Des Moines Register Iowa columnist Kyle Munson reports that star bicyclist and seven-time Tour de France champion Lance Armstrong plans to ride this year’s RAGBRAI. Armstrong’s manager, Mark Higgins with Capital Sports & Entertainment in Austin, Texas, said that the retired racer will make his way to Iowa for a portion of the 39th annual [...]
Wednesday, June 29, 2011
RAGBRAI will begin shipping the second round of Participant Packets on Friday, July 8 for all participants who registered for day wristbands in May and June. These Participant Packets will ship via UPS to the shipping address listed on your RAGBRAI profile if you registered as an individual, or to the shipping address of the [...]
Monday, June 27, 2011
The Code of Iowa states bicyclists have the same rights and duties of the operators of vehicles. This means you can use the roadways, but you must follow the traffic rules. Just because you are on RAGBRAI doesn't mean the rules are suspended. These are public roads that are open to trucks and cars. Attention to the traffic laws could save your life.
Friday, June 24, 2011
The Des Moines Register, RAGBRAI and the family of the late Don Benson are proud to announce that RAGBRAI XXXIX will be dedicated to the memory of the Wagonmaster, Don Benson.
Saturday, June 18, 2011
Wishing all of the Dads a very Happy Father's Day. Enjoy your special day!
Thursday, June 16, 2011
The most fun on RAGBRAI comes from the people. You can ride across Iowa whenever you want, but only during one week, can you ride with 10,000 friends. Keep in mind that 30% of the riders are new and have never ridden in a crowd this large before. There are a few key tips to avoid crashes, like do the RIGHT riding.
Tuesday, June 14, 2011
People who ride RAGBRAI do so at their own pace. No matter who you are, you are going to pass another rider or you will be passed by another rider. Communication is essential, especially when starting, stopping or passing. Most crashes on RAGBRAI involve two or more bicycles and most are the result of riders not letting others know of their intentions.
Monday, June 13, 2011
You may take your cycling shoes and pedals for granted. After all, you just step and stand on them while riding. But these are vitally important components for cycling and deserve a mention here.
Saturday, June 11, 2011
The day’s ride is about 64 miles and roughly 2,400 feet of climb. This is one of the flatter finishing days, but a bit longer than most of the ending days. The day’s ride has a few nice hills around West Branch and a few in Davenport. Nothing too bad, so don’t fret.
Friday, June 10, 2011
The day’s ride is about 75 miles and about 2,800 feet of climb. The day is pretty flat, but has a few nice hills towards the end of the ride. Friday’s ride will be the inaugural RAGBRAI College Spirit Day, where we encourage RAGBRAIers to wear their college colors.
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Thursday, June 30, 2011
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