Originally Posted by
phogi
Nexus has a 7 speed hub, and I don't think I'd want an old 3 speed.
By the way, another benefit of the IGH bikes besides the shifting at a stop is the single speed type chainline. That 1x1 sprocket configuration essentially eliminates the likelihood of dropping a chain while riding.
I haven't kept up with Nexus 7 or 8 speed hub bikes in a while, but I can't think of any that are of the drop bar/touring variety. Most that I remember are urban/commuter/hybrid type bikes, not unlike that Loft 7i. Here's one that looks like a more classic styled version of that Loft, no first hand experience with Linus, though.
https://linusbike.com/products/roadster-7i
Not sure if you can buy a new Norco locally, but the
Indie 8IGH is the much changed successor to my
Norco.
One that was really interesting in a MTB/BMX mixed with an urban bike style was the Electra Super Moto 8i. But it seems like it had a short production run as it's not on Electra's website for 2020 anymore.