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CyclingAbout May 29, 2025 15m

Death of the Derailleur? Chainless eCVT Bicycles Might Change Everything!

Summary

This transcript explores the emerging electronic continuously variable transmission (eCVT) drivetrains for eBikes, drawing parallels to hybrid car technology. eCVTs offer advantages like infinite, instant, silent gear changes, increased torque, and improved durability compared to traditional systems. The practical takeaway is that eCVTs represent a significant and potentially future-dominant innovation in eBike technology, despite some trade-offs like weight and a slight delay in response.

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