Participants in the 2026 Maui Ride of Silence on Saturday honored cyclists killed on local roads while promoting traffic safety awareness. Courtesy photo

Cyclists, community leaders and advocates gathered Saturday for the 2026 Maui Ride of Silence to honor riders killed on Maui roads and promote traffic safety.

Hosted by the Maui Bicycling League, the annual memorial ride began at the Alexander & Baldwin Sugar Museum in Puunene. Despite windy and rainy conditions, participants rode in remembrance of cyclists lost on local roadways and called for safer streets throughout Maui County.

The Ride of Silence is part of an international event held each May to honor cyclists who have been killed or injured on public roads.

“We continue to see the Ride of Silence grow into an important community event that brings awareness, healing and action together,” Maui Bicycling League Chair Saman Dias said in a news release. “Every person who participated today helped send a message that these lives will not be forgotten and that safer streets matter.”

Cyclists participate in the 2026 Maui Ride of Silence on Saturday. Courtesy photo

Maui County Mayor Richard Bissen attended the event along with representatives from the Maui Metropolitan Planning Organization, the Hawaii State Department of Health, Healthy Eating Active Living, the Maui Police Department and community volunteers.

According to organizers, Bissen spoke about the importance of attentiveness, responsibility and sharing the road to help prevent future traffic tragedies.

Maui County Mayor Richard Bissen speaks during the 2026 Maui Ride of Silence on Saturday at the Alexander & Baldwin Sugar Museum in Puunene. Courtesy photo

A memorial presentation created by Lee Chamberlain and presented with Jerry Durkan honored Maui cyclists who have died on local roads during the past decade.

Organizers thanked the Maui Police Department Bike Patrol Team for assisting with traffic control and rider guidance during the event using e-bikes.

Participants also encouraged motorists and cyclists to avoid impaired driving, wear helmets, stay alert and practice patience while sharing the road. Organizers also reminded drivers about Hawaii’s law requiring at least 3 feet of clearance when passing cyclists.

The Maui Bicycling League also highlighted recent safety improvements, including new 3-foot passing law signs installed on county roads with support from the Department of Public Works and plans to expand signage to state highways.

Organizers also expressed their gratitude for support from Robin Hagen, widow of cyclist Karl Hagen, who helped provide refreshments for participants. Robin has supported the Maui Ride of Silence for years in honor of her late husband.

Participants gather for a group photo during the 2026 Maui Ride of Silence on Saturday. Courtesy photo