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Hawaii is rich in natural beauty and if you are an active sports enthusiast you
get to pursue them in one of the most amazing locations on earth.
Mountain Biking
If mountain biking is your love, you will want to take a day to get dirty in Hawaii.
Over 25 trials ranging from the easy novice ride to the highly technical to the
literally death defying single-track. If you like to explore on your own you will
want to pick up a copy of Mountain Biking the Hawaiian Island, by Ohana Publishing
or if you want a guided tour contact the folks at Orchid Isle Bicycling.
Hiking
Regardless of your athletic state, experience or stamina, the big island of Hawaii
has a trail that will meet your needs. From the easy rubber slipper friendly walk
to grueling hiking boots multi-day treck. One of the best sources for information
on your options, especially those in and around Hawaii Volcanoes National park is
Instant Hawaii which has a handy key for each hike outlining appropriate footwear,
recommended supplies, time and distance of the hike as well as directions on how
to get there.
Triathlon and Ironman
The big island of Hawaii plays host to a number of international races, including
the Ford Ironman World Championships. If you want to train or run competitively
in Hawaii, Kealakekua Hale is a short distance from the Ironman and Ironman 70.3
Kona courses.
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