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Focusing on the culture of biking just for the fun of it and tales from the RAGBRAI Nation. Your rotating cast of weekly hosts Mark Wyatt (Executive Director of the Iowa Bicycle Coalition), Dieter Drake and Anne Lawrie (RAGBRAI), Andrea Parrott (RAGBRAI and ParrotTalk), Kathy Murphy (Murphology), Kyle Munson (JustGoBike original), and Brian Powers (Des Moines Register) are joined by a variety of guests each week that delve into the social side of cycling. Come for the bikes, stay for the fun, leave with a smile. So…. just go bike! Sponsored by the Des Moines Register

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    Episode 362: RAGBRAI LII Riders Reach the Mississippi River!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2025 19:45


    And just like that RAGBRAI LII is history! Here is our last daily episode. Murph and AP interview riders as they celebrate completing RAGBRAI. Thanks for tuning in. Join us again next week for more Just Go Bike podcast episodes! www.ragbrai.com

    Day 7 RAGBRAI LII Daily Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2025 24:12


    Murphy and AP catch up with riders in Oelwein our Day 6 overnight stop. Stop by and see us after you dip your tires in the Mississippi River at the Just Go Bike Winnebago Podvan and tell us how your week went!

    Day 6 RAGBRAI LII Daily Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2025 27:55


    Murph & AP talk with Ryan from the Military Warriors Support Foundation and Dan from One Pedal at a Time Movement and learn why RAGBRAI is a great platform for their causes. For more information about the organizations featured in the episode visit: Military Warriors Support Foundation, https://militarywarriors.org/ One Pedal at a Time Movement, https://opaatmovement.com/

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    Day 5 RAGBRAI LII Daily Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2025 23:56


    Murph & AP are back, dishing on their RAGBRAI LII adventures and chatting with Scott Sumpter from BIKEIOWA live from Expo in Iowa Falls! Catch the daily scoop and swing by the Just Go Bike Winnebago PodVan in each overnight town. Don't miss it! www.ragbrai.com

    Day 4 RAGBRAI LII Daily Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2025 15:21


    Murph & AP catch up as the broadcast live with James and Stephanie, Winnebago Ambassadors, live from the Just Go Bike Winnebago PodVan! Tune in daily and if you are riding RAGBRAI LII, stop by and see us in each overnight town at the Just Go Bike Winnebago PodVan!

    Day 3 RAGBRAI LII Daily Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2025 21:24


    More live interviews from Murph & AP as RAGBRAI riders pedal across the state! Tune in daily and if you are riding RAGBRAI LII, stop by and see us in each overnight town at the Just Go Bike Winnebago PodVan!

    Day 2 RAGBRAI LII Daily Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2025 15:04


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    Day 1 RAGBRAI LII Daily Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2025 13:16


    More live interviews from Murph & AP as RAGBRAI riders pedal across the state! Tune in daily and if you are riding RAGBRAI LII, stop by and see us in each overnight town at the Just Go Bike Podcast Van! www.ragbrai.com

    Day 0 RAGBRAI LII Daily Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2025 18:42


    RAGBRAI LII has begun and Murph & AP spent the day talking to riders at the Expo in Orange City. Tune in daily for more tales from the route, and if you are on RAGBRAI LII, stop by and see us in each overnight town at the Just Go Bike booth/Winnebago PodVan! www.ragbrai.com

    Day Negative O RAGBRAI LII Daily Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2025 18:40


    RAGBRAI LII officially kicks-off tomorrow but Murph & AP couldn't wait to get started. They check-in with Matt Phippen and RAGBRAI team members on how set-up in Orange City is going. Tune in daily for more tales from the route, and if you are on RAGBRAI LII, stop by and see us in each overnight town at the Just Go Bike Winnebago! www.ragbrai.com

    Episode 361: A Preview of the Overnight Towns of RAGBRAI LII

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2025 99:21


    Check out this preview of the overnight towns of RAGBRAI LII Orange City: https://ragbrai.orangecityiowa.com/ Milford: https://milfordragbrai.com/ Estherville: https://www.estherville.org/ragbrai-2025 Forest City: https://forestcityragbrai.com/ Iowa Falls: https://www.iowafallsragbrai.com/ Cedar Falls: https://www.cedarfallsragbrai.org/ Oelwein: https://www.oelweinragbrai.com/ Guttenberg: https://www.guttenbergragbrai.com/ Bicycle Routes (Road and Gravel): https://ridewithgps.com/.../JQNLW58UZh3fayHchyarukkc43M6Sv2U Support Routes: https://ridewithgps.com/.../WHqqOwt5YOuaxSeFoGEWZc2GdwJWkxjT Instructions for accessing the files and pdf downloads of the routes: https://ragbrai.com/ragbrai-lii-route-files/ RAGBRAI LII information: www.ragbrai.com Just Go Bike: https://ragbrai.com/justgobike/ Watch, or listen on our Just Go Bike YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/@JustGoBikePodcast Have a topic for a future episode? Message us at justgobikepodcast@gmail.com.

