Cyclists ride down Lisbon Street on Wednesday during the Ride of Silence in Lewiston.  Daryn Slover/Sun Journal

Twenty-one people participated in the silent, slow-paced ride to commemorate those who have been injured or killed while cycling on public roadways. The Maine Cycling Club sponsored the local ride that coincided with similar events all over the world. The Bicycle Coalition of Maine coordinated silent rides in Andover, Saco, Yarmouth and Lewiston.

Cyclists ride past Bates Mill No. 5 on Wednesday during the Ride of Silence in Lewiston. Daryn Slover/Sun Journal

Casey Beaudoin rides down Lisbon Street on Wednesday during the Ride of Silence in Lewiston. Daryn Slover/Sun Journal

Cyclists ride alongside the Lincoln Street parking garage Wednesday during the Ride of Silence in Lewiston. Daryn Slover/Sun Journal