Recent Reports

Takara Racing/Road Bike Single Speed

Location

Back of House Garage
2918 W Fulton
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, February 12, 2010 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
790733290
Size: 
57-59cm frame height
Color: 
Olive Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
good condition, Takara "Advantage" black slim wheels with Alex Rims, B17 Narrow Brooks Black Leather Saddle, Drop handle bars with Black tape, "Takara" is in white paint on the center of the frame.

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?: 
Not Locked
Incident Description: 
Girlfriend drove home, and opened the garage at 10pm. All 4 bikes were gone, including Takara, Black Mongoose Mountain Bike, Silver Specialized Mountain Bike with Obama/Biden sticker, and SE Lager Chocolate Brown color road bike. The garage was closed, and the garage door was locked. Police believe culprit(s) could've had a remote device to open garage (because there was no damage done to the garage), or someone homeless who roams through the alley might've gotten lucky.

2009 KONA major one

Location

rehabilitation institute of Chicago
335 Superior street
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, February 10, 2010 - 7:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
56 cm
Color: 
brown/white
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
almost brand new 56 cm brown/white/black kona major one. it had a black tube protector, and a black wheel set with brass spoke nipples.

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?: 
45 minutes
Incident Description: 
i went to go see a friend who was struck by a car on her bicycle, and is in rehab for it. when i came back, everything was gone. i had smoked a cigarette before going inside, and naturally checked over everything, it was all secure, and there was a bolt with nut through the signpost. when i came back, there was still a bolt with a nut on it at the bottom of the signpost. i can only assume that someone came along, decided they wanted it, and had a wrench, and lifted up the signpost.

Windsor Hour Track Bike

Location

Wicker Park
1458 W. Blackhawk
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, February 6, 2010 - 6:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Size: 
54C
Color: 
Red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Bare drop bars, White tape around the top of the frame and blue tape on the bottom. The saddle had black tape on it and the fender was also taped on with black tape. The wheels are white (kind of drop V knock offs.)

Lock Information

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

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Front of building in residential area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
3 hours
Incident Description: 
According to a neighbor who saw the man stealing my bike. He was a Latino man with longer hair and a black jacket. He used an industrial strength saw. The neighbor yelled at him, but the man played it off as if it was his bike.

2010 Trek PDX

Location

Echelon Apartment Parking Garage
353 Des Plaines
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, January 31, 2010 - 12:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU230c2132E
Size: 
22.5
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
It is brand new. in perfect condition. i have had it 2 weeks. it has mounts for a u lock, and front and black light but all of them are missing.

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?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
4 days, i live in the apartment i saw it on sunday, went down thursday to use it and it was gone.
Incident Description: 
I went down to the parking garage to get my bike and it was gone, nothing was left, no lock or anything. I have had it two weeks. Im not sure how they took it unless they cut the lock and for some reason took it with them. it is very strange.

2008 Kona Dew

Location

in front of apartment building
2842 N. Whipple
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, January 25, 2010 - 6:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Size: 
fits me perfectly at 5 feet 8 inches
Color: 
Aqua/Green
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
city wear and tear, rear rack with red web fasteners, nice black fenders

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?: 
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?: 
7pm to 6am
Incident Description: 
My bike was locked up with 3 other bikes, and mine was the only one stolen. There were some footprints in the snow around my bike that looked like women's prints, but were indistinguishable. I ride my bike all the time, and would really like it back, if you have any information at all I'd appreciate it immensely.

Giant Warp

Location

843 North Washtenaw
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, January 25, 2010 - 5:32pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Other (describe in detail below)
Size: 
16
Color: 
red
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
This was a full suspension bike. It has yellow Judy front shocks. The back breaks did not work. They are disc breaks. There was curled hill climbers on ends of handlebar.

Lock Information

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

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Alley or side passageway.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
It was standing by back northside alley gate for 3 minutes then stolen. Bike tracks in snow pointed 2-3 garages east on south side of alley.
Incident Description: 
Again, I am near certain I know which garage it went into because I simply looked for tracks in the snow. It is one of two garages right near my back side alley entrance. I called 911, they said they would come, and 30-35 minutes later, I was freezing and had to get to dinner with my family so I left. A Neighbor let me look in garage. It was not there but one car of a trucker was also not there? It was not visible from the sidewalk, I heard a garage or gate door opening when i got there to rush to get my bike lock, at most 3 minutes gone. thanks

2008 Women's Gary Fisher Wingra Hybrid

Location

Alley Entrance
1441 W. Fry
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, January 23, 2010 - 9:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU264C0915C
Size: 
16" frame
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Clipless pedals Village Cycle Center sticker on seat tube Black back rack held by silver brackets Silver bottle cage on down tube Rear view mirror attached to end of left handlebar grip Black Knog Frog light on handlebar and back rack

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?: 
My basement was broken into from the alley, 4 bikes total were stolen. I left the bike at 3pm on Saturday 1/23/10 and discovered them all gone on Sunday.
Incident Description: 
4 bicycles were stolen from our basement. The lock on the door to the alley was picked, deadbolt was not fully engaged.

