I think your missing the core point here. The better rider in this instance wont be concidered the better rider by the results despite winning on the day. Im with dave 33, I would ride with single speed, if I did well and some one complained and got a better result because of it. Then well done that person, you must be very proud. Thing is ben is an awsome rider and doesnt need this sort of thing I dont think. Its not F1 for f**k sake. Single speed is lighter is it?? Yeah my cables and small plastic shifter hold be back all the time, I reckon without them I could do everything much better. Common