    Episode 360: The Coffee Shops of RAGBRAI LII

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 112:27


    Coffee drinkers, this episode is for you!! Murph caught up with some of the coffee shops that you will find as you pedal across the state during RAGBRAI LII. Coffee shops included in this episode, along with a tiny taste of what they will offer are: The Daily Grind, Hartley: https://www.facebook.com/DailyGrindInHartley ~check out their RAGBRAI Replenisher! Central Perk Coffeehouse, Estherville: https://www.facebook.com/CentralPerkCoffeeHouseEstherville ~Known for their ACAI Bowls! Stompin Grounds, Armstrong: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556685766647 ~They will have Lotus energy drinks and Pickle Pops! Rosebud Old Fashions, Titonka: https://www.facebook.com/rosebudoldfashions ~Check out their Snickers Cold Coffee! Cabin Coffee, Forest City: www.cabincoffeecompany.com ~They offer a super caffeinated ‘white coffee', and they also own Sweet Emmy Lou's Ice Cream Shop! The Daily Grind, Forest City:https://www.facebook.com/thedailygrindclearlake ~Meet Veteran and Motivational Speaker Jack Zimmerman, and try the signature drink called Laura's Lemonade. https://www.jackzimmermanmn.com/ Coffee Attic, Iowa Falls: https://www.coffeeattic.net/ ~Try the frozen specialty drink called the Frozen Coffee Attic Chairish Life Coffee Shop, Ackley: https://www.facebook.com/chairishlifecoffeeshop ~Enjoy the many comfy chairs while drinking your tasty beverage! Peppercorn Pantry, Aplington: www.peppercornpantry.com ~They own three store fronts, so plenty of space to cool off and enjoy a drink Sarah's Espresso Café, Cedar Falls: www.sarahsespressocafe.com ~Try the GoGo Juice or the Marshmallow Crème Drink Cup of Joe, Cedar Falls: https://www.facebook.com/cupofjoe.cedarfalls ~The Screaming Chicken Drink awaits!! The Farmer's Kitchen, Fairbank: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574126004612 ~Explore this historic building while you enjoy your beverage Black Bird Coffeehouse, Oelwein: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094833434809 ~Try a Quencher or the Black Raspberry Latte Derailled Coffee House, Guttenberg: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552145783000 ~This bicycle themed coffee shop has bicycle themed drinks like the energy drink called an E-bike! Bicycle Routes (Road and Gravel): https://ridewithgps.com/.../JQNLW58UZh3fayHchyarukkc43M6Sv2U Support Routes: https://ridewithgps.com/.../WHqqOwt5YOuaxSeFoGEWZc2GdwJWkxjT Instructions for accessing the files and pdf downloads of the routes: https://ragbrai.com/ragbrai-lii-route-files/ RAGBRAI LII information: www.ragbrai.com Just Go Bike: https://ragbrai.com/justgobike/ Watch, or listen on our Just Go Bike YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/@JustGoBikePodcast Have a topic for a future episode? Message us at justgobikepodcast@gmail.com.

    Episode 359: Riding RAGBRAI with Ride with GPS

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2025 34:58


    Your official RAGBRAI LII navigation routes are here, brought to you by Ride with GPS! Brett from Ride with GPS chats with Murph and AP about the simple to use Cycling Software Platform that helps riders discover and plan better cycling experiences. Follow the links to get your maps, your way. Whether you're a rider or a driver there are several options for downloading and using the route files provided. Bicycle Routes (Road and Gravel): https://ridewithgps.com/.../JQNLW58UZh3fayHchyarukkc43M6Sv2U Support Routes: https://ridewithgps.com/.../WHqqOwt5YOuaxSeFoGEWZc2GdwJWkxjT Instructions for accessing the files and pdf downloads of the routes: https://ragbrai.com/ragbrai-lii-route-files/ RAGBRAI LII information: www.ragbrai.com Just Go Bike: https://ragbrai.com/justgobike/ Watch, or listen on our Just Go Bike YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/@JustGoBikePodcast Have a topic for a future episode? Message us at justgobikepodcast@gmail.com.

    Episode 358: Making RAGBRAI History, Pedaling into Minnesota!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2025 55:09


    Jeremy Bartosh: www.co.jackson.mn.us Randolph Briley: exploremn.com Erik Noonan: bikeMN.org RAGBRAI LII information: www.ragbrai.com Just Go Bike: https://ragbrai.com/justgobike/ Watch, or listen on our Just Go Bike YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/@JustGoBikePodcast Have a topic for a future episode? Message us at justgobikepodcast@gmail.com.

    Episode 357: RAGBRAI Vendor Highlight: The Iowa Beer Bus

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 39:17


    AP and Murph sat down with Mike Mott from the Iowa Beer Bus to find out what it is like to be a vendor on the route each year. Mike gives us the inside scoop on how logistics work, other events the Iowa Beer Bus goes to, and of course where they will be on route this year. Follow or message the Iowa Beer Bus on Facebook RAGBRAI LII information: www.ragbrai.com Just Go Bike: https://ragbrai.com/justgobike/ Watch, or listen on our Just Go Bike YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/@JustGoBikePodcast Have a topic for a future episode? Message us at justgobikepodcast@gmail.com.

