Recent Reports

Bike Friday Pocket Pilot

Date of Theft

Tuesday, October 16, 2012 - 6:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Folding / Compact Bike
Serial No.: 
11887
Size: 
Small (equivalent of 50 cm), with 20-inch wheels (451 x 28 mm)
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Very good condition. Shimano Ultegra SL crank, shifters and derailleurs, drop handlebars. Has a badge on the seat tube near the bottom bracket that reads, "Custom made in Eugene, Oregon, for Steve Carrelli."

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Other
What was the bike locked to?: 
Locked to 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?: 
One hour.
Incident Description: 
The bike was locked to a bike rack in front of the Museum of Contemporary Art on the corner of Chicago Avenue and Mies Van Der Rohe Way at 6:00 PM. It was locked with a cable that passed through both wheels and around the monotube of the frame (it is a small and unusual shape for a bike) and was secured with a mini U-lock (with flat key) to a bike rack. When I returned at 7:00 PM, the bike was gone and there was no sign of the lock or cable. It could have been stolen by cutting either the cable or the mini U-lock, but I suspect that it would be easier to cut the cable.

Specialized Sirrus - 2012 Green

Location

One North Wacker
One North Wacker Drive
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, October 16, 2012 - 5:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WSBC602391495G
Size: 
Medium
Color: 
Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Like new - Specialized Sirrus in Green - Has Rear black plastic fender, two silver "Bell" LED lights - some scratches near the handlebar mount due to tri-bars being installed for a short period.

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: 
Rode my bike in to work at One North Wacker Drive - Locked on the rack behind the building in the alley at about 8:30AM - Went to retrieve at 5:15PM to find the lock was cut and bike was gone.

Specialized Vita

Location

My house
1820 N. Paulina St. Apt 3
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, October 2, 2012 - 2:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WSBC602052887G
Size: 
medium
Color: 
black/pink
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Great condition. pink handlebars. pink bell that says I heart my bike. bike lights. kickstand and water bottle holder.

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?: 
a few days
Incident Description: 
The garage at my house was left open.

Gary Fisher Tiburon

Location

Home
Broadway and Belle Plaine
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, October 16, 2012 - 2:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WTOO90C1264F
Size: 
15
Color: 
Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
In good condition, had a zipper pouch on the front, but that could be easily removed, bike tended to click in 5th gear

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?: 
Bike was, unfortunately, not locked - parking area gate was broken
Incident Description: 
Four bikes were sitting under apartment stairs back behind building in a typically locked parking lot and all four had been there for quite some time. The gate for the parking lot broke and was left open for one night. Two of the bikes were stolen at once overnight, the other two were left below the stairs. Appreciate any information on my bike.

Schwinn Mountain Bike

Location

Main St, Metra Station Evanston
Washington St & Custer Ave
Evanston , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, September 11, 2012 - 4:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
21
Color: 
Metallic Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
looks new but is used. Has both front and rear suspension. The rear suspension clamp is broken on the right hand side. Gears dont shift very well and chain falls off usually when you push the bike backwards. The Bike was stolen on Sep 11th, 2012 from the Main St Metra station in Evanston, IL

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 both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
4 to 5 hrs is my guesstimate.
Incident Description: 
The Bike was stolen on Sep 11th, 2012 from the Main St Metra station in Evanston, IL

Trek 7.1

Location

Clybourn Metra Stop
Ashland, just south of Armitage, Elston
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, September 30, 2012 - 12:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
Not sure of exact size, but I'm 5'11" if that helps.
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Little scratched, has a bike rack on the back, front and rear fenders...if it helps I recently installed a new skewer for the front tire. It should stand out as it's shiny and new compared to the rear skewer.

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?: 
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?: 
Fewer than 36 hours
Incident Description: 
I had locked the bike up on Ashland Ave., underneath the viaduct at the Metra Clybourn stop on Saturday afternoon, September 29th. On Monday morning, October 1st, I came downstairs and it was gone. I locked the bike's front tire and frame to the bike lock with a U-Lock, and locked the rear tire to the frame with a cable lock.

Trek Navigator 2.0

Location

Rice St. and Oakley Ave.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, October 13, 2012 - 3:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
SWTU056C1790F
Size: 
18 1/2 "
Color: 
Dark Grey
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Nearly new, Brown leather seat, cable lock coiled under seat, water bottle holder

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Not locked.
Lock Type: 
Combination Cable 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: 
The garage door was last closed at 1 p.m. Friday afternoon. Sometime between Friday afternoon and Saturday at noon, the garage door was pried open and the bike was stolen.

