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RAGBRAI Prep: E-Bikes, Heat, and Logistics | Des Moines News
RAGBRAI is rolling into town — and bike shops across Iowa are in full gear, packing trailers, deploying repair crews, and gearing up for the biggest bike ride in the state. With e-bikes booming (thanks to older riders who need them), shops are adapting fast to handle the tech. A charter service is even helping riders shuttle gear daily. Heat’s a concern, but riders prefer it to rain — and while wildfire smoke lingers, it’s not expected to disrupt the route. This is no small feat — thousands of cyclists, miles of road, and a whole state mobilized for one epic, sweaty, joyful ride. Listen in…
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