Recent Reports

Scattante Windy City Courier

Location

Kenmore Ave, just south of Buena
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, April 5, 2012 - 4:20pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
52cm
Color: 
Silverish
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Black riser bars w/grey Oury Grips. Forte Saddle, Crank Bros. Eggbeater Pedals, Chicago Skyline details on top tube under clear coat, scratch where headtube badge used to be, Black All-City Crankset, Pink Salsa Lip Lock Seat post collar. Scratches all over. Says scattante on inside of chainstay.

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?: 
Front of building in residential area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through rear wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
20 minutes
Incident Description: 
Bike was gone after a 20 minute stop at a friends house. It was locked to an iron gate w a u-lock and was gone when i returned.

Cannondale Critetium

Location

Union Station
jackson St.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, May 18, 2012 - 4:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
54
Color: 
White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Green/Purple Pyschedelic handlebar wrappings. Blue "Cannondale" Writing Black racing wheels with Continental Ultra Tires Front and Rear Clarke Break Pads White Seat

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?: 
8 hours
Incident Description: 
I locked my bike up at 3:30 on jackson Street in front of Union Station and took the Metra into the Burbs. I came home at 10pm and my bike and lock were missing from the rack. I purposefully parked next to a Gary Fischer to make my bike less appealing, however, I guess it did not work.

Fuji Supreme

Location

Laundry room of my apartment
5468 S Hyde Park Blvd
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, May 20, 2012 - 11:01am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
Average Adult size
Color: 
silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Silver Fuji Supreme with black handles, black seat, and rear wheel rack. The Uchicago bike registry number is located on the diagonal support beam. The back tire has a leak in it so it is flat.

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?: 
Storage room.
How was the bike locked?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
The bike was not locked, however it was locked inside the laundry room of my apartment building along with around 7 other bikes which were also not locked. My lock was tied to the rear rack with a bungee cord which were both left behind on the floor.
Incident Description: 
The bike was in the locked laundry room in the basement of my apartment building along with 7 other bikes that were not locked to anything. Since the door to the room requires a building key, I'm assuming whomever took it had a building key. The door to the room had not been tampered with so there was no break in. I'm not sure exactly when it was stolen since the last time I saw it was the last time I did laundry (around 10 days ago).

Specialized Globe Haul 1

Location

Residential street
1703 N. Dayton
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, May 17, 2012 - 9:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Size: 
26'
Color: 
Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Specialized Globe Haul 1 - light, pale green frame, white wheels, wooden rear rack, built in lights, 24 speed

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 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?: 
Overnight
Incident Description: 
Left bike locked to front fence overnight and it was gone the next morning.

Trek 330

Location

1912 N Lincoln Park West
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, May 20, 2012 - 1:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
T9512121
Size: 
49 cm high
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Handlebar - white (the handlebar is a little dirty) Bike color - blue (with some white and pink on "TREK") Water bottle cage - pink

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?: 
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?: 
1 day (overnight)
Incident Description: 
I am not sure how they stole the bike. I always lock it but I am currently doubting myself whether or not I did. The picture shows how I always lock my bike.

Bianchi Pista

Location

Chase Bank bike rack
200 North Wells
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, May 18, 2012 - 4:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
57cm
Color: 
Midnight Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
My bicycle is a slightly used newer model Bianchi Pista. It was stolen from the corner of Wells and Eugenie. The thief cut the lock and made off with it. It has White Weinmann Deep V rims with White tires. The saddle is the original black bianchi saddle, and it has the drop handle bars. Any help or information would be much appreciated

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 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 hours
Incident Description: 
The bike was stolen at some time between 8pm and midnight from the bike rack outside the Chase bank at 200 north wells. Corner of Wells and Eugenie. The lock was cut and taken along with the bike.

Torker KB2

Location

home
1441 N. Bell.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, May 20, 2012 - 8:35am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Serial No.: 
isbs11h00943-g7e38-3
Size: 
50 cm
Color: 
red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
brand new. Comrade Cycles sticker. banjo bag under seat.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Other
What was the bike locked to?: 
Bike not locked.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Storage room.
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?: 
one day
Incident Description: 
New Bike kept in our basement rode Friday dissapear sometime saturday-sunday may 20.

