N.B. There is always a possibility of rain in Florida this time of year, so if there is a need to cancel, a decision will be made by 5:00PM on May 17th & posted to Facebook, so check before you arrive. CRBC Ride Group - Facebook Parking Please check-in when you arrive and sign the required waiver. To save time, please print & sign your waiver before the ride. 2023 Waiver - Ride of Silence
Immediately following the reading CYCLISTS will remain silent as they follow the determined route. Cyclists will ride in a silent, funeral-style procession escorted by Lee County Sheriff's Officers at 10-12 mph for 6 miles to honor those who have been killed or injured while cycling on public roadways.
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
- Mike Murgas
Marcha en Silencio...
Somos muchos esta noche, pero marchamos como un solo hombre en honor de padres, madres, amigos o hijos que ya no tienen nombre... Con el casco bien calado y la cabeza agachada marchamos en silencio, prudente la mirada. En cabeza oigo ruedas su recorrido comenzar, pero hoy solo marchamos, nadie quiere atacar. Disimulan nuestras lágrimas las gafas oscuras recordando nuestros seres queridos con ternura. La marcha de esta noche es para otros advertir que las carreteras son y están para compartir. Para aquellos que con nosotros ya no están: ¡que Dios les acompañe en la marcha final!.