I think you should also consider a custom build on a Surly Karate Monkey which can be set up as a drop bar bike and built up like you would like. Another choice for handlebars might be Jones H bars.
I think you should also consider a custom build on a Surly Karate Monkey which can be set up as a drop bar bike and built up like you would like. Another choice for handlebars might be Jones H bars.
Another possibility might be a Surly disc LHT. I just started riding with disc brakes and they do a great job.