Originally Posted by
spare_wheel
Isn't wanting an IGH and a "ride fast" commuter a bit of a contradiction. I could see a 2-3 speed hub being a "ride fast" commuter but IGHs have significant efficiency and weight penalties and are not designed for mashing.
Well we are limited by the OP's $1000 price point.
My Rohloff bikes easily cruise at 15-18 on the flats but the hub alone is well over $1000.
The BMC Alpenchallenge and the Spot Brand bikes with Alfine hubs will all likely outperform any sub-$1000 IGH bike given the same or comparable rider.