April 21, 2023

RAGBRAI Training: Endurance is King for RAGBRAI

I’ve written about this topic just about every year for the past 14 years. But that’s because it is the single most important bit of...

April 07, 2023

RAGBRAI Training: Over the Hill Gang

No, I’m not referring to the 1969 western comedy, I’m referring to you. After doing RAGBRAI L you will all be part of the over-the-h...

March 24, 2023

RAGBRAI Training: Do you have gears on your bike? Learn to use them!

This topic came from one of our readers. He was asking me to explain using gears, cadence and pedaling advice while riding. Let’s fi...

March 10, 2023

RAGBRAI Training: What’s the Best Bike for RAGBRAI

One of the more common questions I see asked about RAGBRAI, especially by newer riders, is what is the best bike for RAGBRAI. That’s...

February 24, 2023

RAGBRAI Training: RAGBRAI L – 500 Miles – Yes you can do it!

As I’m following some Facebook RAGBRAI groups I am seeing a recurring question – Can I do it? Can I ride 500 miles in one week!? I’m...

February 24, 2023

New on the JustGoBike Podcast! Episode 242: Coach Ertl’s 2023 Training Plan for a Successful RAGBRAI

Coach David Ertl, certified level 1 cycling coach through USA Cycling is back to help get us trained and ready for RAGBRAI. Coach Er...