Recent Reports

Cannondale F 400

Location

2212 W North Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, May 15, 2011 - 5:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
1FMN2GLG
Size: 
L - 26" wheels
Color: 
Dark Gray
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Mountain bike with road tires. Dark metallic gray with white lettering.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was cut, and left at the scene.
Lock Type: 
Cable w/ Integrated Key Lock
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?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
9 months
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked to 4th floor stairwell railing inside our locked apartment complex. Cut cable and took my 10 year old bike, but left my wife's brand new bike. Walked past other bikes on lower floors. Left cut lock/cable at scene.

Trek 7.5

Location

Home
2939 N Damen Ave #3
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Sunday, May 15, 2011 - 5:43am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU267C1703D
Size: 
19
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
black with standard gold writing, Rack, fenders,locking skewers,lock, odometer and computer, toe clips, light bracket, kryptonite lock

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Other
What was the bike locked to?: 
Other situation, please describe below.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
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?: 
24 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked up in garage.

2010 Fuji Absolute 3.0

Location

Lakeview- Briar/Broadway in front of my apartment
552 W. Briar Place
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, May 12, 2011 - 8:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
SICFJ9K08664
Size: 
women's, small (I'm 5'2")
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
brand new, excellent condition. Cherry red with silver writing. Brand new Specialized seat (black). Anti-theft skewers on it. Kryptonite U-lock was locked to frame.

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.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Sidewalk in front of an open business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
from 3pm Thursday until sometime before 5:00am on Fri morning when I noticed it was gone
Incident Description: 
locked bike to a street sign pole on a busy street in front of an outdoor cafe seating area with a newer U-lock with a flat key. Must have been stolen overnight- the pole was unscrewed and dismantled from its base, bike removed (with lock on it), and the pole was replaced (screw bolt was laying on the ground). Happened right on Briar Place, in front of New Tokyo sushi restaurant.

Trek T1

Location

222 W. Hubbard
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, May 12, 2011 - 3:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Apple sticker above the crack shaft housing. Black tapped drop handle bars. Has two silver brake levers but only the left (front) brake is hooked up.

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.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Sidewalk in front of an open business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
8 hours
Incident Description: 
The bike was locked to a street sign for the entire day. I saw it at 8 then when I came back out at 9 it was gone.

2011 Globe Roll 1

Location

Jewel Osco
N Southport Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Friday, May 13, 2011 - 4:58pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Serial No.: 
wsbc607007694f
Size: 
Medium
Color: 
Teal/Turquoise with White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
BRAND NEW. (stolen two days after purchase) Bright turquoise (teal according to manufacturer) with white handlebars and wheels; grey tires; toe clips. Single speed with flip flop hub for fixed.

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?: 
Less than 10 minutes.
Incident Description: 
I locked my bike to the bike rack in front of the N Southport Jewel Osco. I was in the store less than 10 minutes and when I went back outside, the bike was gone. I walked around the area and asked anyone who may have seen the incident or the person on my bike. I think someone saw me locking my bike up and walked up as soon as I left and broke the lock. They would have had to have been there or nearby when I walked into the store because I was in and out so quickly. I got a lot of compliments in the TWO DAYS (yes, two days) I had the bike. It was/is bright and noticeable. It was very difficult to find and I think someone else felt that they needed it more than I do.

Marin Muirwoods 29'er 2010 Model

Location

Apartment building/residence, side walkway of building
1451 West Balmoral Avenue
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, May 11, 2011 - 11:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
CA10626LSD113
Size: 
Size 19 (medium)
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike is fairly new, about a year old - kept clean, tires are still look very new. Some of attachments (reflectors) have some slight rusting on the bolts. Handlebar reflector is off-center. Pretty much indistinguishable and stock. Has a REI sticker on the tubing.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Other U-Lock
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?: 
Alley or side passageway.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through rear wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
one week
Incident Description: 
First bicycle I have ever owned :( Finally brought my bike out after a month of terrible weather. Typically all the bikes in the complex are locked against a chain-link fence. Mine was locked with a Newer U-lock with a flat key around a pole, in the middle of the fence on a post. Fence runs along the side of the apartment complex. Always parked/locked my bike in the same exact post along the fence. I believe the bike was stolen somewhere between 2:30am-9am as my roommate (who works a night shift) came back around 2am and confirmed seeing my bike still locked to the fence. Thieves basically leveraged the cap on the T-joint of the post, popped it off, cut the links that the U-lock went through, and pulled the bicycle over the post. Discovered the bicycle missing when I was leaving for work at around 9:30am, filed a report thereafter. No pictures unfortunately, but a very brand-new stock Marin Muirwoods 29er.

2005 Trek 7200FX

Location

in front of Kozy's Cycle Shop
219 W. Erie
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Wednesday, May 11, 2011 - 7:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
TBI0407 C55DR836
Color: 
gray
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bicycle is in good condition, with a black rear rack, SPD touring pedals, and handle bar extenders. The water bottle mount is bright red. There are mounts on it for a bike computer and 3 lights.

