Originally Posted by
adlai
Comparing my 8 speed bike to my 9 speed it does feel like the 8 speed is slightly more solid...I imagine that 10 and 11 speed are even worse.
Not really. What you described is an improperly adjusted drivetrain. Once set up correctly, 11-speed is solid as heck.
But, if you want solid, get a fixed gear with a 1/8" chain.