Silent Ride in Park Hill Parade Honors Cyclists, Pedestrians Killed on Colorado Roads

Silent ride in Park Hill Parade honors cyclists, pedestrians killed on Colorado roads

The group said they hoped their silent ride left a lasting impression and would spark more conversations about road safety.

Denver cyclists ride in silence during Park Hill Fourth of July parade to honor those killed on Colorado roads

DENVER While the Fourth of July is generally a time for celebration, some are using the holiday to raise awareness about cyclist and pedestrian deaths in Colorado.Pedestrian and cyclist fatalities have jumped 78% in Colorado over the past 10 years. Last year was the second deadliest year on record. Cyclist Mary Salsich told Denver7 she nearly became part of that statistic in 2019 while on a ride with friends near Boulder.A person who had been at…