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 both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 hours
Incident Description: 
I went into work at 11am and was planning to bring my bike into the shop, but I got tied up and couldn't go out to get it until around 2p. When I went out to the street, my bike was gone.

Next power climber

Location

Food and liquers
north major
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, May 11, 2011 - 6:50pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
medium bulid
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
It has a fany pack. It includes a underpull body style.

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 metal pole, pipe, or fence.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Sidewalk in front of an open business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
5 hours and 31 minutes
Incident Description: 
It may be painted a different color. May not have fany pack.

2001 Fuji Finest

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

Location

Century Shopping Center
2828 North Clark Street
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, May 10, 2011 - 10:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
61cm
Color: 
Black/Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The left shift lever was broken so the front derailleur was not working. Other than that it was recently tuned up and in good riding condition.

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 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?: 
1 - 2 hours
Incident Description: 
I am pretty sure they saw a decent bike, such as mine and they stole it. I think that it was likely stolen because I had lost my u-lock and was using a cable w/ a padlock, which I am told isn't as good as a u-lock. I am kind of surprised because it was stolen on a busy street with lots of people walking around, but apparently that made no difference to the thief.

Cannondale CAD1

Location

Leo Burnett Building
35 W Wacker Dr
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Wednesday, May 11, 2011 - 2:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
1426DN16
Size: 
17"
Color: 
black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Refurbished. New tires. Bike lock bracket.

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 both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
3 hours
Incident Description: 
bike was stolen b/w 645am and 1015am.

56cm Blue Pake Fixed Gear Track Bike

Location

Home
Iowa and Hoyne
Chicago , IL
United States
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Contact information hidden by Chicago Stolen Bike Registry. Contact the CSBR staff to contact the owner.

Date of Theft

Tuesday, May 10, 2011 - 6:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
56cm
Color: 
blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
A 56cm Pake painted blue. Blue Mowa chainring bolts, water cage bolts & headset screw screw. Tompson 90mm stem 31.8 clamp to black origin8 bars with black cloth wrap.Chris King black nothreadset. Carbon unmarked fork. Black Velocity B43 rims laced to phil wood hubs. Radial Front, 3x rear. Euro-asia 18t cog. Blk Sugino RD2 cranks,48t chainring. Concor Saddle Black, with a slight pealing in front. Tompson black Extra long (410mm) seatpost. Rims have a black campagnolo sticker on front (black on black) hard to tell unless hit the light in the right angle. Black campagnolo pista pedals - spray painted black double toe strap cages - with black O8 double straps.

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?: 
Front of building in residential area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
8 min
Incident Description: 
Got off my bike, ran in the house to drop my lock off, talked to my sister - went back out to grab it, and it was gone.

Masi Souville 3-speed

Location

apartment
2300 N spaulding
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, May 9, 2011 - 7:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
C80910011
Size: 
20"
Color: 
White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
It is only about 7 months old, but was ridden through the whole winter, so overall it's in fairly decent shape other than some rust and dings here and there. It has a ding in the downtube where the basket often hit and mismatched fenders. It also has upgrade cycle stickers and a cog sticker on it, and the cap to the grip shift was missing.

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 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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Overnight, about 10 hours
Incident Description: 
I U-locked my bike to a porch railing inside a fenced yard and left it overnight. When I came downstairs around 9:00am, the railing had been cut and the fence left wide open, but there was no other evidence of the theft.

Ventana El Terremoto 6.0

Location

My Friend's Garage
2854 W Armitage
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, May 9, 2011 - 2:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
Large
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Ventana El Terremoto, Fox Float 36r Suspension fork, Fox Float RP23 rear shock, Shimano SLX Cranks, e13 chainguide, Silver CrankBrothers Iodine Bars, White grips with red clams engraved "Get Some", Red Hope Pro2 hubs on Stan's ZTR Arch Rims, Kenda Nevegal Front Tire, Michelin Wild Grip'r rear tire, White SDG Formula FXR saddle, Avid Elixir CR brakes, Shimano XT shifters, Black Thomson Seatpost and stem. Photo is 85% accurate

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
Lock Type: 
No Lock
What was the bike locked to?: 
Bike not locked.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
The bike was in my friend's garage for about 36hrs. The garage was compromised.
Incident Description: 
I was in town for the weekend and had my bike in the garage at the place I was staying. When departing early Monday morning, the garage door had been opened from the outside and the bike was gone.

Klein mantra comp

Location

Lakeview Chicago
4316 n greenview
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, May 2, 2011 - 10:52am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
V1296915
Size: 
36
Color: 
Yellow
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bright yellow, lots of aftermarket components. Bright red tires..

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?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Inside the garage
Incident Description: 
Whoever stole it is into cycling.. And young... Thousands of tools and other bikes next to it..

Schwinn Jaguar

Location

516 W Deming Place
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, May 9, 2011 - 1:28pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Size: 
Women's
Color: 
Navy Blue and Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Very new and nice looking, nothing distinguishing though.

