2025 Ride of Silence

On Wednesday, May 21st, 2025, the Fort Collins cycling community will join thousands across the globe for the International Ride of Silence, a solemn and powerful event held annually on the third Wednesday in May. This no-drop, slow-paced ride honors those who have been killed or seriously injured while riding on public roadways and reminds motorists to safely share the road.

This year’s ride carries deep meaning for our community. In addition to stopping at the sites of two bicycle fatalities from 2023 — George Rigby and James Defazio — we will also acknowledge the recent and tragic death of Ian Dickinson, who was killed by a motorcyclist on April 27th, 2025. We ride in silence for them and for all lives impacted by traffic violence.

Event Details:
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
Meet at Purpose Brewing & Cellars Parking Lot
Timeline (subject to slight adjustment):

• 5:45 PM – Gather

• 6:00 PM – Roll-out to Lemay Avenue and Centennial Road

• 6:15 PM – Moment of Silence for George Rigby

• 6:25 PM – Ride to East Harmony Road and McMurry Avenue

• 6:45 PM – Moment of Silence for James Defazio

• 6:55 PM – Ride back to Purpose Brewing

• 7:15 PM – Final Moment of Reflection

The event is hosted by Bike Fort Collins.

🔗 Route Map (Strava)
🔗 Facebook Event
🔗 Ride of Silence Website
🔗 Bike Fort Collins Website

Please remember:

• Helmets and lights are required

• Ride silently, lawfully, and respectfully

• This is not a race – it is a tribute