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[–] toothpaste_sandwich@feddit.nl 3 points 2 months ago (1 children)

Yes, you're right, of course. But yes, not practical for us regular bike users in most cases, I'd think!

[–] golli@lemm.ee 4 points 2 months ago* (last edited 2 months ago)

But at least right now they are only available in expensive bikes, so not something your average bike rider would buy anyways. I doubt you'll see many electronic shifters on people's commuter or city bikes.

Unless they come down in price and go mainstream, it's only two groups that buy them: actual athletes, where those marginal gains do make a difference and are worth the downsides, and enthusiasts with enough money to spare for their hobby. For the latter value or everyday practicability are probably less of a concern.