I experienced a refreshing feeling from the short practice with the temporary coach. Above all, I felt the pleasant sensation of the wind. Could creativity be born from here? Already, this amateur seems to be developing a habit…

Aloha!The entry for this year’s Honolulu Century Ride has begun.The exhilaration of cycling in Hawaii is…Such a special experience that even after nine months, it hasn’t faded.After participating just once, I can understand how regular riders feel.This sense of freedom and accomplishment is addictive!What kind of scenery will we see this year? 🌈Let’s look back at last year’s event through photos. Table of Contents １. September 24th, 2023 At the Entry Venue２. September 25th, 2023 On the Day of the Event １. September 24th, 2023 At the Entry Venue ２. September 25th, 2023 On the Day of the Event What kind of ride awaits us this year?Let’s meet at the Honolulu Centur […]

The Honolulu Century Ride 2026 has come to a close. After leaving behind Japan’s lingering summer weather, I had hoped to report back with an enthusiastic, “So this is Hawaii…!” But this year, with Hurricane Nolo approaching the islands, we were greeted by winds strong enough to make us wonder whether the event might be canceled. According to the data, average wind speeds at the start were around 18 m/s. Pedaling somewhere between feeling discouraged and refusing to give in, I found myself contemplating both the forces of nature and the value of a little self-discipline. Still, on my second HCR, I managed to complete the 120 km course—setting a new personal distance record for a fun ri […]