I can't find a bike in my size with an Alfine hub. My old single speed is worn out and is falling apart. I’m a solid 6’3” with about a 36” bike inseam (as defined by http://www.coloradocyclist.com/bikefit).

I want an Alfine hub (my wife has one on a Giant Transend EX and I love it). I also need the ability to attach a child carrier hitch – specifically we have a Chariot.

The only bike I can find in my size AND can accept the aforementioned hitch is the Giant Seek 1. The guy who sold us the Transend EX said that he would love to sell me the men’s version, but truly believed it would be too small. Both Trek and Swobo responded that their sliding rear drop-outs would not work with the hitch. The other manufacturers (Felt, Brodie, Specialized, etc.) seem too small.

My question is, are there any other bikes that would fit me with an Alfine hub? I don’t want to “pound a square peg into a round hole” by raising the seat way up and adjusting the stem too high. I prefer a more upright and relaxed ride.

Alternatively, I am flirting with the idea of building a bike, but have no clue about cost – the only part I have is Brooks saddle B-66 or something like that. My LBS guy said he would help build it if I wanted. I don’t want to spend much more than $1,000 and don’t think I can build a bike comparable component wise to the Seek 1 without greatly exceeding my budget.

Am I missing something?

Why the IGH? For me, all of my needs are within 5 miles – work, groceries, parks and recreation, downtown, markets, etc. Shifting from a standstill with a Chariot and a load of groceries is awesome. Stopping power of disc brakes with that kind of load is awesome too. Any help is appreciated.