Welcome to the Stolen Bike Registry

Here's how it works...

1. Your bike gets stolen. Oh no!

2. You file a theft report, and let us know about your stolen bike.

3. We receive your report. After reviewing it, we will post it on the main page. We mainly review reports to weed out spam and make minor editorial corrections to formatting.

4. Your theft report, including your bike's photo, last known location, and date of theft, are posted on our site. Your report also goes into our automatically compiled statistics and is shown on our report map. And, if you're lucky, someone might see your bike and contact you directly and return your bike.

The old Stolen Bike Registry is still available. We're moving old listings into the new system as we get time to do it.

Important: See Mr Bike's tips on IDing your bike before it gets stolen!

Stolen from...
Galter Pavilion, chained to bike rack to right of entrance
675 St Clair
Chicago IL
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Theft Report...

Schwinn classic

Thursday, July 2nd, 2009 10:33 am
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features:
used, yellow chain, single speed, black carbon seat, front brake only,
Bicycle Type: Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Color: grey/yellow
Size: large, i'm 6'2"
Owner Name: damien ellens
Contact Email: damien.j.ellens at ygmail.com
Contact Phone Number: 203 824 3564
Lock Type: Cable w/ Integrated Key Lock
What was the bike locked to?: Locked to bike rack.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 11 hours
How was the bike locked?: Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How was the lock defeated?: Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: Sidewalk in front of an open business.
Incident Description:
i am a resident physician at northwestern, i lock my bike to the same bike rack every morning in front of the galter entrance at 5:45 am, every day, today i get out of work, at 5:30 pm, bike is gone, no lock, no sign of a struggle, its my only means of transport, who steals a bike from a hospital??!!
Stolen from...
Oak Street Beach / Surrounding area
Michigan ave
Chicago IL
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Schwinn High Plaines 26" 1992

Sunday, June 28th, 2009 8:48 pm
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features:
There is a front fender fixed to the bike and no back fender. The back tire is brand new (slightly larger than the front tire) and has one of those special air pump tubes while the front tire is a traditional regular air thing. The right handle bar has a brand new grip shift as well as the left side. The bike has been reworked manytimes due it being so old. Thanks
Bicycle Type: Mountain Bike
Color: Black and really beat up
Police Report No.: HR402813
Size: 26" with a high seat that will not go down due to rust
Owner Name: Kevin D-man
Contact Email: lrg.one47 at gmail.com
Contact Phone Number: 708 771-6761
Lock Type: Newer U-Lock w/ Flat Key
What was the bike locked to?: Bike was locked only to itself.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 3 hours
How was the bike locked?: Bike was locked only to itself, through one or both wheels.
How was the lock defeated?: Other situation, please describe below.
Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: Sidewalk in front of a closed business.
Incident Description:
the bike in the picture is what my bike looks like. that is not my bike however. My seat is raised to fit a 6'5" individual. And it had a soft seat cover plus a brand new grip shift on the right handlebar.
Stolen from...
Between Millennium Park and Art Institute
Monroe St. opposite the new modern wing of the Art Institute.
Chicago IL
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Theft Report...

Lemond Alpe D'Huez, 1998

Tuesday, June 30th, 2009 4:00 pm
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features:
Very good condition, Forte Titan front and rear wheels, Shimano 105 drive train, Mountainsmith wedge pack on seatpost
Bicycle Type: Road Bike
Color: Dark Metallic Green
Size: 55 or 57cm
Owner Name: Sashil Kapur
Contact Email: sashil at gmail.com
Contact Phone Number: 3144948681
Lock Type: Other
What was the bike locked to?: Locked to bike rack.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: Approximately four hours
How was the bike locked?: Other situation, please describe below.
How was the lock defeated?: Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: Other situation, please describe below.
Incident Description:
The bike was parked with the front wheel removed and cable locked (with combo) to rear wheel, locked to a bike rack on Monroe St. in between Millennium Park and the Art Institute. Went to the Taste for a few hours, came back and bike was gone. Buddy's bike was still present.
Stolen from...
Southport/wrigleyville
Southport and Irving Park Rd.
Chicago IL
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GMC Kent Denali Road Bike

