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.
Video: How will you beat the heat on RAGBRAI?
RAGBRAI cyclists share their tips and tricks on how to beat the heat on RAGBRAI. Riders should expect high heat indexes Monday and Tuesday. via...
Photos: Okoboji to Emmetsburg
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The talk of the bikes: Solar panels, cooler + 4 people
You think you have a snazzy bike? Check out the Quadra Bike. With solar panels, a canopy and room for four people it’s been drawing attention...
Day 2: What you need to know
Here’s a quick need-to-know primer about today’s 41-mile ride from Okoboji to Emmetsburg: WEATHER: Mostly sunny skies will heat up Monday, says...
Munson: A United Nations on wheels
I realize this sounds like a pipe dream, but my global peace initiative would feature RAGBRAI as a centerpiece. Think of it this way: In a summer...
Heat advisory to test cyclists Monday and Tuesday
OKOBOJI, Ia. — RAGBRAI cyclists will not only have to beat the hills, they’ll also have to beat the heat Monday and Tuesday. The National...
Cross-country trio learns of RAGBRAI, joins it
BOYDEN, Ia. — A set of deer antlers strapped to the back of Tom Bertrand’s loaded-down bike was just enough to set him apart from the crowd...
13th oldest wooden coaster at Arnolds Park
Okoboji, Iowa — RAGBRAI cyclists are in for a different kind of ride at Arnolds Park. The Legend, built in 1927, is the 13th oldest wooden...
73-year-old man sails along through RAGBRAI
Okoboji, Iowa — At 73 years old, Arlo VanDiest of Webster City still zooms across Iowa for RAGBRAI with his trusty 30-year-old Fuji road bike....
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