This week on the RAGBRAI Training Blog, Coach Ertl encourages us to slow down and enjoy the ride. Speed kills (the fun of RAGBRAI)!
RAGBRAI Blog
Welcome to the official RAGBRAI Blog! Whether you’re a seasoned rider or a first-time participant, this space is your go-to source for all things RAGBRAI—the Register’s Annual Great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa.
From training tips and route previews to inspiring stories from the road, we’ll keep you updated with everything you need to prepare for one of the most iconic cycling events in the U.S. Join us as we pedal across Iowa, meet incredible people, and celebrate the joy of cycling, community, and adventure. Let the ride begin!
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June Registration Update
June will mark a few big updates in the RAGBRAI LIII registration process – here’s everything you need to know.
Make It Your Kind of Classic: Route Choices Daily
Make RAGBRAI LIII your kind of classic with our road and gravel routes, the America 250 Double Loop, and the Karras Loop options.
JustGoBike Ep. 401
This week: Audrey and Kate are on to tell us about the Iowa City Bike Library, their community bike shop, and a ’26 RAGBRAI Gives recipient.
Training for the America 250 Double Loop
Coach Erin gives us training advice for riders preparing to take on the America 250 Double Loop – or any long ride.
JustGoBike Ep. 400
The KYBO takes center stage today and Tim from Dude Wipes plunges in with toilet tales on how Dude Wipes went from three college guys joking about ‘number 2’ to a multi-million dollar personal care brand.
Top 10 Tips – May 2026
May is Bike Month and what better way to celebrate than to get out and bike. It’s time to get serious about your RAGBRAI training. Complete our Top 10 Tips and ensure you’re on route to ride RAGBRAI LIII.
JustGoBike Ep. 399
This week on the podcast: This week on the podcast: We learn about the the Cedar Valley Bike Collective! A community bike shop located in Waterloo, Iowa.
Ride Slower to Ride Farther
This week on the RAGBRAI Training Blog, Coach Ertl shares ideas on how to train and ride to increase your daily mileage.
JustGoBike Ep. 398
The Tour of the Mississippi River Valley bicycle event is back again in 2026! This two day bike ride is put on by the Quad Cities Bike Club and has been around for about 45 years.
JustGoBike Ep. 397
This week on the podcast: Lael Wilcox, ultra cycling endurance athlete, chats with Murph about her latest quest, to pedal around the world and not only break the women’s record, but break the men’s record as well.