The Local Gear

06/08/2026

Are you ready for the Trek Across Maine? Join the American Lung Association for the 42nd annual Trek Across Maine June 19-21, 2026! Choose the traditional 3-day, 180-mile option, or do it your own way, virtually. The ride starts and ends at the scenic Pineland Farms in New Gloucester, Maine with overnight stops at Bates College in Lewiston and St. Joseph’s College in Standish, provide a place to rest and relax after each leg of the Trek. The ride is fully equipped with volunteers, local and state law enforcement, and support vehicles along the route.

VIRTUAL OPTION – for those that can’t get away but still want to raise money and support the American Lung Association! Record your miles virtually and raise your minimum by June 30, 2026, to earn your commemorative t-shirt and medal!

https://www.bikemaine.org/event/42nd-annual-trek-across-maine/

06/07/2026

“We have an oath in Special Olympics: ‘Let me win. But if I cannot win, let me be brave in the attempt.’ I also have this tattooed on my arm. To me, this oath means to be a good sport, help others, work hard, and be proud of what you do.” -Kendall Salanski, SO athlete

06/05/2026

Curious about how you can support athletes or the Special Olympics Maine organization? Check out their website! Become a coach, volunteer or donate - all of it helps Maine athletes.
https://www.somaine.org/get-involved/

06/03/2026

What kinds of events are Maine's Special Olympians participating in at the local, state, national, and international games? Pretty much everything! Alpine Skiing, Athletics (Track and Field), Basketball, Bocce, Bowling, Cross Country Skiing, Flag Football, Golf, Snowshoeing, Soccer, Softball, Speed Skating, Swimming, and Tennis. The Summer Games this weekend are all about Athletics - Track and Field events.

06/01/2026

We will be CLOSED FRIDAY JUNE 5 - SUNDAY JUNE 7 to attend and volunteer at the Special Olympics Maine Summer Games. Our sons will be competing along with their teammates in several events. We had a fantastic time last year and are excited to cheer on the athletes again this weekend!

We will be open at 10am on Monday 6/8

05/31/2026

"It is when you come back to bicycling, after long dispractice, that you realize how exquisite a physical art it is." - Christopher Morley

Image by Albrecht Fietz from Pixabay

05/29/2026

Looking for tips to maintain your bike? What should you have in your get home kit? Dave has helpful videos on our website to answer your questions. Is there anything you would like to see on the maintain your bike page? Let us know in the comments!

https://www.thelocalgear.com/maintain-your-bike

05/27/2026

Marlin+ 6 is an electric mountain bike that's ready to power up your trail rides! It's equipped with the same geometry as the non-electric Marlin, with the added boost of Bosch's Active Line Plus drive system. A 120mm suspension fork soaks up rocks, roots, and potholes on your ride, while 9-speed Shimano CUES is durable and reliable for wherever you roll.

05/27/2026

The Bonney Memorial Library is hosting a raffle for a 6 month gym membership donated by Foothills Physical Therapy and Fitness Center. There is a limit of 50 tickets and the raffle ends Sunday 5/31 at midnight. Support your library and get fit!

The deadline is fast approaching for the BML giveaway of a 6-month membership to Foothills Fitness in Cornish. Visit bonneylib.betterworld.org/giveaways/foothillsfitness. A MAXIMUM of 50 tickets will be sold so your chances are pretty good...one in 50, I'd say. Unless, that is, you purchase more than one ticket. Then you may have a two in 50 chances, or three in 50, or four... Good luck and thank you. Questions? Email [email protected]