ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Cyclists were encouraged to break a sweat and have some fun at the 18th Day of the Tread event. The event benefited the Carrie Tingley Hospital Foundation's adaptive cycling team, the Treadsetters. Both organizations said they are passionate about getting kids healthy, off their devices, and out into the fresh air. Story continues below Trending: O’Niell’s owners speak out on what caused Nob Hill location closure Crime: Santa Fe County Sheriff’s Office search for stolen generator NM News: NMSU approves $600K annual salary for incoming president Valerio Ferme "We just want to connect youth with movement, and when you have cycling, costuming, all the great music, the kids love that, and then the parents come out with them. We just want to keep kids moving, so there's a greater wellness in our community," said Day of the Tread Founder Mark Gundlach. Racers won a participation medal, bragging rights, and a free race shirt. The fun wrapped up at Sawmill Market on Sunday evening.