Come ride with hundreds of other bicyclists during this epic ride along O‘ahu’s beautiful North Shore.
You’ll start at Kaiaka Bay Beach Park, riding across the start line at 7:30am. You’ll first bike towards Ka‘ena Point with the ocean on your right and Dillingham Airfield on your left. Take a little break at Camp Erdman where you turn around and bike back towards Hale‘iwa. Then, pedal past famed ocean beaches and surf spots like Sharks Cove, Waimea Bay, Pipeline, and Sunset. When you reach Hau‘ula Beach State Park, it will be time for you to return along the beautiful coastline, over Hale‘iwa’s iconic Rainbow Bridge, and finish up back where you started! You’ll find plenty of Aid Stations along your ride to keep you energized and hydrated. Plus, a marked course, roving mechanics, and course marshals. You’ll finish proud and exhilarated when you arrive at Kaiaka Bay Beach Park to celebrate your achievement and enjoy camaraderie with your fellow bicyclists.
Most folks don’t bike the North Shore very often, but thousands have joined HBL for this ride over the past 30 years. Bike the entire 100K route (a Metric Century is 62 miles), or turn around at any of 5 Aid Stations. Ride your ride with HBL and take pride in knowing you’re supporting the Hawaii Bicycling League when you do!
Registering early not only gets you a cheaper rate and an event shirt, it also helps us plan out the event in advance! #Ride Aloha
To celebrate the double milestone years of the 30th Hale’iwa Metric Century and the 40th Honolulu Century Ride we are offering a joint registration that will be your cheapest option combining HMC & HCR. For joint registration click HERE.
Kaiaka Bay Beach park is located between Waialua and Hale‘iwa, about a one-hour drive from Honolulu. The first leg is an out-and-back on Farrington Highway, with a turnaround at Camp Erdman. Once back in Hale‘iwa, bicyclists take the Hale‘iwa bypass and pedal along Kamehameha Highway along the coast. The furthest Aid Station at Hau‘ula Beach Park is the 100K turnaround. When you’re nearly back to the Start/Finish, you’ll bike over the iconic Rainbow Bridge.
This is a ride and not a race, and all roads will remain open to vehicular traffic. Follow all rules of the road and ride alert, predictably, and with aloha. The road is mostly flat with a few moderate hills. Roads are not super smooth, but quite rideable. There are a few areas where the pavement is broken, but again quite rideable. We suggest running a slightly lower psi in your tires to improve comfort. Ride at your own pace. All skill levels and ages are welcome (minors under age 18 require parent consent), just make sure to bring your helmet (as we cannot allow you to participate in the ride without one!).
The mass start is at 7:30 am. You can choose to be in this large group start, or wait a few minutes if that’s more comfortable for you. This is your ride. You must be off the course by 2:00pm when it closes. Ride support and Aid Stations have staggered opening times based upon a 7:30am start. If you arrive at an Aid Station and it’s determined you cannot return by 2pm to the Start/Finish by continuing on, you will be asked to turn around.
Click HERE for the course map for the full 100KM route (this includes the 50k, 80k, and 100k routes)
For the 30KM route click HERE.
| Early Registration | Regular Registration | Late Registration* | Event Registration* | |
| Ends 2/10/23 | Ends 3/10/23 | Ends 4/27/23 | 4/28/23 – 4/30/23 | |
| HBL Member | $50.00 | $60.00 | $70.00 | $80.00 |
| Military | $60.00 | $70.00 | $80.00 | $90.00 |
| Non-HBL Member | $65.00 | $75.00 | $85.00 | $95.00 |
| *t-shirt not guaranteed | ||||
Register early for the lowest entry fees!
But we still welcome late registrations and even day of registrations. If you register at Packet Pickup or on the day of the ride, expect it to be a bit more hectic for you and us.
If you’re a current HBL member, you save $15 on your registration! Not sure if you’re a member? Click here for help or call HBL at (808) 735-5756 during office hours and we’d be happy to help!
Your ride registration includes:
– Rider bib number.
– 2023 HBL Hale‘iwa Metric Century t-shirt (not guaranteed for Late or Day Of Registrations).
