53cm 2003 Bianchi Pista

Location

Location

Outside the Blue Line stop at Milwaukee and Spaulding
Milwuakee Ave & Spaulding Ave
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Saturday, June 25, 2011 - 2:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
53cm
Color: 
Grey and black frame
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike had a few scratches and dings, but for the most part, was in good cosmetic condition. It is a 2003 grey and black Bianchi Pista. Pink Phil Wood hubs and pink Deep-V rims. Pink Nitto riser bars, pink Sugino Messenger crank set, Eggbeater pedals, pink Velo saddle. Glow in the dark Oury grips.

Owner Information

Owner Name: 
William Lesniak
Contact Email: 
Email hidden by Chicago Stolen Bike Registry. Contact the CSBR staff to email the owner.
Contact Phone Number: 
6307767070

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Object that bike was locked to was broken, removed, or otherwise compromised.
Lock Type: 
Other
What was the bike locked to?: 
Locked to street sign.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through rear wheel and frame to object.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Front of building in residential area.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
35 minutes
Incident Description: 
My bike was locked to a street sign post with a newer u-lock w/flat key. Someone came by in the 35 minutes that the bike was locked up outside, and removed the bolts from the sign post allowing them to take the bike. U-lock and all. Broad daylight.