    Episode 356: June RAGBRAI Town Hall Rider Q&A

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 28:51


    RAGBRAI holds a virtual town hall each month where riders can hear what is going on behind the scenes and also ask questions about RAGBRAI LII, our upcoming bike ride across the state. AP and Murph discuss some of the questions that riders asked during the June Town Hall. Some of the topics included are: GPS maps, gravel patch, laundry, and showering options during the week. June Town Hall: https://youtu.be/z1N5U4PXh34?si=AbNK_1DFWljPKSSR RAGBRAI LII information: www.ragbrai.com Just Go Bike: https://ragbrai.com/justgobike/ Watch, or listen on our Just Go Bike YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/@JustGoBikePodcast Have a topic for a future episode? Message us at justgobikepodcast@gmail.com.

    Episode 355: Highlights from the RAGBRAI Route Inspection Ride

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 31:23


    The RAGBRAI Route Inspection Team has completed their ride across the state of Iowa and Murph & AP are on to give us some highlights. From small town hospitality to homemade pie, if you are registered to ride RAGBRAI, you are in for a treat!! RAGBRAI LII information: www.ragbrai.com Just Go Bike: https://ragbrai.com/justgobike/ Watch, or listen on our Just Go Bike YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/@JustGoBikePodcast Have a topic for a future episode? Message us at justgobikepodcast@gmail.com.

    2025 RAGBRAI Route Inspection Ride Day 7

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2025 23:41


    Here is a recap of Day 07 of the 2025 Route Inspection – Our day started in Oelwein, from there we visited Stanley, Aurora. Lamont, Dundee, Edgewood, Garber and then into Guttenberg and to the Mississippi River to dip our tires!! With us on this episode is a gravel route update from Scott Sumpter. Be sure to catch up with the JustGoBike Podcast daily reports on each day of the RAGBRAI Inspection Ride! Co-hosts AP and Murph will fill you in on the ups and downs of the route, news and highlights from the RAGBRAI LII communities, interviews with fellow Route Inspectors, and more! Registration for RAGBRAI LII: www.ragbrai.com Watch, or listen on our Just Go Bike YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/@JustGoBikePodcast Have a topic for a future episode? Message us at justgobikepodcast@gmail.com.

    2025 RAGBRAI Route Inspection Ride Day 6

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025 25:07


    Here is a recap of Day 06 of the 2025 Route Inspection – Our day started in Cedar Falls, from there we visited Dunkerton, Fairbank and then into Oelwein for the night. With us on this episode is a gravel route update from Quinn and Bailey Kelsay, and then a route review with Dan and Brian. Be sure to tune in to the JustGoBike Podcast for daily reports on each day's ride! Co-hosts AP and Murph will fill you in on the ups and downs of the route, news and highlights from the RAGBRAI LII communities, interviews with fellow Route Inspectors, and more! Registration for RAGBRAI LII: www.ragbrai.com Watch, or listen on our Just Go Bike YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/@JustGoBikePodcast Have a topic for a future episode? Message us at justgobikepodcast@gmail.com.

    2025 RAGBRAI Route Inspection Ride Day 5

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025 21:17


    Here is a recap of Day 05 of the 2025 Route Inspection – Our day started in Iowa Falls, from there we visited Ackley, Aplington, Parkersburg, New Hartford and then into Cedar Falls for the night. Be sure to tune in to the JustGoBike Podcast for daily reports on each day's ride! Co-hosts AP and Murph will fill you in on the ups and downs of the route, news and highlights from the RAGBRAI LII communities, interviews with fellow Route Inspectors, and more! Registration for RAGBRAI LII: www.ragbrai.com Watch, or listen on our Just Go Bike YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/@JustGoBikePodcast Have a topic for a future episode? Message us at justgobikepodcast@gmail.com.

    2025 RAGBRAI Route Inspection Ride Day 4

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2025 21:43


    Here is a recap of Day 04 of the 2025 Route Inspection – Our day started in Forest City, from there we visited Ventura, Meservey, Alexander, Latimer, Coulter, and then into Iowa Falls for the night. Also with Murph and AP today is one of the PreRide Riders, Erin Oliphant. Be sure to tune in to the JustGoBike Podcast for daily reports on each day's ride! Co-hosts AP and Murph will fill you in on the ups and downs of the route, news and highlights from the RAGBRAI LII communities, interviews with fellow Route Inspectors, and more! Registration for RAGBRAI LII: www.ragbrai.com Watch, or listen on our Just Go Bike YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/@JustGoBikePodcast Have a topic for a future episode? Message us at justgobikepodcast@gmail.com.

