Motorcyclists from across the Isle of Wight come together on Remembrance Sunday for a 75-mile ride in tribute to past and present service personnel, including the horses and dogs that have served alongside them.
The ‘Ring of Red’ ride set off from East Cowes Esplanade at 08:00, following a circular route around the Isle of Wight to show solidarity and support for the Armed Forces community. Riders were encouraged to wear red as a visual sign of remembrance.
The route passed through a number of towns and villages before a short stop at Blackgang Viewpoint. The convoy then continued to Morrison’s car park in Newport in time for the 2-minute silence at 11:00.
Some participants joined or left at different points along the route, but all took part in the spirit of remembrance. Organisers have shared their thanks to everyone involved.
One organiser has said:
“A big thank you to all of you who turned out for the ride out in honour of all past and present service personnel, not forgetting the horses and dogs that were – and are – used also.
Article continues below this advertisement “It was a pleasure to do it, and even the weather played ball for us. Thank you all, and hopefully see you all next time out – roll on 2026!”
This year’s remembrance ride followed the success of similar events in previous years, aiming to create a united tribute across the Isle of Wight’s roads.
If only all motorcyclists respected the national speed limits,
many of them would still be here today.
What’s the rush, if you want to speed, hire out Smallbrook
stadium and go for it full throttle.
This was a ride out, everyone stuck to the speed limit. All riders rode safely and stayed a distance apart, not one person jumped the lights or over took.
This was a rememberance ride out and yes I agree people have lost lives from speed and some for dangerous riding.
HOWEVER this wasnt about this
Please just respect as all these riders did, and let the meaning behind the ride be respected.
Also well done to all the riders for keeping it safe and well done to the photographers who took photos on the day, also the guy who did the video and uploaded it to YouTube