Kalona Horseshoe
More classy than any spring classic
About
Ever wondered what it's like to race your bike past a horse-drawn buggy? Find out in Kalona, where the gravel is windy and rolly, the scenery is captivating and quiet, and the post-race pie is mandatory. (Seriously, don't skip the pie.)
We'll be starting from the Kalona Historical Village again and coming back for food, drinks, and as much pie as you can handle.
Register
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Registration Closes May 11, 2025100KM - Lunch & ShirtUpcoming Price Increase$60Saturday, May 10, 20257:30 AM - 2:00 PMLunch & Shirt pricing gets you all the same great racing, including chip timing, aid stations, and support. And, yes, you can win the race and be on the podium too. The only difference is you get lunch and an amazing IGS shirt with your registration. Register early, get your shirt at packet pickup and save money! You can still order a shirt, even with same-day registration, but it will be shipped to you at a later date.
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Registration Closes May 11, 2025100KM - GrassrootsUpcoming Price Increase$40Saturday, May 10, 20257:30 AM - 2:00 PMGrassroots pricing gets you all the same great racing, including chip timing, aid stations, and support. And, yes, you can win the race and be on the podium too. The only difference is no IGS shirt and meal included with your registration.
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Registration Closes May 11, 202550KM - Lunch & ShirtUpcoming Price Increase$60Saturday, May 10, 20258:00 AM - 12:00 PMLunch & Shirt pricing gets you all the same great racing, including chip timing, aid stations, and support. And, yes, you can win the race and be on the podium too. The only difference is you get lunch and an amazing IGS shirt with your registration. Register early, get your shirt at packet pickup and save money!
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Registration Closes May 11, 202550KM - GrassrootsUpcoming Price Increase$40Saturday, May 10, 20258:00 AM - 12:00 PMGrassroots pricing gets you all the same great racing, including chip timing, aid stations, and support. And, yes, you can win the race and be on the podium too. The only difference is no IGS shirt and meal included with your registration.
Donate
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Donate to Kalona Historical VillageHelp us thank and support the Kalona Historical Village for all their support and hosting us. The Historical Village provides year round event support as well as school tours. Children learn about the history of Iowa and critical topics such as immigration, citizenship, and patterns of change in society.
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Donate to Support the Dream TeamIn 1996, a concern for disadvantaged and at-risk youth caused a small group of Des Moines cyclists to discuss how these youngsters could participate in RAGBRAI. Working as a grassroots organization, they successfully obtained equipment, recruited, and trained youth to participate in Dream Team activities in1997. The Dream Team is a five month program that partners youth with adult mentors to provide a unique opportunity to build relationships, achieve personal growth, and learn life skills. The program culminates with a week long bicycle ride across Iowa and the emotional experience of riding from the Missouri to the Mississippi River. The young adults in the program build confidence and self esteem while learning that healthy goals can be attained with sufficient planning and preparation.
Event Location
Kalona Historical VillageVolunteer
Friday, May 09, 2025
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Evening Packet Pickup
Friday, May 09, 2025
6:00 PM
- 8:00 PM
Like to give people stuff and check names off of lists? Than this is the job for you. The night before the race, folks drop by to grab their bib, check-in, pick up shirts and swag, and hang out. It's a great time and it's fun to meet all the folks excited for the race.
Saturday, May 10, 2025
3
slots available
Setup
Saturday, May 10, 2025
5:30 AM
- 8:00 AM
It's not a lot, but setup is faster with a few folks helping. Join us for some early morning setup and bring a head lamp.
3
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Morning Check-in
Saturday, May 10, 2025
6:30 AM
- 8:00 AM
Some folks can only check-in for the race in the morning, so your job is to be a bright and early cup of good cheer for those getting their bib, checking in, and picking up their swag.
2
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Photographer
Saturday, May 10, 2025
7:00 AM
- 12:15 PM
We don't really think of photographers as volunteers, because we pay our photographers for their great work and talent capturing the day. But, this is an easy way to make sure people get all the communication and information they need for race day.
2
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Sweeper
Saturday, May 10, 2025
8:00 AM
- 2:00 PM
Sweeper are our favorite people and riders and racers love them. Interested in being loved by all, well than this is the job for you.
As a sweeper, your job is to ride the course and support any rider that might be stopped along the course. You stay behind the last rider and make sure that everyone is off the course. You also pick up the signs we use to mark the course. It's a great role for someone that loves helping people, enjoys driving in some of the most beautiful parts of Iowa, and can help folks load a bicycle onto a truck or bike rack. We do use MMR, Class B, and dirt roads, so you should be comfortable traversing "sketchy" areas.
4
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Aid Station 1
Saturday, May 10, 2025
8:15 AM
- 10:00 AM
Aid stations are the oasis of support and refueling on a gravel race. At the basic level, you're there to make sure folks get the food and drink they need. But, the best aid station hosts know how to make that experience their own to cheer and encourage racers to have the best day in the saddle.
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Aid Station 2
Saturday, May 10, 2025
9:15 AM
- 12:15 PM
Aid stations are the oasis of support and refueling on a gravel race. At the basic level, you're there to make sure folks get the food and drink they need. But, the best aid station hosts know how to make that experience their own to cheer and encourage racers to have the best day in the saddle.
