Men carry wives through obstacle course for cash, beer

NEWRY, Maine — Carrying your wife over the threshold means good luck in your new marriage.

Carrying your wife over the threshold of an obstacle course featuring log hurdles, sand traps and water hazards could mean beer and cash prizes.

Thousands of spectators are expected to be on hand Saturday for the 17th annual North American Wife Carrying Championship in Newry, Maine.

The event features male competitors completing a 278-yard course while carrying a woman.