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Listen, I get it—turning Hughes into a Natural Area might sound like a good idea. If I didn’t know the full story, I’d likely agree with you. If someone approached me in a parking lot asking me to sign a petition to get the issue on the November ballot, I’d probably sign it. Who wouldn’t want more natural areas?

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.

The Colorado State University Cycling Team delivered a strong showing at the 2025 USA Cycling Collegiate Road National Championships last weekend (May 2–4, 2025) in Madison. Racing in the Club Division, the Rams earned multiple top-10 finishes, including second-place results in both the men’s and women’s team time trials, a second-place overall finish in the Road Team Omnium and the  WIN in the Year-long Team Omnium (cumulative points for the entire school year, across disciplines).

After weeks of deliberation, a Fort Collins civic assembly has released its final recommendations for the former Hughes Stadium site, calling for a multi-use plan that includes a bike park, natural restoration, outdoor gathering spaces, and dedicated areas for Indigenous cultural use and education.

I'm sad to announce that Ian Dickinson was the cyclist who lost his life in Sunday afternoon’s collision with a motorcyclist near Horsetooth Mountain Park.

A cyclist was killed and a motorcyclist injured Sunday afternoon in a collision on Larimer County Road 38E near Horsetooth Mountain Park, according to witnesses.

Now that those silly Tuesday night time trials are over, its time to focus on the Dirt Pile short track races at New Belgium. The SendTown crew hosts races for all ages (starting with Striders) and all abilities are welcome. There are free kids races, food trucks and a beer garden. A whole bunch of rowdy has been added to the course, specifically out East in Dogtown so come check it out. We're racing Tuesday evenings:, April 29th, May 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th and June 3rd.

The Fort Collins Bike Co-op is rolling out deals at its upcoming community yard sale, offering a wide selection of discounted bikes, parts, and tools — all while supporting local cycling initiatives.

The CSU Oval Criterium and Cobb Lake Circuit Race took place this past weekend. Official USAC results show 449 starters for the weekend: Oval Criterium -191, Cobb Lake Circuit- 257.

Congrats to NoCo racers Desmond Mohr, Felix Naschold, Jared Gant, Jacob Robinson (x2), Korynne Collins, Greg Scanlan, Joel Charles, Olivia Cummins, Scott Pollyea (x2), Eleanor Dausch, and Henry York of Team Rio Grande Racing on their podiums. 

The Senate Judiciary Committee is set to review a new bill today that would impose stricter penalties on individuals who commit careless driving resulting in serious injury or death. Lawmakers will hear public testimony and vote on the bill’s advancement later in the day.

The City of Fort Collins is taking steps to improve and expand its paved trail system with the release of a draft Strategic Trails Plan. Developed in partnership with industry consultant Logan Simpson, the plan is now available for public review and feedback as the City works to ensure the trail network meets the current and future needs of the community.

Springtime in Colorado means that the trails are going to be full of mountain bikers and horses. Here's and updated article ensure everyone has a safe interaction.