Upcoming Races

Contact:  Kawika SpauldingPhone:  808-328-9395PO Box 2,  Hounaunau HI, 96726otemar@ilhawaii.net http://www.honuhalfironman.com/eventcalendar.pdf I recently read that the Big Island Saddle Road 100 K will be run this year.  I have run this race twice and have enjoyed both ‘events’ and plan to go back this year.   For those of you unfamiliar with the Big Island Saddle Road…

Aloha Athletes ! Break out the fleece ! Hopefully we will not be needing it, but considering that the weather on Haleakala summit at 1pm yesterday afternoon was 40F with a wind chill of 32F, be prepared for anything. The overall weather report looks good, but don’t be surprised if we get a little rain….

RUN TO THE SUN SNOWSHOES REQUIRED For those of you getting ready for the 26th Run To The Sun better prepare for snow! We woke up this morning seeing the summit all covered in snow. It will be gone in a few hours but never the less be prepared for ALL types of conditions. Looking…

Aloha! As we sit licking our wounds from HURT VI, just want to let interested HURT runners know that there will be early registration for the 34th Honolulu Marathon in December. Hawaii residents and active-duty military stationed in Hawaii can get a $15.00 entry fee between this Saturday, 21 January and Sunday 29 January, 2006. …

 This time it’s not a whimpy 4 hour event.  Limited to 20 brave souls.  Friday night 11/25/05.  At a location to be determined.  Entries are by invitation based on a short (or not so short) essay on why you’re qualified to participate. Click here to see sample of 2004 essays….

Just a quick reminder that this coming Saturday (10/15), H.U.R.T. runners, Gil Loomis, Steve Dewald and Nick Kaiser will be over in Kona participating in the Ironman triathlon. Hurtpal Wendy Minor will also be in Kona particpating in the Ironman as well. Good Luck to all of you. While Barbi and I were out on…

Just a quick note that the 2006 "Run to the Sun" race application has been posted. You can get yours by clicking here or scrolling down on the right side of the site under Upcoming Races. The race is March 25, 2006 so mark that date on your calendar if you are interested in this…

Just a couple of quick reminders: Saturday (8/13) is the 22 mile Maunawili to Waimanalo and Back Trail race. This is just over a week away. The race is part of the 2005 H.U.R.T. Trail Series. More info can be found by clicking here or looking under Upcoming Races on the right side of the…

This is another reminder to turn in your Tantalus Trek and Triple Trek application ASAP. The deadline is August 10 with absolutely no late entries. Click this link to the application. Remember this is the last year for the Tantalus Trek 10 mile race. Race date is Saturday, September 3, 2005. Click on the application…

If you are planning to participate in the Kilauea Volcano Wilderness Runs and would like to stay at Kiluea Military Camp (KMC), which is located at the start/finish line a one room cabin is available for Friday and Saturday nights (July 29-31). The cabin sleeps four and will cost $180.00. Interested parties please contact Edward…

Don Fallis has asked me to put up a map to a post race potluck after the Volcano Marathon on the Big Island. According to Don, all the HURTpals are invited. Neal and Marian Yasuda will be hosting the potluck and Don said last year’s potluck was a blast. Now I really wish I was…

Aloha ! A friend of mine from the mainland will be coming to do his first Volcano Marathon and needs a place to stay. His needs are very basic, either a room, shared room or a couch to lay his head will be fine, for Friday and Saturday nights (July 29 & 30). Your help…