ME - Parsonsfield - Back Country Excursions

2004 UPDATE!! Well we went back for another tour last weekend.  Cliff has grown his single track nicely..  Cross stuntry heaven for the intermediate rider..  Some cool single track sections like the roller coaster gravity cavity, and a new one in the works that will go around a nearby lake..  Several new stunts still pretty sleazy but keyword is FUN..  Cliff has labeled all of his stunts as to difficulty and put go arounds on all of them for those who would like to pass.  Many of the old stunts have been re-worked also, keeping them up to snuff..  Some really cool stuff right in his backyard, the sickest stuff out there, good that its close to home.. The roller coaster stunt, oh my god, one of the most fun stunts I have ridden.. Steep down roller, to up, to roller coaster bridge and easy huck..  Also - Boulder roller - Its harder than it looks, yeah thats what PMD said..  Ok, Also a new plank ride about 6 feet high.. 

If you like to ride single track and easy stunts, this place is for you.. Great for someone learning the art of balance without the pain..  Drop Cliff a line and setup a tour or a weekend event..

Description -  If your going to ride in this area, get a tour from Cliff or one of his cronies at Back Country Excursions!!  The back country expressway is on his property and requires some sort of guided tour or at least map fee.  There are several rides you can explore right from the excursion center one of which is the 3 mile or so expressway which is nice single track with several Cliff-made ramp obstacles.  All the apparatus is well made and tends to be easier and safer than many of the ramps I have seen (ridden) in other areas.  Ramps are wide enough so you can feel some sort of confidence before your stomach goes up through your throat and back.  Tons of fun..  Best way to describe the expressway is a beginner/intermediate entry into British Columbia style mountain biking..  He also has some great plans to expand his ever changing single track loop..  So go up there and spend a couple days at the excursion center that is equipped with lodging (indoor and out), wood fired hot-tub, bike stand and tools..  Do not try to ride the expressway without checking in and signing the waiver form.. It is PRIVATE PROPERTY!!