Originally Posted by
kickstart
IF Sturmey Archer ever decides to do an 8 speed that can be used with wheels bigger than 20", I would prefer SA drum hubs over Shimanos roller brake hubs. I really like the dyno-drum front hub on my path racer.
I have a Sturmey Archer 8 speed in a 700c wheel bike. With a 30/25 chainring/cog ratio, it gives me about a 32.5 inch low gear. Not too bad if the hills are not real serious.