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Play with fire....
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Ok, what has to happen to have cameras installed outside at some of the major CTA train stations where bikes are parked in abundance? I ask because I had my front wheel stolen today at the Logan…Continue

Tags: CTA, security, parking, bike, stolen

Started this discussion. Last reply by Liz Aug 9, 2012.

New commute. Logan Square to Rolling Meadows... Ideas? Motivate me.
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So... due to a promotion with work, I will now be working out in Rolling Meadows. Great for the career but potentially bad for my love of riding my bike everyday to/from work (which I have been doing…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by CjBad Jul 20, 2012.

Filming in Wicker Park?
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Does anyone know what they are filming at the North Ave, Damen and Milwaukee intersection? On Friday the whole intersection was blocked off in a one block radius. The intersection has been open but…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by spacemodular Mar 29, 2010.

 

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What I ride:
Road, Mountain, Fixed Gear
The kind of riding I do:
Recreational, Exercise, Commuting
About me:
Other than living, working and hanging out in Logan Square, I try to do as much as I can. I love riding, live music (playing and being a spectator), movies, sports, bars, clubs, etc.

Currently I ride a Scattante single speed and my mountain bike is in pieces in the storage closet :( I definitely miss the easy access to single track like I had in Michigan before I moved here. I love riding in the city though way too many advantages.
My other websites (myspace, facebook, blogs, etc.):
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Liz replied to CjBad's discussion 'Play with fire....'
"I'm not sure that placing cameras would do much to prevent wheel thefts.  Often the security cameras do not have enough clarity to actually identify a specific person, other than to give a general description.  Most police aren't…"
Aug 9, 2012
Barry Aldridge replied to CjBad's discussion 'Play with fire....'
"I know I've seen bike racks at CTA stations that are inside the station, after you go through the turnstiles. While locking-up your bike inside the station would not be entirely secure, it would, I assume, be safer than locking it up on the…"
Aug 9, 2012
James BlackHeron replied to CjBad's discussion 'Play with fire....'
"Buy an extra U-lock -they are much cheaper than wheels -or cameras.    If you don't want to carry it then just leave it at the station. I walk by the LS station just about every day.  There is always a stripped bike or 4 in the…"
Aug 9, 2012
Gabe replied to CjBad's discussion 'Play with fire....'
"You can more than assume that the 3 dollar an hour security person they hire from Securitas knows at least one thief and he's not gonna report the guy he knows. Those guys are not given many responsibilities other than to protect the station…"
Aug 9, 2012
CjBad replied to CjBad's discussion 'Play with fire....'
"You would think they already have security cameras inside, don't they? I wouldn't expect the employee to watch the video, but having it recorded would sure help in reporting the crime and maybe they'll see some faces, or make note of…"
Aug 8, 2012
Gabe replied to CjBad's discussion 'Play with fire....'
"Ever tryand get a CTA employee to call 911? They don't. They don't want crime reported at CTA stations. And if you has camera's there who would watch 'em? Where would you put the expensive DVR equipment? It would be more likely…"
Aug 8, 2012
CjBad replied to CjBad's discussion 'Play with fire....'
"I thought of that too Julie, lol. It would at least make the criminals think about it a little first."
Aug 8, 2012
Julie Hochstadter replied to CjBad's discussion 'Play with fire....'
"Maybe cta could just invest in a sign that says smile you are on camera, don't steal that bike."
Aug 8, 2012
CjBad replied to CjBad's discussion 'Play with fire....'
"I hear you and it sounds like you'd be happy to know I am peeved at myself for not having one at the moment, but I'm not asking for just my sake..."
Aug 8, 2012
notoriousDUG replied to CjBad's discussion 'Play with fire....'
"Seems to me buying a cable would be easier than lobbying for the cameras..."
Aug 8, 2012
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Play with fire....

Ok, what has to happen to have cameras installed outside at some of the major CTA train stations where bikes are parked in abundance? I ask because I had my front wheel stolen today at the Logan Square Blue Line station (what a pleasant surprise to arrive to when I get off work... actually, in reality, I wasn't that surprised... shame on me). I probably wouldn't be so pissed if this were a one time thing but it's happened to me at the Damen Blue Line station as well last summer (last summer…See More
Aug 8, 2012
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CjBad replied to CjBad's discussion 'New commute. Logan Square to Rolling Meadows... Ideas? Motivate me.'
"Thanks everyone, great advice so far. I like the idea of taking the Metra. I get a few miles in before and after the train ride, and it also leaves me the option of riding all the way home if I desired (which may lead to getting comfortable riding…"
Jul 20, 2012
igz replied to CjBad's discussion 'New commute. Logan Square to Rolling Meadows... Ideas? Motivate me.'
"aaron bussey does that commute from andersonville.  northwest highway most of the way i believe"
Jul 20, 2012
Julie Hochstadter replied to CjBad's discussion 'New commute. Logan Square to Rolling Meadows... Ideas? Motivate me.'
"yeah a lot of peeps do the reverse commute thing out to the burbs for work everyday.  In summer they will ride back.  CJ, you probably could find some riding buddies on here for those who ride one or both ways. "
Jul 20, 2012
Lanterne Rouge replied to CjBad's discussion 'New commute. Logan Square to Rolling Meadows... Ideas? Motivate me.'
"Ok CJ, Metra says this about bikes :   Metra Bicycle Policy 2012                For 2012, bicycles are permitted on all weekday trains arriving in Chicago after 9:30 A.M. and…"
Jul 20, 2012
Lanterne Rouge replied to CjBad's discussion 'New commute. Logan Square to Rolling Meadows... Ideas? Motivate me.'
"Bingo, Lisa.   google maps tells me that he could ride from Logan Square to the UP-NW Metra station in Irving Park and then get off at the Arlington Park stop, right in Arlington Heights/Rolling Meadows.   The only worry is…"
Jul 20, 2012

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At 3:24pm on April 2, 2010, Ryan L said…
Ditto :)
At 12:53pm on April 2, 2010, Sol said…
Hey Chris, it was nice meeting you last night.

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