Monday, June 29th, 2009 1:00 am
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features:
Almost brand new, about a year old. Some rusting on the gears and a few scratches on the frame but still looks new.
Bicycle Type: Road Bike
Color: Blue
Size: 26"
Owner Name: Tom
Contact Email: tmdever at ilstu.edu
Contact Phone Number: (847) 217-8888
Lock Type: Cable w/ Integrated Key Lock
What was the bike locked to?: Locked to a metal pole, pipe, or fence.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 3 days or so
How was the bike locked?: Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How was the lock defeated?: Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: Porch or yard.
Incident Description:
The bike had been locked up outside my residence for a couple of days. I noticed it missing along with the cable that was binding it when I returned from work but the theft could have occured overnight.
Stolen from...
Northwestern University
300 E. Chicago Ave.
Chicago IL
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Theft Report...

Trek 1200

Wednesday, June 24th, 2009 1:00 pm
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features:
Decent condition. small dent in frame and some scrapes on the frame. Other distinguishing features include spotted red handlebar tape, pedals with spd/foot option, as well as an attached front and rear lights. Also a small bag under the seat.
Bicycle Type: Road Bike
Color: Red/Black/Silver
Size: 52 inches.
Owner Name: Luke H.
Contact Email: lukeherro at gmail.com
Contact Phone Number: 920 5402418
Lock Type: Newer U-Lock w/ Flat Key
What was the bike locked to?: Locked to bike rack.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: Up to 9 hours.
How was the bike locked?: Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How was the lock defeated?: Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: Other situation, please describe below.
Incident Description:
I left my bike locked at the bike rack and took a bus to the Evanston campus. The bike was parked their all day and could have been stolen at any time during the day. I believe the most likely scenario is that the lock was defeated.
Stolen from...
Lincoln Park
1940 N. Sheffield
Chicago IL
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Theft Report...

GT Backwoods 1999 Silver Bike

Monday, June 29th, 2009 5:41 pm
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features:
It was in good condition- a Silver GT- Backwoods- with a mini-speedometer on the handle bars. It had the horns on the bike that were black. I had recently had the neck stolen so It had a new Bontrager neck- The bike has black handle bars- shox in the front. It once had a water bottle holder, but that was stolen in the city as well so now it has just the screws where their once was a water bottle holder. The GT stickers are pretty chipped as I have taken this bike on some pretty significant off road trails. So the bike is pretty dirty. Distinctive feature would be that the front tire is a Mountain off road tire, while the back has a hybrid/Road tire. The bike needed a tune up so the geers kind of click so you can hear the bike riding from bout 15 feet away. Also one pedal is beat up so it is only rideable on the one side of the pedal. I love this bike and have had it for years! it was locked up on the side of my apartment and someone hopped my gate and snagged it somehow, not sure how but it happened. Anything anyone can help with would be much appreciated. I can be reached at 630.532.7941 or email at aeknier@gmail.com - Thanks!
Bicycle Type: Mountain Bike
Color: Stilver
Size: 24"
Owner Name: Anthony Knierim
Contact Email: aeknier at gmail.com
Contact Phone Number: 6305327941
Lock Type: Newer U-Lock w/ Flat Key
What was the bike locked to?: Locked to a metal pole, pipe, or fence.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: Not even a full 24 hours....
How was the bike locked?: Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How was the lock defeated?: Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: Alley or side passageway.
Incident Description:
I had the bike locked up on the side passage way of my apt. and it was stolen. It happened within a few hours of me last riding it. I had it locked up on the side of the building when I got back from the gym late on a Sat. Evening- woke up Sunday to go to North Ave. beach and it was gone. The side gate of my apt. is 16 ft. high and locked at all times, and I had it locked to a wiring harness on the side of the house. So someone had to hop this gate saw off the wireing tube and take the bike, but oddly you cant really see thru the gate as it's a wooden gate with only tiny holes to see through- so the thief must have seen the bike before or seen me put it behind the gate. I would really appreciate it if anyone see's it that I get it back. It's my only transportation around the city and I really depend on my bike. Not to mention the sentimental value of all of the off roading trips and fun I have had - blood and sweat that I have put into riding this bike- Tons of miles! I would love to get it back!!! Thanks!
Stolen from...
3027 W Logan Blvd.
Chicago IL
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1999 Diamondback 24 speed Mountain Bike

