The Great River Road: Minnesota (Part 5/5) | Epic Views, River Towns & Cold Mornings

Welcome to the grand finale of our 5-part Great River Road motorcycle series! In this episode, we ride the breathtaking Minnesota stretch, from the bluffs of Red Wing to the headwaters of the Mississippi.

In this ride:

- Why the Minnesota section might be the most beautiful of the entire Great River Road

- Our favorite small-town gems: Red Wing, Wabasha, and Lake Itasca

- How Minnesota combines long views, wooded curves, and wide rivers

- What makes Lark Toys a hidden highlight

- Our gear picks for chilly mornings, coffee stops, and cargo

🔥 Toolkit from the Road:

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- Nelson-Rigg Trails End Small Tail Bag - https://amzn.to/3YysuVM

- RAM Mount Drink Holder - https://amzn.to/43hmLGs

- ROK Straps (the only tie-downs we trust) - https://amzn.to/3YsIvww

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