Dutch Bike

Wish I had a picture of the Surly to post, but you can re-create a simular feel as a dutch bike with a nice steel frame, coaster brake/hub gears (or now, the 3 speed fixed hub), upright handlebars, full mudguards and a classy rack.

this is what i did. I took my IRO Mark V, painted it flat black, and threw a BMX stem on it, 8 inch riser bars with mad sweep, and a freewheel. My knees almost hit my hands. Running an easy gear and platform pedals.

Got a sweet basket on the back of it, using this setup:

doesn't require rack mounts, AND sits pretty far back to allow room for my heels (it i run panniers)
http://www.axiomgear.com/products/gear/racks/rear-racks/streamliner-road/

bad ass detachable basket for groceries and such. take it right into the store, drop it into the cart and no bags are needed most of the time.
http://www.axiomgear.com/products/gear/baskets/rear-baskets/qr-urban-rear-grocery/

best bike i've owned for thoughtless riding. As an added bonus, the bike can go fast if i want it to... It's 700c tires and not klunky.