Tantalizing Tantalus Trail Half Marathon (TTH) Recap 2025

Aloha TTH Runners,

The Tantalizing Tantalus Trail Half Marathon marked the kickoff of our trail series for half marathon distances and beyond. From here, the mileage climbs steadily as we move towards Maunawili Out and Back, Tantalus Triple Trek and the Peacock Challenge. For a fortunate few, this journey could help prepare you for the HURT 100.

Whether you joined us at TTH to rack up Trailblazer points or to challenge yourself on one of Oʻahu’s toughest courses, you showed up with wide-eyed enthusiasm—and it was contagious.

You Showed Up and Showed Out

As race directors, we couldn’t be prouder of the 124 runners who toed the line and the 122 finishers who persevered through to the end. From morning check-in through to the finish line, we saw nonstop grit, smiles, and high fives.

This course is no joke—running on sections of the HURT 100 trail, with 3,200 feet of elevation gain, barely a breeze, and unrelenting heat. Add in a last-minute rock slide detour and a new start/finish, and this year’s TTH was as challenging as ever. And still—you crushed it. Mahalo to Aaron at DLNR, and Marian at HURT for the last minute pivot to the altered course.

Fast Facts & Results

14 states represented
1 international runner from Japan
79 men & 43 women completed the course
Youngest finisher: Paul Vahsen (under 18!)
Oldest finishers: Linda Okita, Gary Holton, Benito Quintana, Sean Fox, Ben Cavazos, Valdemar Vasquez, and Craig Linghor (all over 60!)

📊 Complete Results & Lap Times
(Click your split times to strategize for next year!)

TTH Race Results

Top Finishers

🏃‍♀️ Women’s Top 3:
🥇 Rina Carrillo – 2:30:49
🥈 Arielle Zlotnick – 2:33:44
🥉 Elizabeth-Claire Knox – 2:42:32

*Pictured L / R: Elizabeth-Claire (3rd), Rina (1st), Arielle (2nd)*

🏃‍♂️ Men’s Top 3:
🥇 Aaron Bennett – 2:01:00
🥈 Cole Raven – 2:12:51
🥉 Sergio Florian – 2:14:26

*Pictured L / R: Sergio (3rd), Aaron (1st), Cole (2nd))*

🏆 Top 3 Awards, custom-engraved by Brent Wong—mahalo Brent for the craftsmanship!

Huge Mahalos to Our Volunteers

This event would not happen without our amazing volunteers. Your effort makes it all possible.

Course Marking / Trail Maintenance: Alex, Matt, Sue
Parking: Johnny, Kelley, Mike H., Vanessa
Check-In: Abeeba, Amanda, Hiromi, Matthew
Start/Finish: Ben, Bo, Freddy, Hiromi, Johnny, Keith, Kelley, Melanie, Myra, PJ, Thomas, Vanessa
Aid Station: Derrick, Johnny, Lauri, Les, Marian, Matt, Mike W., Neal, Wah
Course Marshals / Patrol / Sweepers: Ben, Chris, Freddy, Jacki, Jeff F., Liz, Mike H., PJ, Sue, Takeshi
Photographers: Augusto, Kalani, Myra
Social Media: Myra, Sandi
Awards: Brent
Webmaster: Augusto
Permitting: Marian

Lost and found

📸 Photos by Kalani & Augusto → View Gallery

Race Photos

Trailblazer Series

🏅 The points from TTH are in—check your updated standings at Trailblazer. With only 3 events left, the competition is heating up.

📌 Next Events:

Maunawili Out & Back (Solo & Relay) – Registration Open (will sell out fast!)
Tantalus Triple Trek – Opening soon (will sell out fast!)

🔗 Register at HURTHAWAII

MOAB Solo MOAB Relay

Give Back to the Trails

The trails give us so much—let’s give back. Stay tuned and sign up for a DLNR / HURT Trail Work Day and help preserve the paths we love to run. It all begins with a trail.

In Closing…

You made this year’s TTH unforgettable. We’re honored by your effort, energy, and enthusiasm. Thank you for being part of the HURT ʻohana.

Much Aloha,
Kana & Jeff