The annual bike ride across the state begins Saturday with an expo in Le Mars and then riders take off Sunday. The Iowa State Patrol is asking those not on the ride to be prepared. Trooper, Karey Yaneff says you should use patience, and perhaps look at an alternative route to your destination if it conflicts with the RAGBRAI route
Yaneff says the Iowa State Patrol will be stationed at various points along the route to help with traffic control for the bicyclists. She says they will also be at the overnight communities assisting local law enforcement officials with possible intoxicated individuals.
Yaneff says they will also be on the lookout for underage minors consuming alcoholic beverages during RAGBRAI events. Organizers are wrapping up their final preparations as the bike ride returns following the pandemic pause. Some 15-thousand people have officially registered. Sac City organizer, Dale Wegner, says they’re still looking for volunteers in the town of around two-thousand residents.
Fort Dodge is another overnight stop where organizer Cam Nelson says they are looking forward to the riders.
Riders won’t be required to be vaccinated or pre-screened before participating. The ride will end up in Clinton on July 31st.
