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Day 1:
North Route

About the Route

One of the many things that makes PRK such an extraordinarily unique and special ride is the incredible beauty of the scenic route that will take you through many parts of Kauai. You’ll experience breathtaking views, revered and culturally significant destinations, and many beautiful areas of Kauai.

There are up to two days of riding; each one different. You can choose to ride a segment of Day 1, a segment of Day 2, segments of each Day 1 and 2, or perhaps the entire ride on both Days. The route has been designed to be challenging but achievable, and the more time you have to train the more likely you will be able to add miles to your goal. No matter what you choose, we have placed rest stops along the route that are stocked with everything to keep you going (food, water, energy bars, and other basic necessities), restrooms, all staffed by our incredible rest stop volunteers. The entire route is supported by our Support and Gear Vehicle Volunteers (“SAGs”), bike mechanics, medical assistants, and our PRK route angels who provide additional awareness for you and others sharing the route and guiding you along the way. You will also find signs placed throughout the route to guide you along to your next destination whether that’s to the next rest stop or your chosen finish point.
 

0 Miles: Puhi Island School - Home Base

PRK 2012 again heads out on day one of an incredible journey. Wind your way through the back roads of Puhi and through Nawiliwili harbor and head out to Lihue, Wailua and into Kapaa to reach the first stop.

11 Miles: Kapa`a Neighborhood Center – Rest Stop

Design Your Own Route: First End Point
You will arrive at KNC along the beautiful multi-use path right along the ocean. Take a few moments to stretch and refresh as you get ready to continue on your way up the coast. This is the first place you may choose to complete your Day One ride.

20 Miles: Moloa`a Sunrise Fruit Stand – Rest Stop

You will wind your way up the beautiful coastal path and then continue north as you make your way to Moloa`a. Stretch and relax a few as you will need the steam to climb the beautiful hills on Ko`olau Road before your each your next stop for lunch.

27 Miles: Na`Aina Kai Botanical Gardens – Lunch Stop

Design Your Own Route: Second End Point
You arrive at a private garden surrounded by plants and sculpture of every kind. This is an incredibly beautiful spot to take off your gear, relax a few and enjoy a wonderfully prepared lunch on this bluff property on the north shore of Kauai just above Kaluakai beach. Take a stroll and enjoy the sights before you head out.. This is the second place you may choose to complete your Day One ride.

36 Miles: Anahola Homesteads House – Rest Stop

You reach this island style, local stop after making your way back along the north east shore. Get some water, juice up and get ready to head down the coast and re-join the beautiful multi-use path as you make your way back to Wailua.

46 Miles: Wailua - Smith's Family Gardens – Rest Stop

Just a few pedals off the path and you arrive at this wonderful family owned and operated local business that has been welcoming visitors for decades. Stretch, make a bathroom stop or get whatever you need to move on with your journey. You’re almost there.

55 Miles: Puhi Island School - Home Base

You’ve almost made it, as you continue the last part of Day One and head back through Lihue and into Puhi. Continue through the island’s “center” to be greeted again by smiling faces, a shower and a massage at our home base, Island School.
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