Originally Posted by
BurleyCat
I'm also considering going to a 700c wheel on my 1950 Rudge, because they're more common than the 27" as found on my Raleigh 5spd. There appears to be plenty of room in the fork and rear triangle. And while I'm at it, I should be able to fit a decent set of short/regular reach alloy brakes to replace the stock steel items. I'm wondering if you swapped out brakes and what tire size you've chosen for those 700c hoops?
I've done what you're thinking about doing. The front fork on my robin hood just barely had enough room for 32s and a fender. If your bike takes 27s thought it will be fine of course. I will say I like 700s on three speed bikes. Seems like they roll really nice.