just randy
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just randy replied to the topic RAIN! in the forum Miscellaneous 1 month ago
Princess-
Almost sounds like you would rather be at work !
Peaceful smile-
RD
just randy replied to the topic RAIN! in the forum Miscellaneous 1 month, 2 weeks ago
No need for second pair of riding shoes “just in case of rain”.
After a storm passes during your riding day (storms usually pass after a hour or two), take off your shoes in a pass-through town and hang out in the sun while you enjoy food & beverage. Many bring flip-flop sandals. Others just ride with SPD Bike Sandals. Just DON’T ride with the…[Read more]
just randy replied to the topic Walls Come Tumbling Down in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2020 1 month, 2 weeks ago
Without knowing any of the muddy details, it seems like drastic changes were needed to make drastic change happen.
just randy replied to the topic Walls Come Tumbling Down in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2020 1 month, 2 weeks ago
Unfortunately, some if the big town hosts spend big money to try to make a big impression and end up charging BIG prices for virtually everything. My biggest 2019 memory was the prices in Council Bluffs.
The Council Bluffs camp locations for charters were also quite memorable. I fully understand that many towns along the Missouri and Mississippi…[Read more]
just randy replied to the topic How many counties have you visited? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 1 month, 2 weeks ago
Last time I recall such a classic t-shirt was XXX/2002 (all maps on back) – “Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Cycling” back when the DMR was part of the Tribune Company. Not sure which bike shop I bought it from as the shirt only states “Used with permission”
just randy replied to the topic Happy New Year! in the forum RAGBRAI XLVIII – 2020 1 month, 2 weeks ago
And you have the opportunity of participating in an epic 14 day Iowa bike ride experience if time permits !
just randy replied to the topic How many counties have you visited? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 1 month, 2 weeks ago
At least the Princess made it all the way to Lansing before the incident !
just randy replied to the topic How many counties have you visited? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 1 month, 2 weeks ago
As we are seeing more daylight each day of 2020, I stat dreaming of updating my Iowa map in the next few months. . . . . . .
just randy replied to the topic Show me the Money! in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 3 months, 1 week ago
The story mentions a foundation titled “A Community Thrives”
A DMR/USA Today Network news story dated April 8, 2019 includes some information:
A Community Thrives is sponsored by the USA TODAY NETWORK, the parent company of the Des Moines Register. The 3-year-old program invests in charities that support education, arts and culture, wellness, and…[Read more]
just randy replied to the topic TJ’s Transparency Just Got a Bit Foggy in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 3 months, 1 week ago
The Iowa Festivals and Events Nonprofit was started over 2 years ago by a group of approximately 25 Iowa event planners in an effort to network and improve events in Iowa.
The RAGBRAI staff was not allowed to make any decisions relating to the distribution of RAGBRAI profits to charity.
just randy replied to the topic Iowa’s Ride FAQ Section in the forum Miscellaneous 3 months, 1 week ago
When was it announced that the IBC does not endorse RAGBRAI as an event that safely promotes cycling in Iowa? Or do a few individuals feel that the IBC is choosing one side because of our current society’s “us vs them” mentality where everyone must take sides?
I suspect that once the RAGBRAI leadership team is announced, the IBC Board of…[Read more]
just randy replied to the topic TJ’s Transparency Just Got a Bit Foggy in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 3 months, 1 week ago
Seems like more people need to listen to the entire Q&A video posted November 4 on the Iowa’s Ride Facebook page.
just randy replied to the topic TJ’s Transparency Just Got a Bit Foggy in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 3 months, 1 week ago
It seems to me that the DMR still has not disclosed how the foundation distributes profits from RAGBRAI.
TV news video from Des Moines NBC Channel 13:
whotv dot com
channel-13-investigation-into-ragbrais-charitable-contribution-claims
just randy replied to the topic Fate of Bacoon, Pigtails and Big-Rove? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 3 months, 1 week ago
Just line the January Bike Expo and Route Announcement Party, Pigtails, Bacoon, and Big Rove rides are owned and operated by the Iowa Bicycle Coalition.
Most riders do not know this because these events have historically had a big name partner join the Iowa Bicycle Coalition on these events.
Peace-
just randy replied to the topic TIme to Make Peace and Come Back Together as 1 Ride in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 4 months, 1 week ago
FSU/PP only shown up briefly in January.
just randy replied to the topic Which Ride Will "Win"? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 4 months, 1 week ago
How many registered RAGBRAI riders have participated in the BACcooN ride ?
How many registered BACooN riders have participated in RAGBRAI ?
What the heck – how many people just ride bandit on both ?
just randy replied to the topic Can the DMR replace the RAGBRAI staff in time? in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 4 months, 1 week ago
Very fun raygun article.
However, how would Mike Draper feel if he was told by his landlord or partner or boss that he could not express his beliefs when his customer ask about his beliefs before investing in his product?
Long Live American FREE Speech !
just randy replied to the topic Solve These Two Issues…. in the forum RAGBRAI XLVII – 2019 4 months, 1 week ago
I frequently look to see if the profile of those who post here have a wristband attached (only available to be seen between May 1 and Nov 15) and when their profile was created before I determine the credibility of the statements made.