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Ride of Silence
May 21, 2008
7 pm
Lakebottom Park at the Bandstand
Columbus GA

CONTACT: Donna Hernandez, 706-464-1364
dhernandez@bcbsga.com

On May 21st of this year, cyclists around the world will join together in a Ride of Silence to remember those lost and injured while cycling on our public roads.

Almost all of us have been touched by the loss or injury of a cyclist, whether here or far away, recently or long ago. Whether it happened to you, to a friend or a loved one, or to someone who simply rides the same roads as you, our love of cycling bonds us all.

Our purpose for riding is to remember those lost, to honor those injured, and to raise awareness for the “Share the Road” message.

Ride Rules

Silence during the ride
Use hand signals
Ride route will be 10-12 miles.
Pace will be 12 mph maximum
Helmets Required

Dress in your usual high-visibility cycle-wear.
Armbands will be provided... black in memory of those lost, or red if you yourself have been injured while cycling.

Immediately following the ride, please join us at the Bandstand located in Lakebottom Park
Bring your favorite covered dish and lawn chairs. Beverages will be provided.
Non-riding Family members are welcomed.

The Ride of Silence...
Tonight we number many but ride as one
In honor of those not with us, friends, mothers, fathers, sisters, sons
With helmets on tight and heads down low,
We ride in silence, cautious and slow
The wheels start spinning in the lead pack
But tonight we ride and no one attacks
The dark sunglasses cover our tears
Remembering those we held so dear
Tonight's ride is to make others aware
The road is there for all to share
To those not with us or by our side,
May God be your partner on your final ride
- Mugai