SCWINN CRUISER

Location

residence
1433 N. PAULINA
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, May 18, 2012 - 10:01pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Size: 
small
Color: 
kelly green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
vintage 70's style cruiser

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?: 
Bike not locked.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Porch or yard.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 night
Incident Description: 
bike was hidden under a private deck stairwell for one evening (locked entrance) probably seen from the alley (handle bar or something showed up under alley lighting from under stairs) thief obviously scouring the private deck area to see it. scaled fence.

Gary Fisher Mullet

Location

Aon Center
200 E Randolph St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, May 12, 2012 - 8:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
C74CX648
Size: 
15.5
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
'06 Blue Gary Fisher Mullet with Big Earl Cranks, Urban Earl Tires, aluminium bar-ends, and Primo Meat-Tenderizer pedals (black)

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?: 
6 hours
Incident Description: 
I locked my bike at work and someone either cut my kryptonite evolution u-lock with an cordless edge grinder, or something but the frame was locked to the rack and the tires were locked with a cable that was secured with the u-lock.

Trek 7000 Series Hybrid - Women's

Location

Fence outside apartment building next door to 702 W Buckingham
702 W Buckingham Place
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, May 17, 2012 - 3:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
Purple
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The bike is purple with cream-colored flowers on the frame. Bought this bike in April 2010. Excellent condition. I bought this bike at Bob's Bike Shop in Park Ridge, IL (in April 2010). There's a sticker on it that says "Bob's Bike Shop," as well as a "City of Park Ridge" sticker. The bike also has a headlight and was pretty muddy at the time of theft.

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 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?: 
6-8 hours
Incident Description: 
First of all, my bike is purple with a flower-y design; I couldn't find the exact color in a stock photo. I locked my bike to the fence outside the building directly west of 702 W. Buckingham Pl. at 8:15 pm on the evening of Thursday, May 17. I came out the next morning (Fri. May 18) at 7 am to find it gone. It was locked with a newer U-lock AND a combination cable lock; the U-lock was locked to the fence around the frame underneath the seat (my fatal mistake). The cable lock was then strung through the front wheel and through the U-lock and also locked to the fence. When I found that my bike had been stolen, the U-lock was intact. The cable lock had been cut.

Trek 7.1 FX

Location

AMC River East 21
E. Illinois Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, May 17, 2012 - 11:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
Average Adult Size
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition. There is an orange reflective safety ribbon pinned under the seat and a carrying case/pouch on the 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 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?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Approximately 3 hours
Incident Description: 
I locked the bike to a fence outside of AMC River East 21 theater around 3:45 and when I exited the theater at 6:45 the bike was missing.

2004 - Trek 4300 HardTail

Location

Place of business
954 W. Washington
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, May 17, 2012 - 1:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
C002T1023047GLT4069
Size: 
19" Frame
Color: 
Orange / Gray
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
In excellent condition, has a "Dragon" brand sticker on lower bar of frame. Two sets of "FourSquare" brand decals on top bar of frame. Also has a silver rear saddle bag rack over back tire. The bike is also known for conquering stairs, backwoods trails, getting hit by cabs, and almost "eating it" many time into a river gorge up north, and I am afraid its new owner may not appreciate all the adventures its been on.

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 rear wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
8 hours - from 9:00am till 6:00pm
Incident Description: 
I have been locking my bock on the same rack in front of my office building on a busy sidewalk everyday for the past 10 weeks. The activity in front of the building is active enough that it should have been apparent to anyone that the bike was being stolen. I also am very particular about how well it is secured, looping my cable lock many times around the bike. Oh, and I hate dead-beats.

Kona Dew

Location

West side of Canal just south of Monroe
100 S Canal
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, May 16, 2012 - 5:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
AJ11073578
Size: 
59cm frame
Color: 
black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
2011 new OMPE sticker

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
Lock Type: 
Other
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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
less than 6 hours
Incident Description: 
U-lock was left intact

SE Lager

Location

apartment
867 w Roscoe st
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, May 14, 2012 - 8:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
ICF7K04065
Size: 
52 cm
Color: 
brown
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
brown men's frame with black bully bars, no racks or holders or lights etc. Couple of nicks on it. Tires by Specialized if I recall.

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 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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
less than 24 hours
Incident Description: 
My bike was locked up out in the front of my apartment. it was stolen along with its U-lock.

70's era Men's Schwinn Continental- Blue

Location

Rear courtyard of apartment building
2721 W Ardmore Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, May 15, 2012 - 9:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
Unknown
Size: 
20" or 21" (medium)
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
1970's Men's Blue Scwhinn Continental. 27" wheels with gumwall tires, drop bars with black bar tape, black seat, broken rear derailluer cable, scratched up, a bit rusty, does not shift. Front tire is flat. Bike looks pretty beat up, but still ride able.

