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Ermagerd, it's almost here, on June 14, Coolest Bike in Town 2026 happens to us all! How it works: come to Captain Roy's...
06/03/2026

Ermagerd, it's almost here, on June 14, Coolest Bike in Town 2026 happens to us all! How it works: come to Captain Roy's, enter your bike, walk around and ogle the metal and plastic beauties that your fellow Des Moinesians have brought while sipping a beverage, and then at 3pm, we pass out prizes for the best in show for each category. Easy, fun, and a great way to pass a Sunday afternoon! Want to share your classy ride with the world? Join us on the 14th and bask in the beauty!
Categories are:
* Antique (pre-1960)
* Balloon Tire Classic
* BMX
* Klunker
* Commuter/City Bike
* Coolest Paint
* Fat Tire
* Fixie/Singlespeed
* Handbuilt/Unique
* Lowrider
* Ebike
* MTB/ATB
* Muscle
* Randonneur/Audax/Bock Bike
* Rat-Rod
* Resto-Mod
* Recumbent
* Gravel/CX
* Road Bike
* Tandem
* Touring
* Tricycle
* Utility
* Other/WTF
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06/02/2026

There's still time: Bike World extended the Pedal Art Poster Show through Sunday!

You can purchase prints at Bike World (WDM) through June 7 (while supplies last).

Limited-edition prints are $40 and proceeds support Street Collective and local artists.

We joined the Moore Bike Bus again this morning and were pleased to ride with Mayor Connie Boesen! Great way to start th...
05/27/2026

We joined the Moore Bike Bus again this morning and were pleased to ride with Mayor Connie Boesen! Great way to start the day. 🚲 🌞 🏫

"Nature Made"Stephanie WhartonLimited-edition prints available at Bike World (WDM) through May 31 with a portion of proc...
05/26/2026

"Nature Made"
Stephanie Wharton

Limited-edition prints available at Bike World (WDM) through May 31 with a portion of proceeds benefiting Street Collective.

Inspiration
The theme for my poster this year was bringing the outdoors onto paper. I gathered and incorporated items you might encounter on a ride, aiming to capture the feeling and experience of being out on your bike.

Bio
I was always the kid filling my notebooks with drawings and doodles. I can’t remember a time when I didn’t enjoy doing something creative. Art class was easily my favorite. That passion eventually led me to a career in web and graphic design. Today, I work as a web designer and manager for a financial firm in Fairfield, Iowa. While creativity is a big part of who I am, my other passion is cycling. During riding season, you will usually find me out on one of my many bikes. I currently serve as a board member of the Jefferson County Trails Council in Fairfield and manage the SE Iowa Cyclist Facebook group. This is my 7th year participating as an artist in the PedalArt Poster Show.

"Neal Smith Trail"Neil WardLimited-edition prints available at Bike World (WDM) through May 31 with a portion of proceed...
05/26/2026

"Neal Smith Trail"
Neil Ward

Limited-edition prints available at Bike World (WDM) through May 31 with a portion of proceeds benefiting Street Collective.

Inspiration
One of the most popular biking trails I can think of is the Neal Smith Trail. Starting in Des Moines and ending at Big Creek State Park, there are so many points of interest and landscapes to see along the way. My goal was to make a map that would highlight what makes this trail special.

Bio
Neil O. Ward is a Des Moines-based graphic design educator and silkscreen artist. He has taught at Drake University since 2014 and opened his silkscreen print studio, NOW Designs, in 2023 at Mainframe Studios in downtown Des Moines, Iowa. His silkscreen prints are inspired by the optimism of mid-century modern architecture and design. His work is on display at Funky Finds Vintage & Retro, and his studio is open during Mainframe Studios First Friday events.

"Hybrid"Zane VredenburgLimited-edition prints available at Bike World (WDM) through May 31 with a portion of proceeds be...
05/26/2026

"Hybrid"
Zane Vredenburg

Limited-edition prints available at Bike World (WDM) through May 31 with a portion of proceeds benefiting Street Collective.

Inspiration
This poster was inspired by the shared language of hybrid design found in both bicycles and corn. Drawing from the visual style of vintage seed bag packaging, the design combines nostalgic agricultural imagery with the classic form of the bicycle to celebrate the relationship between cycling and the rural Iowa environment.

Bio
Zane Vredenburg is an artist, graphic designer, and high school art teacher and has years of experience with many forms of art. His work combines illustration, graphic design, and a playful creative style inspired by music, culture, and the simplicity of everyday life. He loves Iowa, his bike and creating posters about both!