2008 Jamis Aurora

Location

Alley Entrance
1441 W. Fry
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, January 23, 2010 - 8:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
U6YU19777
Size: 
47 cm
Color: 
Maroon / Beige
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Thumb print-size dent in top tube, scuffed up from a couple of falls, combo pedals, "More Fun, Less Stuff" sticker on top tube. Mostly standard components, shimano shifters, heavy-duty rear rack with "Feel Your Boobies" sticker, Kleen Kanteen plastic water bottle holder on down tube.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
Lock Type: 
No Lock
What was the bike locked to?: 
Other situation, please describe below.

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?: 
My basement was broken into from the alley, 4 bikes total were stolen. I left the bike at 3pm on Saturday 1/23/10 and discovered them all gone on Sunday.
Incident Description: 
4 bicycles were stolen from our basement. The lock on the door to the alley was picked, deadbolt was not fully engaged.

1993 Campus Cicli, Handmade in Heidelberg/Germany

Location

Starbucks
550 W Van Buren St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, September 12, 2008 - 10:25am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
58cm
Color: 
neon green bottom/purple top
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Sticker on the top of seat tube states "Columbus, Cromor Tre Tubi" and a sticker below reads "Fahrraeder Mofas, Juergen Kirch, 69 Heidelberg" Bike has Shimano 105 grouppo from 1993 with neon yellow Look clipless pedals. Rear wheel is a home built Mavic Open Pro 32 double butted spokes wheel while the front wheel is the original Alesa wheel with normal spokes. Bontrager purple handlebar tape and a brand new Nitto Technomic stem which has a Garmin 305 mount attached to 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 street sign.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Sidewalk in front of an open business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Normal work day from 8am to 4pm
Incident Description: 
Bike was taken while I was in the office working. Security cameras of the building where not pointing at the location of my bike.

1985 Cannondale SR500

Location

2645 N Washtenaw Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, December 6, 2009 - 1:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
60cm
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Picture is of a slightly different model. Mine is metallic blue with black chainrings. These models are distinguished from later Cannondales by their Suntour shifters, derailleurs, crankset, and hubs. The spokes are double butted (thinner in the middle than at the ends). Mine was sporting bright yellow bar tape, a silver Planet Bike Eco Rack, black racing fenders, lights, and plastic strapless toe cages.

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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
3 days
Incident Description: 
Left the bike outside my building for three days while I was out of town. Someone took a hacksaw to the fence and bent the iron bar in two places to get the bike.

Hercules/Royal Scott

Location

Leavitt and Augusta
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, January 14, 2010 - 10:57am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Other (describe in detail below)
Serial No.: 
N/A
Size: 
60"
Color: 
Blue, black and rust
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Tall bike built out of British frames. Has full fenders, full length seat stays and working 3-spd hub in rear laced to CR18 rim; believe me if you see it you'll know it.

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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
8 days.
Incident Description: 
I locked my bike up in front of a bar and the lock froze and I left it there. I was unable to get by to get the bike for about 1 week and in that time frame the bike disappeared; it is possible it was removed by the city but that usually takes longer then a week to happen AFAIK.

KHS Flite 100

Location

University Hall at UIC
601 South Morgan St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, January 15, 2010 - 10:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Serial No.: 
V80802089
Size: 
55 cm
Color: 
white
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
EXCELLENT condition / has a mismatched black fork (replacing the original white fork after an accident); a dent and a spot of green paint on the top tube of the frame. brakes added. flip hub; was riding single-speed.

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 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?: 
9 hours
Incident Description: 
My bike was stolen from the bike racks behind University Hall on UIC's campus this afternoon. Friday afternoons are pretty dead at UIC, and the coffee shop and building was very sparsely populated by 5 pm, when I left to retrieve my bike. I don't know if I left the lock insecure (unlikely but possible) or if the thief was able to manipulate the bike rack or the lock itself; I can only speculate. Please contact me if you see this bike parked or advertised anywhere. Thanks.

Batavus Old Dutch

Location

57th and Kenwood
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, January 5, 2010 - 6:50am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Color: 
Orange
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Extremely rare 2009 Batavus Old Dutch city bike. Matte orange finish. Complete stock as shown in pic.

