Recent Reports

Trek 7200

Location

Harlem Metra Station Berwyn, IL
Stanley & Harlem
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, April 15, 2010 - 3:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
utu20c0279a
Size: 
25"
Color: 
Black/Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike had 2 years of heavy use. Was dirty. Best distinguishing feature was a trek black wire mesh "Interchange" basket that mounted on the rear rack (the size and look of a handheld grocery basket. See: http://store.trekbikes.com/jump.jsp?itemID=1454&itemType=PRODUCT&path=1%2C2%2C15%2C411%2C477&iProductID=1454.

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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Left at 8 a.m. and fund stolen at 5 p.m. same day
Incident Description: 
I left bike at Metra train station (Harlem Avenue station) in Berwyn at 8 a.m. on Thursday April 15th. When I returned around 5 p.m. the bike was gone. I had a kryptonite U-lock with a large cable. My mistake was to just use the cable to lock both wheels and frame. In other words, even though I used a u-lock, I only attached the u part to the bike rack which was attached to the cable that was wrapped around the frame and both wheels. All the thieves had to do was clip the cable and my bike was gone. One issue is that the bike rack is one of those wavy black metal ones with the thick pipes, making it very difficult to get my u lock looped around and attached to the frame. Also, note that my bike, while only 2 years old, was not the fanciest bike out there and had alot of dirt on it. At the time, I couldn't imagine it would have any value to a thief to risk going to jail for it. How wrong I was and sorry I am for making that assumption. This is the second bike i've had ripped in 3 years and will never ride anything to train but the dumpiest rustiest bucket i can find. woo hoo, the thieving swine win again.

Rear Alexrims DA22 laced to Surely hub, Bontrager Hard Case tire, Surely 17t track cog (3/32)

Location

Rockwell Brown Line stop on Rockwell (east side of the street)
4650 Rockwell
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, April 16, 2010 - 9:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
700c
Color: 
Silver rim, silver hub, silver cog, black and grey tire
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Very good condition, cleaned regularly

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
Lock Type: 
Other U-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?: 
5 hours
Incident Description: 
Somone loosened both 15mm track bolts and two 10mm bolts on the chain tensioners and removed the wheel. They would have to have had tools for this theft. The thief is most likely a fixed gear rider. This occurred in broad day light with pedestrian and vehicle traffic around. The bike is a Surely Steamroller, Boston Baked Bean color, bie has both front and rear fenders. Feel free to contact me if you have any information. Thanks.

Nishiki Road Bike

Location

Apartment Building
Barry
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, April 14, 2010 - 7:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
? don't know, I'm 5'8 and it fit perfectly.
Color: 
Silver, painted over
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Frame painted silver, Nishiki logo on front, quick release front and back, black/gray camoflouge handle tape.

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?: 
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?: 
3 days
Incident Description: 
Was locked to the inside of fence in a decent neighborhood. Two other bikes at the scene but not touched.

80's fixed gear Takara

Location

Charles Garcia
23rd street and Washtenaw
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, April 15, 2010 - 7:06pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
52cm
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Chipped bule paint, bull horns with green oury grips, selle seat and post.

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?: 
Front of building in residential area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
no longer then 5 mins
Incident Description: 
Left in front of apartment building for 2mins while i went up to grab my camera charger and then it was gone.

Schwinn Ranger

Location

Lincoln Park
Clybourn and Southport
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Thursday, April 15, 2010 - 6:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
26"
Color: 
Black/Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand New Schwinn Ranger, black frame with red front suspension.

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?: 
2 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked to a bike rack with a cable padlock, and was stolen along with the lock.

K2 Astral 3.0 2008-2009 (custom modded)

Location

In front of Columbia College of Chicago's Dance Center
1306 South Michigan Avenue
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, April 14, 2010 - 10:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
K2 Sizing Large
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Like new condition. Only original parts were the frame/fork and brake calipers. Brand new Selle Italia Filante seat and Ritchey Comp seat post, Vuelta Starlite wheels, Shimano 8 speed/triple brakes (black), Shimano crankset, Ritchey Comp stem.

