Stage 3 - This stage to Griffin Fireline is a net downhill. It starts with a very challenging 19k which crosses the Major Mitchell Plateau up to the high point of the race, Durd Durd at 1167m asl. There is one very steep climb onto the Plateau with big steps - be mentally ready for this. A very long and initially steep descent brings you to Jimmy Creek Rd Aid Station. Many short punchy climbs and flowy downs follow. There is a lot of newly built trail, and it is much appreciated. It will be hard to find rhythm through these shorter continual hills, with some rock hopping, choppy climbs mixed in with fast terrain. There is a very slow boulder field just before Yarram Campground, be careful here.

Stage 4 - Passing over some of the well-known peaks in the southern section of the range, this stage is pound for pound the most scenic section of the trail. The stage starts with a long, gentle climb and descent through some amazing trail and landscape to Cassidys Gap Rd. From here there are three separate steep climbs and descents with many stairs to some striking summits including Signal Peak, Mud-Dadjug/Mt Abrupt, and Wurgarri/Mt Sturgeon. Despite being a brutal end, people will have a sense of the journey’s end, which may bring joy but also sadness that the adventure must come to an end. Runners take an enjoyable river trail to the town centre, where the party celebration awaits!