2025 ‘Aiea Loop Express is a Wrap

Thanks and congratulations to the amazing field of runners who kicked off the 2025 HURT Trail Series at ‘Aiea Loop Express! We had clear, beautiful weather and even after a trip up the center trail before the finish line, runners finished fast and with big smiles.

Race Directors’ Notes

We’re so proud of everyone’s performance and the respect we observed you showing for the trail, the park, the rules, the volunteers, and your fellow runners at this year’s race. Our finishers pushed one another to new limits with healthy competition, something we always like to see. For some of you, this was your first trail race experience. A few folks even made the journey from outside the state to be here! Whether you were running to finish, or chasing a new PR (or the person in front of you!), we are honored you chose our race. Kudos for going out and getting it done. We hope you join us at other Series races and set your sights on becoming a HURT Trailblazer!

We heard from our Parking Czars that those who parked in the neighborhood were respectful and careful to park legally. We TRULY appreciate your care and attention to this, as our permit depends on it.

We want to acknowledge Hawai‘i State Parks for their informative website on the history of the Keaīwa Heiau State Recreation Area, some of which we referenced in our pre-race briefing. We appreciate everyone’s courtesy in respecting this place and leaving it cleaner than you found it.

We also hope you enjoy planting the seeds of your choice and grow yummy herbs, veggies and beautiful flowers for your homes or gardens this spring.

Not least, a heartfelt MAHALO to the wonderful 25+ volunteers who spent their morning caring for, encouraging and guiding runners. These races could not happen without their committed support on race day as well as on behind-the-scenes activities – from permitting with the State months ahead of time to developing/maintaining the registration and bib systems, editing and posting hundreds of race photos, calculating Trailblazer scores, monitoring social media and more. It really does take a village, and it’s all volunteer.