Recent Reports

Maruishi 1985 road bike, black

Location

Regenstein Library, University of Chicago
57th Street
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, May 10, 2010 - 11:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
51-52cm
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
1985 black Maruishi frame, white glow-in-the-dark handlebar tape with red reflective handlebar plugs. Fixed-gear, no brakes. Women's seat with pink breast cancer logo. Registration sticker from a Colorado university. Bell and light mount.

Lock Information

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

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Sidewalk in front of 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: 
At least one other bike was stolen at the same time from the same place, and the other owner and I filed reports with the U of C police at the same time.

Cannondale Six13

Location

Wickerpark on Milwaukee Ave
1400 N. Milwaukee Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, May 2, 2010 - 2:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
52cm
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Red in good condition. Wear on chain. Scratches on right pedal and handle bar from a crash. Had Aero bars but these have probably been removed. Tires are stock and have been heavily used.

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?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 Hour
Incident Description: 
A bystander saw three individuals looking at my bike. Two acted as lookouts while the third retrieved bike. Police were called and alerted but did not respond.The bike was put into the back of a Kia Sport. I was gone for approximately 1 hour. If any one has any information I would greatly appreciate it.

Iron Horse Maverick 5.5 Gold

Location

House
Lincoln & Cornelia Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, May 9, 2010 - 12:19pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
19''
Color: 
Gold
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Gold aluminum hardtail frame, Marzocchi fork, Hayes MX4 Mechanical disc brakes, Shimano derailleurs and shifters

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 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 front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
3 days
Incident Description: 
The bike was locked up to the wooden railing of my porch stairs and the lock was poorly cut with lock cutters. The bike has golden matte finish and the front disc brake is a newer version of Hayes MX4 and is painted red on the inner and border of disc. Please notify me if found! Thanks!

Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL2

Location

River West
Peoria and Huron
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Saturday, May 8, 2010 - 1:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
STU37G0048
Size: 
54CM
Color: 
BLK
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Near new S-Works Tarmac SL2 road racing bike w/Campy Record 10 group. Roval Fusse wheels, Zipp areo bars, FSA seat post, Fizak seat.

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?: 
Bike was in a locked garage. Forceable entry
Incident Description: 
Forceable entry into a locked garage.

Road Master 18 Speed

Location

Patricians, building's bicycle storage room
401 W Fullerton Pkwy
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, May 4, 2010 - 11:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
Adult Size 58cm
Color: 
Grey
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
15 year old bike, black handle bars, grey frame, there are 3 pedal sprockets and the outer most one has a crack leaving one the gear toothes bent, one the handle bars is upside down but impossible to twist, tires are old and show signs of drying

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?: 
Storage room.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
3-5 days
Incident Description: 
My bike was locked with a cable and pad lock in the bike storage room of my apartment building. This week I discovered it missing and found my bike lock on the floor. The cable appeared to have been cut with a saw and a pair of wire cutters. I believe some low lifes entered the building with an unassuming group of people, stole my bike and rode it out the back door.

trek navigator 3.0

Location

cicero and foster 16th district jeff. park
4834 w foster ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, April 21, 2010 - 9:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU226C0352E
Size: 
26 inch
Color: 
gold
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
3 weeks old brand new bike gold with brown accents and black inner rim color

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?: 
3 weeks
Incident Description: 
taken from my garage

Orbea Orca

Location

153 W. Ohio Street Chicago IL
153 W. Ohio Street Chicago IL
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Wednesday, May 5, 2010 - 2:31pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
not known
Size: 
51cm
Color: 
Green and Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
2006 51cm Green and Black Carbon Orbea Orca bike Tempest II wheels, Sram Force Components Ritchey WCS Carbon Stem Specialized carbon post Selle Italia Lady Gel Flow saddle

Lock Information

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

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Sidewalk in front of an open business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
less than 2 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was stolen between 7:30pm and 9:30pm.

