The Pioneer
📍 Southern Alps, New Zealand
mtb
Date
28 November–3 December 2026
Distance
~250km total · 5 stages
Elevation
7,000 m
Difficulty
MTB racing
MTB races in Oceania
11 races
Looking for mtb races in Oceania? We've gathered 11 events, including The Pioneer, 2026 AusCycling NSW/ACT XCO State Series - Round 2, Coppermine Mountain Biking Festival 2026 and more. Each listing shows distances, elevation, difficulty and the typical W/kg, plus an honest read on who the race suits. Browse below, or use the Race Finder for a shortlist tailored to your fitness and goals.
The Pioneer
2026 AusCycling NSW/ACT XCO State Series - Round 2
📍 NSW, Australia
mtb
Date
21 June 2026
Difficulty
Coppermine Mountain Biking Festival 2026
📍 Nelson, New Zealand
mtb
Date
26-27 September 2026
Distance
42km · 75km · 39km
Elevation
2,000 m
Difficulty
SOUTH32 WAMBENGER CUP 2026 XCM State Series - Round 1
📍 Western Australia, Australia
mtbBeginner friendly
Date
29 February – 1 March 2026
Distance
15km · 25km · 50km
Difficulty
Shimano 100
📍 ACT, Australia
mtb
Date
19 September 2026
Distance
27km · 54km · 81km · 135km
Elevation
4,000 m
Difficulty
Tour de Gorge
📍 NSW, Australia
mtbBeginner friendly
Date
5 September 2026
Distance
12km · 50km
Difficulty
Cape to Cape MTB
📍 WA, Australia
mtb
Date
15 - 18 October 2026
Distance
200km
Elevation
2,501 m
Difficulty
Rail Trail Run and Ride 2026
📍 Tasmania, Australia
gravelmtbBeginner friendly
Date
18 – 20 September 2026
Distance
54km · 30km · 18km · 7km
Difficulty
DWELLINGUP 100
📍 Western Australia, Australia
mtbBeginner friendly
Date
12 September 2026
Distance
15km · 35km · 60km · 100km
Difficulty
Shifty Fifty Warburton
📍 Victoria, Australia
mtbBeginner friendly
Date
29 November 2026
Distance
48.5km · 27km · 17km
Elevation
900 m
Difficulty
Whaka 100 MTB Marathon
📍 Rotorua, New Zealand
mtbBeginner friendly
Date
23–25 October 2026
Distance
175km · 100km · 50km · 25km · 10km · 5km
Elevation
5,199 m
Difficulty
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FAQs
What are the best mtb races in Oceania?+
Top picks include The Pioneer, 2026 AusCycling NSW/ACT XCO State Series - Round 2, Coppermine Mountain Biking Festival 2026 and more. Each is listed above with the distances, elevation and W/kg you need to decide.
How do I choose a mtb race in Oceania?+
Match the distance, climbing and technicality to your strengths and current fitness. The Race Finder quiz scores every published race against your profile.