The Iowa Bicycle Coalition is an exciting organization working to promote Iowa cycling as safe and enjoyable recreation and transportation. The 501(c)(3) non-profit group was launched by bicycling advocates from across Iowa and will unite the voices of road riders, mountain bikers, recreation riders, commuters, and anyone else who prefers a bicycle for recreation and transportation.
OUR MISSION:
The Iowa Bicycle Coalition promotes safe and enjoyable bicycling in Iowa through education, events, better policy, and growing a community of supporters.
Where the Ride Takes Us: Opening the Streets; Connecting Communities
In honor of National Bike Month, we’re spotlighting how bicycles are tools for personal empowerment, social justice and community development with...
Karras: Ready to RIDE RAGBRAI Again?
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The RIDE RIGHT Safety Tips TIP #1 The RIGHT Stuff
Wow, it has been cold this year! It has been really hard to get any decent training miles in. But, the big ride is less than 70 days away. It is...
Where the Ride Takes Us: Raising the Roof — and Funds — for Affordable Housing
In honor of National Bike Month, we’re spotlighting how bicycles are tools for personal empowerment, social justice and community development in our...
Where the Ride Takes Us: Ovarian Psycos Uniting Womyn of Color
In honor of National Bike Month, we’re spotlighting how bicycles are tools for personal empowerment, social justice and community development in our...
RAGBRAI Web Store Temporarily Closed
Good morning RAGBRAI Nation! Our web store is TEMPORARILY CLOSED, as we transition to a brand new website. It will reopen tomorrow (Tuesday)...
Welcome to Tony Burnett, Iowa Bicycle Coalition Membership Coordinator
I grew up in small town in NE Iowa and had any typical childhood. Riding bikes, playing back yards sports, and countless hours at the town pool is...
New Platinum City in Latest Round of Bicycle Friendly Communities!
Kicking off National Bike to Work Week, the League has announced its latest round of Bicycle Friendly Communities (BFC), including a new...
RAGBRAI Training: Training Plan in Excel File
Several people have asked for Coach Ertl’s Training Plan in an excel file, so here it is RAGBRAI_Training_Plan_2013. The most popular blogs...
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SEVEN WAYS TO GET INVOLVED
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NEWSLETTER SIGNUP
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Help with events, fundraising, and teaching kids bike safety.
SPEAKUP
Speak to your elected officials about bicycle safety.
DISTRICT LEADER
Be the main contact with your elected official.
FUNDRAISING AMBASSADOR
Help with our peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns.