Get a grip.

TOTE
Carrie Bike Basket
What: Trick out your wheels with designer Marie-Louise Gustafsson’s accessory inspired by crocheted tablecloths.
Why: It doubles as a picnic basket.
When: You want to raise the handlebar.
Where: Special order at I.D. Chicago, 3337 N. Halsted St., at Buckingham Pl. (773-755-4343); online at designhousestockholm.com.

EAT
Balsan’s Late-Night Menu
What: The swanky Elysian hangout serves charcuterie, cheeses, pizzas, desserts, and sandwiches well into the evening.
Why: The raw bar with stone crab and four kinds of oysters.
When: Wed.-Sun., 10:30 p.m.-midnight.
Where: 11 E. Walton St., at State St. (312-646-1400).

SAVE
Fix’s Spin the Wheel of Fashion Sale
What: Make like Pat Sajak and see what deals you can score (free Hanky Pankys with purchase and up to 20 percent off Genetic Denim and Paige Denim).
Why: DailyCandy readers get a comp tee, no matter what they spin. (Please mention before playing.)
When: Mon. & Tues., noon-6 p.m.; Wed., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: 1101 W. Fulton Market, at Aberdeen St. (312-226-4565).

DIP INTO
Aliens in the Prime of Their Lives
What: Brad Watson’s new short story collection teeters between comedy and tragedy as events play out in small-town America.
Why: Gothic gem “Water Dog God.”
When: The next rainy day.
Where: Seminary Co-Op Bookstore, 5757 S. University Ave., at 58th St. (773-752-4381).

FINISH
Ceres’ Table Dessert Menu
What: Pastry chef Leticia Zenteno reinvents classic sweets (peanut butter terrine, lemon meringue tart with brandy and plums).
Why: They’re all just $5.
When: Mon.-Thurs., 5-10 p.m.; Fri. & Sat., 5-11 p.m.
Where: 4882 N. Clark St., at Ainslie St. (773-878-4882).

Photo: Courtesy of Design House Stockholm