Other Projects

In addition to deploying websites for Break The Gridlock Member Organizations on the Westgate system, the bikegeeks have worked on other projects serving the community.

The Chicago Bike Shop Database

The Chicago Bike Shop Database is a website listing all bike shops in the Chicagoland area. It allows visitors to see the shops in a filterable/sortable list; using Google Maps; and (for shops in the city), on the City of Chicago bike map. Visitors can also leave comments and ratings on shops so others can profit from their experience.

The Chicago Stolen Bike Registry

The Stolen Bike Registry is a data collection system, deployed on the Westgate system, cataloging incidents of bicycle theft in Chicagoland. Victims of bicycle theft can enter the salient information into the system with the hope that someone viewing the theft report can help them recover it. Cataloging theft information provides useful information as to where bikes are being stolen and the circumstances surrounding the theft. The site supports integration with Google Maps to give a visual picture of theft patterns.

bikechicago.info forums

The bikechicago.info Forums allow people in the community to expound on any subject they choose. It was set up to facilitate some of the more interesting discussions on the Chicago Critical Mass email list.