Quad Events is excited to announce that we will run two stage races in 2026, a move away from the 4 race series that we have run over the past couple of years.

The two stand-alone events will be The Mystic Yak in Alpine High Country Victoria from March 13-15 and The Black Pearl in Newcastle and Lake Macquarie from November 6-8.

Both destinations are perfect for the format with The Mystic Yak to be run across the Indigo Epic Trail network as well as Mystic Mountain Bike Park in Bright, whilst The Black Pearl will utilise many of the trails made popular my the Port to Port MTB stage race, which was originally created by the same management team behind these new events.

Both events will be run as three-day stage races, a pivot from the previous race schedule that saw a Prelude on the Friday followed by two full stages across the weekend.

The two chosen events for 2026 have proven the most popular with riders to date and the management team hope to take each to another level with the move to three full stages.

Which One Will YOU DO?

March 13-15, 2026

November 06-08, 2026

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First up for 2026 - The Mystic Yak in Victoria's High Country - a three day MTB stage race suitable for riders of all levels! #HaveACrackAtTheYak!

Important Notice to All Followers!
Unfortunately we have had to make the difficult decision to cancel the Mystic Yak event planned for March 13-15 due to low rider registration numbers to date.
Despite promoting the event heavily over the past three months, registrations have unfortunately not reached the level required for us to proceed and deliver a high-quality event for our riders, stakeholders and the broader community.
We have today communicated the cancellation directly with all riders who had registered and informed them that their full entry fees will be refunded. We also felt that we needed to make this decision early enough for people to be able to adjust travel plans and bookings without incurring costs.
Right now, events are tough to deliver, but we will continue to explore ways that we may be able to pivot and deliver quality events for the mountain bike community in the future! 🙏

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Important Notice to All Followers!
Unfortunately we have had to make the difficult decision to cancel the Mystic Yak event planned for March 13-15 due to low rider registration numbers to date.
Despite promoting the event heavily over the past three months, registrations have unfortunately not reached the level required for us to proceed and deliver a high-quality event for our riders, stakeholders and the broader community.
We have today communicated the cancellation directly with all riders who had registered and informed them that their full entry fees will be refunded. We also felt that we needed to make this decision early enough for people to be able to adjust travel plans and bookings without incurring costs.
Right now, events are tough to deliver, but we will continue to explore ways that we may be able to pivot and deliver quality events for the mountain bike community in the future! 🙏

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This could be you at the 2026 Mystic Yak MTB! 👍
Early bird discount ends on Monday 16th February so sign up today and save!🐦 Yeeewwww!

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They say "It is not about the destination, it`s the journey!"🙏
Well why can`t you have both?
The Mystic Yak Three Day MTB Stage Race guarantees our riders an epic journey - set to the backdrop of an awesome destination. 🚵
Get on your bike for Victoria`s High Country : March 13-15.
Registrations are Now Open!

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They say "It is not about the destination, it's the journey!"🙏
Well why can't you have both?
The Mystic Yak Three Day MTB Stage Race guarantees our riders an epic journey - set to the backdrop of an awesome destination. 🚵
Get on your bike for Victoria's High Country : March 13-15.
Registrations are Now Open!

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Stage 3 @ Beechworth / Indigo Epic Trail.
What a course we have put together to finish the Mystic Yak for 2026!
Starting on the Beechworth side of the Indigo Epic Trail riders will head out past Lake Kerford and into a loop of some of the best trails, including a second dose of Gold Rush and Homeward Bound. But the payoff for this stage is without doubt the amazing descent to the Finish Line on the Baarmutha Belter trail.
Empty the tank on this final stage then head to Bridge Road Brewers just up from the finish line in town for presentations and a well earned beer and bite to eat!
Full Course : 42km / 918m elevation🚵
Short Course : 30km / 672m elevation🚵

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Stage 3 @ Beechworth / Indigo Epic Trail.
What a course we have put together to finish the Mystic Yak for 2026!
Starting on the Beechworth side of the Indigo Epic Trail riders will head out past Lake Kerford and into a loop of some of the best trails, including a second dose of Gold Rush and Homeward Bound. But the payoff for this stage is without doubt the amazing descent to the Finish Line on the Baarmutha Belter trail.
Empty the tank on this final stage then head to Bridge Road Brewers just up from the finish line in town for presentations and a well earned beer and bite to eat!
Full Course : 42km / 918m elevation🚵
Short Course : 30km / 672m elevation🚵

