WATERLOO — Standing silently together, bikes held above their heads in the middle of University Avenue, more than 100 cyclists commemorated the death of cyclist Tiberiu Alexandru David.

The solemn moment on Friday evening was capitalized by a few hollers from the cyclists as they climbed back onto their bikes and continued their ride.

The group participated in a critical mass ride, a grassroots event held on the last Friday of every month, where cyclists ride together through city streets to bring awareness to cyclist issues.

The event held special meaning for the cyclists this month.

D: Like I said, I don't mind the bicycle advocacy.

But I am unimpressed with the arbitrary linkage with global trade and the peace movement.

I happen to agree in part with those positions. But the grab-bag of issues no business in an issue-specific movement. It drives out all the moderate supporters.

Ends up being a sort of 'Apostles' Creed' you must agree with.