Miami-Dade Parks BIKE305 Led 23rd Annual Ride of Silence
On Wednesday, May 21, Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Department’s BIKE305 initiative led the 23rd annual Ride of Silence in observance of National Bike Month. This powerful international event brought together cyclists of all ages and skill levels for a silent ride to honor those who have been injured or lost their lives while riding on public roadways.
Participants began arriving at the Crandon Park Marina parking lot (4000 Crandon Boulevard, Key Biscayne) at 6 p.m. The evening started with welcoming remarks at 6:40 p.m., followed by the silent ride, which began promptly at 7 p.m. During the event, attendees received updates on recent and planned safety enhancements along the Rickenbacker Causeway and throughout Miami-Dade County.
These efforts were part of the County’s Vision Zero initiative, led by Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava, which aims to reduce traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries to zero by implementing safer infrastructure and mobility solutions for both cyclists and pedestrians. Escorted by officers from Miami-Dade County and the Village of Key Biscayne Police Departments, riders participated in a 9-mile double-lap on Crandon Boulevard, with a 4.5-mile single-lap option available for those who preferred a shorter route.
As part of the County’s commitment to creating a safer, more connected cycling infrastructure, Miami-Dade Parks continued to advance major off-road trail projects, including The Underline, Ludlam Trail, and the Biscayne-Everglades Greenway. These projects aim to connect parks, schools, neighborhoods, business districts, beaches, and transit hubs—making cycling a safer and more viable transportation option in the region.
