Let the games begin in 2026
Quick summary of the EPIC SERIES stage race calendar dates for 2026:
- March hosts the ABSA Cape EPIC
- April is for the Croatian 4islands EPIC
- July is Pyrenees for the Andorra EPIC
- August to CHF for the Spar Swiss EPIC
- November is YE with Wines2Whales
EPIC SERIES race the world 1min trailer
And more on each one below. With a quick video clip for each one. Just the way we like it. send your boxed bicycle to and from any of these events with bicycle couriers. We have been there and done that and gotten a few t-shorts in the process. Now you can do the same. As easy as bike travel can be. Race the world with the EPIC SERIES below. Race the World is a A Six-Part Docuseries on the World’s Most Iconic MTB Races.
Absa Cape EPIC in South Africa
15-22 March 2026
Episode 1 of Race the World takes you deep inside the Absa Cape Epic – the race that started it all. The world’s most iconic mountain bike stage race. Eight brutal days. Over 650km. 16,500m of climbing. A race that professional riders fight to win, and amateurs race to finish. But to conquer it, one thing is crucial: trust. Trust in your body to endure. Trust in your partner to have your back.And now you can send your bicycle to the EPIC SERIES: Absa Cape EPIC in South Africa with #bicyclecouriers.
4islands EPIC in Croatia
14-18 April 2026
Find your flow! Each day brings a new island, each trail a fresh challenge, winding through rocky paths, historic towns and coastal views that take your breath away. The Adriatic Sea sparkles beside them, playing hide and seek as teams ride, climb, and connect through this one-of-a-kind race. It’s a celebration of teamwork, resilience, and the pure joy of mountain biking in one of the most stunning settings on Earth. And did we say the teams start from a boat? And now you can send your bicycle to the EPIC SERIES: 4islands EPIC in Croatia with #bicyclecouriers.
Andorra EPIC in the Pyrenees
2-5 July 2026
Andorra EPIC fits perfectly in racing calendar. Are you going to become an EPIC legend? Set against the dramatic landscapes of Andorra, each stage pushes competitors through towering peaks, lush valleys, and trails steeped in mountain biking lore. With every pedal stroke, these riders aren’t just racing against each other—they’re racing toward their own place in mountain biking history. This is more than a race; it’s a journey that leaves a permanent mark. And now you can send your bicycle to the EPIC SERIES: Andorra EPIC in the Pyrenees with #bicyclecouriers.
Spar Swiss EPIC in Switzerland
19-23 August 2026
Switzerland is the most beautiful place in the universe! The Epic Series heads to the breathtaking Swiss Alps, where champions like Vera Looser, Alexis Skarda, Fabian Rabensteiner, and Casey South rise above with strategy, grit, and determination. Alongside passionate amateurs from around the world, they take on every challenge this class-defining race can throw at them. And now you can send your bicycle to the EPIC SERIES: Spar Swiss EPIC in Switzerland with #bicyclecouriers.
FNB Wines2Whales in South Africa
6-15 November 2026
Wines2whales is right here on our doorstep in the Western Cape Winelands. And the perfect way to end off your cycling year (unless you plan a DC or double-MUNGA to finish him)! From Oak Valley to Lourensford, riders charged through fast and dusty trails, their energy matching the heat of the day as they crossed the finish line wrapping up three unforgettable days at the FNB Wines2Whales Shiraz. Send your bicycle as before to the EPIC SERIES: W2W Wines2Whales right here in the Western Cape with #bicyclecouriers.
EPIC Series roundup
There you have it –
Which ones will you be doing next year?
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