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Comment by Mark Trulock on July 18, 2009 at 5:36am

I'm taking off in an hour or so, Have a good ride everyone.

Comment by Joe Studer 8.0 mi on July 6, 2009 at 10:37pm

Jennie:

Right now, my chances at canceling are about 60%. In reality, the chances I cancel are actually probably higher, but I am trying to be optimistic.

Comment by Joe Studer 8.0 mi on July 6, 2009 at 8:43pm

Jennie, I'm all registered for this year's RAGBRAI, but there is a good chance that I will have to skip it due to a new project at work. Because I really like to ride RAGBRAI (my sister and Dad ride it with me), I am going to wait until the last possible minute to make the decision on whether to skip. I will probably know by July 15 (that Wednesday before the ride) whether or not I will be going.

If I don't go, I'd be more than happy to give you my bracelet, for free. So, if you're still looking for a bracelet after July 15, contact me, and I'll give you mine if I've decided I can't go.

I hope you go. I think it's a fun ride.

Comment by Brett Ratner on July 6, 2009 at 7:29pm

Hey, all...my cell phone is 815-342-9169. I will be bringing lots of cash with the sole intent of purchasing beers and various pork and/or corn-derived food products for myself and my fellow chain linkers. Feel free to gimme a call any time during the week!

Comment by Mark Trulock on July 6, 2009 at 4:02pm

Friends
I just thought about doing RAGBRAI this morning. I always sort of wanted to do it. I'm unemployed and taking the summer off. I just bought a wrist band and found a ride on the forums at RAGBRAI.com. I love this country.

Sorry Jenny I took the last space in a car. But if somebody will take me....

Comment by Jamie on July 6, 2009 at 3:51pm

it's better to regret something you have done than something you haven't done.

Comment by Joe Studer 8.0 mi on July 6, 2009 at 3:48pm

Comment by Joe 41 seconds ago Delete Comment Having a wristband means that you are an "Official Rider." Check out the following link to see the list of "Official Rider Benefits."

I think the best benefits of being an "official rider" are:

- sag support. If you're not wearing a wrist band, and you run into trouble on the road, you will not be able to use the Ragbrai sag wagons to get a ride into town. I have seen of the bicycle repair shops / tents on the route refuse service to people without wrist bands, but that is not common.

- bag service. The Des Moines Register will haul the bags of official riders to the next town. (There is a limit, but I'm not sure what the limit is.) You pick them up at the campsite. If you're not riding with a group of people (or team) that is carrying your bags, this service can be very nice. If you're riding self-supported, not as big a deal.

- campsite. The Register will have a huge area set up for Official Riders to camp. These campgrounds typically also have port-a-potties and rudimentary showers. If you're not riding with a group or team that has made arrangements for your overnight stay, it can be tricky to find a place to stay if you're not official.

There are other benefits, but I think these are the most important. While I have known some people to crash the ride for one or two days, I've never known anyone to wildcat the whole week. That wrist band is often helpful in a number of different ways, especially if you're riding the whole week.

Comment by Jamie on July 6, 2009 at 3:40pm

no, every rider should register... there are lots of "bandit" riders that don't for obvious reasons. there really aren't any benefits that I am aware of... the money goes to support the folks organizing this huge event though (which is a good thing, imo).

Comment by Mark Trulock on July 6, 2009 at 3:18pm

Jamie
Thanks for the tip, I just bought a wrist band for $90
see you there
Mark

Comment by Jamie on July 6, 2009 at 12:26pm

Mark go on the ragbrai.com forums... there are lots of people buying/selling wristbands.

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