Urbandale residents should expect travel delays during RAGBRAI. Riders will be in our community from Wednesday, July 26-Thursday, July 27.
Here are five critical tips to keep in mind as you travel throughout the metro:
- Anticipate bikers in Urbandale between 8:00-5:00 PM on Wednesday, July 26th. While Urbandale is not on the official route, you will encounter bikers riding off-route in our community.
- Know route information. Go to https://www.catchdesmoines.com/ragbrai-des-moines-route-info/ for maps of the route.
- Use the interstate. If you must travel through the metro, stick to the interstate system due to local road closures.
- Take an alternative route to the airport. Fleur Drive will be very congested. Instead, take Interstate 35/80 south to Highway 5.
- Prepare for slower traffic. With thousands of bikers riding around the metro, you will experience slowdowns. Try to be patient. Every change implemented is for the riders' safety!