Front suspension 8sp Sturmey Archer hub folding bike ( 8H )

Location

Location

On Huron Ave.
676 North Saint Clair Street
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Friday, August 7, 2009 - 6:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Other (describe in detail below)
Size: 
Small, Fold-able
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
This is a Downtube brand bike. They are only available for sale online. It is a fold-able bike that has hinges at the handlebar post and in the center of the frame. The bike is also distinguished by its small wheels and an internal gear hub in the back tire. It is a 7 speed and it has a safety light built into the back seat, it also has a bell on the handlebars.

Owner Information

Owner Name: 
Ken Ellingson
Contact Email: 
Email hidden by Chicago Stolen Bike Registry. Contact the CSBR staff to email the owner.
Contact Phone Number: 
630-234-5540

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Heavy Duty Bicycle Security Chain
What was the bike locked to?: 
Locked to bike rack.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through both wheels and frame to object.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Sidewalk in front of an open business.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
8 hours
Incident Description: 
My bike was folded and collapsed and locked to a bike rack at 8am. At 4pm the bike was no longer attached to the rack and I noticed significant damage to the area where the bike rack was attached to the sidewalk as well as loose bolts. It may have been possible to move the chain under the spot where the rack was grounded due to the loose bolts and broken foundation. I loves my bike, please find it, and may a swift and harsh justice be done to whoever stole it.