    2025 RAGBRAI Route Inspection Ride Day 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 21:38


    Here is a recap of Day 03 of the 2025 Route Inspection – Our day started in Estherville, from there we visited Armstrong, Swea City, Bancroft, Titonka, Woden, Crystal Lake, and then into Forest City for the night. Be sure to tune in to the JustGoBike Podcast for daily reports on each day's ride! Co-hosts AP and Murph will fill you in on the ups and downs of the route, news and highlights from the RAGBRAI LII communities, interviews with fellow Route Inspectors, and more! Registration for RAGBRAI LII: www.ragbrai.com Watch, or listen on our Just Go Bike YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/@JustGoBikePodcast Have a topic for a future episode? Message us at justgobikepodcast@gmail.com.

    2025 RAGBRAI Route Inspection Ride Day 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 17:21


    Here is a recap of Day 02 of the 2025 Route Inspection – Our ride started from Milford, through Wahpeton, then into MINNESOTA to Brown Park!! From there we stopped in Superior and then into Estherville for the night. Laura Rice joins us for another rider perspective. Be sure to tune in to the JustGoBike Podcast for daily reports on each day's ride! Co-hosts AP and Murph will fill you in on the ups and downs of the route, news and highlights from the RAGBRAI LII communities, interviews with fellow Route Inspectors, and more! Registration for RAGBRAI LII: www.ragbrai.com Watch, or listen on our Just Go Bike YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/@JustGoBikePodcast Have a topic for a future episode? Message us at justgobikepodcast@gmail.com.

    2025 RAGBRAI Route Inspection Ride Day 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 19:02


    The 2025 Route Inspection Pre Ride is underway! Here is a recap of Day 01 – Our ride from Orange City, through Granville, Primghar, Hartley, May City and then into Milford for the night. Interviews include thoughts from PreRiders Scott Matter from the Dream Team, and Brent Johnson from Bike Tech who rode both gravel routes. Be sure to tune in to the JustGoBike Podcast for daily reports on each day's ride! Co-hosts AP and Murph will fill you in on the ups and downs of the route, news and highlights from the RAGBRAI LII communities, interviews with fellow Route Inspectors, and more! Registration for RAGBRAI LII: www.ragbrai.com Watch, or listen on our Just Go Bike YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/@JustGoBikePodcast Have a topic for a future episode? Message us at justgobikepodcast@gmail.com.

    2025 RAGBRAI Route Inspection Ride Day 0

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2025 13:02


    The 2025 Route Inspection Pre Ride has officially begun! Here is a recap of Day 0 – our kickoff of the 2025 RAGBRAI Route Inspection Ride. Our first guest of the week is RAGBRAI Ride Director Matt Phippen! We chat about our goals for Pre Ride and how we'll show off the RAGBRAI LII route. Be sure to tune in to the JustGoBike Podcast for daily reports on each day's ride! Co-hosts AP and Murph will fill you in on the ups and downs of the route, news and highlights from the RAGBRAI LII communities, interviews with fellow Route Inspectors, and more! Registration for RAGBRAI LII: www.ragbrai.com Watch, or listen on our Just Go Bike YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/@JustGoBikePodcast Have a topic for a future episode? Message us at justgobikepodcast@gmail.com.

    Episode 354: Mental Training for RAGBRAI with Coach Amy

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 42:19


    Did you know mental training is a learned discipline just like physical training? Amy from Transcend Mental Training is on to talk about how to help you focus on what you can control, and become the best version of yourself for RAGBRAI! Whether it is your first RAGBRAI or your 25th, Coach Amy has some great tips. http://www.transcendmentaltraining.com/ Registration for RAGBRAI LII: www.ragbrai.com Watch, or listen on our Just Go Bike YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/@JustGoBikePodcast Have a topic for a future episode? Message us at justgobikepodcast@gmail.com.

    Episode 353: Erin Shares RAGBRAI FAQ (and ride training tips)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2025 28:10


    We go to the front lines for today's episode! Meet Erin Oliphant. She is a customer service person for RAGBRAI, answering any and all kinds of questions from RAGBRAI Nation. Erin is going to share information on some of the top questions she receives via email: long term parking, participant guide, and more. She is also an Ironman Triathlete and triathlon coach and shares some of her coaching tips to help riders get ready for this year's ride across Iowa! Registration for RAGBRAI LII: www.ragbrai.com Watch, or listen on our Just Go Bike YouTube channel. www.youtube.com/@JustGoBikePodcast Have a topic for a future episode? Message us at justgobikepodcast@gmail.com.

    Episode 352: RAGBRAI Community Supports Honor Flight Network

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 41:19


    On this episode meet Eastern Iowa Honor Flight President Lynette Voss. RAGBRAI chose the Honor Flight Network as the Community Fund beneficiary for RAGBRAI LII. The Honor Flight Network is a national nonprofit with 130 hubs dedicated to honoring America's veterans by bringing over 300,000 of them to their memorials in Washington, D.C., since 2005, at no cost. Lynette shares some insight into the organization and the Eastern Iowa Honor Flight hub. Also on the show is RAGBRAI Rider and veteran, Jimmy Mindoro, who shares his thoughts on the Honor Flight along with some stories on friends and family who have experienced an Honor Flight. National Honor Flight Network: Honorflight.org Eastern Iowa Honor Flight: eihonorflight.org Donate Today: https://venturesendurance.enmotive.com/events/fundraising/ragbrai-lii Registration for RAGBRAI LII: www.ragbrai.com Watch, or listen on our Just Go Bike YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/@JustGoBikePodcast Have a topic for a future episode? Message us at justgobikepodcast@gmail.com.

