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 exists to make Iowa the best place to ride a bike through advocacy for safety, education, access, and community.
Lessons Learned at Alliance for Bicycling and Walking Leadership Retreat
Many readers might be aware that I, Mark Wyatt, am in Pittsburgh for the Alliance for Bicycling and Walking Leadership retreat. Every two years, I...
Des Moines Could Move Part of Great Western Trail
A section of the popular Great Western Trail in Des Moines would no longer pass through Willow Creek Golf Course, under a plan being pursued by the...
Bicycle Leadership Retreat 2014
Some of you may be aware that I am in Pittsburgh, PA this week to attend the Alliance For Bicycling and Walking Leadership Retreat. We are at...
Raccoon River Valley Trail is CLOSED between Herndon and the Guthrie-Greene County line
Raccoon River Valley Trail is CLOSED between Herndon and the Guthrie-Greene County line...
Two Iowa City Area Bike Volunteer Opportunities
The Iowa Bicycle Coalition is seeking volunteers for two area events. August 23 On Iowa Bike Rides and August 29 Fry Fest Valet Bike Parking....
Lost and Found on RAGBRAI®
Did you get home from RAGBRAI with less than what you started with? Lost wallets, drivers licenses, and credit cards have already been returned to...
Merchandise Returns and Exchanges
Want to return or exchange an item you purchased on RAGBRAI or on the RAGBRAI Web Store? We are happy to accept all unworn merchandise, and will...
Meet the woman who rode RAGBRAI in combat boots
For 418 miles last week, Lacey Hameister biked RAGBRAI in a pair of tan Bates M-8 tactical boots. It was hard. They were heavy. They made her feet...
RAGBRAI Reflections with John Karras
by John Karras, Grampa RAGBRAI A strange, but predictable, thing happened this year to Ann and I on our way to our umpteenth time to ride...
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