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RIDE REMINDER
Wed March 19 2025 / Issue #56

On Our Radar

URGENT: Hands-Free Driving Vote is THURSDAY, MAR 20th – Take Action NOW!

Iowa is hours away from a critical vote on Hands-Free Driving, and we need your help right now to get it across the finish line! The bill has already passed the Senate (47-1) with overwhelming support, and the Iowa House will debate and vote TOMORROW, March 20th (late afternoon).

This is our last chance to make a difference before the vote. Time is running out! Contact your House Representative TONIGHT and urge them to vote YES on Hands-Free Driving. Even if you’ve already reached out, one more email or call could make all the difference in making Iowa’s roads safer for cyclists, pedestrians, and drivers alike.

Find your Representative and take action NOW! Let them know that this bill will help law enforcement enforce the texting ban while driving, align with the Governor’s support, and—most importantly—save lives.

Every message matters. Every voice counts. Let’s finally make this happen!

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Casey’s made a big impact on the Dream Team of Iowa with a $10,000 donation while the team was showcased on The Kelly Clarkson Show. This recognition highlights the incredible work Dream Team does to mentor and inspire young cyclists, helping them build confidence and achieve their goals through biking. With RAGBRAI just months away, this support will go a long way in fueling their journey!

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Spring is Here—Time to Ride!

The seasons are shifting, and that means one thing—it’s time to dust off the bike and hit the trails! Spring in Iowa brings longer days, warming temps, and a full slate of cycling events. Whether you're commuting to work, gearing up for gravel, prepping for RAGBRAI, or just cruising your favorite local trail, now’s the time to make plans and set goals and the BIKEIOWA Event Calendar is the perfect place to plan!

 
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Scott Sumpter

Features

History of the Iowa Spring Classics »

Iowa’s Longest, Straightest Gravel Road – Or Is It? »

A 54-Mile Stretch of Unbroken Gravel… Can You Find One Longer?

Economic and Health Impacts of Bicycling and Trails in Iowa »

Study Reveals Iowa Cycling and Trails Generate $1.4 Billion for Iowa's Economy

Support the Raccoon River Valley Trail at the Annual Fundraising Banquet – Feb. 15, 2025! »

Join us for an evening of great food, camaraderie, and cycling advocacy – all in support of one of Iowa’s premier trails!

Upcoming Events

Sat Mar 22 2025
Iowa Spring Classic - Cumming »
Cumming, Gravel
St Wimpy Ride »
Cedar Rapids, Party Ride
Wed Mar 26 2025
M3 - Marshalltown-Melbourne-Marshalltown »
Marshalltown, Road
Sat Mar 29 2025
COLFAX GRAVEL BONANZA FONDO »
Colfax, Gravel
Icicle Bicycle »
Clinton, Party Ride
Tue Apr 01 2025
Iowa Gravel Project Weekly #1 Opening Night »
Bondurant, Gravel
Wed Apr 02 2025
M3 - Marshalltown-Melbourne-Marshalltown »
Marshalltown, Road
Thu Apr 03 2025
Virtual RAGBRAI LII Town Hall Meeting - APR »
Des Moines, Meeting
Sat Apr 05 2025
Sylvan Island Stampede »
Moline IL, Mountain Biking
Mon Apr 07 2025
Repair and Ride Bike Workshop »
Council Bluffs, Safety/Education/Training
Tue Apr 08 2025
Iowa Gravel Project Weekly #2 »
Ankeny, Gravel
Wed Apr 09 2025
M3 - Marshalltown-Melbourne-Marshalltown »
Marshalltown, Road
Sat Apr 12 2025
Pella Roubaix Spring Classic »
Pella, Gravel
Tue Apr 15 2025
Iowa Gravel Project Weekly #3 - Grimes »
Grimes, Gravel
Wed Apr 16 2025
13th Annual Velorosa Sip & Swap »
Des Moines, Expo/Sales/Swap
M3 - Marshalltown-Melbourne-Marshalltown »
Marshalltown, Road
Sat Apr 19 2025 to Sun Apr 20 2025
Iowa Wind and Rock »
Winterset, Gravel
Tue Apr 22 2025
Iowa Gravel Project Weekly #4 - Waukee »
Waukee, Gravel
Wed Apr 23 2025
M3 - Marshalltown-Melbourne-Marshalltown »
Marshalltown, Road
Sat Apr 26 2025
Quad City Bike Club Spring Tailwind Century »
Moline IL, Road
Sun Apr 27 2025
Sauk Rail Trail Fundraiser (Save The Date) »
Carroll, Trail Ride
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Just Posted Events

Sat May 17 2025
Tour de Tulips »
Orange City, Road
Thu Apr 03 2025
Virtual RAGBRAI LII Town Hall Meeting - APR »
Des Moines, Meeting
Sat Jun 07 2025
Bridges Ride »
Cedar Falls, Party Ride
Sat Apr 26 2025
Quad City Bike Club Spring Tailwind Century »
Moline IL, Road
Sat Aug 23 2025
HOPBRAI NIGHT RIDE! AROUND CEDAR RAPIDS »
Cedar Rapids, Party Ride
Sat Jun 14 2025
The Wabash Open Fore »
Council Bluffs, Party Ride
Wed May 14 2025
Ritual Mountain Bike Film Tour hosted by CITA »
Des Moines, Destination
Sat Jun 14 2025 to Sun Jun 15 2025
ScoCoPa Frenzy »
Eldridge, Mountain Biking
Sat May 10 2025
Illiniwek Abermination »
Hampton IL, Mountain Biking
Sat Apr 05 2025
Sylvan Island Stampede »
Moline IL, Mountain Biking
Sat Jun 21 2025
Ride in the Park »
Des Moines, Party Ride
Big Rove Ride »
Iowa City, Party Ride

