Ontario's first point-to-point mountain bike stage race, Crank the Shield, will kick off on Friday. As an ultimate test of physical and mental endurance, Crank the Shield has attracted riders of all calibers, from Canadian National Team racers to weekend warriors, all in search of a personal triumph. The three stages, ranging from 70 to 85 km, are sure to put riders to the test.
The race will see approximately 280 riders make their way through the Muskoka Region, the Town of Minden, the Town of Haliburton, and finish in the beautiful Haliburton Highlands.