Sunday, June 28th, 2009 3:31 am
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features:
Seat had a minor tear some scuffs on frame. Acera Shimano components with rapid-fire release shifter. Bike needed tune-up. Was having trouble shifting to the highest gear.
Bicycle Type: Mountain Bike
Color: Red and White
Size: 26-27"
Owner Name: Sandi
Contact Email: picking83wildflowers at yahoo.com
Lock Type: Cable w/ Integrated Key Lock
What was the bike locked to?: Locked to a metal pole, pipe, or fence.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: Overnight
How was the bike locked?: Locked through both wheels and frame to object.
How was the lock defeated?: Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: Front of building in residential area.
Incident Description:
The bike was left locked to the metal fence in front of apartment building overnight. The bike was last seen at around 11 pm on June 27 and was noticed missing (along with lock) at about noon on June 28th.
Stolen from...
The Belmont House
Belmont
Chicago IL
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Huffy Sea Pines Women's Cruiser

Monday, June 29th, 2009 10:00 am
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features:
A black wire basket on the front and a silver fold out basket on the right side. It has a nice left side mirror. It is orange/rust colored and has a huffy sticker on it. It's a little bit jankey but I love the bike.
Bicycle Type: Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Color: Rust
Owner Name: Cait Stephens
Contact Email: jeypeg at yahoo.com
Contact Phone Number: 503-332-6124
Lock Type: Newer U-Lock w/ Flat Key
What was the bike locked to?: Locked to street sign.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: Overnight
How was the bike locked?: Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How was the lock defeated?: Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: Front of building in residential area.
Incident Description:
The bike was locked with a kryptonite lock and I have no idea how they got it off the street pole with the lock. I came out from a friends house where I had stayed the night and it was just gone. I think it was a pretty bike and someone wanted it real bad.
Stolen from...
1107 W Berwyn Pause Cafe
Berwyn
Chicago IL
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Mericer early 70's

Saturday, June 27th, 2009 10:19 pm
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features:
Uhm, Well Nitto Handle Bars and Stem, Origin 8 Cranks.
Bicycle Type: Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Color: Sky Blue
Police Report No.: hr 399067
Size: 50-52
Owner Name: AUDRIE WALTY
Contact Email: SHRIMPFORK at GMAIL.COM
Contact Phone Number: 316-727-9769
Lock Type: Newer U-Lock w/ Flat Key
What was the bike locked to?: Locked to bike rack.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: A FEW HOURS
How was the bike locked?: Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How was the lock defeated?: Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: Sidewalk in front of an open business.
Incident Description:
it was stolen..
Stolen from...
Freemont and Grace
Chicago IL
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Giant OCR3

Sunday, June 28th, 2009 2:00 pm
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features:
Stock Giant OCR3, newer condition, red
Bicycle Type: Road Bike
Color: Red
Owner Name: Jon
Contact Email: jackmxyz at gmail.com
Contact Phone Number: 773-710-0009
Lock Type: Newer U-Lock w/ Flat Key
What was the bike locked to?: Locked to a metal pole, pipe, or fence.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 3 Hours Max
How was the bike locked?: Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How was the lock defeated?: Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: Front of building in residential area.
Incident Description:
No idea, Locked up to solid iron fence. Visiting nearby friend, went to ride home and found i had to walk. reward for the bike and the person that took it
Stolen from...
Chicago IL
2705 N Mildred
Chicago IL
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Theft Report...

