About 100 fun-loving mountain bikers descended upon Coos Trails in Gorham Saturday for the finale of the seven-stop Tour de Borderlands series designed to showcase member trail networks in northern New England and Quebec.
Based at Hub North on Jimtown Road next to Moose Brook State Park where the Coos Cycling Club began its growing system more than 10 years ago, the day featured group rides, plentiful food and libations, awards and camaraderie.
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