Originally Posted by
northsjfixed
I am going to get the Schwinn Coffee and I am on the fence about getting it either in three speeds or single speed. I will only be using it to go to local shops within a mile radius (at most).
Dumb question but where are the shifters on three speed bikes? I can't seem to see them in pictures.
Shifter positions:
Shimano & SRAM 3 speed hubs use twist shifters, also known as grip shifters. Currently the only option available.
Sturmey Archer has the old school trigger shifter still available for their normal 3 speed hubs as well as a twist shifter. SA also now has new designs of bar end and thumb shifters available for their three speed hubs. The SA hubs offer the greatest choice by far.
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