Recent Reports

Giant Transcend W

Location

My Apartment
4918 N Glenwood Ave Apt 3N
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, May 24, 2010 - 10:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
Women's Frame -
Color: 
Light Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
LOTS of stickers of planets, dinosaurs. One sticker says "Flirty, Dirty and Nerdy." There's a Mackinac Island yellow bike license on the frame. Also a compass on the handlebars and a silver basket on the back.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Combination Cable Lock
What was the bike locked to?: 
Locked to a wooden pole, railing, or fence.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Front of building in residential area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
More than one year, but I use it every day (It was locked at my apartment)
Incident Description: 
I locked my bike up at night as I always do on the bottom of my stairwell. When I woke up to ride it to work this morning, it was gone. It's unusual because the bike wasn't in a place where no one can see it. It was surrounded by apartment buildings. I assume someone must have cut the lock and took off with it late in the night.

Cannondale F400 blue denim mountainbike

Location

Borders in Old Town
North ave. and Halsted intersection
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Monday, May 17, 2010 - 2:10am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
N1015787
Size: 
19' Large frame
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Very good condition with some minor scratches. Bar ends. Lizard skin on chain stay. Specialized seat falling apart. Two noticeable scratches on top tube.

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 bike rack.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Sidewalk in front of an open business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
7a.m. to 4:30p.m.
Incident Description: 
I locked my bike up in front of Borders, got on the redline and went to work. When I came back my bike was gone. There were two other bikes on the bike rack next to mine. No new bike was locked up on the rack where my bike was locked which I thought was odd.

Specialized Mountain Bike

Location

55 E. Monroe Street
55 E. Monroe Street
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Monday, May 24, 2010 - 3:05am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
Small Size 15 Frame
Color: 
Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Hunter Green-small frame (size 15); Rear rack, mount for front bike basket, handlebar extensions, commuter pedals (half clip in, half strap)

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Combination Cable Lock
What was the bike locked to?: 
Locked to bike rack.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Sidewalk in front of an open business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Less than 4 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike locked in usual location outside of work. Locked bike at approximately 7: 15 a.m. Came to retrieve bike at 7:15 p.m. Another bike was locked where my bike had been, so I would guess it was stolen in the morning.

26" Man's Schwinn Ranger bike

Location

Chicago at Wells
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Thursday, May 20, 2010 - 11:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
26"
Color: 
all black with red front hydraulic fork
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
new bike

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Combination Cable Lock
What was the bike locked to?: 
Locked to street sign.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Sidewalk in front of an open business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
3 hrs
Incident Description: 
When I back to the street bike was stolen.

26" Men's Schwinn Ranger bike

Location

Bally Fitness Club
25 E. Washington
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Tuesday, May 4, 2010 - 9:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
26"
Color: 
all black with red front hydraulic fork
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
good condition

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Combination Cable Lock
What was the bike locked to?: 
Locked to bike rack.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Sidewalk in front of an open business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1.5 hr
Incident Description: 
I was in Bally club. When I left my bike was stolen.

Leader 721TR

Location

Subterreanean
2011 West North Avenue
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Friday, May 21, 2010 - 8:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
58cm
Color: 
White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
white Leader 721TR with and Obama sticker on the downtube and a Hot Water Music sticker on the headtube. orange Velocity Deep V Wheels with black spokes, gold nipples, and gold hubs. Orange Fizik Antares Saddle. Carbon Fiber Kestrel fork. Sugino Zen Messenger gold crankset. Black riser bars with orange Oury Grips and a Spike stem. Orange and black chain.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was cut, and left at the scene.
Lock Type: 
Newer U-Lock w/ Flat Key
What was the bike locked to?: 
Locked to street sign.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Sidewalk in front of a closed business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 hour
Incident Description: 
My bike was locked to a street sign with 2 other bikes. The ulock was cut and all 3 bikes were stolen. The theft occurred on a busy street in front of a bar on a Saturday night.

Magna 21 Speed Cliffhanger Mountain Bike

Location

Old Town Villiage
665 W Division
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Sunday, May 23, 2010 - 4:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
26 inch
Color: 
Teal
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Fairly good condition, new tires, Schwinn seat, light on front

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Cable w/ Padlock
What was the bike locked to?: 
Locked to a wooden pole, railing, or fence.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Porch or yard.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 hour
Incident Description: 
Was home for about an hour, bike was locked to porch with cable and master lock, went outside to have a smoke, bike was gone... two other bikes with u locks still on porch but moved

Redline Metro 9

Contact information hidden by Chicago Stolen Bike Registry. Contact the CSBR staff to contact the owner.

