Bikes like these 1930's models are still manufactured today, due to their simplicity, reliability, and longevity, which makes them a smart choice for transportation. Modern additions to my Hercules are the Zefal Solibloc pump and Wald folding baskets hung off the rear rack. Indian owners' maintenance rarely extends past the odd puncture repair, done by sidewalk or road-side "puncture-wallas".
Paul Woloshansky

Calgary, Alberta

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