

Yes they do last a long time. They can be a great option. Just not easy to fix if something goes wrong.
You don’t have to clean a regular chain that often, but it will last longer if you do. A regular chain is perfectly fine to use in the rain / snow/ etc.
In my mind, I know the chain and cassettes will wear out, so when they do, I would rather have ones I can replace myself. But an internal geared hub is a great option as well. It is lower maintenance, but with the trade off that it is difficult to work on.
Good but expensive. I really appreciated them doing the organizing for me. Unfortunately, I had trouble keeping up with the stuff they sent me and a lot of it went bad in the fridge.
The best part was all the recipes for sauces. I never make sauces on my own and I still don’t, but it was great making them when they gave you all the ingredients and told you what to do.