Couch to Cape 2026

Cape to Cape MTB expressions of interest for the 2026 Couch to Cape have closed and our three winner have been chosen.

Australia’s most popular mountain bike stage race is designed to be achievable for anyone with a basic level of fitness. Couch to Cape helps new participants prepare for an awesome four-day adventure.

Introduced in 2025, the program supported go-karter Emily Hayes, who hadn’t ridden a bike over more than a decade to finishing on the podium in her age category.

For 2026 the program will expand to three participants to support more new participants from a cycling or fitness background looking to enjoy the ultimate mountain bike experience.

As part of the program, selected participants will be provided;

• Giant Stance Mountain Bike including bike set up by Giant Store
• PURE Sports Nutrition Pack
• Pedal Mafia Cycling Kit Pack
• Cape to Cape MTB Merch Pack
• Free entry to the 2026 Cape to Cape MTB
• Training and support guidance

Race Director Bill Hayes said, "The Couch to Cape program provides support from equipment and training guidance to help riders prepare to ride a four-day mountain bike race."

"We have expanded the program to three participants in 2026 and look forward to hearing from participants looking to be involved and supporting them to an enjoyable week in the picturesque South West region of Western Australia."

"We extend out thanks to our partners Giant Australia, Pedal Mafia and PURE Sports Nutrition for supporting the program and helping to grow mountain biking across WA and Australia."