Originally Posted by
HandsomeRyan
Yes, a 3 speed will offer some advantage over a single speed. How far you are riding, how strong a rider you are, and what the terrain looks like will all affect how much benefit you'll see from 3 speeds instead of just one but there is almost sure to be some benefit.
If you want a multi-speed freewheeling bike just get the
Oxford which comes with a freewheeling 3 speed. this bike also has fenders and bigger tires which would be nice for commuting.
-Or-
The
WT5 which has a freewheeling 5 speed IGH.
Getting the 3-speed fixed hub to put a freewheel on it is buying an airplane to get free peanuts. It'll work but there are more efficient ways to accomplish the same goal.
Wow, thank you for your help and the tips on the other bikes. I really appreciate it! My fixie that I commute on was just diagnosed with a misaligned frame so I was looking at another SS to ride. Depending on if I ride the streets I encounter more hills or the routes which is more flat the ride is about 6-7 miles back and forth. The hills aren't too bad and I get up them faster then my friend who rides a 10-speed Raleigh but in the summer months I develop knee pain and I hope the 3-speed or the 5 will help that.
Again, thank you for the input!