Recent Reports

Free Spirit

Location

Bryn Mawr and N Richmond St.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, July 26, 2009 - 11:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
about 26" or so
Color: 
Burgundy
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
In good condition. It is a burgundy color, the frame iss a man's frame, but on the small side. It has a black seat and black rubber handlebars. A gold sticker saying "Free Spirit" is on the main bar below the seat. There is a rack on the back, as well as a kick stand that is bent out, so the left pedal hits it even when it is up.

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?: 
Bike was locked only to itself.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Porch or yard.
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?: 
4 days
Incident Description: 
Stolen out of my back yard, not visible from the street in front, but visible from the alley in back.

Specialized Sirus

Location

Jimmy Johns Lincoln Park
2231 N Lincoln Avenue
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, July 28, 2009 - 3:25pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
Large
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Straight, gray gripped handlebars with moderate wear. Alexrims with a slow leak in the rear tube (so someone might be walking 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?: 
Sidewalk in front of an open business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
less than 2 minutes
Incident Description: 
I work at Jimmy Johns on Lincoln and Webster in Lincoln Park. I came back from a delivery and leaned my bike against the front window of the shop, as we do regularly. I went inside momentarily and when I returned my bike was gone. The entire process was over in about 90 seconds... Lame. If anyone sees a sketchy character riding a black specialized "sirus" in the area and can somehow contact me there will be a reward.

2006 diamondback joker

Location

My House (Backyard)
8251 Kilbourn ave. 60076
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, July 28, 2009 - 8:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
BMX Bike
Size: 
average bmx sized
Color: 
gloss smoke silver (dark gray, almost black)
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
-steel frame -diamondback team grips with plastic end caps -top tube 19.5" -48 spoke alloy wheels -black chainring with diamond shaped designs fairly good. scratched black handbrakes (2 in total mainly scratched on the left brake). 4 black pegs in total. No kickstand. coiled master lock around the top tube (lock is circular and smooth on one side of the keyhole, but ridges are on the other half). DIAMONDBACK sticker going down along the bottom tube. Silver, but not shiny rims. Grey brake pads

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?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
5-6 Hours
Incident Description: 
bike was maybe spotted from in front of the house. bike was probably rushed through the backyard gate into the ally and ridden away or put into a vehicle. garbage can knocked down. could have happened anytime between 1-7 p.m.

Lemond Tourmalet

Location

AON Center / Lakeshore Athletic Club
211 N Stetson Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, July 28, 2009 - 3:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
55ccm?
Color: 
Silver/Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition. Look Clipless pedal - specialized spedo mount. Frame & Fork Frame Construction TIG-welded Frame Tubing Material 6066 aluminum Fork Brand & Model Bontrager Race Carbon Fork Material Carbon fiber composite, aero crown Components Component Group Shimano 105 Brakeset Shimano 105 Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano 105 STI Dual Control levers Shift Levers Shimano 105 STI Dual Control Front Derailleur Shimano 105 Rear Derailleur Shimano Ultegra SS Crankset Shimano 105, 39/53 teeth Pedals Shimano PD-M520 SPD Bottom Bracket Shimano 105, 109.5mm spindle BB Shell Width 68mm English Rear Cogs 9-speed, 12 - 25 teeth Chain Shimano CN-HG73, 1/2 x 3/32" Seatpost Aluminum micro-adjust Saddle CZR+ Handlebar 3T T.H.E. Handlebar Stem 3T T.H.E. Headset 1 1/8" threadless Cane Creek C1 Wheels Hubs Bontrager Select Rims Bontrager Select, 32-hole

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?: 
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?: 
1 day, Left at approx. 7am MIssing at 8pm
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked up in a dedicated bike rack attached to AON Center/Lakeshore Athletic Club. (Front of building, up a set of stairs to reach dedicated bike area) Bike was parked approx. 7am and was missing at 8pm. Upon discovery, I reported missing with Lakeshore Athletic Club, apparently bikes have been going missing on a regular basis. Area looks to be busy and most likely stolen with people around. Both Bike and lock gone.

Kabuki 10-Speed Road Bike

Location

Old Town - Courtyard next to Nookies
208 Willow St.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, July 18, 2009 - 10:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
Men's
Color: 
Maroon
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Built in the 80s. Great condition overall. Drop handlebars. Handlebar tape is pretty worn down. Brakes are pretty worn. Maroon frame with gold writing. There was a multi-colored striped sticker wrapped around the top bar.

