Location
Catalpa Gardens Parking Garage
1122 W. Catalpa Ave.
Chicago
, IL
United States
See map: Google Maps
Date of Theft
Saturday, May 14, 2011 - 12:05pm
Basic Bike Info
Bicycle Type:
Other (describe in detail below)
Size:
XL frame
Color:
MATTE BLACK
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features:
BIke was in excellent condition, matte black in color, 24-speed, mountain bike frame with skinny high pressure road tires. at the crankshaft, unless it's been removed, there is a sticker for "Plano Cycling & Fitness" from Plano, Texas. There are 2 water bottle cages, both black on the frame and a mount for a wireless speedometer on the handlebars. The left hand grip has the bar plug missing from it.
Owner Information
Owner Name:
James West
Contact Email:
Email hidden by Chicago Stolen Bike Registry. Contact the CSBR staff to email the owner.
Contact Phone Number:
(214) 566-6289
Lock Information
How was the lock defeated?:
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type:
Cable w/ Integrated Key Lock
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?:
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How long was the bike locked in this location?:
2-3 days
Incident Description:
according to the condo board president, several bikes and two cars were taken from the access-restricted parking garage at the condo building.
my bike was literally in a very visible location, right by an elevator door and i figured that would help protect it, being in plain sight. apparently not.