RAGBRAI Uncovered: Adventure, Festivals, and 20,000 Cyclists (JUMP 192)

What if the biggest party on two wheels was happening in the middle of Iowa every summer—and you were invited? Cyclist Eric Whalen joins Jackie to share the magic of RAGBRAI, the week-long ride across the state that’s equal parts endurance, community, and carnival. From pies and slip-n-slides to costumes and late-night music, Eric reveals how this ride became a father-son tradition and why it’s one of the most joyful cycling adventures in the country. Resources: Learn more about RAGBRAI: Register’s Annual Great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa Check out Pork Belly Ventures for charter services and added comfort on the ride Join the conversation on the RAGBRAI Subreddit Follow Eric on Instagram: @whaylen Please follow the show, leave a 5-star review if you love it, and share with your travel buddies Don’t miss Jackie’s behind-the-scenes communications - hop on our email list at TravelingJackie.com Be part of the conversation! Watch the video version by subscribing to our YouTube channel today Massive thanks to Osprey.com and ObozFootwear.com for sponsoring and supporting our show! Produced by NOVA Take a leap with Jackie IRL - join us in Greece and Norway in 2025 at JUMPadventures.com Advertising Inquiries:

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RAGBRAI Uncovered: Adventure, Festivals, and 20,000 Cyclists (JUMP 192) is an episode from The Budget Minded Traveler: Travel | Adventure | Lifestyle by Traveling Jackie.

This episode is 44:41 long.

This episode was published on Sep 3, 2025.

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