    Episode 351: ParrotTalk: April/May RAGBRAI Town Hall Rider Q & A

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 30:38


    RAGBRAI holds a virtual town hall each month where riders can hear what is going on behind the scenes and also ask questions about RAGBRAI LII, our upcoming bike ride across the state. AP compiled some of those questions for this week's ParrotTalk episode. The Weather App AP mentioned: https://www.smart911.com/ Portable Fan: https://amzn.to/3RRXBYJ May Town Hall: https://www.youtube.com/watch?si=M5NoP85Kd0KRVXc0+&v=l13QsYylyTg&feature=youtu.be Registration for RAGBRAI LII is open! www.ragbrai.com Watch, or listen on our Just Go Bike YouTube channel. www.youtube.com/@JustGoBikePodcast Have a topic for a future episode? Message us at justgobikepodcast@gmail.com.

    Episode 350: Biking the Wabash Trace in the Wabash Open Fore Bike/Golf Event

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 29:19


    Have you explored the Wabash Trace Nature Trail yet? The Wabash Trace Nature Trail is a rail trail that leads riders through the rural forests and countryside of southwest Iowa. The trail stretches 63 miles from Council Bluffs to Blanchard. On this episode, Murph chats with Erin and Curt about a fun event that doubles as a fundraiser for the trail. It is the fourth year for the Wabash Open which is a fun bike ride on the Wabash Trace that includes mini golf stops along the way. Riders form teams and play 18 holes during the ride, which starts in Council Bluffs and ends in Mineola. This event takes place June 14, 2025 and the theme this year is all about the movie Back to the Future! https://www.facebook.com/share/1DNjvoRr6Y/ https://www.bikereg.com/wabash-open-4 More about the Wabash Trace Nature Trail: Murphology-podcast – Episode-78-exploring-the-wabash-trace-nature-trail Registration for RAGBRAI LII is open! www.ragbrai.com Watch, or listen on our Just Go Bike YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/@JustGoBikePodcast Have a topic for a future episode? Message us at justgobikepodcast@gmail.com.

    Episode 349: The Iowa City Bike Library is on a Mission to Get More People on Bikes

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 48:37


    Executive Director Audrey along with Kate, Fundraising Coordinator, from the Iowa City Bike Library are on the podcast to talk about all things bike library. What is a ‘bike library'? On a high level, it is a place to rent, borrow or buy a used bicycle. But it is so much more. They have done a spectacular job making their space a welcome place for everyone in the community. They have had great success with programs, events, and keeping their shop full of usable bikes, and they believe every community should have the same available to anyone who wants to get into, or back into cycling. www.icbikelibrary.org Registration for RAGBRAI LII is open! www.ragbrai.com Watch, or listen on our Just Go Bike YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/@JustGoBikePodcast Have a topic for a future episode? Message us at justgobikepodcast@gmail.com.

    Episode 348: How 1st Phorm Can Positively Impact Your RAGBRAI Experience

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 54:45


    Looking for a way to become a better version of you and get in shape to pedal across the state in July? 1st Phorm to the rescue! On this episode meet TJ LaFaver from 1st Phorm, a supplement company that help clients with nutrition and training. As TJ says, the best diet is the one you can stick to, and on this episode you will hear some great tips on how you can be better prepared for RAGBRAI LII. www.1stphorm.com Registration for RAGBRAI LII is open! www.ragbrai.com Watch, or listen on our Just Go Bike YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/@JustGoBikePodcast Have a topic for a future episode? Message us at justgobikepodcast@gmail.com.

    Episode 347: A Deep Dive into the RAGBRAI LII Full Route with Matt Phippen, Part Two

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2025 32:40


    AP and Murph continue the conversation with ride director Matt Phippen about RAGBRAI LII and the full 2025 route. This is part two of two where Matt dives into mileage, elevation and we talk a bit about each of the towns we will be visiting on the RAGBRAI route. We also dive into how riders and their support vehicles will get in and out of some of the small towns. Registration for RAGBRAI LII is open! www.ragbrai.com Watch, or listen on our Just Go Bike YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/@JustGoBikePodcast Have a topic for a future episode? Message us at justgobikepodcast@gmail.com.

