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Cyclists Of All Experience Levels Invited To Take Part In O‘ahu Biking Event
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the date nears. Money raised through Honolulu Century Ride will help fund the or- ganization’s bike education program and its outreach and advocacy efforts.
Although the organization seems to always be on the move, one thing that remains stationary is its office located on 3442 Waialae Ave., as it has been Hawai‘i Bicycling League’s home since 1995. Locals and visitors can stop by to get information on bike maintenance, find out where the best bicycling spots are lo- cated, purchase merchandise or maps and attend classes and events.
to the 100-mile turnaround at Swanzy Beach Park,” ex- plains Salas. “Participants can choose whatever distance they want to ride whether it’s 5 miles or the full 100 miles.”
Founded in 1975, Hawai‘i Bicycling League has kept its momentum going by pro- moting its mission through multiple channels, such as events and workshops. One of the nonprofit’s most no- table programs is its BikeEd program, which teaches keiki how to bike safely — Hawai‘i Bicycling League educates about 8,000 grade school students each year.
He also noted that it is, “a ride and not a race” so cyclists are encouraged to enjoy the views, and have drinks and snacks available at the aid stations.
“The main mission of Honolulu Century Ride is to provide the opportunity for people of all bicycling abilities to get out and ride safely while being able for us to fundraise so that we can create a healthier biking environment,” states Salas.
With much to offer its com- munity of cyclists, Hawai‘i Bicycling League ought to keep its wheels spinning for generations to come. So, sup-
The ride is the nonprofit’s biggest fundraising event of the year — about 1,000
For more information and to register for the 39th Ho- nolulu Century Ride, visit hbl.org/hcr.
The bicycle ride starts at Kapi‘olani Park, and rolls through East O‘ahu and beyond. PHOTO COURTESY HAWAI‘I BICYCLING LEAGUE
participants are expected and individuals can register Ride will begin at 6:15 a.m. this year. It is open to all anytime, even the day of the Sept. 25). However, the reg- ages and experience levels, event (Honolulu Century istration cost will increase as
League’s mission is to en- able more people to ride bi- cycles for health, recreation and transportation through advocacy, education and events,” states Salas.
ipate in this year’s Honolulu Century Ride.
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