It’s indeed a tragic situation. The deaths in Colorado might be related to the fact that the area is a popular training location for cyclists, particularly because of the high elevation, which can be beneficial for training the body to perform under lower oxygen conditions. This could lead to a higher number of cyclists on the roads, and subsequently, a greater risk of accidents.

Lots of cyclists and bad to nonexistent cycling infrastructure in many areas.

I assume Colorado simply had a disproportionate number of cyclists on it's roads. High altitude and good weather make it a great training ground for endurance athletes. It isn't a coincidence that USA Cycling headquarters and the US Olympic Team's main training center are both in Colorado Springs.

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