Introducing your 2026 RAGBRAI LIII Route Inspection Team. This hand-picked team will scout the towns, foods, and sights of this year’s ride.
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
November 2025 Town Hall
Please join us as we take a deep dive into the creation of the logo and the story behind it.
Episode 375
Murph and AP share some legendary places in Iowa that may or may not be haunted!
Episode 374
Murph sat down with Ride Director Matt Phippen to hear how planning is going for RAGBRAI 53.
’26 Logo and Jersey Reveal Party
Be among the first to see the brand new RAGBRAI LIII Logo and Jersey!
Episode 373
Erica and Erin from RAGBRAI are on this episode to give us some updates on registration processes and a few changes for RAGBRAI 53.
Episode 372
Part 2: Murph & AP recently hosted an event at RAGBRAI HQ that featured bike-minded speakers from around the state of Iowa.
Episode 371
Murph & AP recently hosted an event at RAGBRAI HQ that featured bike-minded speakers from around the state of Iowa.
RAGBRAI October 2025 Town Hall
In the October Town Hall, Matt Phippen and the team will close out RAGBRAI 2025 with any final remarks, and start to look ahead to what you can expect for the 53rd RAGBRAI in 2026.
Episode 370
RAGBRAI Rider Spotlight: Liam from Knoxville, TN. Liam and his friend rode from Guttenberg to Orange City, and back again on RAGBRAI LII!
Episode 369
On this week’s JustGoBike – Meet Jonathan Fah from ARGO, a charter company that has helped Riverbend Bike Club and QCBC members on RAGBRAI since 2009!