This time, I am convinced.The Honolulu Century Ride (HCR) is the best ride on Earth. This is my second time riding in Hawaii, following last year. I’ve been pondering how I should be involved as the Communication Director of Global Ride (GR). Last year, I was so focused on completing the 160 km ride that I just gave it my all. It was my first time riding a road bike overseas, and everything felt exciting. However, this year was my second time. I didn’t expect to feel the same excitement as before. So I intentionally decided not to view the event from a rider’s perspective. Instead, I planned to ride in the GR editorial team’s car and focus on capturing photos of the HCR and the b […]

Designer Y, a Friend of Editor M “To be honest, it felt absolutely amazing.” When I started riding the Honolulu Century Ride—and even after I finished—those were the only words I could find. The exhaustion, the sense of accomplishment, the frustration… somehow, they all seemed to be wrapped up in that one phrase. I couldn’t think of a better way to describe it. So how did I, a graphic designer by profession, end up taking part in a 160 km cycling event in Hawaii? That’s the story I’d like to share this time. My first trip to Hawaii, my first visit to the United States, and my first long-distance ride. As someone who rarely rides a bicycle except to drop off and pick u […]

Reflecting on 2023, as the year draws to a close, how has it been for all of you? It’s likely that riders from around the world have cycled through various locations this year. To wrap up the year, the Global Ride editorial team is bringing you a photo album from three international events: ‘BIKE NEW YORK (FIVE BORO BIKE TOUR)’ in New York City, ‘PORT DOUGLAS GRAN FOND FESTIVAL’ in Port Douglas, and ‘HONOLULU CENTURY RIDE’ in Honolulu. Enjoy the exclusive shots captured by our editorial team, different from the official photos!