Dutch cycling culture is pragmatic rather than macho. Of course many people can go faster, but you don't want to arrive sweaty at work. Commuters don't usually

Dutch cycling culture is pragmatic rather than macho. Of course many people can go faster, but you don't want to arrive sweaty at work. Commuters don't usually use racing bikes either, but bikes optimised for comfort and carrying capacity. Biking for sport is a thing, but very much separate from daily cycling. It's the same difference as walking to get somewhere and running for sport.