I don't believe that drops are ideal for a commute either. If I bought a bike that was a dedicated commuter (and I'm seriously thinking about it) I'd probably have something different than drop bars. I've been seriously looking at the Surley Ogre and I think the Jones Loop bar on it would be ideal for commuting.

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Currently my commuter is a touring bike. It commutes well. For long distance touring, I think I still prefer the drop bar. Since it's a serious touring bike, I'm sure that's why it came with a drop bar. But yes, a commuter with an upright position and disc brakes... that's what I envy.