Originally Posted by
HalfEmpty43
Great, thank you! I'm looking into these as I type! I should also add that cantilever brakes to accommodate some fatter tires, and at least 10 speeds would be ideal, if that helps narrow down any other possible suggestions. I realize this might take me out of what some may see as "classic territory" and well into the 80's, but that's fine for me.
Thanks again!
Well, if you're ok with discarding lugs, then a 10 speed Schwinn Suburban is pretty close to what you're looking for. Of course it runs on 27" wheels (fatter tires??? why?) - you might be able to find a Collegiate if you need fatter tires.
Also, Sears Free Spirits from the late 70s/early 80s - I had one that was a ten speed, with upright bars and fenders, but had 26 x 1 3/8 tires - made in Taiwan perfectly adequate quality.