtailparty22" Spinergy MXX 30 - https://bit.ly/3AiL4UW (use coupon code "HTPARTY10" for 10% off) SCC Tech Chain Lube and Cleaner - http://bit.ly/3mlVKPb Hardtail Party Shirts, hats, and SWAG - https://shop.spreadshirt.com/hardtail... Lab Austere hip pack: https://bit.ly/3p37K58 - code "Hardtail.Party" 25% off Handup Gloves: https://bit.ly/3dhUe8z - use discount code "HARDTAILPARTY" My shop tools: https://www.amazon.com/shop/hardtailp... My glasses (use code "hardtail10"): https://bit.ly/3aXBeKp My tire sealant: https://bit.ly/2ULJirZ My favorite grips: https://bit.ly/3mYRL8Z Hardtail Party collection by pedal industries - code "HARDTAILPARTY": https://bit.ly/3ilNdqH What's in my water bottles (Tailwind): https://bit.ly/2Xbxy3q My hooded sun shirt: https://bit.ly/38NdU1x Milwaukee Inflator. I love this thing! https://amzn.to/38Vdqrj Presta adapter: https://amzn.to/3cMADx1 5% off all RSD bikes using code "party" - https://bit.ly/3dj2nZP - Ryan Leech Connection: $19 off - coupon code "hardtailparty"​ - https://bit.ly/2UwrmQq https://amazon.com/shop/hardtailparty any time you shop on amazon using this link, it helps me. Note: some of my links are affiliate links. That means I get a small commission on purchases made using these links. You don't pay anything extra, but it helps support the channel. If you've learned something from my videos, consider using the affiliate links above. 0:00 - Intro 0:35 - Who Loves Gearboxes? 1:24 - Gearboxes feel different 2:28 - Pro: Gets Rid of the Derailleur 3:00 - Pro: Better Weight Redistribution 4:11 - Pro: No Chain Side Movement 4:54 - Pro: 600% Gear Range 6:11 - How It Feels To Ride a Gearbox 10:09 - Pro: You Can Shift Without Pedaling 11:04 - Pro: Low Claimed Maintenance 12:34 - Pro: Far Fewer Wear Parts 13:04 - Con: Special Frame Required 14:01 - Con: Weight 15:04 - Con: High Cost 15:30 - Con: Poor Engagement 17:18 - Con: Less Efficient 19:28 - Con: Frame Design Constraints 20:15 - Con: Grip Shift Only 20:51 - Con: Binds When Shifting Under Load 23:42 - Con: More Cables to Manage 24:10 - Con: Wide Gaps Between Gears 24:30 - Ideal Candidates for Gearbox Bikes 28:22 - Who is the Gearbox NOT for? 31:36 - Are Gearboxes the Future?