Self-proclaimed as ‘the best bike shop in Vienna,’ Reanimated is the brainchild of two cycling enthusiasts, Pete and Rich – one of whom used to race bikes professionally, and the other who professionally fixes them. The shop itself is an incredible monument to their mission of putting discarded and rundown, yet otherwise solid bikes, back on the streets. Rich says the raison d’Être of Reanimated Bikes is to stem the rising tide of popularity for cheap ‘supermarket bought’ bikes.
“You can tell just by looking at them that to replace their crap parts will cost you more than you paid for the bike!” The entire stock of more than 500 bikes is donated. Sources range from the city’s waste service, the MA48, to members of the public. Each bike is then fully restored and given a new lease on life. Their bikes come with a year-long guarantee, and if you buy a lock when you buy your bike, you will receive a free replacement in the event that your bike is stolen.
Their sexy ‘city bike’ range (starting at €600) sees a second-hand steel frame fitted with new features, like elevated handle bars, making them optimal for city riding. And talking from experience, these bikes ride just as good as any new bike. The bike storeroom a few houses further down is also a sight to behold.
They specialise in… the full restoration of old bikes, with an incredible attention to detail.
Need your bike repaired? Well, it’s just as well you left your bike with two of the most capable people in the business – full service will cost you 49€.
Best pimping item: We’d have to recommend their fully pimped and beautiful ‘city bike’ as a pimping item in itself!