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?: 
Porch or yard.
How was the bike locked?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Less than 20 minutes
Incident Description: 
Bike was left for a few minutes in courtyard. The lock on the courtyard gate must not have latched automatically like it usually does and someone came in and either rode the bike out with a flat, or rolled it away. This was in the afternoon. Bike is scratched up with a broken rear derailleur cable. I am posting this for my neighbor- he said it was his fault, but I still think whoever took it is a jerk. Will be checking a local "we pay cash for bikes" place nearby. Have a feeling the bike also may have been taken for scrap, although the courtyard is thoroughly fenced in and the bike wasn't too close to the iron gate.

Specialized Allez Pro

Location

House hold garage
4454 N Mozart St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, May 16, 2012 - 10:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
58cm-60cm?
Color: 
Yellow and Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Frame: Worn Black and yellow aluminum Allez Pro from 2000. "Aero/Tri" style frame. Fork: Look Aero 2 Carbon Components: late 90's early 2000's Dura Ace except for brake calipers (tektro) Wheels: 2006 Shimano road wheels with continental tire up front and forte kevlar in the rear handle bars: silver aluminum with black camo tape, I believe there is a letter "D" exposed as the brand. Saddle: forte Distinguishing Features: Single 53 tooth crank, Front derailleur not connected to cable but has an over sized screw holding it in the correct position, Rear Wheel secured with a theft proof Skewer (which I have the key for), Brake levers are very worn with some electrical tape covering tears in the rubber casing, only rear derailleur cable is connected. Rear Cog is a dura ace 9 speed except for a misscolored 14t cog, as it is from an old mountain bike. Chain is a 9 speed SRAM

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?: 
2 days
Incident Description: 
The bicycle was in an unlocked garage for two days, on May 17 the gate to the yard was open and only the bike was missing from the garage.

2004 Trek 4000 Green, 18", with Sun Rhyno Lyte wheels and Deore Hubs, Salsa handlebar with Salsa Grips, and XT Brakes

Location

Roscoe Village
1746 W Cornelia
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, May 16, 2012 - 8:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
001299R
Size: 
18"
Color: 
GREEN
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
2004 Trek 4000 Green, 18", with Sun Rhyno Lyte wheels and Deore Hubs, Salsa handlebar with Salsa Grips, and XT Brakes, Forte Slick tires, X-wing saddle

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Heavy Duty Bicycle Security Chain
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?: 
over night
Incident Description: 
Left bike locked up where it always is, and today the bike was gone. Someone took the whole thing, bike, wheels, lock, etc.

Surly Steamroller

Location

Rogers Park
6531 N. Newgard Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, May 15, 2012 - 11:29am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
49cm
Color: 
Cream
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Gold chain. gold cog. decals that say "surly steamroller" chipped off. beige grip tape. drop bars

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Not locked.
Lock Type: 
Other
What was the bike locked to?: 
Bike not locked.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Porch or yard.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
One hour
Incident Description: 
I was in my enclosed back yard, where my bike was propped up along a fence. I went inside for an hour. During that time, someone entered our enclosed backyard and took my bike. My roommate came home at 5pm, and said she had not seen my bike.

Gunnar Rockhound

Location

Apartment - Indoors
1500 n spaulding ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, May 15, 2012 - 4:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
unknown
Size: 
20"
Color: 
Blue/Black with flames
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
This bike was stolen during a burglary at my apartment. The bike has a full Shimano LX group with new WTB tires. Upgrades include a Thomoson stem, Ritchey handlebar, and a WTB saddle. It is missing the "Gunnar" decal but has the headtube and top tube decals.

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?: 
Stolen for inside my residence.
Incident Description: 
The thief entered through our window and stole a laptop and my bicycle.

Urban Uno

Location

Boys Town
742 W Aldine
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, May 14, 2012 - 7:50pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
u9020233
Size: 
unisex and medium
Color: 
black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
It's an urban uno. It has a tan seat and tan handel gripping. The frame is slightly banged up. And it has metal sleek looking splash blockers. And bull horn handel bars.

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 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?: 
4 hours
Incident Description: 
Newer u-lock w/flat key, but someone sawed through the iron object it was locked to.