Originally Posted by
bwunger
Check out this website. It's a joint venture between Shimano, IDEO and some bike companies.
http://www.coasting.com/
These bikes are about as simple as they get.
I hope their bikes are easier to use than that website.
Seriously though... there is something to be said for the old expression, "if it ain't broke, don't fix it".
It doesn't get any simpler than a single speed or an old 1x3 derailleur setup.
Which is all you need on any neighborhood cruiser.