I've seen these and they look like great bikes for the money.
I'd imagine the OP could change out the rear cog for a larger one (or a smaller chainring) if a lower gear is needed for the steeps.

OP - Bikesdirect (BD) is a great resource for well equipped, decent quality bikes for really good prices.
For example, for the price of some of those IGH bikes I linked below, you could have this . It has eyelets for a rack and/or fenders, if desired. Pretty sweet ride for the money, and a well made ti frame, to boot. Just sayin'

Other than the Civia Bryant, there are not many drop-bar bikes with IGH's on the market. Just about any flat bar bike can be converted to drop bars (non-hydraulic brakes) pretty readily.