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?: 
Overnight - Stolen sometime between 8pm and 10am
Incident Description: 
Most likely someone cut through my cable lock and stole the bike overnight while there was no one there so witness. I found out later from a neighbor that her bike was stolen from almost the same place (the courtyard between wells street and willow directly beside Nookies).

giant suede

Location

Jimmy Johns
6153 N Broadway
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, July 27, 2009 - 11:13am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
available upon req.
Size: 
ladies maybe 19" frame
Color: 
mint green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bicycle is in great condition not ridden daily. Has basket clip on front, but basket wasn't on it when it was stolen. Also has Computer on handle bars. Lady bug bell, white ipod holder.mint green with white accents.

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?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
bike was on our back porch, which only we had access to until i discovered that the alley way gate no longer locks. luckily the only got one bike.
Incident Description: 
There is a lot of street traffic in front of our building. Normally an alley way gate locks closing off back patio area However, lock is broken unknown until bike went missing. Think someone wandered in off street and took it.

Raleigh Capri

Location

Sunnyside and Damen
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, July 27, 2009 - 5:42pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
50 cm
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
It was pretty beaten up. It had bull horns, front brake. Baby Blue grip tape. Toe straps. It had two spoke cards in the front wheel. "Ajs Alley Cat" and " Ghetto-cross"

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?: 
Storage room.
How was the bike locked?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
It was stolen out of the bike room of apt. building.
Incident Description: 
I left it in the storage area of the building when I went to water my uncles plants. I think one of the other people in the building left the door ajar and someone came in and took it.

schwinn jaguar

Location

The Sanctuary
1033 Ontario Street
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, July 22, 2009 - 5:35pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Size: 
large. heavy. 26" wheels
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new seat, bell, handles. Basket holder in front without basket (theif left the basket for some reason). New lights. New breaks, new tires. Basically a better than new bike.

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?: 
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?: 
3 days
Incident Description: 
Second bike stolen from this location. Someone broke into the building and took my bike. I had only used the bike 4 times. It was a totally refurbished bike. Two young black kids seen in area around the time the bike is presumed to have been stolen.

Glacier - not sure if this was the make or model but it was written on the bike

Location

Clark and Fullerton
411 W. Fullerton
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Tuesday, June 30, 2009 - 8:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
mid size womens bike
Color: 
Blue and Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good Condition, removable front tire, factory condition (no extras, basket, horn etc)

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?: 
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 weeks
Incident Description: 
Two bikes were locked together and to a bike rack on the side of my building. The other was not stolen but also not really in working condition (and looks much older). I came down to switch lock to a U lock and cord was cut straight through.

Fuji Finest AL

Location

Under Metra Bridge at the corner of Ravenswood/Leland
1786 W Leland Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
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Date of Theft

Friday, July 24, 2009 - 12:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
IF3J07471
Size: 
49cm M
Color: 
Wht/Blu
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Gel Seat, water bottle holder, front and read LED lights, good condition, about 5 years old

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was cut, and left at the scene.
Lock Type: 
Other U-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?: 
8 hours - daytime
Incident Description: 
I went to work at 8am on the metra and came back around 5:30pm to find the lock laying where my bike was locked up and someone cut through my $40 combination u-lock.

Nishiki Colorado

Location

Sidewalk outside Nine West Shoes
2749 N Clark St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, July 13, 2009 - 8:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
15"
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Excellent condition Nishiki mountain bike from approximately 1995. Has a replacement stem - which may not be noticeable to the casual observer. Tires are relatively new, narrower 'hybrid' tires. Original tires were wide knobby mountain bike 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?: 
Sidewalk in front of an open business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
20 minutes, prior to 'mugging' in broad daylight
Incident Description: 
Owner was assaulted by thief while unlocking bike. Owner was pushed/knocked to the ground by thief, then thief grabbed bike and rode away, heading south on Clark before turning down an alley.

Diamondback Serene

Location

North Avenue Beach
North Avenue and Lake Shore Drive
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, July 27, 2009 - 8:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
09a0163956
Size: 
15" frame, 26" wheels
Color: 
baby blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Almost brand new, about 1 month old and ridden about 10 times

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?: 
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?: 
3 hours
Incident Description: 
The bike was locked to a bike rack with many other bikes for about three hours. It was gone when I went to leave and the lock was not in sight. I assume they cut the cable, which I'm told can be done easily with the right tool. I am guessing it was someone/a group of people trying to steal a bunch of bikes because we walked down the beach path and at the next bike rack was one bike wheel locked to the rack and the bike was gone. I am only guessing that the thieves stole the bike and left the wheel, since it was still locked to the rack with a heavy u-lock and the bike owner did not lock the frame.

Surly Long Haul Trucker

Location

Uptown
Wilson And Kenmore
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, July 27, 2009 - 1:29am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Other (describe in detail below)
Size: 
52
Color: 
Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Very polished, non-modified touring bicycle stolen from uptown with a burnt orange messenger bag.

