Location
west of the south loop in chicago
east balbo avenue and south columbus drive
Chicago
, IL
United States
See map: Google Maps
Date of Theft
Monday, April 26, 2010 - 7:00am
Basic Bike Info
Bicycle Type:
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Serial No.:
?
Size:
20' frame.
Color:
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features:
bracket for light on left hand side of swooped flat handlebars. Planet Bike black fenders on front and back. Large platform petals without clips. Single gear with two hand brakes. Chain guard over front crank. One single silver spoke on back wheel, manually replaced by my from the usual black.
Owner Information
Owner Name:
Nate Baumgart
Contact Email:
Email hidden by Chicago Stolen Bike Registry. Contact the CSBR staff to email the owner.
Contact Phone Number:
773-226-0152
Lock Information
How was the lock defeated?:
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type:
Newer U-Lock w/ Flat Key
What was the bike locked to?:
Locked to street sign.
How was the bike locked?:
Locked through both wheels and frame to object.
Incident Description
Which type of area was your bike stolen from?:
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?:
8 hours
Incident Description:
Bike was locked with small kryptonite u bolt and kryptonite security cable through both wheels. Gyro helmet was also on cable. Locked to no parking sign next to bus stop sign just west of northwest corner of Balbo and Columbus. Bike was taken during regular business day Monday between 8a and 5p.
No lock debris or pieces were found. This makes me unable to use my Kryptonite warranty! ARGH!