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?: 
Front of building in residential 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?: 
Locked in same place every day for nine months. Used daily.
Incident Description: 
This is a pretty unusual bike. I believe that it is the only one in Chicagoland. Matte orange powder coat finish on step-through Batavus Old Dutch, 2009 model year. Heavy and beautiful. Completely stock as shown in pic.

eastern traildigger

Location

Frankfort
442 Lincoln lane
Frankfort , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, December 27, 2009 - 3:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
BMX Bike
Size: 
20"
Color: 
black/pink
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
perfect nuts and bols are rusted

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?: 
Front of building in residential area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
5 hours
Incident Description: 
Stolen from my house

Bianchi Volpe 2005

Location

Bicycle Storage at an apartment building
Ridge & Victoria
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, December 15, 2009 - 9:40am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
55cm
Color: 
Green/Red Lettering/Silver Tape and Fenders
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
It is a Forrest Green Bianchi Volpe. The Handlebars were recently taped with silver fizik grip tape and the bike has a set of silver sks fenders and a rear rack. I'm also looking for my bluish silver univega, which was also stolen. has a number of stickers on it.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
Lock Type: 
No Lock
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?: 
It is the regular bicycle storage in my building. The lock had been broken for some time but it was still secluded from the street. 2 other bikes were stolen at the same time (one was mine).
Incident Description: 
Someone took every decent bike from my building's bicycle storage. There is nothing left to take but the lock will now hopefully be fixed. I'm also looking for my old bluish silver univega road bike--rather dirty, various pro-palestinian/pro-zapatista stickers and cloth grip tape. both of these bikes have gears, of course.

1999 Gary Fisher

Location

Paulina and Le Moyne
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, December 19, 2009 - 8:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Size: 
Mens 24" frame (we think)
Color: 
Green with black writing
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition despite age. Has side mirror, backrack. Had black bicycle bag containing lock and lights on it when stolen. Had reflectors attached. No fenders. Does not have original seat.

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 inside our private garage, which was open for maybe 2 minutes at most.
Incident Description: 
We had guests over for late lunch who had entered through the garage. After unloading their car (about 2:30 pm), the garage door was closed. When guests left our house around 5:00 pm, the garage was open again for a minute or so while the guests loaded things back into their car. When we went to say goodbye to the guests, we realized the bike was stolen.

Specialized Women's Vita Sport 2009

Location

Northwestern University Campus
Cook Hall
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, December 17, 2009 - 11:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
P9EBP0101
Size: 
MD
Color: 
White
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Excellent condition. Black rack mounted on back. "I support President Obama" sticker on frame. Customized reflector tape on fork and frame. My love.

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?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
9 hours
Incident Description: 
Bicycle locked to bike rack outside of research building on Northwestern Campus at 9 a.m. Bike and ulock both gone upon return after work ~6:20 p.m. No sign of anything at the place where my bike was. Site is a little secluded but not terribly so -- common entry point to the building. I think this was probably done quickly and cleanly by someone who knows how to pick those locks.

Trek 700 Multitrack

Location

North Ave. and Oakley Blvd, South West Corner bike rack.
North Ave and Oakley Blvd
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, December 17, 2009 - 3:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
58cm
Color: 
Green fork fade to black rear triangle
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Frame is in seemingly nice condition. Not too many scratches on paint but has a large rust deposit on the bottom right chain stay which has expanded the frame and chipped the paint. It has new mustache handlebars with tektro aero brake levers, shimano bar end shifters, and new black cork bar tape. Has a golden bell with a picture of a bike on the silver mongoose stem. Has a black Dank brand top tube pad. Has new SKS silver fenders. Has a very used black Brooks Professional Leather saddle with bronze rivets and a brooks seat protector underneath it. Raceface brand cranks and bottom bracket. Mavic blades spoke rear wheel, shimano front wheel, both with new Schwalbe Marathon tires 700x32. Also had a black Blackburn rear rack. Oh and my bell helmet was attached to the bike and was taken as well.

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?: 
1-1.5 hours
Incident Description: 
Went to eat at the Handlebar. There was no more space in front, so I locked to be bike rack on the corner of Oakley and North. I ate and was back out in no more than an hour and a half only to find my bike was missing. All that was left was my severed lock.

Surly Long Haul Trucker

Location

UIC College of Urban Planning and Public Affairs
412 S. Peoria
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, December 14, 2009 - 8:25am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Size: 
58cm
Color: 
Tan/Beige
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
2 black planet bike fenders. Attachment for rear light on the seatpost.

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 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?: 
5 hours
Incident Description: 
Both the cable and the u-lock were cut clean off and left at the scene.

2008 Redline 925

Location

UIC West Campus
1851 W. Polk St.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, December 14, 2009 - 9:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Fixed Gear / Track Bike
Serial No.: 
ICS8B00360
Size: 
52 cm
Color: 
Firebrick Red/Creme
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
on the bottom part of the frame, lots of marks from lock. mounts for headlamp and rear reflector with LED. bullhorn 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 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?: 
6 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked up while I was at school. Saw it at 3 pm, gone by 4:30 pm. Lock piece remaining shows signs of being cut with a portable circular saw.