Derby Days

Derby Days is a Redmond tradition, dating back to 1939. This annual celebration now includes a parade, booths, and activities, and of course, lots of bikes. How do you think this event has chnaged over the years, as Redmond's landscape has changed?

Did you know Redmond is said to be the "Bicycle Capital of the World"? In addition to Derby Days, Redmond is home to the Jerry Baker Velodrome, bike shops, and trails.

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You didn’t think Derby Days was just for the adults, did you? Little tykes like these have long participated in the races, the parade, and other community events.

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Notice the women in the background. What could they be talking about? And the little kids, ready to pedal their hardest, what could they be thinking or saying?

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On your marks… get set… go! Derby Day racers in 1940 are ready to race through Redmond to grab a prize or two. Who do you think will win? What do you think it was like watching from the sidelines?

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Several gentlemen and a lady pose with their bikes in front of a gas station during a Derby Days celebration. Are they ready for the parade? Do they know one another? Think about what happens after the photo.