Originally Posted by
tds101
Oh, yes, 1 more thing. The Sturmey-Archer 8 speed rear hub has so much DRAG!!!
I've had a Sturmey 8 in service on my principle non-folder for 10 years (early adopter!) and it's free peddling and smoother than my Rohloff that cost 10X as much.
Check:
1) that the cones aren't too tight.
2) that there's adequate lubrication.
https://youtu.be/kJIh64i9IAY