Sioux Center is proud to host RAGBRAI for the 4th time in RAGBRAI history, although it's been 10 years since cyclists have pitched their tents here. This town of 7,000 is the home of Dordt College and many other comforting amenities. The city's website boasts that it's a clean, family friendly, attractive city. The 2.9 mils recreational trail through town will make getting around to all the activities a breeze.
The host committee has been busy planning for the throngs of RAGBRAI riders that will roll in on July 21st. To kick things off, the RAGBRAI Expo bring together exhibitors and bike shops. Specifically the expo gives RAGBRAI a chance to spotlight the official bike shops of the ride. In addition, more than 70 exhibitors will be there to demonstrate new gear and give riders a chance to pick up some last minute items for the ride. Rest assured you can find everything there from water bottles and socks to demo bikes. More information on the expo can be found here.
What's RAGBRAI without a chance for some entertainment? The stage in the beverage garden that evening will feature Highway 124 beginning at 6:00pm followed by Dirty Word Band at 9:00pm. But don't stay out too late. While the Sioux Center theme is "It's Downhill From Here," the first day of riding has 1,583 feet of hills to climb!
