Recent Reports

trek 520 touring

Location

near louis pub
north ave and paulina st
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Saturday, April 14, 2007 - 8:52pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
19"
Color: 
dark green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
bike was in good shape... new chain and cassette. handlebars were flatbar (not standard drop-bar). had lots of stickers, a back rack, and one of those gel seats with the obscene cut-outs.

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 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?: 
locked up at 1am. was gone by 10am
Incident Description: 
i locked my bike to one of those street poles that can be unbolted and lifted out of the base. STUPID! but i love love love my bike and want it back so bad. t he photo's a little misleading cause the bike doesn't have a front rack or bar ends anymore... but it's the only pic i have.

Bareknuckle Track Bike

Location

Fence of parking lot next to what was Pacific Cafe
1625 N Damen Ave
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Friday, April 13, 2007 - 5:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
51cm
Color: 
Light Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike is in very good condition. Most distinguishing feature is that the head tube has a resizer kit in it, reducing it from 1 1/8" to 1", so the front fork is a 1" threaded (a different shade of blue, from an old Cannondale track bike, not drilled for a brake). Other parts include a Black Campy Omega front wheel, unmachined laced to a Miche Primato track hub. Back wheel is a Black Velocity Fusion laced to a Surly track hub, with an 18tooth EuroAisa cog. Silver Sugino 75 cranks, 49tooth chainring and MKS track pedals. Cinielli stem with black bullhorns with cloth tape just in the center. Brand new brown Brooks saddle. No brakes. There's a spokecard from the 2007 Stuporbowl in the back wheel. Bareknuckle frames, unfortunately, do not have serial numbers. The frame was from Yojimbo's garage, which may have a record of the sale still.

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 a metal pole, pipe, or fence.

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?: 
Was locked up at 10am. Witness saw it taken around 2:30.
Incident Description: 
Locked my bike up to the fence by my work like I do every day at 10am. Was still there at noon when I went to lunch, but was gone at 6pm when I got off. I spoke to the bank across the street (who own the lot) and they confirmed that neither they or the city had the bike removed. Later a friend spoke to one of the bikers for Potbellys, who said that he saw the bike being pulled off the fence by an "young asian male" and put into the back of a car around 2:30. Lock was either picked, or tapped with freon, as the lock was gone and there was no damage to the fence. I'm pretty sure that my bike had been scouted out for theft, as i generally locked it in the same place, and the thieves pulled up in a car, on a major street, and stole it in seconds.

fuji touring bike

Location

western/milwaukee blue line stop
western and milwaukee
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Tuesday, April 10, 2007 - 9:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
mens 51 cm
Color: 
maroon/black/gray
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
elios 2 chromoly touring frame (nicks on both side of top bar), shimano shifters (scratched), black splash guards, toe clips, back saddlebag rack, mounts for u-locks, front/back lights and bike computer, orange colored rear tire

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 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?: 
over 24 hours
Incident Description: 
left my bike locked to a bike rack at the western/milwaukee blue line stop on a tuesday afternoon around 3pm. i went to pick it up on wednesday at 11pm and it was gone.

specialized Allez double

Location

harold washington college
30 east lake street
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Monday, April 9, 2007 - 7:50am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
P6CN11503
Size: 
j6
Color: 
black/silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
brand new. i rode it once

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?: 
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?: 
4 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked to an iron fence in front of the school. at major intersection downtown. right next to and el stop. i can only imagine the thief was a pro. how daring

Lemond poprad

Location

100 S Wacker
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Monday, March 26, 2007 - 4:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
49
Color: 
White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
excellent condition, new chain and rear hub,

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?: 
Alley or side passageway.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
8 hours
Incident Description: 
Parked bicycle at 9:30am with cable and pad lock intended to return in an hour but got tied up in the office came out at 5:00pm and the bicycle was gone.

Cannondale Warrior 900

Location

Merchandise Mart
Wells and kinzie
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Thursday, March 29, 2007 - 8:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
N109526
Size: 
Not sure - I am 6'7" so tall
Color: 
Black (silver overlay)
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Like new. Small scratch on top tube near the neck.

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 both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
15 min
Incident Description: 
I was in the Merchandise mart for about 15 min and when I came out it was missing. There was a few bike messengers near by acting odd, but they of course had not seen anything.

trek 7000

Location

3084 s. lyman
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Monday, March 26, 2007 - 7:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
c55kg567
Size: 
17.5
Color: 
blu/slv
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
new no damage. Had a water bottle holder and seat bag (black)

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?: 
bike was stolen from inside home
Incident Description: 
Someone entered my home and took off with my bike.