Masi Speciale Fixed

Location

My House, Berteau Manor, at Ashland and Berteau
4200 N. Ashland
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, October 13, 2012 - 1:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
60 CM
Color: 
Orange with Black Detail and Lettering.
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike was near new with minor paint chips. It had black drop bars with one vertical brake on the right side. It also had purple animal pedals and black and red YNOT straps. In the back wheel, there was a white laminated spoke card reading "cycle right." Upon theft, there was a black pro-tec helmet locked to the bike as well.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Other
What was the bike locked to?: 
Locked to a wooden pole, railing, or fence.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Porch or yard.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 day before theft
Incident Description: 
I had the bike locked up to my porch and was inside all day. The incident happened approximately at 1:30pm and there were two unfamiliar men on my porch around that time who I assumed were neighbors from up/downstairs. They both had short hair if not shaved heads, although I did not get a good look. before taking my bike, lock and helmet, they ripped a bar off of my porch which the bike was locked to.

Mongoos Sabrosa Ocho

Location

Fullerton "L" Red Line Station
Fullerton Ave.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, September 13, 2012 - 9:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Should look pretty used, handlebars show a lot of wear on the rubber, stickers on side are wearing off, kickstand has been snapped off, brake cables are fraying, brakes squeak, water bottle is missing from holder.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was opened, and left unharmed 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?: 
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?: 
3-3.5 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was lock up at the Fullerton "L" station for a matter of hours and was simply gone upon my return with the U-lock still there.

Trek 820

Location

Transportation Building
600 S Dearborn St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, October 13, 2012 - 10:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
26'
Color: 
Red and gray
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The bike was in great shape. Bought it from Play It Again Sports on Ashland only 2 weeks ago. The Play It Again Sports sticker/price tag was still on the front of the bike. It had Shimano trigger shifter gears, a front head light, front wheel shocks.

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 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?: 
2 days
Incident Description: 
The bike was locked to a street sign pole in front of my building at 600 S Dearborn on Friday evening. I usually bring the bike up to my apt but figured I'd be riding it the next day. It then proceeded to rain all day Sat and Sun so I never went back to get it. Monday evening at 6pm I went to see if it was alright and it was gone along with any sign of the lock or anything. It was locked up next to some scaffolding that spans the whole front of the 600 S Dearborn building.

RedLine

Location

Lincoln Square
4721 N Lincoln
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, October 14, 2012 - 11:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
Blue/Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Almost new bike, with mudguards. Short straight black handlebars

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 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?: 
24 hours
Incident Description: 
Brand new Ulock was cut and a part of it was left at the scene. Bike was stolen from 4721 N Lincoln Ave

Jamis Commuter 3

Location

My house
2155 North Spaulding
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, October 6, 2012 - 3:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
u9yk18813
Size: 
18"
Color: 
ocean blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Leather handle bars, finished wood panel over back wheel, light - great condition minimal wear

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 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?: 
2 days
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked to my wooden porch Friday night with a kryptonite cable connected to a u-lock. Noticed it was gone Sunday morning, locks and all. It was a very nice bike, so I think that my neighbors could have possibly saw an opportunity to grab it. However, our back yard door is often left open which would provide easier access. Three other bikes that are locked up were not touched.

Pacific

Location

5600 N Sheridan Ave.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, October 13, 2012 - 9:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Color: 
Purple/Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Handle bars worn down, new bike seat/lock.

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 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?: 
3 days

Silver Huffy Strider Women's Bike

Location

600 W Lake
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, October 12, 2012 - 5:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
Small - medium, fits 5' 2" woman. 20" wheels
Color: 
Silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Very good condition, brand new tires. Black wrap along handlebars. Has 'STRIDER' written on cross bar next to two red and yellow stripes

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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
8 hours
Incident Description: 
Went to work and parked my bike outside my work at Lake and Desplaines in the loop. Parked it to a street sign on the SW corner of the intersection. Came out to work at 5pm and my bike and lock were gone. Street sign was still intact.