Trek 1000

Sunday, June 28th, 2009 11:15 am
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features:
Blue trek, back pocket, speedometer
Bicycle Type: Road Bike
Color: Blue
Size: 47"
Owner Name: Kristin Clark
Contact Email: kristinsclark at gmail.com
Contact Phone Number: 248 709 1889
Lock Type: Cable w/ Integrated Key Lock
What was the bike locked to?: Locked to street sign.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: Less than 24 hours
How was the bike locked?: Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How was the lock defeated?: Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: Front of building in residential area.
Incident Description:
My bike was stolen from outside my apt
Stolen from...
Northwestern Law School, 357 E Chicago Avenue
357 E Chicago Avenue
Chicago IL
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Theft Report...

Diamondback Insight

Friday, June 26th, 2009 3:00 pm
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features:
Bike is almost like new; just a few scratches. Crappy metal water bottle holder, no kickstand.
Bicycle Type: Hybrid Bike
Color: Yellow
Size: Women's
Owner Name: Anita Lee-Bjerke
Contact Email: anita at abfn.org
Contact Phone Number: 312-988-6596
Lock Type: Combination Cable Lock
What was the bike locked to?: Locked to bike rack.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 7 hours
How was the bike locked?: Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How was the lock defeated?: Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: Sidewalk in front of an open business.
Incident Description:
My cable lock is missing too, but I'm assuming it was cut and then stolen along with my bike. I guess it doesn't matter how busy the sidewalk is or how nice the neighborhood.
Stolen from...
in front of Skylark
2190 s halsted st chicago
Chicago IL
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Theft Report...

schwin continental circa 1980

Tuesday, June 23rd, 2009 2:39 am
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features:
fair condition; new white hand grips. the rear brake is scraped up and bent from an accident last summer. has a working bikes sticker above the crank
Bicycle Type: Road Bike
Color: dark blue
Size: im 5'11"
Owner Name: Bryan Rautenberg
Contact Email: bryanrautenberg at yahoo.com
Contact Phone Number: 3124288577
Lock Type: Other
What was the bike locked to?: Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: two days
How was the bike locked?: Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How was the lock defeated?: Other situation, please describe below.
Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: Sidewalk in front of a closed business.
Incident Description:
Bike was locked with a heavy duty chain and lock to a light pole. someone cut a link of the chain, left it at the scene.
Stolen from...
Corner of 58th and Kenwood
5749 South Kenwood
Chicago IL
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Heavy Tools Mountain Bike

Thursday, June 25th, 2009 4:45 pm
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features:
Royal Blue Bike Frame with "Heavy Tools" written in yellow across diagonal bar. Has a "Heidelbike" sticker on vertical bar.
Bicycle Type: Mountain Bike
Color: Blue
Police Report No.: V1094
Owner Name: MSB
Contact Email: balogms at hotmail.com
Contact Phone Number: 8329282989
Lock Type: Cable w/ Integrated Key Lock
What was the bike locked to?: Locked to street sign.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 20 minutes
How was the bike locked?: Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How was the lock defeated?: Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: Front of building in residential area.
Incident Description:
The lock was either cut or the whole bike and lock were lifted above the sign.
Stolen from...
Wilmington Police Department
120 N Main st
Chicago IL
Theft Report...

Trek 820

Wednesday, April 29th, 2009 1:06 pm
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features:
Trek 820, brand new, less than 6 months old. Powder blue with black handle bars and white lettering. Black front rim, mismatched silver back rim, slightly warped. Blue zip tie on the front right fork. Possibly a white water bottle holder on the left side of handle bars and a tachometer on the right side. Stolen along with my girlfriend's bike.
Bicycle Type: Mountain Bike
Color: blue
Police Report No.: Will County Sheriff 09-5795
Size: 21" tall
Owner Name: Mike
Lock Type: Other
What was the bike locked to?: Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: Winter Storage but removed a few times to ride when the weather was nice
How was the bike locked?: Other situation, please describe below.
How was the lock defeated?: Other situation, please describe below.
Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: Storage room.
Incident Description:
We had 2 bike stolen from our storage unit in a 3 week period before 29 April 2009. The losers cut BOTH of our locks away from our unit and took the bikes along with some other items with out leaving a trace. The other bike is a Schwinn men's mountain bike my girlfriend was using, black, gray and silver.
Stolen from...
Leavitt and Irving Park
4114 N. Leavitt St. 1F
Chicago IL
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Theft Report...

