Date: August 2026
Location: East MacDonnell Ranges, Northern Territory
Format: 4-Day Gravel Stage Race
Event Type: All-Inclusive Gravel Adventure
Event Description
The Shimano Gravel Muster is a four-day gravel stage race like no otherâan all-inclusive adventure through the wild beauty of Australiaâs Red Centre. Set in the remote East MacDonnell Ranges, this event combines racing, exploration, and outback hospitality for a once-in-a-lifetime cycling experience.
Riders traverse pristine gravel roads winding through rugged gorges, sweeping open plains, and endless horizons under the Northern Territory sky. Each day is designed with a mix of racing segments, where riders can test themselves against the land and each other, and cruising segments, where the pressure is off and the focus is on camaraderie and immersion in the outback.
With mild daytime temperatures and light winds, conditions are ideal for fast, comfortable ridingâmaking it accessible for both gravel newcomers and seasoned World Tour pros.
But the Gravel Muster is more than a race. Each evening, the community gathers at historic outback cattle stations, where riders share meals, stories, and laughter under star-filled skies. Accommodation, logistics, and meals are all included, creating a seamless, communal experience that blends endurance with relaxation.
Expect campfires, sunsets, and the chance to forge lifelong friendships in one of the most spectacular landscapes on Earth. Once youâve ridden the Gravel Muster, the Australian outback wonât just be a place you visitedâit will be a part of you.
Shimano Gravel Muster â ride the red roads, race the outback, and discover the soul of Australia.
