Ride of Silence

[Irulan]

what does this ride commemorate?

[snapdragen]

what does this ride commemorate?

Here's the full scoop: http://www.rideofsilence.org/main.php

Glad you had a good experience Corsair!

[Pedal Wench]

I rode for a little while with the Atlanta ride out of Chamblee. There were only about 6 riders, but when I saw them coming (I was out on my regular ride) I knew exactly what it was and dropped into the line. It was very powerful. I hope they get more publicity next year.

[skibum]

They definitely need more publicity next year. Apparently, there were two in Atlanta, one in Piedmont Park and the one out of Chamblee. I had heard about the Piedmont Park one but didn't hear about the Chamblee one until today. Piedmont Park isn't all that convenient for me to get to after work so I skipped it. Chamblee, on the other hand, is on my way home so I might have done the ride if I had known about it.

[Technotart]

Generally - the publicity is word of mouth. They don't spend any money to print flyers because wherever it is possible, no money is involved - nor should it be. This is the first year many cities have done the ROS - I think its an awesome and inspiring event - the news stations and such should be notified, community event calendars can be used, and I know they wont stop ANYone from spreading the word! Anybody can call a tip line though, the organizer may already have called, we can call again!

[KSH]

I am so upset that I didn't hear about it... until AFTER it started!

[profàvélo]

I was the only female rider in a group of about 12 in Greenville, SC.

Unfortunately, we did not go into Greenville proper, but into a 'suburb' where groups of 12 riders are a common sight.

I was also disappointed that the ride was not silent like it was supposed to be. It was quite chatty.

I'm going to suggest a different route to our ride leader for next year.