Panasonic Sport

Wednesday, June 24th, 2009 3:15 am
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features:
Good condition mechanically. Some rust around brake lines. Panasonic label wearing off. Racing handlebars with new black tape. Has black rack on back.
Bicycle Type: Road Bike
Color: Black
Police Report No.: HR392704
Size: around 20" wheels
Owner Name: Jonathan Buell
Contact Email: jonathanbuell at mac.com
Contact Phone Number: 314-807-7747
Lock Type: Cable w/ Integrated Key Lock
What was the bike locked to?: Locked to a wooden pole, railing, or fence.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: around a week
How was the bike locked?: Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How was the lock defeated?: Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: Front of building in residential area.
Incident Description:
I think somebody must have cut my lock or unscrewed a wooden support post and slid it off. The post wasn't unscrewed when I found the bike missing so if that was the case they screwed it back together.
Stolen from...
My Home
Addison and Sheffield
Chicago IL
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Trek 7000fx

Tuesday, June 23rd, 2009 3:06 pm
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features:
3 years old, great condition
Bicycle Type: Hybrid Bike
Color: Grey
Size: Men's Medium Size
Owner Name: Trent Pancy
Contact Email: trentpancy at gmail.com
Contact Phone Number: 773.574.2781
Lock Type: Older U-Lock w/ Round Key
What was the bike locked to?: Locked to a wooden pole, railing, or fence.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 2 days
How was the bike locked?: Locked through both wheels and frame to object.
How was the lock defeated?: Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: Porch or yard.
Incident Description:
Don't know much about it, just noticed that it was missing today... Any help is appreciated!
Stolen from...
Lakeshore Athletic Club
211 N Stetson Ave
Chicago IL
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Gary Fisher Kaitai

Tuesday, June 23rd, 2009 7:00 pm
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features:
Very good condition, very few scratches
Bicycle Type: Hybrid Bike
Color: Black
Police Report No.: HR391435
Size: 19 inch
Owner Name: James Hoard
Contact Email: james.hoard at gmail.com
Contact Phone Number: 773-865-0540
Lock Type: Cable w/ Integrated Key Lock
What was the bike locked to?: Locked to bike rack.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 8 hours
How was the bike locked?: Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How was the lock defeated?: Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: Sidewalk in front of an open business.
Incident Description:
Rode bike to work and locked it up right in front of Lakeshore Athletic Club near the AON building. I actually came back down and hour later to retrieve sunglasses that I forgot on the seat, bike was fine. I left work around 6pm to find my bike gone along with the cable lock. I spoke to the valet and asked if bikes were stolen from there often and he said usually one or two a day in the summer months. Sad considering its a busy area and the bike racks are right in from of the b-ball courts.
Stolen from...
2000 W. Wabansia Ave.
Chicago IL
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Giant, Rincon, Womens

Tuesday, June 23rd, 2009 3:00 am
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features:
Bike was a Rincon Giant type, All blue paint, Black Seat and Handlebars, Race Sticker on Frame (01147), road tires (no tread).
Bicycle Type: Mountain Bike
Color: Blue
Owner Name: Matt
Contact Email: mschlagheck at gmail.com
Lock Type: No Lock
What was the bike locked to?: Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: NA
How was the bike locked?: Other situation, please describe below.
How was the lock defeated?: Not locked.
Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: Storage room.
Incident Description:
Bike was in storage room below apartment. There one day, gone the next. Not locked.