At 7pm this Friday, August 8th, Patagonia (Honolulu) will be hosting HBL for a movie night with 7 short films about bikes! From community bike caravans to the journey of an olympic cyclist, these films will make you laugh, cry, and love your bike even more. These are new films from what was shown previously during bike month. Thanks to Ulupono Initiative support, this event is free for HBL Members and $10 for general admission. Pūpū & drinks will be available by donation. RSVP here!
The Honolulu Century Ride is coming up on Sunday, September 28th. Not ready to ride a full century? No problem! The ride is set up with Aid Stations at the 25, 50, 75, and 100 mile turnaround points. Plus, with the full closure of the Kaiwi Coast route on Kalanianaʻole Highway, this year’s 25 mile course to Sandy's is going to be more epic than ever. Sign up now, decide your distance later - it's your ride.
The Aloha Fun Ride has 5 and 8 mile options, too! This family- and beginner-friendly ride through Diamond Head and Kāhala includes Aid Station and mechanical support, HPD course presence, and all the fun of the Ride Aloha Festival.
Volunteer at the Ride Aloha Festival!
HBL needs your help on the Honolulu Century Ride (HCR), our biggest volunteer event of the year! Sign up for a shift at Packet Pickup (Friday 9/26 - Saturday 9/27) or pitch in on Event Day (Sunday 9/28) to help make this HCR a success! Volunteers receive food and a free HBL Volunteer shirt. Some Sunday shifts are even rider-friendly. Medical Support volunteers are especially needed!
The only remaining Aid Station left up for adoption is the Wai‘alae Beach Park (8-mile turnaround in Kāhala)! Got a group (of 3-4 individuals) that wants to chair that final Aloha Fun Ride Aid Station?Click here for the details (deadline for groups to apply is Aug. 15th).
Tell Honolulu City Council to Support Biki Investment
On Wednesday, August 6th, the Honolulu City Council will consider Resolution 25-221 which would transfer $1M of funds from the Office of Climate Change, Sustainability and Resiliency to the Department of Transportation Services to expand Biki options for transit commuters. Find out more and access links to submit your testimony today.
Provide Feedback to HDOT’s Plan to Reduce Emissions
HDOT has released a draft of their Energy Security & Waste Reduction Plan (ESWRP) and has extended the public comment period to August 31st. This document is the state’s roadmap for compliance w/the historic Navahine climate settlement and will guide transportation policy for years to come. You can find links to the plan, comment form, and a summary of HBL comments on our website.
Statewide Traffic Fatalities Rise at Alarming Rate
This year traffic fatalities and violence are up significantly on O‘ahu and statewide. To learn more, you can watch a recent panel discussion broadcast on Insights on PBS Hawai‘i or read a Civil Beat column penned by Denby Fawcett. Remember to stay aware and share aloha whether you walk, bike, or drive on our roadways.
HBL's 2026 Legislative Priorities
While the Governor’s veto of the omnibus e-bike safety legislation HB 958 last month, still has a bit of a sting, we are licking our wounds and getting ready for the next legislative session(s). On our website, you can read an outline of HBL priorities, learn more about ways to get involved, and let us know your feedback. Click for more info ❯❯
Emergency Kit Essentials: ✅ Bike!
We are well aware of the total traffic nightmare that folks in their cars had to face during our island's recent brushes with disaster. Considering an e-bike to add to your life or emergency kit is a VERY sensible choice. Learn more about cargo e-bike options (and try 'em out!) + everything else you need to know to get going smartly & safely on an electric bike at HBL’s free E-Bikes 101 workshops, coming up:
Bike registration is required in Hawai‘i for all bicycles with tandem wheels 20” in diameter and greater (one-time fee of $15 for standard bicycles; $30 for low-speed electric bikes). These collected dues are all deposited into a special Bikeway Fund which can only be used on bikeway projects and programs in that County! Click here for more bike registration info & how-to ❯❯
HBL Dirt
A chapter of HBL, advocating for more sustainable off-road places to ride bicycles. Upcoming meet up on August 12th at Koko Head Bike Park! Learn more about HBL Dirt and current project updates in HBL Dirt’s first newsletter!
Maui Bicycling League (MBL)
MBL's mission is to create a bicycle and pedestrian friendly community throughout Maui County. MBL is a chapter of HBL. Click here to check out what Maui Bicycling League has been up to or click here to view MBL’s upcoming events.
Check out HBL’s online calendar for a full list of all the free group rides, events, and other bike-related fun going on in Hawai‘i at HBL.org/calendar.
Have a bicycle event not on our calendar? Email Bicycle@HBL.org.
Sunrise Hanalei <-> Haena Bike Ride "Sunday, August 10, 6:15 AM - 9:30 AM. Meet in the Hanalei Center parking lot, 5-5161 Kuhio Highway, Hanalei Nobody gets left behind. Anybody interested in participating is advised to contact Tommy at news@KauaiPath.org ~48 hours before the event."
Peaman’s Pedal Til Ya Puke
"Following on the heels of the Hilo Hill Climb, Hawaii Cycling Club’s August event features the infamous, Peaman’s Pedal Til Ya Puke, a Cat 1, 6.5-mile time trial gaining 3,000 feet of elevation straight up Kaloko drive on the Big Island’s west side. Mark your calendar for Sunday, August 17 with sign-in starting at 6:45am, first rider off at 7:30am. Register online now or for more info click here."
"The Hawaii Triathlon Center Club is seeking a passionate Assistant Coach to support our Youth Triathlon Program for ages 8–18. Practices are held Saturday or Sunday mornings, with groups divided by ability and most sessions ending by 10:00 AM. Support is available for USA Triathlon Coaching Certification. Great for experienced triathletes or aspiring coaches. Contact Ben Williams at ben@hitricenter.com or 808-333-1151 to learn more."
Dick Evans Memorial Road Race is On!
"The pinnacle of the Hawaii bike racing season, the Dick Evans Memorial Road Race follows a route similar to the original Around Oahu Race. Its distance, 112 miles, is the basis for the Iron Man distance Triathlon. This race is held annual in memorial to Hawaii cycling great Dick Evans. Registration is open now until Aug. 22nd"
Hawai‘i Bicycling League (HBL) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit founded in 1975 with the mission to enable more people to ride bicycles for health, recreation, and transportation through advocacy, education, and events.
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