Recent Reports

Cannondale Quick 5 - 2008 J (Jumbo)

Location

1957 W Addison St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, November 6, 2012 - 8:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
"Jumbo" Frame
Color: 
Charcoal/Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
My Q5 had a ton of miles on it but had been kept up very well. -Frame - lots of nicks and scratches (from the lock) especially on the front of the top tube near the stem. -Aftermarket 3-pin PitLock style bolts on Seatpost, front wheel and rear wheel. -Handlebars - I kept the stock Q3 or Q4 bars but cut nearly and inch of either end, so the bars are noticably narrower than stock. -Aftermarket Rear rack was on this bike when stolen, it was a planet bike model but the log was removed. Ihe slots were pretty worn from carrying my lock. -Seat - When stolen, this bike had a black San Marco saddle, I think it was the Ponza model, and the seat post was backwards in the seat tube (so the seat leaned forward instead of back) -Cassette and chain - Brand new silver SRAM cassette and chain installed October 15th, 2012. -Stock Right Crankarm and Chainring were replaced by goldish/greenish Shimano Components -Gears - left gear shifter plastic housing was cracked. -Brakes - new jagwire pads installed November 1, 2012. -Rear Rim was pretty scored by a bad brake pad

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?: 
Bike was in a locked apartment or residence.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
United States
Incident Description: 
The bike was in our locked back stairwell. Unbeknownst to me, the other apartment in our building was being shown, so apparently a few Realtors were given keys to the space. I imagine that either someone left the door ajar. They also stole my crappy bell crash helmet and u-lock which seems strange.

Trek 1.1

Location

The Boring Store
Near Milwaukee and Paulina
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, November 8, 2012 - 2:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
53 inch
Color: 
Black and Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The left handlebar grip is ripped, and the back brake is almost entirely rubbed down.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
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?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Less than twelve hours
Incident Description: 
I imagine someone strolled by and clipped the lock.

Trek 2100 Alpha SL

Location

Residential Building's Bike Storage Room
2800 N. Orchard St.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, November 7, 2012 - 7:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Barely used. Includes digital odometer, pedal options, triathlon bars (although one of the pads is broken from last move). Yellow water cage under seat. White-taped handlebars.

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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Storage room.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 year. It was being stored in my condo's locked bike room.
Incident Description: 
Entered my condo's locked bike room. Only individuals who live in this building have a key. Several other bikes were missing. The bike was locked by the front wheel and frame. The cable/lock was left in the room. Several of the other stolen bikes had their front wheels left in the room locked to the bike rack.

Schwinn Crest Urban Women's Hybrid Bike

Location

Near my job (residence home)
Lehmann Ct. and Drummond Pl.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, November 7, 2012 - 3:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
Tall - 17 inch wheels
Color: 
Bright Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Recently new bike, tall and bright green with a nice big black schwinn seat (seated tall). Has a rack on the back over the wheel but no basket on it. Has reflectors on front and in back as well, with light holders in the front and one on the back of the wheel pole. Has stickers on the pedals I was supposed to remove, but never did.

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 street sign.

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?: 
4 Hours
Incident Description: 
Incident happened on Lehmann st just south of Diversey Pkwy (pretty close to the Clark/Diversey/Broadway intersection). I was babysitting and had just gone outside and the bike was fine, walked down the street to the corner when these two guys ran around. They were kind of loud and yelling, and I was immediately suspicious. I'm pretty protective over my new bike (I LOVED it) and so I kept an eye on them until they went down another street... One was black and on a bike, and the one behind him was a white guy. I noticed them checking out bikes a little, so thats why I was suspicious. Anyways, when they were gone I rounded the corner and went to grab a coffee and came back maybe 20 minutes later and it was gone. So I am pretty sure it was those guys who took it. SO wish I stayed longer or said something or anything, really!

