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Dear Porkers,
This is not some ordinary summer vacation, you know. RAGBRAI is a pilgrimage, and you, friend, are a pilgrim. Yep, whether you know it or not, you’re one who embarks on a quest for something sacred.
Now you might say that strawberry-rhubarb pie is sacred, and we wouldn’t argue with you. It’s a fine reason for a quest. There’s something else you’re after, though. It’s different for everybody and tough to put into words. For Phil, it was looking down on puny real-life problems from glorious Iowa hilltops. For Kim, the satisfying good-ache in her muscles at the end of a long road. For John, trading in his phones and screens for happy, sweaty, face-to-face human beings. As Kevin passed the corn, he came a long way toward healing from a great loss. Frank treasured every hour of quality time, riding side by side with his 23-year-old son. For Roy, it was as simple as “Hey, I still got what it takes.”
Over the years, a lot of folks have told us what they found in Iowa. For you, it will be something different, and you may not even know what you’re looking for yet (except pie). Then, one day between the pancakes and the beer, you’ll stop pedaling and wonder: How can I feel so good while I’m suffering this much? Who knew the mind could be this clear when the body is this dirty? What the heck is going on between these two rivers?
If you’ll have us, we’ll be right beside you with a whole lot of support, entertainment, and relative RAGBRAI luxuries. Our strong, friendly crew will brew your morning coffee, load your bags, ice down your cold drinks, hoist our circus tents, crank up the generators, plug in the Thingys and the Cool Zone misting fans, fix your bike problem, rub your sore muscles, serve yummy meals, put on hoppin’ shindigs, and host private concerts. You’ve come to the right place—Pork Belly Ventures. You’ll be finding what you’re looking for, pilgrim, and we’ll be taking care of the rest.
Here’s a loose table of contents to help you find your way through the information below. Feel free to skip around, but be sure to scroll to the end for “What should I do right now?”
Reminders on PBV Application: YOUR GROUP NAME and SHARING TENTS
A Preview of Pork Fashion
2010 Ride Dates and Route
PBV’s 2010 Services and Prices (You won’t find prices at our website. Please contact us.)
Our Cancellation Policy
Description of Our Weeklong Support and Tent Service
More about the New Stuff
How to Get An Official RAGBRAI Wristband
How to Reserve a Room at Our Designated Omaha Hotels
Shipping Your Bike to/from PBV
More FAQs, sprinkled throughout
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Pork Belly Ventures 2010