Location

Lillstreet Arts Center
Montrose & Ravenswood
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Saturday, May 22, 2010 - 3:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
56cm
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Almost new; commuter bike, black fenders, ergonomic grips

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 bike rack.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Sidewalk in front of a closed business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
4 hrs
Incident Description: 
Locked it, went into art center around 5 and worked until 9; when I came out bike was gone.

Black Motobecane Track 2010

Location

Bike was stolen across the street from Subterranean music venue.
2011 West North Avenue
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Saturday, May 22, 2010 - 7:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
58cm
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike is brand new. Frame is all black with no decals or stickers; Motobecane crest on front of headtube. Has black Truvativ straight bars with white Oury grips, white machined Deep V wheels. Origin 8 hubs, and a black selle italia seat.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was cut, and left at the scene.
Lock Type: 
Newer U-Lock w/ Flat Key
What was the bike locked to?: 
Locked to street sign.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Sidewalk in front of an open business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 hours
Incident Description: 
My bike was locked to a street sign with 2 other bikes. The ulock was cut and all 3 bikes were stolen. The theft occurred on a busy street in front of a bar on a Saturday night.

Felt F95 Team Bike

Location

1030 N Clark
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Sunday, May 23, 2010 - 4:31am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
HT0432850
Size: 
56 centimeter
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Very good condition. Black bike with white handlebars and white seat. The frame is primarily black with white/light/blue/orange accents. There is also an argyle pattern (blue and orange) on the bike frame. It says "Felt" and "Garmin" on numerous places on the bike frame

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Combination Cable Lock
What was the bike locked to?: 
Locked to bike rack.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Sidewalk in front of an open business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
one hour
Incident Description: 
The bike was locked to a bike rack in front of my gym. The lock was woven in between both tires, the frame and the rack. I found the velcro that ties the bike lock up at the "scene of the crime" - leading me to believe that the lock was cut through with some type of bolt cutter. I was in my gym for approximately one hour and the bike was stolen some time between 9am and 10am.

Garmin

Location

1030 N Clark
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Sunday, May 23, 2010 - 4:31am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
HT0432850
Size: 
56 centimeter
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Relatively new. Blue bike with orange argyle design.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Combination Cable Lock
What was the bike locked to?: 
Locked to bike rack.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Sidewalk in front of an open business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
one hour
Incident Description: 
My bike was locked in front of my gym at 1030 N. Clark, Chicago IL. I locked it a bike rack and when I returned in an hour the bike was gone. The velcro that ties up the lock was located on the ground where I left my bike - leading me to assume that someone cut through the lock with some type of bolt cutters. However, both the bike and lock were gone when I returned.

Cannondale Women's Hybrid

Location

Home. 1723 N Winchester Ave.
Winchester Avenue
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Saturday, May 22, 2010 - 10:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
Medium
Color: 
black and purple
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Cannondale women's hybrid. Black and purple frame. One year old. Very good condition other than a few minor scratches on the frame. One of the pedals has some peeling rubber on it.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Object that bike was locked to was broken, removed, or otherwise compromised.
Lock Type: 
Newer U-Lock w/ Flat Key
What was the bike locked to?: 
Other situation, please describe below.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Porch or yard.
How was the bike locked?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
12 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked to an iron fence within our yard. Some sort of bolt cutter was used to cut through the iron fence and remove the bike. Lock would have still been attached to bike.

Fuji Finest

Location

Uptown/Broadway & Ainslie
4800 N. Broadway
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Friday, May 21, 2010 - 4:44pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
61cm
Color: 
White/Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Purplish grip tape; rear rack. Locked with blue Limar helmet with a li'l smiley face sticker on the top.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Older U-Lock w/ Round Key
What was the bike locked to?: 
Locked to bike rack.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Sidewalk in front of a closed business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
5 hours
Incident Description: 
Locked it to a bike rack next to another locked bike. There is mild traffic in the area with valet parking attendants, smokers, and bar/theater/restaurant goers. I have parked my bike here many times without incident. When I left at 2am both bikes were gone without a trace of ever having been there. I do not know if the other owner's was stolen or just mine.

Trek Navigator 2.0

Location

Galter Life Center
5157 N. Francisco Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, May 22, 2010 - 7:20am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU013C0324B
Size: 
26"
Color: 
Black/Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Excellent Condition.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Combination Cable Lock
What was the bike locked to?: 
Locked to bike rack.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1.5 hours
Incident Description: 
Bicycle was locked to the main bike rack located between the facility and the outdoor parking lot.

