Pushing limits through Ozark mountain biking excellence awaits.

The 2026 OZ Stage Race is an inaugural three-day mountain bike stage race in Northwest Arkansas, scheduled for May 21–24, 2026. Riders can compete individually or in two-person teams across professional and amateur divisions as they tackle three point-to-point stages through the renowned OZ Trails network. Each day features challenging distances (32–50 miles per stage) and significant climbing, all set amid a vibrant cycling community. With a capped field of 400, a $15,000 prize purse, and special pricing for military, veterans, juniors, and trail volunteers, this Memorial Day weekend event promises adventure, competition, and Ozark hospitality.

Three stages, each point-to-point, on the OZ Trails network. Stages include Back 40 Trails, Little Sugar Creek, and a mix of urban trails (Coler, Hand Cut Hollow, Slaughter Pen), with varied technical features, singletrack, and flow trails, utilizing a hub-and-spoke layout for daily finishes.

• $15,000 prize purse
• Inaugural 3-day stage race with capped 400 rider field
• Hub-and-spoke format with daily finishes at same venue
• Access to world-famous OZ Trails with 500+ miles of trails
• Discounts for military, veterans, youth (U23), trail volunteers, and cycling coaches
• Scenic features: rock cliffs, waterfalls, LED-lighted tunnels
• Professional and amateur divisions, solo and 2-person team options