Schwinn Cutter

Location

Clybourn Metra stop
Armitage
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, November 6, 2012 - 3:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
21"
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
3 years old but in good condition. No major dents or scratches. All black bike with flat bars cut to about 15". Serfas SGRX RX-Grip handle bar grips (not stock) and aluminum cage pedals (not stock).

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 bike rack.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Alley or side passageway.
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: 
The bike was located at the new bike racks of the Clybourn Metra stop. It looks like they used very large bolt cutters to cut the U lock.

2011 Jamis Beatnik

Location

Ogilvie Transportation Center Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, November 6, 2012 - 10:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Other (describe in detail below)
Size: 
47
Color: 
Olive Oil Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
White tires. White grips. Brooks Saddle.

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?: 
18 hours.
Incident Description: 
Bike was stolen across from the French Market on Clinton Street between Lake Ave. and Randolph St. at Ogilvie between 4:30pm 11/5/2012 and 10:30am 11/6/2012. Multiple cable locks were used, securing front and rear wheel through the frame and saddle to a bike rack on sidewalk.

GIANT 2009 escape

Location

3518 North boradway
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, October 31, 2012 - 2:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
grey and black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Like new Black rear bike rack Black plastic guards

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
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?: 
Alley or side passageway.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
7 days

2009 Kona Honky Tonk

Location

Residence
Dickens/Winchester (Armitage and Damen area)
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, November 4, 2012 - 12:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
F90603401
Size: 
53cm
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Light blue with Ultegra shifters, FSA Mega EXO carbon crankset (black), black rear Shimano 105 brakes with silver front brakes (non-shimano).

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was opened, and left unharmed at the scene.
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?: 
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?: 
Locked every day
Incident Description: 
I am not sure what time the bike was stolen. Took place over night most likely.

Velocity/ Paul Deep V/ High Flange Track. Wheelset

Location

MSA Cirus Arts
Cambell and Homer
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, October 4, 2012 - 9:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
700c
Color: 
Red Rims (front MSW, rear NMS), Black Hubs, Blk Spokes
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
17t EAI Track Cog, Paul Lockring Panaracer TServer PT Rear Tire Blk (Red Valve Cap) Continental Gatorskin Front Tire Yellow Velocity Stickers (well worn) Scratches on rims (Mostly minor, Couple decently sized)

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
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?: 
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?: 
6 Hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked to a series of bicycles locked to a stop sign in front of MSA Circus Arts at the north west corner of Cambell and Homer. Was inside for a workshop. When the workshop was over, both wheels where stolen off of the bike as well as the rear wheel of the bike that it was locked to, not the wheels of any of the other bikes dispite their comparable value, similar locking methods, or assessiblity.

Univega Activa

Location

West Rogers Park
Talman & Devon
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, October 30, 2012 - 5:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
(still looking for records)
Size: 
Approx 17" frame
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
21 speed; women's frame; 700C wheels; Shimano A___ shifters & derailleurs shock-absorber seat post bar-ends on handlebars black plastic fenders front and rear reflectors black rear rack black cloth pannier bag, rectangular, clamped to rear rack (brand: Jandd?) front tire: Avocet inverted-tread, size 700x32C, 700x35C, or 700x38C PowerGrips pedal toe straps Kryptonite U-lock with circular keyway (locked to bicycle frame) (loose in pannier bag were: Planet Bike front blinkie, Topeak rear flasher; yellow cable with loop at each end)

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?: 
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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 week
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked with a U-lock through frame and through a thick Master cable that was hanging from an overhead joist of the garage. Burglar pushed out garage window, climbed in, and opened main garage door. Burglar cut the cable (with boltcutter?), and took away the bicycle with the U-lock still locked to the frame. Surmise that Burglar had seen bike and hanging cable on earlier occasion. (Two pairs of ancient cross-counry skis also stolen.)

Globe Work

Location

428 W Belden Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, November 3, 2012 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Other (describe in detail below)
Serial No.: 
WSBC602403947
Size: 
Small
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike only two weeks old, in very good condition, still has manufacture label in front of bike.

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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.

