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Honolulu Century Ride

USA / Honolulu | 2025.9.28 Sun

Honolulu Century Ride

Hawaii's largest cycling event with approximately 2,000 riders in Honolulu. A 100-mile (160km) fun ride course starting at Kapiolani Park and turning around at Swansea Beach Park at the end of Kualoa. Of course, there are also 25-mile (approx. 40 km), 50-mile (approx. 80 km), and 75-mile (approx. 120 km) races for beginners and children (planned). The Makapuu Lookout, Kaneohe Bay Drive, and Kamehameha Highway will not only be surrounded by the breathtaking blue skies and ocean, but also the original Waimanalo landscape of Hawaii, where you can encounter the gift of paradise.

  • Distance

    40km 80km 120km 160km

  • Recommended Level

    Beginner to advanced

  • Type

    Cross Bike/Road Bike

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