– 5 Aid Stations with hydration and nutrition, bike racks, and minor mechanical support.
– Course marshals.
– Roving mechanical support. (But, ride self-supporting. We cannot guarantee you will encounter a support vehicle.)
– Free parking at the event start/finish.
This is a Fundraiser Ride.
All proceeds benefit Hawaii Bicycling League’s mission to enable more people to bike for transportation, recreation and health. Our advocacy efforts and education programs depend upon events like this. Please donate if you can.
This Ride is Possible Because of Our Volunteers! ♥
Almost everyone who will be supporting you during the Hale‘iwa Metric Century are volunteers. Please thank them and show them your aloha!
Shuttle Bus Option:
Skip the drive and parking. We’re offering transportation for you and your bike from Kaka‘ako Waterfront Park to and from Kaiaka Bay Beach Park.
-Load up starts at 5:00am and will depart Kaka‘ako Waterfront Park at 5:30am.
-Shuttle back to town will leave Kaiaka Bay Beach Park at 2:00pm.
$20.00 round trip and this option can be purchased with your registration OR if you already registered for HMC23, you can purchase a ticket here.
HBL’s Hale‘iwa Metric Century would not be possible without many wonderful volunteers who contribute before, during and after ride day.
Positions will be needed for packet pickup, aid station crews, truck loading and unloading, truck drivers, equipment delivery and pickup, setup and breakdown, rider support and more! See the details on the various volunteer position descriptions here. (coming soon)
Click here to sign up! (Link coming soon)
Have a group, or looking to take on a leadership role? Email: Lauren@HBL.org
Volunteers will receive an HBL volunteer t-shirt. Food and drinks will be provided for most volunteer shifts.
Support Our Work. Support Our Impact.
Why Sponsor HBL’s Hale‘iwa Metric Century Ride?
- – Reach a demographic of loyal consumers and active adults
- – Express your corporate values through sponsorship
- – Positively impact the community by contributing to the growth of bicycling
Contribute to the growth of cycling if you care about:
- – Safer streets for keiki, adults, & kūpuna
- – A greener & more vibrant Hawai‘i
- – Less traffic & pollution
- – Happy, healthier, & wealthier citizens
- – Educating drivers of cars and bikes to drive & ride safe
30th Anniversary Hale‘iwa Metric Century Jersey!
Whether you’re riding in the 2023 Hale‘iwa Metric Century or not, you’ll want to own this jersey that celebrates the 30th anniversary of HMC.
These NEWEST of the NEW cycling jerseys are available in Men’s and Women’s cut.
Available Sizes: Women’s: 2XS, XS, SM, MD, LG, XL, 2XL & Men’s: XS, SM, MD, LG, XL, 2XL, 3XL | PRIMAL Size Guide
Don’t forget to check out Primal’s Jersey Size Guide here to make sure you order the size you want!
Primal Wear, the company that has been making the HBL’s cycling jerseys for the past 5+ years, notes these are “Standard Fit” jerseys (AKA “club fit”). So in other words, not super race-fit tight and more comfortable to ride and breathe in!
Available sizes:
Womens: 2XS, XS, SM, MD, LG, XL, 2XL
Mens: XS, SM, MD, LG, XL, 2XL, 3XL
4/30/23 Important Event Info:
Remember all roads are open to vehicles.
The course and Aid Stations will be marked with directional signs. Please follow the course.
Aid Station Locations:
– Waialua District Park
– Sunset Beach Neighborhood Park (50K turnaround)
– Kahuku District Park (80K turnaround)
– Hau’ula Beach Park (100K turnaround)
HMC 2023 COURSE MAP
Click HERE for the course map for the full 100KM route (this includes the 50k, 80k, and 100k routes)
For the 30KM route click HERE.
During Registration you’ll have the option of purchasing a shuttle from Kaka‘ako for you and your bike to the start and then having the shuttle back. The bus starts loading at 5:00 am and will depart Kaka‘ako Waterfront Park at 5:30.
Packet pickup will be on:
FRIDAY, 4/28 – 12:00PM – 6:00PM
SATURDAY, 4/29 – 10:00AM – 4:00PM
April 28 (Fri) &April 29 (Sat) at the Ala Wai Golf Course Clubhouse.