"Pedal Glass Co."Audrey Vander SchelLimited-edition prints available at Bike World (WDM) through May 31 with a portion o...
05/26/2026

"Pedal Glass Co."
Audrey Vander Schel

Limited-edition prints available at Bike World (WDM) through May 31 with a portion of proceeds benefiting Street Collective.

Inspiration
I had the idea to incorporate the theme of cycling in a stained glass motif since I’ve worked with stained glass art in the past. I also was inspired by vintage marketing posters so I decided to utilize a fictional glass company from Iowa to create a poster advertisement featuring the stained glass design while adding some Iowa specific details like the state bird and state flower.

Bio
I’m a hobby artist and have lived all over the state of Iowa, originally from Davenport and currently living in Huxley. I’ve worked with many different media and techniques such as stained glass and fabric arts, but lately have been exploring digital art and surface & pattern design. Some of my work is featured on my instagram, with links to purchase print on demand products featuring my designs.

"Autumn Pedals"Barb ThompsonLimited-edition prints available at Bike World (WDM) through May 31 with a portion of procee...
05/26/2026

"Autumn Pedals"
Barb Thompson

Limited-edition prints available at Bike World (WDM) through May 31 with a portion of proceeds benefiting Street Collective.

Inspiration
Enjoy all the fall colors while biking the Iowa trails. My eyes are always on the leaves in the autumn! Biking is a glorious break from reality and a way to connect with the natural beauty of Iowa.

Bio
Nice to meet you! I’m Barb Thompson - a Cedar Rapids artist who loves to study florals and vegetation. I am drawn to recreate these beauties and capture their brilliance. Working off of photographs and plants from my own garden, as well as bouquets I curate from local floral shops, I aim to capture the blooms and colors of the season for year round enjoyment. These creations are meant to lighten hearts and bring sunshine for days to come. The broad category of paint has always been my medium of choice. I have been drawn to representing florals in oil, acrylic, and plenty of watercolor compositions. Translating the beauty found around me into colorful moments of Iowa life is a joyful experience. Through still life compositions, I strive to capture botanic life as a reflection of emotional memories.

"Sir Lancelot Goes for a Ride"Cassandra TantLimited-edition prints available at Bike World (WDM) through May 31 with a p...
05/26/2026

"Sir Lancelot Goes for a Ride"
Cassandra Tant

Limited-edition prints available at Bike World (WDM) through May 31 with a portion of proceeds benefiting Street Collective.

Inspiration
Inspired by medieval illuminated manuscripts and late 19th century illustration, this poster features Sir Lancelot taking a leisurely bike ride through the countryside. This work relates to the fantastical journey our minds can take when spending time pedaling outdoors - letting our imaginations roam with the passing scenery. Like a page taken out of a book, we are left to wonder where he started and what his next adventure will be. This poster is a linocut relief print made from a single block. It was drawn, carved, and printed by hand.

Bio
Cassandra Tant is a painter, printmaker, and naturalist based in Des Moines, Iowa. Her work celebrates first-hand observations of the natural world and explores the link between curiosity, recognition, appreciation, and conservation. She is inspired by what she can witness in parks, gardens, prairies, and forests, both locally and globally. In colourful works on paper and canvas, her artwork spans from an intimate view of a dime-sized fungus to a spanning landscape of hills and woodlands. Cassandra received a BA in studio art and french from the University of Northern Iowa, and a professional french master’s degree in international education from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She works out of her studio at Mainframe Studios.

"Ah shucks..."Brian SauerLimited-edition prints available at Bike World (WDM) through May 31 with a portion of proceeds ...
05/26/2026

"Ah shucks..."
Brian Sauer

Limited-edition prints available at Bike World (WDM) through May 31 with a portion of proceeds benefiting Street Collective.

Inspiration
A playful tribute to Iowa cycling culture, this poster features a wild-eyed ear of corn racing a classic bicycle. Equal parts mascot, folk art, and Saturday morning cartoon chaos, the character leans into the ride with exaggerated movement, expressive detail, and a mischievous grin that gives the piece its playful personality.

Bio
Brian Sauer is a Des Moines–based designer, illustrator, and creative director whose work blends pop culture nostalgia with bold, contemporary storytelling. With over two decades of experience in advertising and brand development, Sauer has built a portfolio that spans toy packaging, branding, and creative campaigns for clients ranging from independent makers to national brands. His work often draws from his lifelong love of comics, music, and design, using visual language to connect communities and celebrate creativity. He is also the founder of Assembly Required, an annual GI Joe convention that brings together collectors, artists, and fans from around the world.

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