Recent Reports

Surly Cross-Check 2013

Location

My apartment
4401 N Mozart St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, October 13, 2013 - 5:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
M13031490
Size: 
small
Color: 
chartreuse, bright green with cobalt basket on back
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
purchased June 12 2013 cross check decals are there but heavily chipped off due to locking the bike. back rack with a zip tied bright blue basket. medium grey handle bar tape. This is my only bike and means of transportation- stolen from my apartment's LOCKED courtyard. California and Montrose (across from Horner Park)

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?: 
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?: 
my apartment's LOCKED courtyard where it was LOCKED with a "U" lock to the bike rack. It was last scene locked up at 4pm 10-13-13 and this morning at 8am was not there.
Incident Description: 
came home, locked my bike. Left to get my bike to ride to work- it was gone.

Trek 3700

Location

910 S. Wabash
5754 Fall Creek Rd
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, October 14, 2013 - 6:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
Large
Color: 
Black w/ Grey Accented Numbers
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Used - no scratches, Basic Kevlar combo lock was stolen as well, 1 Bell Headlight, 1 Bell Rearlight

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 front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
3 hours
Incident Description: 
While I was in class (3pm-6pm) my bike was stolen. The lock and all. This occurred at around the addresses 916 and 910 S. Wabash. I'm guessing they smashed the combo lock and just took everything with them.

Kestrel RT1000

Location

Richmond
Rt. 12 near Hill rd.
Richmond , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, October 13, 2013 - 3:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
KS182AK0080J
Size: 
59 cm
Color: 
Black/Red/White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
less than 1 year old, carbon frame, Shimano Ultegra components, FSA crank, Specialized Avatar saddle, Vuelta wheels, Continental 4000s tires, Shimano Ultegra spd-sl pedals, Tacx bottle cages

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?: 
5 minutes
Incident Description: 
Bike was on a guard rail along Route 12 in Richmond IL for 5-7 minutes.

Schwinn Loop 7-Speed Folding Bike

Location

Irving Part Brown Line
1812 West Irving Park Road
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, October 14, 2013 - 3:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Folding / Compact Bike
Size: 
Small
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
2 yrs old bike, some scratches here and there but fairly new bike. Recently had to change the back tire to slimmer one. So front tire and back tire are different. Light holders are installed for both front and back lights.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Newer U-Lock w/ Flat Key
What was the bike locked to?: 
Locked to a metal pole, pipe, or fence.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Sidewalk in front of an open business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
6 hours
Incident Description: 
I locked my bike and helmet at the location around 9:30am on Oct 14, 2013. When I came back around 3:30pm, nothing was left.

vanmoof no.3

Location

home
1837 W Fulton St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, October 14, 2013 - 12:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
M10D005120
Size: 
adult
Color: 
silver
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand New looking with a dent in the front fender.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
Lock Type: 
Other
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?: 
2 days
Incident Description: 
After watching "Resolution" last night, I put in earplugs and went to bed in my coach house apartment. I thought I heard the garage door open, but I had just watched a scary film and thought I was being paranoid. I woke up this morning to find the door open and my bike missing. The bike has a lock built in to the back wheel so only god knows how they are using the bike. The only difference between my bike and the picture is an installed silver "ecorack" over the back tire with an orange bungee chord wrapped around it.

Giant Via 2 W (2009 model)

Location

Parkes Hall, Northwestern University
1870 Sheridan Road
Evanston , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, October 13, 2013 - 12:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
B-013262
Size: 
14-18 inch commuter/cruiser
Color: 
Black with white accents
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
About 5 years old, in great condition with regular wear and tear. Seat is slightly torn but visibly sealed together with latex sealant. Frame above the chain wheel is dented downwards. Front basket fixture added, visibly newer than rest of bike.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
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 rear wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
3 days
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked in front of Parkes Hall on Sheridan Road in Northwestern University, with a row of other bikes. The lock was found unharmed, still locked to the bike rack.

Waterford Track Bike (all Black)

Location

Inner Town Pub
1935 w thomas
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

Sunday, October 13, 2013 - 11:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
Approx 54cm
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Black bicycle. Phil Wood High-Flange Rear Hub Laced to Red Deep-V Rim. Front Low-flange Phil Wood Hub laced to textured gray deep-v. Unique brooks 'cambium' saddle. USPS Eagle Stamp on headtube. 36mm Nito Bars. MKS Touring Pedals with Leather Straps. Black carbon track fork. Top tube has several dents. Bars have a large 'door' ding in them. Bike is drilled and has braze-ons for rear brake (special SFO edition).

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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 hour

Raleigh road bike

Location

1013 N. Winchester av
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, October 13, 2013 - 11:15am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
Adult size
Color: 
black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Old but very good condition, Raleigh road bike.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Other
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?: 
1 day

Schwinn Le Tour

Location

727 S. Laflin St.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, October 6, 2013 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
L323483
Color: 
Yellow
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Has a big headlight and tail light. both functioning.

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 wooden pole, railing, 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?: 
a week

Trek, Navigator 2.0

Location

Residence
3213 N. Racine Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, October 12, 2013 - 6:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
Wtu234c2888b
Size: 
Women's mountain bike
Color: 
Silver/blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Like new, small black bike zipper pouch under the seat, mount for water bottle

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Other
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?: 
Bike was locked only to itself, through one or both wheels.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 year
Incident Description: 
Bike was taken from inside a residential garage with alley access.

