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Originally Posted by old and new
I rode a Raleigh with the auto-trans.The front hub gen.commands the gearbox to shift.The gears are based on the nexus?? hub design. It rode well.I can imagine certain "types" using a bike like this more than a single-speed cruiser,perhaps 200 miles a year instead of 20 miles a year,to each his own. The one I "tested" have a special rack in the front,designed and displayed,specifically for a six-pack, what does that tell ya ?
This one is referenced in the article. Apparently Raleigh met with good success in their test markets. They are now building more of them for wider distribution.
It is named the Raleigh Coasting
http://www.raleighusa.com/items.asp?itemid=384
Hi-Ten steel frame, 700x40 tires, big cushy seat w/springs, coasting brake, North Star handlebars.
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