Originally Posted by
Velocivixen
Ah, ok. So what 3 speeds might be a nicer step up from say, Miss Marple's machine or such? I see some Austrian made for Sears, etc. but I have no clue who made those. I just searched "3 speed" on CL. I don't want a racing bike, but I also don't want something so bucolic. I'm physically fit and like something that's zippy & responsive, yet stable and comfortable.
I think you will find the Hercules to be of a bit better build quality. The thing about the Raleighs is no matter how ugly the frame detail, they are durable. If you want a light weight zippy three speed you will probably have to build it yourself. I find my 1972 Superbe to be a very comfortable and enjoyable ride, however it IS NOT particularly light weight, zippy? but it is stable and to me extremely comfortable. For a Cadillac ride I have my DL-1 rod braked Tourist, slow to accelerate and slow to stop, but once up to speed it rolls right along.
Aaron
