I forgot to mention before that I did find a Kalkhoff Limited with an 11 speed Alfine and everything else I want in a bike. I can stand with my feet on the ground but I have zero clearance. It is basically like sitting on the top tube. I'm not sure how prudent it is to get a bike this tall. When riding, it is great though. I'm also nervous about the 11 speed Alfine. I've read about a lot of problems. It seems that the 8 speed is extremely reliable but the 11 speed has some problems. The bike has been in the shop for 2+ years, and the guy is asking ~$975. A good deal, but if I get to the US and the IGH turns out to be bad, then it isn't such a good deal.