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Tag Archive | "Bicycle Safety"

Hand Signals: What’s the Big Deal?

Sunday, April 18, 2010

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Hand signals are not only the most efficient form of communication while biking; they are also the most important way of ensuring safety among yourself and others on the who are on the road.

Iowa Safe Routes to School Program Receives Grant

Thursday, January 14, 2010

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The Iowa Safe Routes to School Encouragement and Education Program was awarded a grant of $136,295 from the Iowa Department of Transportation this week.

Iowa Bicycle Summit Update

Friday, December 11, 2009

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The 2010 Iowa Bicycle Summit has become bigger and better than ever. The Iowa Bicycle Summit still features great presentations on the best practices in bicycle advocacy, but new this year is an expanded format, RAGBRAI’s Ride Right sessions, and a new location at the Iowa Events Center. The Summit is dedicated to producing low-cost [...]

RAGBRAI XXXVII Survey Results

Wednesday, September 30, 2009

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We thank you for your feedback that will help make RAGBRAI safer and more enjoyable for all!

RAGBRAI Reunion Recap

Monday, September 21, 2009

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It was a beautiful end-of-summer day for riding. We appreciate those who helped make this inaugural event take place. Mark your calendars for August 28, 2010 in Ankeny for next year’s event.

RIDE RIGHT Community of the Year Award: Council Bluffs

Wednesday, August 26, 2009

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The RIDE RIGHT Community Award is presented each year to the town that best promoted safety events and improved the safety level for riders in their community during RAGBRAI. Council Bluffs really went all out for visiting cyclists in an effort to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all.

The 2009 Rider Cup Award: Henry County High Wheelers Bicycle Club

Friday, August 21, 2009

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The Rider Cup Award is presented to the club or team that best promotes the RIDE RIGHT® philosophy before and during RAGBRAI. The Rider Cup will be presented to the Henry County High Wheelers Bicycle Club at the RAGBRAI January Meeting for Clubs & Teams on Saturday, January 30, 2010 in Des Moines.

Iowa Department of Public Health Wants Your Feedback

Thursday, August 13, 2009

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The Iowa Department of Public Health is collecting feedback from riders that have recently completed this year's RAGBRAI.

Nate Kaeding Appears in Bicycle Safety PSA

Thursday, July 9, 2009

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Next time you’re out on a bicycle ride, keep an eye out. There just might be a celebrity riding next to you. Maybe we will see Nate on RAGBRAI this year?

Safety Tips for Riders

Saturday, June 20, 2009

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As the summer biking season in Iowa approaches and interest spurs regarding the RAGBRAI route, participants begin to think about getting in shape. Articles appear regarding conditioning, appropriate apparel, proper gear, and tuned up bikes. Bike shops throughout Iowa begin to encourage riders to get those bikes into top-notch condition. Another aspect I feel is just or maybe even more important is SAFETY.

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