    Episode 346: A Deep Dive into the RAGBRAI LII Full Route with Matt Phippen, Part One

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 35:17


    This week AP and Murph sit down with ride director Matt Phippen to talk about RAGBRAI LII and the full 2025 route. This is part one of two where Matt dives into mileage, elevation and we talk a bit about each of the towns we will be visiting on the RAGBRAI route. We also talk a bit about how riders will navigate dipping their tires in the Missouri River and also the big news….we are pedaling into Minnesota this year! Registration for RAGBRAI LII is open! www.ragbrai.com Watch, or listen on our Just Go Bike YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/@JustGoBikePodcast Have a topic for a future episode? Message us at justgobikepodcast@gmail.com.

    Episode 345: Iowa's Dream Team Featured on the Kelly Clarkson Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2025 36:19


    Recently, the Dream Team executive director, Scott Matter, and current Dream Team members Jeremiah and Ennovy appeared on the "The Kelly Clarkson Show" to introduce the organization and its mission to the show's national audience. Scott is on this episode to share his experience travelling to New York for the show and also to give us some exciting updates on the Dream Team. The Dream Team is a unique opportunity for youth to build relationships, achieve personal growth, and learn life skills. The five month program is based in Des Moines, Iowa and culminates with the team riding together across Iowa on RAGBRAI. https://www.dreamteamdesmoines.org/ Registration for RAGBRAI LII is open! www.ragbrai.com Watch, or listen on our Just Go Bike YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/@JustGoBikePodcast Have a topic for a future episode? Message us at justgobikepodcast@gmail.com.

    Episode 344: ParrotTalk: March RAGBRAI Town Hall Rider Q & A

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2025 34:49


    RAGBRAI holds a virtual town hall each month where riders can hear what is going on behind the scenes and also ask questions about RAGBRAI LII, our upcoming bike ride across the state. AP compiled some of those questions for this week's ParrotTalk episode. Top 10 Tips: https://ragbrai.com/top-10-tips-march-2025/ March Town Hall: https://ragbrai.com/ragbrai-march-townhall/ February Town Hall: https://ragbrai.com/ragbrai-february-townhall/ January Town Hall: https://youtu.be/REDKPjtNOn4?si=D8l-Eev__j3vBGlWPortable Power Bank to charge your devices: https://a.co/d/15bpEPX Registration for RAGBRAI LII is open! www.ragbrai.com Watch, or listen on our Just Go Bike YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/@JustGoBikePodcast Have a topic for a future episode? Message us at justgobikepodcast@gmail.com.

    Episode 343: Living, and Biking, with Multiple Sclerosis

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2025 46:04


    Do you know someone living with Multiple Sclerosis? This week is MS Awareness Week and currently 2.9 people in the world have MS. Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic autoimmune disease that affects the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord). RAGBRAI Ride Director Matt Phippen is one of those people living with MS. On this special episode, Matt talks about his MS journey. We also have special guests: Matt's physician, Dr Hughes who is the Medical Director at MercyOne Neurosciences, and also Kathleen O'Donnell, the Upper Midwest Chapter President of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. https://www.nationalmssociety.org/ Bike MS: https://events.nationalmssociety.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=cms.page&id=1232&language=en RAGBRAI Gives: https://ragbrai.com/gives/ Registration for RAGBRAI LII is open! www.ragbrai.com Watch, or listen on our Just Go Bike YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/@JustGoBikePodcast Have a topic for a future episode? Message us at justgobikepodcast@gmail.com.

    Episode 342: Coach Ertl's Training Tips for RAGBRAI LII

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2025 41:22


    Coach Ertl is back to talk to us about training for RAGBRAI LII! NOW is the time to start getting those training miles in so that you can be in your best shape to tackle the miles, and hills, of Iowa in July. Coach Ertl says preparation is the key…training your body to sit on the saddle for long periods of time, testing out equipment and clothing, and of course dialing in your nutrition are just a few ways to get yourself prepared. And don't forget to get your bike tuned up! Coach Ertl Training Blogs and Training Plan: https://ragbrai.com/training/ https://ragbrai.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/RAGBRAI_Training_Plan_2025.pdf Registration for RAGBRAI LII is open! www.ragbrai.com Watch, or listen on our Just Go Bike YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/@JustGoBikePodcast Have a topic for a future episode? Message us at justgobikepodcast@gmail.com.

    Episode 341: TOMRV: Tour of the Mississippi River Valley is Back!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2025 37:06


    TOMRV is back on June 7 and 8!! This is a challenging two day bike ride based in Iowa that has been in existence since 1978. Tina Anderson from the Quad Cities Bike Club is on to talk about this popular event that attracts over 1,000 cyclists annually. Riders come to ride the scenic and challenging roads along the glacier-carved Mississippi River Valley. From flat stretches to steep bluffs, TOMRV offers a variety of terrains that challenge riders, from competitive racers to fitness enthusiasts. In addition to well-stocked SAG stops, there will also be bike support on route by certified bike mechanics. More about TOMRV: https://qcbc.org/content.aspx?page_id=22&club_id=505193&module_id=324415 TOMRV Registration: https://secure.getmeregistered.com/get_information.php?event_id=MTczMjU0NzgwNzE4MjjYewe6VThJ1nvD Registration for RAGBRAI LII is open! www.ragbrai.com Watch, or listen on our Just Go Bike YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/@JustGoBikePodcast Have a topic for a future episode? Message us at justgobikepodcast@gmail.com.