Trek 820

Location

angela standhardt
540 W. Armitage,basement of building
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Wednesday, March 21, 2007 - 7:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
18 1/2-in-frame men's bike, 26-in wheels
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition, few scratches. Black body with blue/white decals. Silver plastic fender over back wheel. U-lock on right side of frame, attached to the seat tube.

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?: 
overnight
Incident Description: 
The bikes of several tenants of my building, including my bike, were stolen from the bike storage area of my building. The front door lock was broken. Whoever did this stole at least three bikes and one bike tire. I figure these bikes - my Trek, a black Mongoose, and Canondale - will all be available for sale somewhere soon. If you see them, please call!!!

Schwinn

Location

Damen Ave & Division St
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Thursday, March 22, 2007 - 11:46am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Color: 
Pale Pink
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 

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?: 
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?: 
Weeks
Incident Description: 
Broke lock on my garage and stole the bicycle.

Giant

Location

738 West Briar Place
West Briar Place
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Thursday, March 22, 2007 - 4:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
N/A
Size: 
Small-Medium Sized Women's Bike
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike is new (less than one year old), it has a brand new seat on it (slender, black and gray), and there is a black basket on the front of the bike. The wheels have that green slime in them, and there may be some residue on the tires.

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?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Less than 2 and 1/2 hours
Incident Description: 
This bike was parked directly in front of my apartment building, locked to a thick metal pole on the gate next to two other bikes. I went outside at about 10:00 pm to bring the bike upstairs for the night, and it was gone.

Bianchi Avenue

Location

my apartment yard
954 N. Winchester Av.
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Wednesday, March 21, 2007 - 8:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
no idea
Size: 
small-medium- 19in frame
Color: 
teal-green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The bike was a Bianchi Avenue and had a rusty chain b/c I left it outside most of the winter. It's 2 years old, with a rack on the back (tied a milk crate to it- doubt that it's still there). Also, I had a bell in the front right side that barely worked.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Object that bike was locked to was broken, removed, or otherwise compromised.
Lock Type: 
Other U-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?: 
Porch or yard.
How was the bike locked?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
about 6 days
Incident Description: 
I was taking a shower and I heard a noise outside, but, it wasn't until I was taking out the trash that I noticed it was gone. My guess is the theaf lives in the area because they would have to get it over a large gate and it's relatively hard to notice it from the alley. I had locked it to a fence (which was fine for a whole year) that they clipped. The picture is of a basic Bianchi avenue but it looks just like it.

1997 Trek 400 Mountain Track

Location

Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago
321 Superior Street
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Wednesday, March 21, 2007 - 11:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
no idea
Size: 
Medium Sized
Color: 
Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike was dark green with purple lettering. It had sratches galore but overall looked good for it's age (10years old). Tires were recently replaced with city tires and had a newer larger seat. It has a partially torn off bike license that is orange and was issued from Central Michigan University which is identifiable on the sticker.

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?: 
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?: 
8 hours ( I was in class during the theft)
Incident Description: 
Bike was taken in broad daylight in front of valet servicemen and security without notice. I had been parking my bike at the same location without incident for nearly 8 months. Currently, I am awaiting the security camera tape for more info on the theif. Bike and lock were taken with no evidence left at the scene. Another bike was locked to the same location as mine had been so I suspect my bike was taken sometime in the morning shortly after locking it up.

Cannondale 2005 Sport Road 500

Location

My apartment
1406 W Olive Ave
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Wednesday, March 21, 2007 - 2:27am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
Q025899
Size: 
Large
Color: 
Gold
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Looks pretty new. It had a rear rack on it at the time of theft.

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 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 rear wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
3 days
Incident Description: 
The theif broke in to my basement, stole another bike and stole my bike. The bike was locked with a U-lock through the frame and wheel to a chain that was wrapped around a pole in my basement. This bike is my means of transportation for work and school. Please help me find it!

2003 Bianchi Pista

Location

Wicker Park neighborhood
W Division St & N Wood St
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Sunday, March 18, 2007 - 10:05am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
53 cm
Color: 
Dark Grey
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Dark grey with red ding-pad, bullhorn handlebars with white grip tape on one side only, blue chain.

