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This weekend has several events. Critical Mass ride at 6:30p.m. Friday from the Sunfresh in Westport (click the ‘read more’ below to find out what this ride’s about.) ProVelo Criterium (part of the Maxxis Cup) in Sedalia on Saturday. Scooter’s Ride and other show and go’s around the area (Check our calendar for details). The Tour of Shawnee on Sunday. And more cyclocross event flyers are out: Chris Cross.

 

From the Critical Mass group:

"what is it?
this is a free fun bicycle ride
that happens on the last friday of every month
in different cities around the world
its a wonderful bicycle party parade
that celebrates the freedom of traveling
under your own power
its also an example of how the bicycle
can be a viable means of alternative transportation
its an open event that invites individuals
to express themselves creatively socially
politically artistically vocally
to an audience of their friends neighbors
coworkers and fellow citizens

its a reclamation of space
suggesting the concept
that our city belongs to people and not machines

kansas citys mass starts from the sunfresh parking lot
on mill street between southwest trafficway
and westport road
meet at 6p
ride at 6:30ish
and usually explores the lively streets
of westport midtown and the plaza
sometimes we head downtown and the city market
before heading back towards the
start to hunt down food and spirits
the slowest rider determines the pace
(the point is to be there-not get anywhere)
and often the youngest rider determines the route!
this is a fun friendly ride for all ages
aimed at spreading bicycle-cheer throughout our community
across cultural and geographical boundaries
see you there
peace"