RAGBRAI
RAGBRAI is a multi-day bike tour in Onawa, IA, US, scheduled for July 24–31, 2027, covering roughly 391 miles. Iowa; point-to-point across the state, host towns/route change every year. 2027 route: Onawa to Dubuque, ~16,027 ft climb.
About riding in Iowa
Iowa is known for rolling farmland roads, steady winds and friendly small-town rides that often cross the whole state. Climbing is modest but continuous, and wind direction can decide how hard a day feels. Late spring through early fall is the usual season.
Estimated finish times
The route is about 56 miles per riding day (7 days, ~391 miles total). Here is the moving time at a steady average speed. It is a flat-ground baseline: climbing, wind, stops at aid stations and group riding all move the real number, so treat it as a starting range.
| Average speed | Moving time per day |
|---|---|
| 10 mph | 5h 35m |
| 12 mph | 4h 40m |
| 14 mph | 4h 00m |
| 16 mph | 3h 30m |
| 18 mph | 3h 06m |
Most recreational riders average 12–16 mph on rolling terrain in a group, and less on hilly routes.
Plan your ride
Paste the event's RideWithGPS route into the planner (many organizers publish one) to see your projected finish time, the headwind or tailwind you'll face, the temperature range, and how much to eat and drink. The ride date is pre-filled.
Open the Ride Planner · How ride time is estimated
Other events nearby
- Corporate Cycling Challenge Gran Fondo — August 15, 2027, Omaha, NE, US (54 mi away)
- RAGBRAI — July 14–20, 2027, Rock Valley, Iowa (82 mi away)
- Gravel Worlds Winter Endurance — February 20, 2027, Lincoln, NE, US (86 mi away)
Listing sourced from web_research; last verified 2026-09-14. Dates and details can change, so confirm with the organizer before you register or travel.