Tuesday, September 30, 2014

Olmsted County 31


Olmsted Couty 31 heads NE from Olmsted County 3 with almost three miles of continuous gravel to the small town of Oronoco. This road is actually the road you turn on initially to access New Haven Rd and, is easily accessible from the Douglas Trail.   This nicely wooded lane protects you from the wind as you head northward and over a couple of rollers.  The first of which starts about a half mile from County 3.  Named 'lil kicker' on Strava,  it instantly pops at 9% and the levels out to finish at 5-6%.  

The gravel ends near the intersection of Hwy 52, which there is a brand new, well protected crossing.  Althoughthis stretch is paved, there are many more miles of gravel to explore and grind on the East side of Hwy 52.  Happy grinding and see you at the Filthy 50 soon.