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?: 
45 min
Incident Description: 
My boyfriend had his 2003 Bianchi Pista was stolen from our yard - It's a fixed gear with a dark grey frame, red ding-pad, blue chain, and bullhorn handlebars with white grip tape.

Trek 720 (1986 Touring Model)

Location

Morse and Ashland
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Wednesday, March 14, 2007 - 6:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
Unknown
Color: 
Burgundy
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Paint Chipped

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 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 both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1.5 hours
Incident Description: 
The stolen bike is the smaller of the two identical models in the rear of the picture. Bike was stolen from the front of the Don Gordon campaign office in Rogers Park

06 LeMond Reno

Location

in front of century mall
clark and diversey
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Sunday, March 11, 2007 - 12:20pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
itk5g36379
Size: 
61
Color: 
silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
5 months old, stock, red rear under-seat bag, bar tape needs repair, front wheel long stem on tube, rear wheel short stem

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was cut, and left at the scene.
Lock Type: 
Cable w/ Integrated Key Lock
What was the bike locked to?: 
Locked to bike rack.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Sidewalk in front of an open business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 hours
Incident Description: 
Locked bike, went to movie. Came out bike was gone.

Specialized Dolce

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

Location

175 W Jackson building
175 W Jackson
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Thursday, February 22, 2007 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
48#
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition, blue front tire, back wheel quick release locked with hose clamp, black plastic rear fender

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 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?: 
4.5 hours
Incident Description: 
STOLEN: Red Specialized Dolce Road Bike 2/22 (Jackson/Wells b/w 5-9:30 pm) My bike was stolen sometime between 5 pm and 9:30 pm from Wells b/w Jackson and Van Buren. Blue front Tire. Serial #P4L16050. This bike is my baby and I miss her so much already! If you have any information on where she might be or ideas of where to check, I would be very grateful. 773.425.3189.

No-name fixie conversion

Location

Monks of Cool
5113 S. Kimbark Ave.
Chicago , IL
United States
Contact information hidden by Chicago Stolen Bike Registry. Contact the CSBR staff to contact the owner.

Date of Theft

Monday, February 19, 2007 - 8:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
around 56cm
Color: 
black and red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
This is a Raleigh road bike from the '80s which has been converted to a fixie. The frame is black with an extremely flaky red paint job; the logos have been scraped off. The handlebars are homemade bullhorns wrapped in black cotton tape. There is a brake caliper up front, but no lever. The wheels are some generic wheels off a cheap track bike. It has a gold anodized BMX crankset, MKS cyclocross pedals, and a blue <a href=http://cetmaracks.com/>CETMArack</a>.

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?: 
Alley or side passageway.
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?: 
7 hours
Incident Description: 
I got home last night at 2:00 a.m. and left my bike under my back porch, which is behind a garage. The spot isn't visible from the alley; you'd have to go around the side of the building to see it. When I came down this morning at 9 a.m., the bike was gone. This bike is worth almost nothing; I found the frame next to a Dumpster 2.5 years ago and have been riding it hard and leaving it out in the rain ever since. The only remotely valuable parts are the $80 CETMArack and the Shimano brake caliper, but this bike has great sentimental value to me. Her name is Carmen Sandiego.

Huffy Crosswind 1998

Location

Apartment back entrance, under staircase
1633 W. Lunt Ave.
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Thursday, November 23, 2006 - 6:31pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
adult woman's 26"
Color: 
Royal Purple
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
It is a purple bike with pink writing and gear shifts, some scratching on grips and pedals. Gel seat, had u-bar lock under seat. Brakes recently services, and cables were slightly frayed.

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 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 weeks (ridden during days, locked in same place at night/when not in use)
Incident Description: 
The bike was stolen sometime over Thanksgiving weekend, 2006. It was locked there regularly, but it must have been targeted. The lock was a cable combination Kryptonite, so chances are the thief had bolt cutters. The u-lock was under the seat (attached to the frame only) and was made by Bell.

TREK 7300

Location

Garage
2029 N. Bissell
Chicago , IL
United States

Date of Theft

Monday, January 22, 2007 - 3:26pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
20"
Color: 
Green & Wheat
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Green & Wheat. Great shape

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?: 
Stored in garage
Incident Description: 
Garage door was lifted. Bike was stolen.