RAGBRAI's Toughest Trials: Soggy Monday and Saggy Thursday

The weather forecast for the 50th anniversary edition of RAGBRAI in Iowa predicts hot temperatures, with at least one day reaching triple digits. The ride is expected to start with pleasant weather, but temperatures will rise throughout the week, reaching close to 100 degrees on Thursday. There is a chance of pop-up thunderstorms in the late afternoon and evening. Additionally, the smoke from Canadian wildfires may affect the air quality during the ride. Riders are advised to take precautions, especially those with underlying health conditions. The article also highlights two historically challenging days in RAGBRAI history: Soggy Monday in 1981 and Saggy Thursday in 1995.