Sugarloaf’s annual Fat Tire Day was held on February 10th, 2018 at the Sugarloaf Outdoor Center and was a ton of fun. The day included free demos, guided rides, live music from The Freemont Street String Band and refreshments from Baxter Brewing co. The day also included the Fat Tire Race which participants were able to choose between a long or short course. The conditions were challenging for the racers as fresh snow had fallen in the days leading up to the event but they all had smiles as they enjoyed the riding at the Sugarloaf Outdoor Center. All donations benefited the Carrabassett Valley Trail network. If you’re into fat biking or would like to give it a try put this on your calendar for next year! [Read more…]
2017 Carrabassett Backcountry Cycle Challenge
We got out this past Saturday to grab a few shots of the 50K race. The morning started with rain and the riders dealt with some muddy conditions. By the afternoon the sun had come out as most racers headed toward the finish. Huge thanks to all the volunteers and racers as well as the town of Carrabassett Valley for putting on a great event. See you next year!? [Read more…]
Bob Ash from the Carrabassett Valley Bike Shop
Mountain biking is one of the most exciting developments in the Maine High Peaks Region and it’s TAKING OFF! Based at the Sugarloaf Outdoor Center, the area’s trail network extends for miles in all directions and offers riding for all abilities. All trails are designed and constructed with great care and Carrabassett Valley is poised to become New England’s premier mountain bike destination. Bob Ash talks about bikes and the importance of having a local bike shop to service the needs of visitors.
Carrabassett Valley Bike Shop
Mountain biking in the Carrabassett Region is getting BIG. The last couple years has seen new singletrack, improved and maintained trails, the Carrabassett Backcountry Challenge, the forming of the Carrabassett Region chapter of the New England Mountain Bike Association and lots more. One aspect that has been lacking is a bike shop. Well the time is right to change that and CV local Bob Ash has stepped up to the plate (or clicked both feet in) and the result is the Carrabassett Valley Bike Shop located at the Sugarloaf Outdoor Center. See his interview below on the WSKI set earlier this spring to learn more… [Read more…]