Schwinn World Sport

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

Location

Rockwell and Ardmore
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, October 11, 2012 - 6:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Color: 
Maroon
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
1980's Schwinn converted to fixed gear/single speed hub. Frame is a slightly beat up, maroon. Black Alex Rims, black pedals and crankset, black riser bars.

Lock Information

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

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
4 months
Incident Description: 
Bike was in a locked garage, hanging on the wall. Noticed it was gone during the evening of October 12th, but could have been stolen a day or two before, just didn't notice it was missing. Nothing else was stolen from the garage except for the bike.

Diamondback 2012 Insight

Location

Villa Park Metra Train Station
Ardmore Ave
Villa Park , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, October 10, 2012 - 7:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
White with blac writing
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new; 5 months old. Lightweight frame with black handlebars and large wheels; thinner tires.

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?: 
13 hours
Incident Description: 
Left the bike at 6am at the train station bike rack (south side of the tracks) with several other bikes. Rechecked my lock to ensure I locked it. Was gone all day and came to the lot at 7pm to a missing bike. Lot is decently lit and near some lower income apartments. It is not under video watch.

Beat-up old Randor Metro

Location

Illinois Center
233 N. Michigan Ave.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, October 11, 2012 - 10:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
Adult size
Color: 
Black/Orange writing
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bicycle is old and very beat up. Modified mountain bike that I changed to a single speed and replaced mountain tires with road tires. Rear brakes don't work. Has nice, new noseless seat and two folding racks on the back. White bottle in rack. Mountings for lights. Front frame is poorly aligned.

Lock Information

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

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Sidewalk in front of a closed business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Overnight
Incident Description: 
My old beater was stolen from in front of my office building, in a well lit area not far from the security desk. Bike is in

Nishiki Mixte

Location

1652 N Mozart St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, October 11, 2012 - 8:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
4051866
Size: 
Small
Color: 
Pink
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Front internal dynamo hub light, rear rack, bontager rear tire

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?: 
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?: 
2 days unridden, always locked to fence overnight.
Incident Description: 
Chainlink fence cut, (4) bikes stolen from home. Taken between 7:30-8:30 pm

2010 Trek 7.1 FX

Location

1300 - 1400 Cornelia Ace
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, October 6, 2012 - 9:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WTV349C3260E
Size: 
20 Frame M
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition. Has a seat leash and a bell in the handle bars. Also had a clip on for a kryptonite u-lock. Had a small commuter bag attached under the seat (large enough to hold a phone but not larger than that).

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?: 
2 weeks
Incident Description: 
My apartment was broken into and my bike was stolen, among other things.

Bianchi Castro Valley

Location

Harold Washington Library
400 S. State Street
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, October 10, 2012 - 7:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Other (describe in detail below)
Serial No.: 
H6N0 6114
Size: 
58 cm
Color: 
Light Green (a.k.a. Antique Celeste, a.k.a. Gang Green)
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bianchi Castro Valley. Commuter/hybrid. This bike was unique to begin with and has been slightly customized over the last five years, here are some features: Dropped front bars with Shimano Tiagra right brake/shift lever and Cane Creek left brake lever. The bike doesn't have a front derailleur, rear only Handlebar tape is Bianchi labeled on right bar and unlabeled on the left bar. Both sides have Planet bike reflective bar plugs. Black fenders front and rear with homemade mud flaps (it's a sheet of vinyl zip tied to the rear edge of the front fender and the front edge of the rear fender). Jandd Mountain Engineering rear rack with an orange "Golden Gurnsey" crate on it. the rear reflector is mounted to the bottom of the rack and is about 3 inches wide and 1 inch tall MKS Aluminum Pedals. Shimano Biopace 44 Tooth front Chainring (it's slightly oblong instead of round) SRAM 11-35 tooth 9 speed rear cassette. Shimano in hub front generator with generator powered headlight. Fisher price bell Blue and Black Mongoose brand seat

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?: 
Locked through both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
It was locked for 6 hours during the afternoon and early evening
Incident Description: 
The lock appears to have been cut with a cable cutter. It was in front of the Harold Washington Library near the corner of State and Van Buren. One strange probably unrelated incident was that a man dressed in a Pizza outfit handing out flyers had approached me as I was walking the bike to the library around noon. He made some comments about the bike being nice, asked what I paid for it, and made an accusatory statement "I bet you could afford one of those $7000 bikes". Just kinda odd.