If you want head out on your own, bikes and bike racks are available for rent in Kailua-Kona. One company of note is Hawaiian Pedals, which has two locations in town. The firm offers mountain bikes, racing bikes and touring bikes. The staff offers information on biking routes and the best places to see on the Big Island.
Hawaiian Pedals
Kona Inn Shopping Village
75-5744 Alii Drive
Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
(808) 329-2294
hawaiianpedals.com
Hawaiian Pedals Bike Works
Hale Hana Center
25-5583 Luhia St.
Kaillua-Kona, HI 96740
(808) 326-2453
hawaiianpedals.com
The Orchid Isle Bicycling Company in Kailua-Kona offers day tours for beginning and experienced riders. The 21-mile Kohala Downhill takes riders to the Kohala Mountain Range on the north coast of the Big Island. The two to three hour trip ends up in ocean front Kapaa Park on the northwest coast. The Wiki Wiki ride, also 21 miles, starts in Waimea Village on the northeastern part of the island and ends at the Waipio Valley Lookout, also in the northeast. Both rides are suitable for all riders. The Mauka Makai ride, which is a 40 to 55-mile trip for more experienced riders, starts at the 3500-foot level of the Kohala Mountains and descends to sea level. All three tours include bike and helmet rental, a guide, support vehicle, water, snacks and Gatorade.
Orchid Isle Bicycling
75-5614 Palani Road
Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
(808) 327-0087
orchidislebicycling.com
You may not choose to participate in the Ironman World Championship, but it is possible for you to ride the 112-mile bike route used in the race. Orchid Isle Bicycling Company offers a 6 night, 7-day cycling vacation suitable for the experienced biker that explores the Kohala and Kona Coasts. Over the course of those days, guests ride a total of 256 miles, including the 112 miles covered by the Ironman Word Championship. Bike trails will take you high up on the dormant volcanoes Mauna Kea and Hualalai from which it is possible to see the Haleakala Crater on the eastern coast of Maui. The tour includes accommodations, daily breakfast, bicycle and helmet rental, guide, support vehicle and a ready supply of water, Gatorade and snacks.
Orchid Isle Bicycling
75-5614 Palani Road
Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
(808) 327-0087
orchidislebicycling.com
It is possible to cycle around the entire island of Hawaii. The 300-plus mile tour circles the island in 4 days and is suitable for those who ride 100 miles or more per week. The tour includes 5 nights of accommodations, daily breakfast, helmet and bike rental, guide and support vehicle. Tours begin and end in Kailua-Kona and are conducted on road bikes.
Orchid Isle Bicycling
75-5614 Palani Road
Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
(808) 327-0087
orchidislebicycling.com
