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PARK CITY, Utah — A free community bike ride is coming to Park City this Sunday, June 28, as part of an effort to spark conversation about men’s mental health and suicide prevention during Men’s Health Month.

The event is organized by Reazon Singer, owner of local business The Spa Source, whose store is near the ride’s starting point at Richardson Flats parking lot. Singer said the ride is open to everyone, regardless of age, fitness level, or what kind of bike they show up on.

“If you have a 1985 Huffy in your garage, you can feel good to show up on that,” Singer said. “It’s really not about what you’re showing up with. You’re just showing up to have a feel of community and go on a ride with some people.”

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Riders are encouraged to arrive at the Richardson Flats parking lot at 8:30 a.m., with the group planning to depart at 9 a.m.

The route will follow the Rail Trail to McLeod, continuing to Old Ranch Road and Mountain Ranch Estates, then on to Saved by the Bell Loop and Silver Quinns Trail before looping back to the Rail Trail. Singer said the trails are among the most popular and well-marked in Park City, making the ride accessible for all ages, including children on pedal bikes.

Singer said the event is inspired by the memory of his friend Zach Mayo, who died by suicide when the two were teenagers. Mayo was known for his skill at building and fixing things, especially his motorcycle, and the ride is one way to honor his memory.

“I’m riding for Zach this weekend,” Singer said.

Singer hopes the event draws people who may be carrying grief, loneliness or loss, and that showing up alongside others might make a difference.

“There’s a lot of loneliness of the world nowadays,” he said. “Hopefully people make friends or find community.”

The ride is free, and no donations are expected or required. Singer said he deliberately kept it that way so no one feels excluded.

For more information on men’s mental health, the National Alliance on Mental Illness offers resources at nami.org. If you or someone you know is struggling, the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is available by call or text at 988.