ROCKPORT — Maine Sport Outfitters is celebrating Bike to Work Week by offering programs for the public to enjoy alongside its employees. This annual event, which promotes biking as a healthy alternative to driving, aims to encourage a new way of commuting. 

During the week, Monday, May 14 through Friday, May 18, every Maine Sport employee will have the opportunity to take a longer lunch break in order to participate in the Bike Week Lunch Challenge. For every mile ridden by an employee during their lunch break, Maine Sport will be donating $1 to McNEMBA, Midcoast Maine’s chapter of the New England Mountain Bike Association. McNEMBA works within the Camden, Rockport, Rockland and Lincolnville areas to preserve land, build trails and promote all things related to mountain biking.

Topping off Bike to Work Week, will be our Maine Sport Mayhem event which also benefits McNEMBA! Maine Sport Mayhem is an all ages event that features separate Mountain Biking and Trail Running races on Sunday, May 20. For more information and to register, visit www.bikereg.com/maine-sport-mayhem.

In addition to Bike to Work Week, Maine Sport will be hosting a Fast ‘n’ Fun Weekly Road Ride through the end of September. You can join the staff of the Maine Sport Bike Shop on Saturday mornings from 8 to 10 a.m. as they explore their favorite local routes, travelling approximately 20 to 30 miles with moderate elevation gain. For more information about these weekly rides, visit the Maine Sport Bike & Ski Facebook page or call (207) 236-7120.

 About Maine Sport: 

Maine Sport Outfitters is recognized as the premier destination for outdoor gear, clothing, and footwear. Our staff receive regular training from our vendors and are very knowledgeable about the product they sell. For over 30 years we have helped our customers enjoy the great Maine outdoor experience. We also offer the best selection of outdoor trips and instructional programs in the Northeast.