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2.13.08
Chosen One
This summer's 20th Annual Maine Bike Rally is picked as the
League of American Bicyclists' National Rally.
Hundreds of
bicyclists from throughout the country will flock to Fryeburg, Maine,
this summer for the 20th Annual Maine Bike Rally, which has been chosen
as the League of American Bicyclists’ 2008 National Rally. The event on
July 11 to 13 will feature more than 30 bike rides in western Maine and
the Mount Washington Valley area of New Hampshire.
“The Maine Bike Rally
has a national reputation as an outstanding event and we are thrilled to
participate,” said Andy Clarke, executive director of the League of
American Bicyclists in Washington, D.C. The League selects a different
location for its national rally each year.
The rally offers
rides from five to 100 miles along winding country lanes, on forest
trails and through scenic valleys. Special events include a time trial
race, stargazing night rides, a bike-in outdoor film, ice cream social,
bike art show, bike parade, music and opportunities for swimming,
canoeing and other activities.
A committee of local
officials, business leaders, bicyclists and enthusiastic volunteers is
working on plans for the rally. Co-hosts include the Bicycle Coalition
of Maine, a statewide education and advocacy group, Casco Bay Bicycling
Club, Merrymeeting Wheelers Bicycle Club and the town of Fryeburg.
“The Maine Bike Rally will acquaint visitors with the region’s beauty,
historical and cultural sites and incredible opportunities for biking
and other recreational activities,” said Fryeburg Selectman David Knapp.
Registration fees
starting as low as $70 cover the cost of camping for the weekend, all
rides, delicious meals and a T-shirt. Lower rates are available for
children. Registration information may be found at
www.BikeMaine.org or by calling
(207) 623-4511.
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