Ride of Silence returns to Stillwater after eight-year hiatus
Held each May in cities worldwide, the silent memorial ride honors cyclists killed or injured on public roads
About 40 riders turned out Wednesday evening for Stillwater's first Ride of Silence in roughly eight years, pedaling a five-mile route through downtown and north to Boomer Lake as part of an international event honoring cyclists killed or injured on public roads.
The ride, held annually on the third Wednesday of May, drew participants ranging from commuters and college students to cargo bike riders — and at least two dogs. BikeOklahoma, a statewide nonprofit advocacy organization, sponsored the event and provided the insurance coverage needed to stage it, with police escorts funded through rider contributions.
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