    Episode 340: Murph and AP Attend the RAGBRAI LII Overnight Town Planning Meetings

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2025 25:23


    Murph and AP were on the road for this episode, getting a first hand, behind the scenes look at the beginning stages of planning for each of the RAGBRAI LII overnight towns. RAGBRAI directors Matt and Anne visit each of the communities many times to go over timelines and all that goes into hosting us riders in July. Iowa looks a bit different in February, but the RAGBRAI buzz was high while Murph and AP sat in on meetings in each of the overnight towns. RAGBRAI LII overnight towns include: Orange City, Milford, Estherville, Forest City, Iowa Falls, Cedar Falls, Oelwein and Guttenberg. Registration for RAGBRAI LII is open! www.ragbrai.com Watch, or listen on our Just Go Bike YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/@JustGoBikePodcast Have a topic for a future episode? Message us at justgobikepodcast@gmail.com.

    Episode 339: ParrotTalk: RAGBRAI Town Hall Q & A from Riders

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2025 41:11


    RAGBRAI holds a virtual town hall each month where riders can hear what's going on behind the scenes and also ask questions about RAGBRAI LII, and anything they may want to know about our upcoming bike ride across the state. AP compiled some of those questions for this week's episode. Topics include: food options, transportation to the start, where to sleep, and the value of registration. January Town Hall: https://youtu.be/REDKPjtNOn4?si=D8l-Eev__j3vBGlW February Town Hall: https://ragbrai.com/ragbrai-february-townhall/ Training Blog: https://ragbrai.com/ragbrai-lii-training/ Erin Oliphant Training Episode: https://soundcloud.com/justgobike/episode-305-stuff-you-should-know-about-ragbrai-li Portable Travel Fan: https://a.co/d/dDl5KGt 2025 Rides: https://soundcloud.com/justgobike/episode-332-exploring-2025-rides-and-tours Registration for RAGBRAI LII is open! www.ragbrai.com Watch, or listen on our Just Go Bike YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/@JustGoBikePodcast Have a topic for a future episode? Message us at justgobikepodcast@gmail.com. www.IowaBicycleCoaltion.org

    Episode 338: Interviews From the Iowa Bike Expo

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2025 35:19


    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 and AP had a Just Go Bike Podcast booth set up and many fans stopped by to say hello! For this episode they interviewed several people about the Expo, the 2025 route, and also about each interviewee's area of expertise! Interviews include: Patty and Jeanette from Georgia Pete England from Legacy Trails Dave Edwards from PrimalWear.com Matt Phippen, RAGBRAI Ride Director Coz Lindsay, RAGBRAI SAG Crew Pre-Order your Just Go Bike Podcast t-shirt! https://ve-cycling.myshopify.com/products/just-go-bike-shirt-pre-order-only Registration for RAGBRAI LII is open! www.ragbrai.com Watch, or listen on our Just Go Bike YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/@JustGoBikePodcast Have a topic for a future episode? Message us at justgobikepodcast@gmail.com. www.IowaBicycleCoaltion.org

    Episode 337: Matt Phippen and an Overview of the 2025 RAGBRAI LII Route

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2025 43:08


    This week AP and Murph sit down with ride director Matt Phippen to talk about RAGBRAI LII and the 2025 route, along with his process on how to get the route from paper to reality. Matt dives into mileage, elevation and a bit about each of the 8 overnight towns on the RAGBRAI route. The overnight towns for RAGBRAI LII are: Orange City, Milford, Estherville, Forest City, Iowa Falls, Cedar Falls, Oelwein, and Guttenberg. Registration for RAGBRAI LII is open! www.ragbrai.com Watch, or listen on our Just Go Bike YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/@JustGoBikePodcast Have a topic for a future episode? Message us at justgobikepodcast@gmail.com.

    Episode 336: ParrotTalk: Just Go Bike Podcast Survey Results

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2025 32:29


    On this ParrotTalk episode, both AP and Murph go over interesting survey results from a survey that went out late last fall. Listeners gave us the scoop on demographics, favorite episodes and topic suggestions. Registration for RAGBRAI LII is open! www.ragbrai.com Watch, or listen on our Just Go Bike YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/@JustGoBikePodcast Have a topic for a future episode? Message us at justgobikepodcast@gmail.com

    Episode 335: RAGBRAI Staff Spotlight with Laura Rice

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2025 31:49


    Murph and AP caught up with RAGBRAI staff member Laura Rice to get some behind the scenes scoop on some of the things Laura is working on as the team prepares for RAGBRAI LII. Laura also shares a bit about her cycling background which includes racing, organizing and training for cycling events! Registration for RAGBRAI LII is open! www.ragbrai.com Watch, or listen on our Just Go Bike YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/@JustGoBikePodcast Have a topic for a future episode? Message us at justgobikepodcast@gmail.com

    Episode 334: An Update From RAGBRAI Ride Director Matt Phippen

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2025 18:41


    RAGBRAI Ride Director Matt Phippen joins Murph and AP to find out how RAGBRAI LII plans are coming along. Watch, or listen on our Just Go Bike YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/@JustGoBikePodcast Have a topic for a future episode? Message us at justgobikepodcast@gmail.com.