Nagasawa

Location

Uptown, Chicago
941 W Carmen
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, May 20, 2010 - 11:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
53cm
Color: 
Powder Coated Baby Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Steel Baby Blue Track Frame Nitto Bullhorns front bontrager 20 spoke rim rear fixed/freewheel Green Weinmann Black Sugino Messenger Cranks

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Object that bike was locked to was broken, removed, or otherwise compromised.
Lock Type: 
Other U-Lock
What was the bike locked to?: 
Bike was locked only to itself.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Bike was in a locked apartment or residence.
How was the bike locked?: 
Bike was locked only to itself, through one or both wheels.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
3-4 hours
Incident Description: 
Went to visit a friend at her apartment, she said it would be safe to leave in storage room, i left it there for her to use the next morning, she gave us a call at about 6 am saying that it was missing.

Schwinn 3-speed Cruiser

Location

Fullerton Red/Brown Line CTA bike racks (north entrance)
Fullerton Pkwy.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, May 19, 2010 - 8:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Size: 
Women's mid-sized bike
Color: 
Lemon Yellow
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Old, 1960s slightly rusted Schwinn with silver front & back fenders. Front fender is only attached to wheel on the right side, and therefore slightly crooked. 2 spokes are missing on front(?) wheel. The reflector on the handlebars is loose. Brown leather saddle. 3-speed bike, 3rd gear slips every so often.

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.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Sidewalk in front of an open business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
5 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike must have been stolen from someone with either wire cutters or who was able to compromise the lock and open it. I left it at the CTA station on my way to work at 11am, came back at 5:15pm and it was gone without a trace. CTA employees knew nothing and do not have cameras on the premises.

2009 Fuji Cross Comp

Contact information hidden by Chicago Stolen Bike Registry. Contact the CSBR staff to contact the owner.

Location

213 W Institute Place Bike Rack
213 W Institute Place
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, May 20, 2010 - 1:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Other (describe in detail below)
Size: 
58
Color: 
Cyclocross bike (road bike with wider 700x32c tires)
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
My Fuji Cross Comp is black and silver with a red Fuji logo on the side. The bike is a little dirty but roadworthy. I mounted a Topeak rack and Wald shopping basket on the rear. I also had a Transit trunk bag that mounted to the rack (possible removed by thief). The swapped the original saddle for a Forte Classic and the original stem for a shorter Forte as well. These are probably the most defining features of the bike. I don't think another Fuji will have my stem and saddle.

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 bike rack.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Sidewalk in front of an open business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
9 hours
Incident Description: 
I locked the bike up in the morning. When I left the office at 6:15 to leave the bike was gone. In fact, there were no other bikes on the bike rack. Usually there are so perhaps there were more stolen.

Roadmaster

Locations

Ravenswood Metra
lawrence and ravenswood
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps
Taylor and Aberdeen
Aberdeen
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
women's.
Color: 
Silver with purple and blue.
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition, no big scratches or anything.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Not locked.
Lock Type: 
No Lock
What was the bike locked to?: 
Bike not locked.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Alley or side passageway.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Left for an hour.
Incident Description: 
I kept the bike under a porch in front of a friend's apartment thinking I'd only be at her place for an hour and when I came back the bike was gone.

Trek 7.2 FX Road Bike

Location

Apartment Building Gated Courtyard
2319 N. Kedzie
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, May 16, 2010 - 7:12pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU159C0686C
Size: 
22.5"
Color: 
"Mocha Duo Tone" (beige & tan)
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
2 years old, very good condition, some light wear on the frame. Just had a tune up!

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Object that bike was locked to was broken, removed, or otherwise compromised.
Lock Type: 
Newer U-Lock w/ Flat Key
What was the bike locked to?: 
Locked to a metal pole, pipe, or fence.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How was the bike locked?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2+ Days
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked to thin metal fence post inside gated courtyard. Fence post was cut or sawed, then bent to remove the locked bike. An attempt was also made to cut the post where another bike was locked. Not amused, I tell you.

Specialized Sequoia

Location

Union Station (Jackson Street between Canal and Clinton)
500 West Jackson Street
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, May 17, 2010 - 7:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
9055-3354
Size: 
unkown but approximately 54 cm
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Silver racing bike with arrow bars, gator tires, bento box and seat bag in good condition. Seat was slightly torn. It had a lock holder on it.

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 bike rack.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Sidewalk in front of an open business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 hour
Incident Description: 
My bike was locked to a bike rack outside Union Station on Jackson between Canal and Clinton at noon. I went in Union Station for a meeting. When I came back at 1 pm, the bike and lock were gone.