Many thanks for the information. In reading through the many new messages on 
the 3 speed hub, there is quite a range of opinions! As for the Murray and 
Huffy I can see that your experience inclines you away from the cheaper 
ikes.
You did not seem so negative toward the Schwinn which is only about $50 more 
than the Huffy and Murray. It does have a Shimano 3 speed hub + coaster 
breakes
+ front cantaleavered brakes .......any comments? 
DM> breaks adjusted and functioning correctly. Many have told me
 LP> Caliper breaks are only found on Murrays and Huffys these days.  They
 LP> have ceased to exist on quality bikes long ago.  Cantaleavered (probably
 LP> spelled that one wrong) on the other hand will stop you 
 LP> MUCH more efficiently
 LP> than coaster breaks and are not a hassle to adjust.  I put more than 
000
 LP> miles on a set of pads with out adjusting anything but the small barrel
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