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For Roecker and Huff ‘n’ Puffers, RAGBRAI is about more than the miles
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Harlan Newspapers
HARLAN — For Greg Roecker, RAGBRAI has never been about how many miles he’s ridden.
The opening day of RAGBRAI covers 59 miles from Onawa to Harlan, but Roecker said the destination has always been secondary to the experience.
They define the Huff ‘n’ Puffers, the Harlan area cycling club he has belonged to for decades and now serves as tour director.
One of the most recognizable members of the Huff ‘n’ Puffers doesn’t even pedal.
While cyclists come for the challenge, Roecker believes they return because of Iowa’s communities and the people who welcome them.