The crew of around 30 rode in on beach cruisers, steel tourers loaded with panniers, neon-orange BMX bikes, and flashy, well-oiled road machines. The only requirement was two wheels—skateboards also welcome—and a deep desire for justice for Vanessa Guillen and Breonna Taylor. Organized by Bridges // Puentes: Justice Collective of the Southeast, the “slow roll”-style ride echoed July’s protest ride against General Iron’s planned move to the east side. This time, the mission was opposition to violence against women, which organizers noted is often both state-sanctioned and disproportionately targeted at Black and Latina women.