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Stage 2 : The Mystic Yak @ Mystic Bike Park
This stage promises to present a true test for riders across the renown trails of Mystic Bike Park.
Don`t be fooled by the perceived shortness of these stages, the elevation and technical single track will present a massive challenge! After a testing climb from the start, ahead lies classic trails such as Flowmingo, Tombstone, Sugar Glider and The Rapids. The Full Course includes a second climb back up to conquer Lemon Squeeze, Couch Surfer and Shred Kellys Last Stand.
Full Course : 34km / 916m elevation🚵
Short Course : 22km / 570m elevation🚵

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Stage 2 : The Mystic Yak @ Mystic Bike Park
This stage promises to present a true test for riders across the renown trails of Mystic Bike Park.
Don't be fooled by the perceived shortness of these stages, the elevation and technical single track will present a massive challenge! After a testing climb from the start, ahead lies classic trails such as Flowmingo, Tombstone, Sugar Glider and The Rapids. The Full Course includes a second climb back up to conquer Lemon Squeeze, Couch Surfer and Shred Kellys Last Stand.
Full Course : 34km / 916m elevation🚵
Short Course : 22km / 570m elevation🚵

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Stage 1 : The Mystic Yak @Yackandanda / Indigo Epic Trail
We head to Yackandandah for the start of an adventurous three days ahead and the first stage promises to be a cracker!🔥The highlight course from our inaugural event, the "Yack Tracks" are simply superb and this course promises the ultimate adventure! The postcard moment is no doubt the crossing at Nine Mile Creek on the Gold Rush Trail but the Homeward Bound 6km descent to the Finish Line is the payoff. 📸
The Full Course includes some additional single track toward the end of the stage, while the Short Course takes a fire road early to skip some technical single track early in the course.
Full Course : 41km / 981m elevation🚵
Short Course : 30km / 758m elevation🚵

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Stage 1 : The Mystic Yak @Yackandanda / Indigo Epic Trail
We head to Yackandandah for the start of an adventurous three days ahead and the first stage promises to be a cracker!🔥The highlight course from our inaugural event, the "Yack Tracks" are simply superb and this course promises the ultimate adventure! The postcard moment is no doubt the crossing at Nine Mile Creek on the Gold Rush Trail but the Homeward Bound 6km descent to the Finish Line is the payoff. 📸
The Full Course includes some additional single track toward the end of the stage, while the Short Course takes a fire road early to skip some technical single track early in the course.
Full Course : 41km / 981m elevation🚵
Short Course : 30km / 758m elevation🚵

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Every good event needs a good HQ and what better base could we ask for than @bridgeroadbrewers in Beechworth! 🍺
Our admin team will be set up here on the Thursday afternoon prior to the event for you to collect your Registration Packs when you come into town. 🚵
And from 5pm we will hold a Welcome Function at the venue, including a Rider Q&A session. From there we would recommend you enjoy one of their famed Pizzas and of course sample one or two of their fine brews! 🍕
But don`t have too many as three BIG days are ahead, with the good news being that our Final Presentations will be back at Bridge Road Brewers after Stage 3 where you can enjoy more than a couple of well earned drinks!🍻

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Every good event needs a good HQ and what better base could we ask for than @bridgeroadbrewers in Beechworth! 🍺
Our admin team will be set up here on the Thursday afternoon prior to the event for you to collect your Registration Packs when you come into town. 🚵
And from 5pm we will hold a Welcome Function at the venue, including a Rider Q&A session. From there we would recommend you enjoy one of their famed Pizzas and of course sample one or two of their fine brews! 🍕
But don't have too many as three BIG days are ahead, with the good news being that our Final Presentations will be back at Bridge Road Brewers after Stage 3 where you can enjoy more than a couple of well earned drinks!🍻

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Give the Yak a Crack 🦬

For the first time ever, the Mystic Yak will be rolling out 3 Full Stages. We will be taking on the best trails across:

•Mystic MTB Park, Bright
•Indigo Epic Trail, Beechworth and Yackandandah

Early bird registrations are still live get in now for only $330 🚵‍♂️

E-bike friendly ⚡️
Short and long courses available ✅

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