What Kind of Weather Can You Expect For Saturday’s Derek Geer Unity Ride?

The Deputy Derek Geer Unity Ride is coming up this Saturday, April 9, and the weather should be more than accommodating. How does partly sunny with a high of 68 degrees suit you?

Kickstands go up this Saturday morning at 11:00 for this event honoring Deputy Derek Geer. The ride is open to all motorcycles and cars.

UPDATE*** - As of 9 am Friday, April 7, the National Weather Service expects a 30% chance of rain on Saturday

The National Weather Service does expect a slight chance of showers. No biggie. Western Colorado doesn't mind a little rain. As a matter of fact, we welcome it.

Make plans to be a part of this historic ride. Registration begins at 10 am at Grand Junction Harley Davidson. Following the ride, you'll find plenty of family-friendly fun. All proceeds go to the Derek Geer Memorial Fund.

Here's the breakdown for Saturday's events:

• 10:00 am – Registration at Grand Junction Harley Davidson
• 11:00 am – Kickstands go up
• All motorcycles and car enthusiasts welcome
• Prizes awarded for most respectfully decorated motorcycle and car
• Meet & greet with local law enforcement officers, firefighters, and military personnel.
• Family friendly after-party at VFW Post 1247 at 1404 Ute Avenue
• Door prizes
• Live entertainment

For those who enjoy moderate temperatures, conditions will be absolutely perfect. You say you don't own a motorcycle? The ride is open to car enthusiasts as well, so join in.

VERY IMPORTANT! - Please keep in mind prizes will be awarded for the most respectfully decorated motorcycle and car. Think ahead, and put some heart and soul into your ride's decorations.

Please set aside a few hours this Saturday and take part in the Deputy Derek Geer Unity Ride. It's all for a great cause, in honor of a great person, and will be good for your soul. Mother Nature is doing her part by dishing out some hospitable weather conditions. Come ride!