RAGBRAI Day 4: Boone to Marshalltown | Des Moines News

RAGBRAI’s 53rd ride is the shortest ever—391 miles across Iowa, starting July 19 and ending July 25 in Dubuque. Today, riders tackle a grueling 68.2-mile leg from Boone to Marshalltown, climbing 1,817 feet—with a gravel detour near State Center for those seeking variety. The route winds through Gilbert, Nevada, Colo, and State Center, capped off by a concert from The Pork Tornadoes. Ride for a cause with today’s “I Ride 4 Day” theme. Marshalltown, hosting its fifth time, has a rich RAGBRAI history. Stop by State Center’s iconic Community Rose Garden or Colo’s Niland’s Café, where home-style meals meet a quirky gas station museum (open 11 AM–7 PM). Weather: 87°F highs, 67°F lows—stay hydrated and ready for the grind. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/426140e49edd3bc8