"Recreational" bikes are a bit scary to me. To me, that usually indicates below mid-range. Not being expert on Centurion's (although I have flipped a few)...I cannot say for sure. But, when I think to Schwinn and others that describe "recreational"...it gets a bit low end.

As for a comparison to a Super Course...if you get this bike, it would be great to get a ride comparison...as my SC rides fantastically...particularly for what is, generally, a mid level Raleigh...I love my SC a lot...probably my favorite riding Raleigh...