Skinny-dippers enjoy pond near Runnells

Runnells, Ia. — Hundreds of RAGBRAI riders found an idyllic spot to swim — with or without their clothes — at a farm pond a few miles out of town. It was without a doubt the pond’s busiest day in the nine years since owners Mark and Jean...

Police: RAGBRAI riders well-behaved in Des Moines

RAGBRAI riders caused few problems for law enforcement during their Des Moines stay, officials said today. No one was arrested Tuesday night at festivities downtown or at the campgrounds at Water Works Park, Des Moines Police Sgt. Jason Halifax said. “The crowds...

Unicyclists head across Iowa

Most RAGBRAI cyclists have opted for a two-wheeled instead of four-wheeled trek across Iowa. A few take it a step farther and go down to one wheel. Tim Roberts, 30, and Jason Pardie, 25, are riding unicycles across Iowa. The goal is to ride every mile of RAGBRAI....