Giant - Not sure of Model

Location

Apartment Garage
2348 N Lister Avenue
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, October 11, 2013 - 12:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
Not Sure
Size: 
Not Sure
Color: 
all
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Great Condition, bought in 2011 but not ridden much. All black bike with white GIANT on the frame. Had a bag on the back of the seat that easily could've been removed but that was the most distinguishing thing about it.

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?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
10 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked in a garage attached to my building, the garage is locked except for people that live there. The thief somehow got inside the garage and had time to saw the hand rail it was U-locked to off without anyone seeing him. I last saw it around 6:30 Friday night and went to the garage at 8:00 am Saturday morning and it was gone. The lock was taken with it as well.

Origin8 Uno

Location

Multi-unit apartment building (Ardmore and Glenwood)
1339 W. Ardmore Ave. #3
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, October 11, 2013 - 12:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
I think the frame size is 53 cm. I am 5'6" and it fit me well.
Color: 
Grey with brown seat and brown handlebars.
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Origin8 Uno - $549 Grey frame, tan seat, tan handlebar wraps, black rack on the back. Single gear commuter. Flip-flop rear hub, alloy seat post, hubs and rims with stainless steel spokes.

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 wooden pole, railing, or fence.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How was the bike locked?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
A couple of days.
Incident Description: 
The bike was locked to a wooden railing in my back courtyard. The wooden railing was cut with a hack saw and the bike and lock were removed together. The courtyard has a gate that locks and the bike is not visible from the alley where the gate is accessed, so this may have been stolen by someone in my building.

Specialized Allez

Location

555 WEST KINZIE STREET
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, October 12, 2013 - 1:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
WSBC606042857H
Color: 
Black with white lettering
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
brand new

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?: 
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?: 
3 WEEKS

Women's Giant Escape

Location

GoHealth
214 W Huron St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, October 11, 2013 - 4:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
C319863
Size: 
Small frame
Color: 
White with turquoise accents
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Great condition. Small scratch on the left side of the cross bar. Black aluminum bottle holder.

Lock Information

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

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Sidewalk in front of an open business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
8 hours
Incident Description: 
I locked the bike up at 8:30am. I came out to get it at 5:00pm and the bike and lock were both missing. This was outside of 214 W Huron st., Chicago, IL 60654.

Diamond back

Location

Blue line station
Milwaukee & Western ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, October 11, 2013 - 1:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good

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?: 
10 hours
Incident Description: 
Stolen from western/Milwaukee blue line station

Tuffy

Location

Clyborne metra
Armitage
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, October 12, 2013 - 12:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Color: 
Blue and black with yellow writing
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
7 shift, 3 gears. Spot to put a flag attached to back tire. Handlebars slightly rusted

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 rear wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
24hrs
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked at clyborne metra stop overnight. In morning both bike and lock were missing

Trek 7.3FX

Location

1836 N WILMOT
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, October 12, 2013 - 3:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU014C3045G
Size: 
17.5
Color: 
SILVER
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
BRAND NEW. HAD A CHILD CARRIER ON BACK (SCHWINN)

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?: 
WEEKS
Incident Description: 
ENTERED LOCKED GARAGE BY FORCE AND TOOK BIKE

20" Verso Cologne Folding Unisex Bike Model # KT499-400

Location

CNA
333 S Wabash
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, October 10, 2013 - 10:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Folding / Compact Bike
Size: 
20" Verso Cologne Folding Unisex Bike
Color: 
white
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bike was brand new just purchased October 3rd. Front reflector moves freely along handle bars as I never secured it in place with the screw. White frame with the words Verso on it.

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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Bike was locked at this location for approx. 7hrs. During course of workday
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked to bike rack between CNA building and potbelly's restaurant. I use it to commute from train station to CNA on south wabash. When I came out at 4pm to go to train station for my evening commute home bike was gone. Bungee cord that came with bike is in my possession so it will be missing from rack on back of bike. Additionally the front reflector was never tightened so it moves freely along handle bars

schwinn

Location

wormhole coffee
1470 n Milwaukee
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, October 11, 2013 - 8:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
lady's bike with seat set to fit 5'4" frame
Color: 
faded royal blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The bike was already second hand when I got it. Back brake is noticeabley loose. Has the red diamond/star insignia just below the handlebars. Might have a heavy duty plastic black band attached to the frame where the lock used to be attached.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
Lock Type: 
Other
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?: 
up to 3 hrs
Incident Description: 
Lock attached to bike with heavy duty metal and plastic fastener. Plastic part of fastener must have been cut. Metal part would still be attached to bike. Lock attached to fastener and bike rack. Lock left at bike rack. Bike was outside wormhole cafe from 8am. Discovered missing by 1130am when I saw 3 new bikes at the rack.

Giant Escape City

Location

CTA Irving Park Brown Line Station
Irving Park
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, October 10, 2013 - 6:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
C23L3236
Size: 
Adult - medium frame
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Less than 1 year old, but looks brand new. Flat black paint on the frame with Giant logo in dark gray. Rear rack above the back tire.

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?: 
36 hours - parked just outside of the Irving Park brown line stop - likely caught on the sidewalk security camera at some point between 9:00am on Wednesday and 6:00pm on Thursday when I went to retrieve it
Incident Description: 
I locked the bike to the sidewalk fence just East of the Irving Park brown line stop at ~9:00am on Wednesday 10/9. I went to pick it up on Thursday 10/10 at 6:00pm. I noticed that there is a security camera outside of the CTA station on the sidewalk and the theft was likely caught on the sidewalk security camera at some point between 9:00am on Wednesday and 6:00pm on Thursday when I went to retrieve it.