Originally Posted by
MikeDeason
From what I read online, a bike with Shimano Alfine 8 and a belt drive and hydraulic disc brakes is priced on average more than the one I bought.
Reading about the Alfine 8, it sounds perfect for my use. Not convinced I paid too much. Looks like a couple online options are slightly less and some slightly more. But I bought from a physical store which I prefer.
I was going to suggest the Aquila over the priority 8 until I saw you already bought it! Looks like you probably got better wheels and a higher front sprocket if not better crackset overall. Is the belt a cdx belt? The priority comes with a a CDN, which isn’t rated to handle extreme cold. If you’re in Canada, having a CDX belt out of the box is great. I hope you enjoy your bike! I have a lower end priority Gotham with a 3 speed and commute year round now and sunk money into upgrading my belt so I’ll be able to use it on -0 F days. Can’t say I love the bike, but I’m sold on the IGH and belt for a bike that lives outside.