Cyclists gather to take part in Ride For Silence in Beaufort

BEAUFORT, N.C. (WNCT) — The annual Ride of Silence is an event taking place worldwide to honor cyclists who have been killed or injured while cycling on public roads.
In Beaufort, a big group of locals got together to ride through the historic downtown and backroads all on bicycles.
'Years ago, I was involved in an accident riding my bike and it had taken quite a toll on me,' Outsiders Bike Club Member and Ride for Silence Organizer Patrick Kelly said. 'But here I am today, still riding and trying to advocate for people to be safe on.'
The ride was also to help drivers remember to share the road with cyclists. 'For promoting that advocacy is key for safety, for not only our riders but also our drivers too,' Outsiders Bike Club Member Michael Bridges said. 'You got the town involved, town police escorting us through. So, that's really showing the presence of the bike there and then people like paying attention to that with like kids, older folks and, you know, all different types of people that are out riding.'
For people who have been impacted by cycling injuries, rides like this can be emotional but they are important for increasing awareness to always be on the lookout for bicyclists on the road.
'Happy feelings. There was sad feelings. People here were thinking about people they know who have been in accidents,' Kelly said. 'One lady shared that she knew someone that was killed in an accident riding their bikes. So, you know, we had all the feelings tonight, but most importantly, there was a really good group of people out there enjoying themselves and we were sharing with the cycling community.'
The ride through Beaufort was 4.7 miles and ended with drinks and fellowship at Fishtowne Brew House on Turner Street.
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