Wind on RAGBRAI is an inevitability. In this week’s RAGBRAI Training Blog, Coach Ertl gives advice on training for riding in the wind.
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!
Featured Blog
The Secret to RAGBRAI Training
This week on the RAGBRAI Training Blog, Coach Ertl shares the secret to RAGBRAI Training.
JustGoBike Ep. 388
This week, Murph interviews Andy Gould from Bike New York – their Five Boro Bike Tour is the largest single-day bike ride in the world!
’26 Guess the Route Winners
Results from the 2026 Guess the Route Contest! See who the winners were this year.
Top 10 Tips – Feb. ’26
Complete our Top 10 Tips in February and ensure you’re on route to ride RAGBRAI LIII.
JustGoBike Ep. 387
Murph & AP caught up with RAGBRAI Riders at the Iowa Bike Expo in Des Moines during the RAGBRAI Route Announcement Weekend in January, 2026!
2026 Training Plan
Get ready for RAGBRAI LIII with our 2026 Training Plan, thanks to Coach Ertl! Plan starts February 9, so set up your trainers and let’s ride!
JustGoBike Ep. 386
8This week AP and Murph sit down with ride director Matt Phippen to talk about RAGBRAI LIII and the 2026 route, along with his process on how to get the route from paper to reality.
RAGBRAI LIII Route Revealed!
The RAGBRAI LIII Route is set to be an instant Iowa classic featuring iconic stops. Read on to find out where we’ll be riding this summer!
Route Announcement Guide
Murph & AP share their tips and info to get you through the upcoming jam packed RAGBRAI Route Announcement weekend!
February ’26 Town Hall
Join us for our February Town Hall we will discuss the recently announced route, registration updates and some tips to prepare for the ride.