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?: 
12 hours
Incident Description: 
I left my bike locked to a small tree in my apartment courtyard overnight and discovered it missing the next morning. I believe someone broke or removed my lock and took my bike.

KHS Flite 220

Location

310 W Deming PL
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, November 3, 2012 - 10:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Red/Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Installed fender; U-lock holder on frame. Minor rusting on holdings screws. Back and front tires are of a different brand.

Lock Information

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

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?: 
6 hours
Incident Description: 
Damage was done to the bike rack that where my bike was attached to. No lock was found on site.

Scott 60 Aspect

Location

Sheffield Ave.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, November 2, 2012 - 2:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
Large, Men's size
Color: 
White and Black with Brown streaks
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good Condition. Has the mounting for an onboard computer and a heavy duty rack on the back of the bike.

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 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?: 
30 minutes
Incident Description: 
I was visiting a friend. I locked my bike to a street light pole and when I came out 30 minutes later the bike and the lock were gone.

Schwinn Trailway

Location

Argo Tea
3135 n broadway
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, October 30, 2012 - 11:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
28"
Color: 
Grey / dark blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
the bike was purchased only a couple weeks ago so there are no real distinguishing features.... If the reflectors were not taken off they were light up and turned on at night if the bike was in motioned or touched. they were multi-colored reflectors that were battery operated that was about 5-6 inches long.

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 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?: 
10 hours
Incident Description: 
I took out the trash from my work and the bike was still there at that moment in time. Then less then thirty minutes later when i got off of work and i walked outside the cable lock was cut and lying on the floor.

Mt. Shasta Red Mountain Bike

Location

The Boring Store
1331 N. Milwaukee
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, October 28, 2012 - 1:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
Men's bike, approximately 20" frame
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
brand new back wheel, bottom bracket slightly loose, yellow writing 'Mt. Shasta' on the frame

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was cut, and left at the scene.
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?: 
8 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked on bike rack at 1331 N. Milwaukee. Both cable locks were cut. Could have happened anytime between 10am and 6pm

2006 Specialized Roubaix Expert

Location

North Center
Cuyler Ave.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, October 26, 2012 - 8:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
90632156
Size: 
56 cm
Color: 
Black/Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Like new condition, Armadillo tires, mount for bicycle computer, bag attached to seat post

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?: 
Several days
Incident Description: 
Bike was unlocked in a locked garage when it was stolen. No sign of forced entry. Garage door has on occasion opened without us using a garage opener so we suspect that someone gained entry through the garage door.

Trek Skye SL

Location

1629 W Lawrence Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, October 27, 2012 - 2:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
size 16
Color: 
white
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
1 year old, but almost new condition. White with faint gold/tan flowers on frame, gold wiring. Had a water bottle holder & small under seat bag.

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?: 
Storage room.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
3 days
Incident Description: 
The bike was locked to a large metal pole in the basement storage room. The lock was cut and left frayed and in pieces at the scene.

Specialized

Location

Cheetah Gym
5248 N. Clark
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, October 27, 2012 - 9:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
Large
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
One year old. New tires and tubes. Bike in good condition, some rusting around gears and chain.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
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 rear wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
6 hrs
Incident Description: 
Unknown as to how the lock was defeated as the thieves took the lock too.

2012 Jamis Ventura Sport

Location

500 N. Dearborn
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, November 1, 2012 - 2:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
U11YK03043
Size: 
58cm
Color: 
Red/White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand New

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?: 
1.5 hours

Specialized Vita

Location

Canal & Monroe, 10 S. Riverside
Canal
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, November 1, 2012 - 7:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WSBC60219412H
Size: 
Large, womens
Color: 
Black and Pink
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
2012, bought in June 2012 from Kozy's. It has a Planet Bike eco rear rack and locking skewers

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 front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
5 minutes
Incident Description: 
I forgot my U Lock commuting to work. I locked it with a padlock and cable while I searched for my building's service elevator. In that <5 minutes span of time, the bike was stolen.