Windsor Clockwork

Location

John Wegner
2241 Seminary St.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps
Contact information hidden by Chicago Stolen Bike Registry. Contact the CSBR staff to contact the owner.

Date of Theft

Monday, May 3, 2010 - 6:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
56cm
Color: 
Dark Purple
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Less than a year old with rear fender attached. Cable lock around seat.

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?: 
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 rear wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 day
Incident Description: 
Bike was stolen with lock still attached to rear wheel.

Specialized Allez

Location

Bike rack near Hinman and Main Street in Evanston.
854 Hinman Ave.
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Wednesday, April 21, 2010 - 3:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The bicycle is in very good condition. I replaced the regular drop handlebars with bullhorn handlebars that have fully functioning gears and front and rear brakes.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Object that bike was locked to was broken, removed, or otherwise compromised.
Lock Type: 
Newer U-Lock w/ Flat Key
What was the bike locked to?: 
Locked to 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?: 
4 days
Incident Description: 
My bike was stolen between April 21-25 while I was out of town. It was locked to the bar of a bike rack, which I later noticed had been pulled apart to access my bike. I appreciate any information that would lead to my recover of my bike.

Trek 1000 silver

Location

in front of my apartment complex
801 W. Cornelia
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, April 30, 2010 - 10:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
54
Color: 
silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition. Had a rack that attaches to seat post with a red milk crate on it and a rear light specialized seat with pink diamond on it. It has a bicycle shop sticker on it that reads "cyclwerx" It is a size 54 (there is a sticker that says this.)

Lock Information

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

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
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?: 
less then 6 hours
Incident Description: 
I locked my bike up to a street sign in the early afternoon. I left my house around 2pm and forgot I had it outside. I called my roommate to have her bring it in at about 6pm and it was not where I had locked it. when I got back in town I went to the location and found my U-lock cut off laying next to another bike that has been locked up to the same location for 8 months!

Trek 7000 Mens

Location

Back covered porch
919 N. Winchester
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Sunday, April 18, 2010 - 7:48am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
Mens Large
Color: 
Blue and Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Planet bike tire fenders, kryptonite U-lock and u-lock holder screwed to frame.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Not locked.
Lock Type: 
Newer U-Lock w/ Flat Key
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?: 
Less than a week
Incident Description: 
Bike was kept at ground level in an enclosed porch with doors that locked. someone else in the building left one of the doors unlocked and the bike was taken.

specialized sirrus

Location

aldo shoe outlet
ashland and milawkee
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, April 28, 2010 - 1:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
5LA2004
Size: 
18 medium size
Color: 
black and silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
brand new.

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?: 
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 minutes
Incident Description: 
i locked the bike outside on a busy side walk by the EL to a bike post at about 6pm, went into a shoe store for about ten minutes.. i returned outside at 6:10ish and the bike was gone. someone cut the cable and some how opened my U-LOCK. they took the bike and left both locks as well as another bike of lesser value that was locked with mine.

Nevil Custom Mountain Bike

Location

Basement
1433 W Rasher Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, April 30, 2010 - 7:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
Small
Color: 
Navy Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The brand itself is distinguishing. I can guarantee there isn't another one like it in Chicago because it was built by a family friend in South Carolina 15 years ago.

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?: 
Months
Incident Description: 
My bike was locked in the basement and my neighbor's renter was moving out. There was no reason for her or her movers to be on the side of the basement where my bike was, but by the end of the day my bike and several others were gone.

trek

Location

my garage
1444 n washtenaw
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, December 1, 2009 - 1:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
cc4ck470
Color: 
grey
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
almost new

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?: 
Bike was locked only to itself.

