3 speed shifting

[mtnbikeman]

I am new to the hobby and I have two bikes from the 70's I am currently getting back in working order. 1 has a sturmey archer 3 speed and the other has a shimano 333. The question I have is, do you have to stop pedaling in order for theses hubs to shift properly?

Thanks in advance

 

[Schwinn499]

Yes, 3 speed hubs require you to stop pedaling while shifing.

 

[Schwinn499]

Here's a solid read on the subject of IGHs (internally geared hubs)
http://www.sheldonbrown.com/sturmey-archer_tech.html