Day 3, 24 May: THE WEE MEN OF THE MOUNTAINS WILL COME OUT TO PLAY TODAY

Jackson to Grass Valley

89.6 miles with 6027 ft of climbing

Leaving the wine region around Jackson, we head north into the steep foothills that form the base of the Tahoe Mountains. Our shortest day at just 89 miles, nevertheless, this one will be a kick in the tail. A relatively mild first half is broken up by series of climbs gaining the bulk of our 6000 ft of altitude. With two tough days behind us, Day 3 should prove to be a decisive stage as the sprint and climbing opportunities are fruitful.