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Swap O Rama Bike Recovery - Round 2
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In the summer of 2010 my Fiance and I ran into a group from Chainlink at the Swap O Rama while we were there on our own trying to recover our stolen bike. We didn't know Chainlink existed then but…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Julia Tikhonova Jun 28, 2012.
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Michelle Marie Turnis replied to Serge Lubomudrov's discussion 'What Happened to "[Passing] on Your Left"? . . .'Michelle Marie Turnis commented on Sean Struble's photo
Surly Pacer Bike Recovery!
"SEAN!!! This is SOOOO great! This made my day! I'm so happy for you, what an amazing feeling. "
Sean Struble replied to Michelle Marie Turnis's discussion 'Swap O Rama Bike Recovery - Round 2'"I did get it and read through it. I have been reading more about it and will keep your advice in mind on Saturday. I appreciate it."
Sean Struble replied to Michelle Marie Turnis's discussion 'Swap O Rama Bike Recovery - Round 2'"I have a police report, pictures, and proof of purchase of the frame and components online. I lost the paper that I kept all my serial numbers on but Im hoping that it's enough. Did you see a silver Surly Pacer last time you where there?"
Sean Struble replied to Michelle Marie Turnis's discussion 'Swap O Rama Bike Recovery - Round 2'"I don't plan on paying for my own bikeI have all the neccisary pictures and documentation to prove it is mine. I appreciate it.
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Michelle Marie Turnis replied to Michelle Marie Turnis's discussion 'Swap O Rama Bike Recovery - Round 2'"This is the email chain from Monday confirming our bikes at the Swap-o-Rama...
Matt and Michelle,
First off, just wanted to say I'm sorry to hear about the loss of your bikes. My net at home was down, so I wasn't able to check…"
Michelle Marie Turnis replied to Michelle Marie Turnis's discussion 'Swap O Rama Bike Recovery - Round 2'"Hey Sean - Just wanted to let you know we are going Saturday morning. I don't know if anyone will be there tonight. If we see it we will let you know. I remember this being a very time sensitive situation if it's there.…"
Michelle Marie Turnis replied to Michelle Marie Turnis's discussion 'Swap O Rama Bike Recovery - Round 2'"Thanks for tip. This guy was there looking for bikes too. He's not offering anything other than condolences and a peace of mind to let us know that he saw them and one bike is long gone (he saw it get sold) and that the…"
Julie Hochstadter replied to Michelle Marie Turnis's discussion 'Swap O Rama Bike Recovery - Round 2'"Hey guys - if someone says they saw your bike and they can buy it back for you don't do it. Who knows where that money actually ends up (could be to the original theif or even the sumaritan who says they saw your bike at the swap),
There is a…"
Sean Struble replied to Michelle Marie Turnis's discussion 'Swap O Rama Bike Recovery - Round 2'"I'm still looking for my Pacer, I have a link to the registry and craigslist posting at the bottom. I'm going to try and go tomorrow morning as well. If you could look for it and give me a call if you see it I would thoroughly…"
Michelle Marie Turnis replied to Michelle Marie Turnis's discussion 'Swap O Rama Bike Recovery - Round 2'"We plan on going first thing. 7am. Are looking for something too?
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Michelle Marie Turnis replied to Michelle Marie Turnis's discussion 'Swap O Rama Bike Recovery - Round 2'"We don't have them back... The trek has been sold and mine was likely sold between the time George saw them and when we were there. We will look for yours when we go on Saturday. Is it listed on Chicago.stolenbike.org?
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Sean Struble replied to Michelle Marie Turnis's discussion 'Swap O Rama Bike Recovery - Round 2'"I just got my Silver Surly Pacer stolen on Saturday night, It broke my heart. Please keep your eye out for it and I will be going tomorrow morning. Congratulations on finding them!"
Julie Hochstadter replied to Michelle Marie Turnis's discussion 'Swap O Rama Bike Recovery - Round 2'"I can go from 7-8:30 am or after 2 on Saturday.
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Michelle Marie Turnis replied to lil's discussion '"missing" Felt 2010 F4 carbon'"I will be at the swap on Saturday looking for my bike if you want to join. If I see yours I'll make a post."
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