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?: 
3-4 hours while I was sleeping
Incident Description: 
I was sleeping in the space that I sleep. It was stolen from inside my house. With my burnt orange/yellow Osprey transit messenger bag.

Raleigh Technium

Location

Bucktown/Wicker Park
North ave and Leavitt
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, July 23, 2009 - 6:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
56cm
Color: 
metallic blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
1993, good shape. 3 sprockets in back, clicks while pedaling one sprocket is chipped. White taped drop down handle bars also a profile bar. Ragbrai tags on the frame Two water bottle holders

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?: 
No more than 3 hours
Incident Description: 
Random incident, it was a busy sunny day in the afternoon. The bike was locked to a bike post for no more than three hours outside of my work. The person must have just taken it at randon because this corner has at least 6 bikes locked at it at all times and my bike is for cycling, so the drop down handle bars can be difficult to ride if not formilliar with them. I came out of work at 3pm and both the bike and lock were gone.

Regata

Location

Residence
5422 university ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, July 26, 2009 - 7:29am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Size: 
24' Women's Bike
Color: 
Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Large Square Reflector on front that was held on by a rubber band. LED rear lights held on by twist-ties. Dark green with a few orange and yellow accents. Light brown handle grips. Dent on the back fender. Rusty spokes. Answers to Maxine.

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?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Bicycle was under backporch in enclosed yard unlocked over night only.
Incident Description: 
Bicycle was under the porch/stairs in the back yard the evening of the 25th(Saturday night) During a barbecue. The next day around noon I went back to get the bike and found only the ULock on the ground. The lock had been sitting on the bicycle which had been left unlocked overnight.

Barracuda A2M

Location

1521 W. Haddon
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, July 25, 2009 - 11:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
PT6010096
Size: 
16
Color: 
White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Primarily white with barracuda sticker on frame. New tires.

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?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
several days
Incident Description: 
Bike stolen from garage between 3p-7p. Cable cut and left behind.

Trek 700 (Multitrack?)

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

Location

Apartment building
(removed)
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, July 24, 2009 - 1:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
20"
Color: 
Gray with red and/or gray decals
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
This is a bike purchased at Working Bikes (sticker still on the frame). I believe it is the Trek 700 Multitrack which is a hybrid / road bike. Looking up the bike on vintage-trek it seems like it was from 1998, and is described as silver/titanium with red decals. It has a yellow bottle holder, red Radius brake handles, light mounts on the handlebar & seat post, Planet BIke rear fender, basket on handlebars, raised/upright handlebar, new black tires with white and periwinkle logo. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated.

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?: 
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?: 
BIke was in a locked apartment for about 4 hours.
Incident Description: 
The bike was unlocked inside my apartment building hallway. Having faith in neighbors I never lock the bike up. The bike went missing sometime between 5-7pm on Friday July 24th.

Bianchi Avenue

Location

Home
654 W Wellington Ave #3
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, July 18, 2009 - 5:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
H1B18609
Size: 
16"
Color: 
Burgundy
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Great, barely used condition, plain rack above back tire.

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?: 
Bike had been unlocked in entry area of locked apartment complex for 2 weeks.
Incident Description: 
A non-resident must have learned of the bike's location, set the door up to be opened without a key, and come through two otherwise locked doors to steal the bike.

Specialized fatboy Edition

Location

South Loop
647 Walbash
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, July 16, 2009 - 1:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
BMX Bike
Size: 
Appx . 40' wide 36'high
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Custom ordered Specialized Cruiser bmx bike Only one break pad for the back, front tire is laeger than the back. The tires are replacement tires. Old ones were damaged Colors are distinctive. Its a bmx bike purpose foe tricks of course but more for distance.The colors are (grey)frame rhan stickers on both side orange white and black with the brand name fatboy specialized indicatex on it. There was no kickstand. And the seat, had the same pattern stripes on it, and had a blotch of paint on it. It was an attention grabber because of its uniqueness.

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?: 
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?: 
1.5hrs
Incident Description: 
Rainy afternoon , i parked bike on the garage gate along with a couple of other bikes. I went across the street to have a drink and eat the food that i ordered from harolds chicken when. I was done dining abt an hr and a half later i went outside ans noticed my bike was the only one that was gone.

Gary Fischer Zebrano

Location

Courtyard
516 W. Deming Pl
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, July 21, 2009 - 7:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
18"
Color: 
Red with black & silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
When stolen it was in like new condition with Giant contactAL handlebar stems, one Topeak and one Trek water bottle cages, a Topeak hand tire pump attached to the left side of the down tube, and a seat bag with battery operated flashers.

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?: 
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?: 
1 night
Incident Description: 
Bike was stolen the night of 7/21 - morning of 7/22 from the courtyard in front of my apartment where it was locked to a light pole with a combination cable lock. The cable was cut and left behind