Nashbar Hounder Single Speed Road Bike (on sale for $199 new from $450). Am I missing something here? Better to buy used from a "Kitten Killer" than brand new from Nashbar?


http://www.nashbar.com/webapp/wcs/st..._10000__201814

New for 2010, the Hounder Single Speed Road Bike builds on the success of our Single Speed Road Bike with style. The Hounder provides solid, dependable, no-frills transportation and does it while looking good! It's flat bar provides a more upright and comfortable position. It comes with a 16t freewheel and fixed cog to allow you to choose your riding style. Great for college students, commuters, early season training, and anyone who wants to experience cycling in its simplest, purist form. Color: Black. 27lbs.
Frame Urban Single Speed Design, Cro Mo, Water Bottle & fender Mounts
Fork: Triple Butted Cro Mo w/ Fender Mounts
Headset: Tange 1-1/8" Threadless
Handlebars: 1.5" Riser Bar
Stem: 10 Degree Drop
Grips: Velo Diamond Cross
Brake Levers: Tektro, F & R
Brake(s): Tektro Alloy Caliper F & R
Seat: Velo Black
Seat Post: Straight Post 27.2, 250mm length
Crankset: 3-pc Euro Steel, 42T
Chain: KMC Z410
Pedal: Wellgo Platform
Rim: Alex DC19, 32H, Stainless Spokes
Front Hub: Formula 32H, Nutted
Rear Hub: Formula Single Speed 32H, Nutted, w/ 16T Freewheel, 16T Fixed Cog
Tires: 700c X 28