Carrabassett Valley Maine will host a mountain bike endurance event, Carrabassett Backcountry Cycle Challenge, Saturday. July 18. The approximately 100k, 50k and (new this year) 15k course will cover a mix of backcountry mountain bike terrain winding through the beautiful, unspoiled forests and mountains of Carrabassett Valley and its surrounding communities, consisting of technical single track, double track and dirt roads, with steep climbs and exciting down hills, according to a news release from Carrabassett Valley Maine.

The challenge is part of the New England Endurance Series, Hampshire 100, Freetown 100 & The Battle of Burlingame.

The challenge will showcase the trails and scenery to further promote mountain biking in the area.

A children’s race will take place Sunday, July 19.

The event benefits trail maintenance and the development of mountain bike trails in the region.

For more information, contact Kimberly Truskowski at [email protected], call 237-6907. To register online visit BikeReg.com.