ride of silence.

[Brandi]

I went to the ride of silence site... it made me so sad! And a bit scared. There are so many. I am so upset now!

[Trek420]

Brandi,

I went to the ride itself last year, it was very moving but also uplifting.

I was surprised how many people, pedestrians, drivers, cyclists not on the ride...were aware of this as we rode by. So it raises awareness and that helps drivers remember "there's a person on that bike".

[LBTC]

I got choked up reading about it last night. Could barely get the words out to tell DH about the one that's nearby. If I'm moved that much just reading about the ride, I *have* to do it. I won't be surprised if some tears escape during the ride, too.

Hugs and butterflies,
~T~

[twin]

I rode one in Tulsa Ok. and it was very great to see the long line of bicycle riders that came. For the most part the cars and people were polite and seemed interested in the idea. It is sad when you go to the site and read about the people that the rides are dedicated to. I think it helps make everyone more aware which is very positive.

[crazycanuck]

I'd love to this ride however there isn't one planned for Perth. I wonder if how many folks would come if I emailed the organizers & then put the word out?

I'll look at the site again & see what I can do.

c

[Tri Girl]

I did the Ride of Silence in OKC last year, and it was pretty amazing. Amazing that hundreds of people could ride in complete and total silence, amazing that bystanders and cars were polite and patient, amazing that we all rode to honor the memories of those who can no longer ride.
The site is very sad indeed, I just cried and cried when I went there.

[Tri Girl]

I'd love to this ride however there isn't one planned for Perth. I wonder if how many folks would come if I emailed the organizers & then put the word out?

I'll look at the site again & see what I can do.

c

You should definitely look into it!!! They said the first year they held the ride here, it was just a small group. Now it's hundreds of riders that show up. You could put posters up in local LBS's, post it on local cycling boards, and even hand out flyers at races (both running and cycling). Good for you for taking the bull by the horns (as us Okies might say).

[mtbdarby]

I contacted my lbs to see if he would help me put it on. He's interested and we'll talk. Hoping to get one going in central WI...

[Thistle]

I'd love to this ride however there isn't one planned for Perth. I wonder if how many folks would come if I emailed the organizers & then put the word out?

I'll look at the site again & see what I can do.

c

same for canberra, there's nothing organised. but i think i'll contact our local bike group and if they dont have any plans, i might try and organise one... even if only amongst my friends.

[crazycanuck]

I'm def going to organize one here. I emailed our Tri coach to see if anyone would join. I'm going to a couple of bike shops today & my fave lbs to see if they can suggest anything.

Great idea and keeping my fingers crossed folks will come.

I sure hope the folks in the east won't mind answering a few q's...will give them a ring today.

c