    Episode 333: 2025 Iowa Bike Expo and RAGBRAI Route Announcement Updates

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2025 16:07


    Happy New Year! It's a new year and we are getting closer to knowing the RAGBRAI LII Route!! Murph and AP provide us with some details and updates on two upcoming events, the Iowa Bike Expo and the RAGBRAI Route Announcement Party, coming up January 25, 2025. It's the official kick off to the bike season as we learn the route and celebrate all things bicycle in Iowa. The Route Announcement Party will be at the super cool Vibrant Music Hall, a gorgeous theater with expanded seating options. RAGBRAI Route Announcement Party: https://ragbrai.com/ragbrai-route-announcement-party/ RAGBRAI Registration: https://ragbrai.com/ragbrai-registration/ Iowa Bike Expo: https://www.iowabikeexpo.com/ Iowa Bicycle Coalition: https://iowabicyclecoalition.org/ Best Jersey Contest details: https://iowabicyclecoalition.org/best-jersey-contest-is-now-open/ Watch, or listen on our Just Go Bike YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/@JustGoBikePodcast Have a topic for a future episode? Message us at justgobikepodcast@gmail.com.

    Episode 332: Exploring 2025 Rides and Tours

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2024 25:23


    On this episode Murph and AP explore a few bicycle rides and tours that could be great training rides as you prepare for RAGBRAI LII! Included are Cycle Zydeco, The Five Boro Bike Ride, The Door County Century, The Bacoon Ride and the Iowa Gravel Series. Cyclezydeco.com https://www.bike.nyc/events/td-five-boro-bike-tour/ doorcountycentury.com IowaBicycleCoaltion.org iowagravelseries.com Iowa Gravel Series Episode: https://soundcloud.com/murphology-podcast/episode-150-the-iowa-gravel-series-with-ian-breitlow Watch, or listen on our Just Go Bike YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/@JustGoBikePodcast Today's video intro: https://youtu.be/4XHIZAjgtUA?si=GHSBR0-5rsZ63xK4 Have a topic for a future episode? Message us at justgobikepodcast@gmail.com. Registration for RAGBRAI LII is open! www.ragbrai.com

    Episode 331: RAGBRAI Rider Spotlight: Diana Gray

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2024 33:20


    What was it, or who was it, that got you to do your very first RAGBRAI? For Diana, it was hearing about the ride and seeing an opportunity to ride with someone who had done RAGBRAI before. Currently in St. Louis, Diana grew up just across the river from Iowa and it didn't take more than a few miles to take her right back to the sights and smells that Iowa has to offer. In this episode Diana is going to tell us about her first RAGBRAI, and her experiences with all that Iowa has to offer! Watch, or listen on our Just Go Bike YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/@JustGoBikePodcast Have a topic for a future episode? Message us at justgobikepodcast@gmail.com. Registration for RAGBRAI LII is open! www.ragbrai.com

    Episode 330:The Nature of Idaho Podcast Listeners Meet RAGBRAI

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2024 36:15


    Idaho? You are probably wondering why a RAGBRAI podcast would talk about Idaho. Recently Murph and AP were interviewed on The Nature of Idaho podcast to talk about all things RAGBRAI! The Nature of Idaho podcast is hosted by Peter Pruett, Zoo Idaho Superintendent, and Dr. Leif Tapanila, Director of the Idaho Museum of Natural History. Peter came to Iowa to ride RAGBRAI LI, and wanted to share his experience with their listeners. We got permission to share the episode with you! And you get a bit of bonus content on this episode: some history on the dung beetle. Enjoy! https://www.kisu.org/podcast/the-nature-of-idaho Episode 316 with Team Jedi Mustard: https://soundcloud.com/justgobike/episode-316-ragbrai-li-rider-recaps-part-4 Watch, or listen on our Just Go Bike YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/@JustGoBikePodcast Have a topic for a future episode? Message us at justgobikepodcast@gmail.com. Registration for RAGBRAI LII is open! www.ragbrai.com RAGBRAI Gives: https://ragbrai.com/community-fund/

    Episode 329: Murph & AP Give Thanks to Bikes, RAGBRAI, and More!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2024 25:24


    In the spirit of Thanksgiving, Murph and AP chat about two of their favorite things: bicycles and giving thanks! Watch, or listen on our Just Go Bike YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/@JustGoBikePodcast Have a topic for a future episode? Message us at justgobikepodcast@gmail.com. Registration for RAGBRAI LII is open! www.ragbrai.com RAGBRAI Gives: https://ragbrai.com/community-fund/

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