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 metal pole, pipe, 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?: 
2 weeks
Incident Description: 
My bike was locked to a pole outside my apartment just like the other 5 bikes that are still located there. The lock and bike are just gone. It wasn't management since the other bikes are still there. I'm pretty sure someone cut the lock.

2007 Motobecane Sprint

Location

Residential garage
5600 N Artesian
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, May 8, 2011 - 1:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
54cm
Color: 
Orange
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Very clean like new bike with bull horn handlebars and an Oberon sticker under the seat post. This is a single speed bike with 2 brakes.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
Lock Type: 
Other
What was the bike locked to?: 
Other situation, please describe below.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
4 hours
Incident Description: 
Garage door did not shut and bike was missing when I went to shut the door.

IRO Rob Roy

Location

3054 S LOOMIS ST
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, May 7, 2011 - 8:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
M5100606
Size: 
56 cm
Color: 
Blue with Black fork, Gray and White details
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Blue IRO Rob Roy Frame (the white "IRO" is mostly faded) single speed cyclocross bike, NEW black replacement fork, NEW wheelset is dark gray Velocity Deep V rims on silver Surly 1x1 hubs, NEW gray Sugino Messenger crankset/chainring(44t), off-black chain, NEW white Animal Hamilton sealed pedals with black traction pegs, NEW black Tektro cantilever brakes on front and rear, 40cm aero bars with NEW white grip tape, NEW Tektro aero brakes, NEW Tekro in-line/top-bar brakes, dual black Redline chain tensioners, silver headset cups, NEW black Thompson Elite seatpost, black threadless stem, silver stem mounted brake cable hanger in the front...All the new stuff is new is because I had my wheelset stolen in November and I wrecked early in April and replaced everything with all the money I had in the world. Conversely, the frame, while structurally mostly great, is scratched and dinged and the label is very faded. Any help is appreciated.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
Lock Type: 
Other
What was the bike locked to?: 
Other situation, please describe below.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Bike was in a locked apartment or residence.
How was the bike locked?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
up to 10 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was in a vestibule used only by the tenants of two apartments (family of 3 upstairs, girlfriend and myself on first floor). Self closing door was closed and locked with the bike inside at about 1 am when i got home. When a friend came over at 1130 am the bike was gone. That's all I know for sure.

Schwinn Mesa

Location

Kozy's Cyclery
219 W. Erie 60654
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, May 8, 2011 - 12:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
19" Frame 26" Tires
Color: 
Red/White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The bicycle is primarily red with some white. Distinguishing Features: RST front shocks, 'Specialized' brand seat and tires, electrical tape wrapped around lower rear frame, two water bottle brackets, a few "Fox" stickers, and an air pump mounted to the frame. There are only the mounts for both a headlight and cyclometer (I have the light and cyclometer computer).

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was cut, and left at the scene.
Lock Type: 
Cable w/ Padlock
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 rear wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
30-45 minutes
Incident Description: 
The 3/8" diameter cable was cut and the bicycle was removed from the scene. The picture has red on the seat but the seat stolen is all black.

BIANCHI

Location

Louis Nettelhorst Elementary School
3252 North Broadway Street
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, May 8, 2011 - 10:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
I DON'T HAVE IT :(
Size: 
WOMEN'S FRAME (5'2")
Color: 
BURGUNDY/MAROON
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
WOMEN'S BIANCHI BIKE, MAROON, BLACK WHEEL COVERS, PRETTY NEW

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 metal pole, pipe, 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?: 
8 hours maximum (left at 11:30am, went to retrieve at 8pm)
Incident Description: 
I think someone cut the lock and took the bike. It was locked to a large (6 inch diameter) street sign and the pole could not have been moved.

Axiom Journey DLX seatpost rack

Location

Clybourn Metra Station
Ashland & Cortland
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, May 5, 2011 - 7:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Other (describe in detail below)
Color: 
silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
My bike was not stolen, only the seatpost rack bolted onto it. It's a silver journey DLX seatpost rack made by Axiom. A picture can be seen here: http://www.axiomgear.com/products/gear/racks/rear-racks/journey-dlx-seatpost/

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
Lock Type: 
No Lock
What was the bike locked to?: 
Other situation, please describe below.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How was the bike locked?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
12 hours (taken sometime between 6:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.)
Incident Description: 
My bike was locked to a bike rack outside the Metra station while I was at work and only the rack (which attaches with bolts) was taken off it, not anything else that was bolted on, such as the seat or water bottle cage, and I couldn't see any other signs of problems with my bike. I have no idea why someone would go to the trouble of unscrewing four bolts to steal just the rack, and not just take the seat/seatpost it was attached to as well, or not try and steal the bike (although I'm happy they didn't). I'm assuming I'll never see the rack again, but wanted to report it here since it was a bike-related theft from an area that always has a number of bikes in it. The police were confused/didn't really care when I reported it, I'm guessing because it wasn't actually a bike that was stolen.