News

URGENT ACTION ALERT: Help Pass Hands-Free Driving in the Iowa House! »
Caseys donated $10k to the Dream Team on The Kelly Clarkson Show »
Teens charged with murder (of Iowa Native) in hit-and-run of cyclist after video of incident was posted on social media »
Iowa organization push lawmakers to pass hands-free driving bill »
Iowa Senate Passes Hands-Free Driving Legislation by Nearly Unanimous Vote »
RAGBRAI youth cycling Dream Team to be showcased on 'The Kelly Clarkson Show' »
Re-cycled: How old recycling bins are helping local nonprofit continue its mission »
Street Collective offers advice on prepping your bike for spring »
Cedar Rapids nonprofit working to provide bikes to those in need »
$87,000 of RAGBRAI revenue given back to Ottumwa community »
RAGBRAI to release full route for Orange City-to-Guttenberg ride April 3 »
First phase of PlyWood Trail project now open to the public »
Walking trails on Mount Trashmore temporarily open »
Iowa City revamping bike lanes with new markings, work to last through month's end »
Milford RAGBRAI Committee Announces Logo, Theme & Website »
Bicyclist Injured in Collision at MLK Jr Pkwy & Ingersoll Ave in Des Moines »
Ames considers restricting e-bikes, e-scooters from downtown and Campustown sidewalks »
Iowa Transportation Commission to meet April 8 in Sioux Center »
10 years of two-wheeled service, one burrito at a time »
Decorah's Youth Mountain Bike Team Gears Up for New Season »
Protect the future of MacBride Nature Recreation Area »
The Pork Tornadoes will headline in Estherville on Ragbrai »
Alden community willing to be RAGBRAI pass-through town »
RAGBRAI - Top 10 Tips – March 2025 »
Cone Park mountain bike trails closed for repairs »
RAGBRAI Ottumwa Appreciation Party March 14 »
Mayor Of Orleans Says There Will Be Challenges If RAGBRAI Comes Through That Town »
Forest City RAGBRAI Announces Slogan and Logo »
Greene Co Supervisors Hear Economic Impact Presentation From Iowa Bicycle Coalition »
Gobikecamping website helps cyclists find accessible bike-packing campsites »
Planning Underway for Estherville RAGBRAI Overnight Stop »
Fairfield Trail users can stop at new playscape at Lamson Woods »
Orange City prepares to host RAGBRAI 2025 »
RAGBRAI documentary streaming on PBS. Here's how to watch 'SHIFT' for free »
A New Grant Received for RRVT Repaving Project in Greene County »
Sharing the road: how to cycle safely with motor vehicles »
Local cyclocross team encourages camaraderie, healthy lifestyle for youth »
Gazette’s inaugural Cycling Guide »
Cycling Spotlights - micro features »
Des Moines, IA – Injury Crash at 9th St & University Ave »
World of Bikes keeps riding after 50 years in business »
Variety – the Children’s Charity of Iowa donates adaptive bicycles to kids with special needs »
Explore Iowa in 2025 with the latest travel guide »
Ready, Set, Train! »
Senators advance resolution to repeal constitutional outdoor recreation fund »
Visit Fort Dodge promotes county trails at Iowa Bike Expo »
Bike trail to close east of Bouton Tuesday for repairs »
Editorial: RAGBRAI rolling into Orange City »
Cedar Rapids' Northtowne Cycling marks centennial with free public event for cycling fans »
Cyclists help grow Greene County’s economic development »
RAGBRAI's Guess the Route Winners »
Guttenberg looking forward to RAGBRAI »
No snow days for these Des Moines angels »
Action Alert: Protect the Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation Trust Fund! »
Kathy Murphy Reflects on Riding in The Rocky Mountains in 2024 »
RAGBRAI overnight in Estherville »
Muscatine to host summer triathlon »
Lake Macbride Fat Tire Classic bike race sees record turnout »
2025 BIKEIOWA RACING TEAM Sponsor Thanks! »
FasCat - Juniors Ride for Free Program »
Add News »

Reviews

This week on the JustGoBike Podcast! Episode 341 - Murph talks about TOMRV »

This week on the JustGoBike Podcast! Murph talks about all things TOMRV, one of Iowa’s classic bike rides.TOMRV is back on June 7 and 8!! This is a challenging two day bike ride based in Iowa that has...

This week on the JustGoBike Podcast! Episode 338 - Interviews from the Iowa Bike Expo »

The Iowa Bike Expo is a one day event in Des Moines every January. This must-attend event is run by the Iowa Bicycle Coalition and takes place on the same day that RAGBRAI announces the route. Murph...

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