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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
For roughly an hour it was locked through the front wheel and frame to bike rack. Kryptonite cable looped around wheels/seat post.
Incident Description: 
Bike, U-lock, and both cable's were all missing when I got out of class.

Specialized Langster

Location

W COURT PL JUST EAST OF KENNEDY EXPRESSWAY SOUTH SIDE OF STREET
635-699 W. COURT PL
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, April 13, 2010 - 5:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Serial No.: 
06981438
Size: 
56
Color: 
GREEN/BLACK
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
NEW, BULLNOSE HANDBARS, BASKET PEDELS, MINI BRAKES ON INSIDE GRIP

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 both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
7PM TO 11PM
Incident Description: 
BIKE HAD ULOCK FLAT KEY AND THICK CABLE LOCK BOTH LINKING THE BIKES TIRES AND FRAME TO BIKE STAND (UNSIDEDOWN U SHAPE)THERE WERE NO FRAGMENTS OF THE LOCK OR BIKE LEFT AT THE LOCATION.

Bianchi Valle 2008

Location

Logan Square Blue Line Train Station, outside, west side entranc
Milwuakee and kedzie
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Sunday, April 11, 2010 - 5:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
H8BR09881 D10605209C
Size: 
55 cm
Color: 
black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
scratches on frame, fenders, back rack, "actor slash model" sticker, chunk out of seat at front tip

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?: 
8 hours
Incident Description: 
locked bike outside station with newer kryptonite u-lock at 2 pm to go to work. got off train at midnight to find bicycle gone with no sign. bike was locked with u lock through front wheel and frame and cable threaded through back wheel.

Specialized Transition 2008

Location

Webster and Sheffield
1000 w Webster
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Saturday, April 10, 2010 - 6:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
PT5140
Size: 
XL
Color: 
Black and White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Black and White Specialized Transition Triathlon Bike, in great condition with Tri bars. New pedals with clips on one side and regular pedals on the other

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?: 
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 hours
Incident Description: 
Locked up securely went in to State Bar for a couple hours came out and the ulock was completely sawed through. Can't believe someone did this with people everywhere.

Schwinn Suburban

Location

Ukrainian Village
1000 N. Oakley
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Wednesday, April 7, 2010 - 1:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
26 ince
Color: 
dark copper
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Ladies dark copper Schwinn Suburban. 1972, I believe? Original black seat with buttons on the side. Dark copper fenders, the wire stays are rusted and damn near uncleanable (for me, at least). Some rust on the handle bars and gears, but that could be cleaned off. The back fender has a large dent in it.

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?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
The bike was not locked, but it was inside my apartment complex in my back hallway. It had been back there since September. I don't ride it in the winter. It was there for certain four days before I noticed it was gone, but I was out of town.
Incident Description: 
The bike was stored in the locked back hallway behind my apartment, which is only accessible through the back doors of the apartments in the complex. My other bike was not stolen. We noticed it was missing on the morning of Wednesday, April 7th. It was last seen Sunday morning, April 4th. I was out of town. I know, I'm an idiot, and it should have been locked. It was locked in that same spot all winter long, and I had removed the lock to move it the weekend before and didn't relock it like a dumbass.

FUJI NEVADA 4.0

Location

BASEMENT OF CONDO
205 N RIDGE AVE
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, March 29, 2010 - 6:35pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
1CF8A12397
Size: 
17
Color: 
BLACK
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
2 YEAR OLD BIKE IN EXCELLENT COSMETIC AND MECHANICAL CONDITION, HAS NBR STICKER UNDER SEAT AND BIKE SHOP STICKER WHERE I BOUGHT IT FROM. HAS SCRATCH ON LEFT HANDLE BAR FROM BIKE LOCK.

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?: 
Bike was locked only to itself.

