"With all the stolen bike posts lately (and no one thinking "I wonder if there's something under Useful Links for this."), I think it's well past time to make a sticky about the Stolen Bike Registry"
- Tank-Ridin' Ryan
Well said Ryan.
http://chicago.stolenbike.org/
Done and done.
And sticky too.
Cheers - Lee Diamond
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On the subject of heavy/hardened chains:
http://chicago.stolenbike.org/node/190841
Strange pattern of leaving lock pieces lately . . .
http://chicago.stolenbike.org/node/190817
In the majority of "professional" thefts, i.e. those requiring power tools, no trace of the lock is left behind.
Hi Everyone,
I hope this is a good place to post this. We've come across an abandoned bicycle. It's pretty fancy and I cannot imagine the owner wanting to get rid of it like that. Kinda tricky making sure it gets back to the right owner, but hopefully this method works.
Craigslist link (please share to facebook and twitter): http://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/bik/2229676529.html
"We've discovered a potentially stolen bicycle that was abandoned. It is dark blue, with expensive components. Seems to be designed for freestyle fixed gear riding.
Here's the deal:
I've covered up areas that may or may not have a logo or company name, as well as special color and brand hubs. If you are the owner, send an e-mail with the brand of the bike frame, brand/color/description of the hubs, and brand/model of the rear rim. Again, this bike was found abandoned. If you were a previous owner of this bicycle do not hesitate to e-mail and let us know who you sold the bike to so that we may get in touch with them."
Police report # HT188653, serial number 005A091101102. Stickers on fender, mudflaps, interrupter brakes.
LINK BIKE REG REPORT HERE.
Police report # HT188653, serial number 005A091101102. Stickers on fender, mudflaps, interrupter brakes.
LINK BIKE REG REPORT HERE.
Julie, I'm so sorry your bike got stolen!
Let me know if there is anything I can do.
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