February 1st, 2020 was the date for the annual Carrabassett Fat Tire race at the Sugarloaf Outdoor Center. This year conditions were prime for the 4 lap 20 mile race or the 2 lap 10 mile race. Fatbiking is a great way to enjoy the area with lots of specifically groomed singletrack, snowmobile trails as well as limited riding at the Sugarloaf Outdoor Center. Rentals are available at the Outdoor Center as well. Give it a try and make plans to participate in this fun event next year. This race is a part of the Maine Winter Fatbike Series… [Read more…]
Tim Flight talks Fat Biking in Carrabassett Valley
The fat biking is Carrabassett excellent! The Sugarloaf Outdoor Center has a fleet of rentals and Carrabassett Region NEMBA has an awesome volunteer group which grooms some of the singletrack network with their snowdog “Sprocket”. Another activity in Carrabassett Valley to keep having fun in the outdoors… [Read more…]
2019 Carrabassett Fat Tire Race
It was a cold and windy day which made for firm and fast conditions for the 2019 Carrabassett Fat Tire race. Check out some highlights in the video and make plans to come up and ride Carrabassett Valley no matter the season! [Read more…]
End of season update: Carrabassett Mountain Bike Trail Crew
We caught up with the Carrabassett Valley Trail Builders to get an update on what’s been done this summer. The mountain bike trails continue to impress year after year. The guys are doing world class work. Huge thanks go out to the town of Carrabassett Valley and the Carrabassett Region chapter of the New England Mountain Bike association for making this trail creation possible. There’s something for every one out there so get up here and ride the trails! [Read more…]
Carrabassett Mountain Bike Trail Work (this summer)
The Carrabassett Trailbuilders along with help from The Carrabassett Region chapter of the New England Mountain Bike Association have made lots of progress this past summer. From new singletrack along the Narrow Gauge Pathway to a downhhill specific trail at the Sugarloaf Outdoor Center, they’ve been busy. The Carrabassett Region is well on its way to becoming one of the premiere destinations on the east coast for mountain biking! Get out and Ride…