Originally Posted by
noglider
I think I will rebuild one of my bikes Dutch style this year, for errands.
Speaking from experience, taking a road or mountain bike and making it over in the "Dutch style" will produce an excellent utility bike, but lacking the geometry and extra 10" of wheelbase of a true Dutch/roadster bike, it won't have the unique magic carpet ride that makes them special.
The difference in speed between my Gazelle and my Ross Porteur is less than 5 minutes if I hit all the lights just right, if not there is no difference.