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?: 
it was in my garage---locked to itself
Incident Description: 
someone broke into our garage and stole our bicycles

Custom built Reynolds 531 Red Frame

Location

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

Date of Theft

Thursday, April 29, 2010 - 1:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
medium large Frame
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
10 Speed, red frame with no branding. Small Reynolds 521 sticker underneath seat post facing the front. Chrome fork, Yellow seat, yellow break cables, yellow water bottle holder. drop handle bars with black spenco grips. Great 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 front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2.5 hours
Incident Description: 
I was attending an event at Union Station and parked my bike right in front of the Jackson St. entrance (the event entrance). It seemed like a safe spot, aside from the fact that it was right in front of the station, there was a police presence outside. I went in about 6:30pm. When I cam out around 9 the bike was gone.

2008 Giant FCR2

Location

WORK
120 S RIVERSIDE PLAZA
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, April 29, 2010 - 5:36am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
GR8G2195
Size: 
LARGE
Color: 
GREY/SILVER/BLACK
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
JUST A YEAR OLD, MINOR SCRATCHES, BLACK HANDLEBAR.SEATPOST, BLACK WATER CAGE, PEDALS/TOE CLIPS/TRAPS

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: 
WHEN INTO THE OFFICE ABOUT 830AM, CAME OUT TO CHECK ON BIKE ABOUT 11AM AND IT WAS GONE, IM RIGHT ACROSS FROM UNION STATION, ATTEMPING TO HAVE BUILDING SECURITY PULL VIDEO

Mongoose Snare Full suspension MTB with Promax Disc Brakes!

Location

Park Ridge
753 Busse HWY apt#6
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, April 26, 2010 - 1:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
26" wheels with very new treads.
Color: 
Gray/White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
This bicycle is extremely new, only 3 months old! I took off the rear rack and red milk crate so never mind that in the picture please! It has Promax Mechanical disc brakes, and is gray with white streaks. It also has black riser handlebars and is full suspension. It's pedals and crankarms are white/silver color. Its treads are very new. I driled holes in the frame by the back wheel and secured them with nuts and bolts.

Lock Information

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

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Alley or side passageway.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
3 hours before a thief rode in with his junky bike and took off with mine. I thought it was a safe place!
Incident Description: 
I work at Bob's Bike shop. I parked my bike behind the alley where we stock up our bikes. Someone 5'10 (judging from his seat height) rode in with his blue/white Mongoose junky bike and took off with my new bike. I took off the rear rack and red milk crate so never mind that in the picture please!

Specialized Globe Sport

Location

Addison Brown Line Station
1818 w. addison
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, April 28, 2010 - 10:28am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
7gzog0413
Size: 
55
Color: 
Bone
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
very good condition. has wheel locks and seal post lock. Bone frame color is relatively rare.

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?: 
Locked by frame, wheels both have anti-theft spindles
Incident Description: 
Locked bike to bike rack at Brown Line El station on the South side of Addison at around 8:15 AM, returned at 7:00 and bike and lock were gone. No idea when or how.

Diamond Back Insight

Location

Andersonville, Chicago
W. Balmoral Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, April 26, 2010 - 7:12am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
u93k81837
Size: 
Womans average size
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new, attachment for a light and lock attached, bike rack

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?: 
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?: 
2 days
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked among all the other bikes of the apt building and mine is the only one missing. I think they snapped the chain and took the bike. The only thing that is weird and off-putting is I do not live in a busy location and you had to go out of your way to find my bike as it was not visible from the street.

Bianchi San Jose 2008

Location

in front of my house
1115 N. Winchester Ave.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, April 26, 2010 - 7:27pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
55cm
Color: 
dark green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
good condition, with a few scratches in the paint. Had one blue fender in the front and a clip-on fender in the rear. Neon semi-reflective tape strips on the fork and seat stays. Also a reflective Bike Winter sticker on the fork. Rear brakes don't work because of broken spring (or something like that).

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?: 
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 the bike locked to the fence on my front porch, fell asleep and forgot to bring it in for the night. So it could have been stolen anytime between 9pm on April 26 and 1pm on April 27. No sign of the lock anywhere. I did notice fewer bikes than usual locked along the street, but that might have been my mind playing tricks.