No good bikes should be consigned to the scrapheap, according to the mantra of joint owners Pete and Rich. Much better to buy a quality bike that has been rescued from the clutches of the crusher than to waste a couple of hundred on a sports shop bargain bike.
And that’s what we’re talking about here: breathing new life into old bikes. Bikes that have been rescued from cellars, bikes that have been left forlornly locked to poles, bikes that are donated by those who have no space for them any longer. They get stripped down, pimped up and eventually ridden off.
It is literally unbelievable how many bikes are given in for these guys to fix up. They work with some of the coolest 10 speeds around, from the 50s and 60s right up to modern bikes. And the best bit it: all this work with old bikes makes them the perfect duo to resuscitate your old steel steed and get it back on the road.
And even though its popularity is spreading thanks to that old-fashioned Viennese Mundpropaganda, in this humble author’s opinion we should all cycle more. And there’s nothing more satisfying than doing so on a classic bike that makes you feel like the bee’s knees.
Explore cities like a local with Spotted by Locals - discover hidden gems and all our locals’ favourites! Get full access to our Vienna guide.
"Zuckero" is a real gem in Vienna for everyone sticking to a vegan, sugar and gluten-free diet! Their cakes and ice cream are just stunning...
By
L'Orient in Vienna satisfies both my heart and my stomach. This Moroccan restaurant pays attention to detail, and the hummus is some of the best ever...
By
Türkenschanzpark is what many call the most beautiful park in the city. It has it all: small pathways, ponds, rolling hills, and rare botanical plants.
By
Wotruba Church is a wonderful, brutalist architectural miracle made of 152 concrete blocks, located just outside Vienna. Definitely worth the travel...
By
Flakturm in Vienna has a very interesting history. You can explore it from the outside climbing and enjoy the view, or go inside and visit Haus des Meeres
By
The building at Leopoldsgasse 39 in Vienna just might be the ugliest building in town. It's just painted in all colors. But such building are must-sees...
By
"Karma Ramen" in Vienna is a new Japanese ramen restaurant. It was a first for me: I actually came here to eat here three times in a single week...
By
"Urban-Loritz-Platz" houses one of Vienna's most authentic works of architecture. I like the 102 exterior stairs reminiscent of Casa Malaparte & the views!
By
"Blumenkraft" in Vienna is by far one of the fanciest and most aesthetic flower shops you'll find around town. Since I'm a big flower person, it's the best
By
"Cafe Nest" in Vienna actually reminds me of a bird's nest: it's small, self-made and super-cozy. Music quizzes, pizza, exhibitions... Super cheap, too.
By
159 Insider Tips from Locals
Authentic Stories
Escape the Crowds
Full Access to our Shopping Blog & App!
✓ 159 Hidden Gems only Locals know
✓ Full Access to the Shopping City Blog & App!