RAGBRAI! - long

[RoadRaven]

The venison was meat the guy had in his freezer - probably deer that had feasted on his corn fields. He cut it up in small chunks, rolled it in seasoned flour and deep fried it. Corn-fed venison is pretty darn tasty.

OK... now I'm hungry - we have a leg of wild venison in the fridge - but I don't think I can get it sorted for breakfast before i leave for work

They also do your laundry in the middle of the week. We're glad we spent the extra money.

Most excellent idea - I would have spent the extra too.

Pork Belly has a device they call a Shower Thingy which is basically a table with shower heads on hoses attached. You haven't LIVED until you strip down to pants and bra and take a cold, open-air shower with a bunch of men you don't know. More (ahem) civilized showers, with towel rental, were also available. I kind of preferred the Shower Thingy. DH definately did.

OK... this is brave and sensible... think I would rise to the challenge of a shower thingy too!

[MomOnBike]

Yes, there was heat and humidity. BUT if I can handle it, anybody on earth can. I just don't like the feeling of wet skin, it feels dirty to me. I almost let the humidity scare me away, but I'm glad I didn't.

There are lots of other things to think about, and kids on the side of the road to hose you down, and water to drink, so the humidity is just kind of there. It's best not to go into air conditioned places, your body forgets that it has adapted to outside conditions far too quickly.

Staying hydrated is a challenge, though. I had a hard time drinking enough.

[annie]

MomOnBike.

So glad you enjoyed RAGBRAI!! It is an awesome experience, isn't it? Hard to explain to anyone who has not done it, but you did a great job, writing about your experience! Just a warning -------- it is addictive! Very addictive. If you loved it, you'll want to come back, year after year. I've been on 21 now - I think. I know it's over 20. Just can't remember exactly how many. Easier for me than some, since I live in IA. Again, I am very happy you enjoyed your visit to IA. Hope you come back again. And bring friends!

Annie