Originally Posted by
tatfiend
As far as drop bars versus flat bars riding position is concerned it is perfectly possible to build a drop bar IGH bike. I have two set up that way. One uses the Alfine hub and Jtek bar end shifter and the other has a SRAM P5 hub and a twist grip shifter mounted on the handlebar end using a Hubbub type adapter.
For the Nexus 8 and Alfine there is also now a combined drop bar brake lever and shifter available. A couple of makers are fitting it to drop bar Nexus/Alfine hub bikes.
And if you're lazy (don't want to build it yourself), you can buy a Civia Bryant that's curly bars, IGH, belt drive -
I'd still prefer a derailler setup for 20 miles each way though. But it does give you -actual- lower maintenance (no chain) and drop bars. Also costs $1680.
But would still prefer a derailler for 20 miles each way (hahaha - sorry to be repetitive).