Rider Packets will include:
– Your rider bib number
– Safety pins
– Event dry-fit shirt (if you opted for one)
– Rider Instructions
– Other helpful material
Once you sign up you’ll have the opportunity to create an ambassador code and if someone signs up using your code they will get $5 dollars off and you’ll get $5 dollars back. The total money you earn from your ambassador code will be paid out the first week of May.
Reach out to Christopher Salas if you have any questions about the program.
If you register before March 10, 2023, you will receive a Hale‘iwa Metric Century dry-fit t-shirt in the size you selected at registration, Unisex XS-3X. If you register late or on the day of the event, we may not have a t-shirt in your size, or perhaps not at all. We do not expect to have extra event t-shirts, but if any remain at the ride finish, they will be available for purchase.2023 Hale‘iwa Metric Century Jerseys are available for preorder.
Womens: 2XS, XS, SM, MD, LG, XL, 2XL
Mens: XS, SM, MD, LG, XL, 2XL, 3XL
The event is not only a community ride that celebrates cycling as a fun & healthy activity and brings more awareness to bicycling safety, but ultimately is a fundraising event for HBL. Expenses are incurred before the ride takes place. For that reason, no deferrals or refunds will be processed.
Minors under age 18 must register and have parental consent to the waiver.
Adults with children in carriers or trailers assume all responsibility. These children do not need to register, and will not get a packet nor t-shirt. But, they will get lots of smiles!
Know your limits and pace yourself. The entire course is 62 miles (100K) and there is typically a headwind on the way to Hau‘ula. If you tire, there is no shame in biking a shorter distance than you planned. If it is determined you will not make the course cut-off time of 2pm, you will be asked to turn around and return to the Start/Finish. We advise some biking beforehand to get ready. Join some friends and work up your mileage weekly. We have a list and a calendar of local group rides and events if you’re looking for opportunities to ride or new riding buddies. You do not need to bike 62 miles all in one day before the ride, but you should build your strength and experience and endurance to fully enjoy the day!
Ensure you + your bike are RIDE READY before the ride day:
What to bring on ride day:
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- Functioning Bike
- Helmet (required)
- Your Rider Bib number (so you can get access to the Aid Stations!)
- Water Bottle (or two)
- Spare Tube / Patch Kit
- Sun Protection (sunscreen, UV sun sleeves, shades, etc.)
- Money for lunch at the park or a snack along the ride
- ID / Medical Card in case of emergency
Other items that might be handy to have include camera, phone, (with plastic bag for protection from possible moisture) and snacks.
Ride with Aloha: Please follow all traffic laws, signs, and signals, plus any requests from the HPD special duty officers on course. Please ride single file (this is law in Hawai‘i) and to the right of the lane. In many situations the shoulder has sand or gravel. Please signal to the riders/drivers behind you when merging into the travel lane. Hawaii HRS291C-145 allows a cyclist to control the whole lane when it’s too narrow for a car and a bike to share the lane as well as to avoid hazards. For more info on the laws, please visit our Bike Laws page. Please report aggressive / dangerous drivers to HPD by calling 911.
Pass with Care: When passing a rider, please make sure it is clear to do so, then pass on the left. Be sure to signal visually (for riders and drivers behind) and vocally, “passing on your left” for rider ahead.
Bringing your bike to the start line in good working order is really important. It would be a shame to get there and not be able to ride because your bike isn’t working or is unsafe. Perhaps worse would be experiencing a mechanical issue that causes you to end your ride early. If you’re not positive your bike is in top shape, take it to your friendly local bike store for a quick tune-up.
Mechanical Support:
Local bike stores and partners BIKEFACTORY, Boca Hawaii, Chillaxin’ Hawaii, T. Eki, Inc. (formerly Eki Cyclery), and The Bike Shop, will be volunteering their time to provide mechanical support at the designated Aid Stations. In addition, there will be mechanical support roving along the course for riders in need.
Project M will send out an email to all participants when photos are ready.
There will also be a link here when they are ready, so check back later.