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?: 
2 DAYS
Incident Description: 
I BELIEVE THIS WAS AN INSIDE JOB. WE HAVE A FEW UNIT OWNERS WHO ARE SHADY, AND I BELIEVE THEY ARE BEHIND THIS.

Giant VT

Location

Navy Pier
600 East Grand
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, April 4, 2010 - 9:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
GY231523
Size: 
20.5"
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
There is dent in the frame at the top.

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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 hour
Incident Description: 
The cable locking my bike was cut during a busy day at Navy Pier.

Trek 7100

Location

Gold Coast
Oak Street and Michigan Avenue
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, April 9, 2010 - 7:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Brown and chanpagne
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike was one year old and in perfect condition. It has a black pouch attached under the brown 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 rear wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was stolen during daylight hours on a busy, commercial street. Lock was missing, so couldn't tell how it was broken.

LeMond Reno 2008

Location

Leo Burnett Building
35 W Wacker
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, April 8, 2010 - 8:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
53
Color: 
Silver / Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition. Standard Reno setup with the exception of black bar tape, black seat, and white-gold shimano clip pedals. There was a u-lock mount attached to the lower section of the seat tube. Some visible damage on the right shifter cover.

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?: 
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?: 
4 to 8 hours
Incident Description: 
U lock was sawed through in broad daylight on a busy sidewalk. Discoloration on lock metal indicates high heat and possible use of a power tool.

Bianchi Volpe

Location

Wicker Park, behind walgreens, just east of blue line
1337 Wicker Park ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, April 3, 2010 - 7:01pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
54cm
Color: 
Light Green with red lettering
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Like new, South Shore cyclery sticker, black grip tape, time clipless pedals, rear black rack, front rain guards, seat with cheetah print/fuzzy on corners, rear tire was light gray knobby for cyclocross racing, front was black

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?: 
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?: 
5 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was in foyer of building, which was incidently unlocked (never is), and someone snagged it late in the night.

1988 Peugeot PX-SB "Sante"

Location

Five Star
1424 W Chicago ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, April 6, 2010 - 7:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
58cm
Color: 
purple
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
fair condition, a bit scratched 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 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?: 
40min
Incident Description: 
was at five star for a little bit, came out and my bike was gone.

Giant Bowery

Location

Willis Tower
200 S. Wacker Dr
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, April 5, 2010 - 7:12am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Serial No.: 
6M8M0307
Size: 
Large-Medium Frame
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
1 Year old. Good condition with some minor scratches on the frame. The frame is all black. The front fork is black at the top followed by small orange stripes then it is silver the rest of the way down. It had a Wells Street Tower sticker on the handle bar stem. It is a Giant Bowery.

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?: 
Some where between 0-8 hours.
Incident Description: 
It was locked outside of my office building. The bike was gone when I left work at 5pm. I will be able to acquire security footage of the instance.

Gary Fisher, ARC Pro CD

Location

Apartment Building
2900 Block of N. Linclon Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, April 30, 2010 - 5:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU335ST1484D
Size: 
57
Color: 
White / Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New, one month old. Was ridden for a hour be for it was stolen.

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?: 
One month
Incident Description: 
Friday night or Saturday morning, the thief broke through one door in to the garage area, using tools that they brought. Then from the garage they broke through a second door to the stairwell, where the bike was stored.

Trek, 2.3 CD WSD,

Location

Apartment building
2900 block of N. Linclon Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, April 30, 2010 - 5:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU177G0002D
Size: 
54
Color: 
White/green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New, one month old. Was ridden for a hour be for it was stolen.

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?: 
one month
Incident Description: 
Friday night or Saturday morning, the thief broke through one door in to the garage area, using tools that they brought. Then from the garage they broke through a second door to the stairwell, where the bike was stored.

Cannondale CAAD4

Location

2650 N Lakeview
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, April 3, 2010 - 10:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
56cm
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The front wheel and back wheel were different. Black spokes on the front.

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?: 
90 minutes
Incident Description: 
Efficient thief...