Athletes HI Old Pali Road 4.4 Mile Run

Old Pali Road 4.4 Mile Run

Review: John Burns

The Mid Pacific Road Runners Club sponsored another great annual and
popular scenic run today. There were 48 finishers. The course wound
its way up a no-longer used portion of the Old Pali Road. The course
gradually got steeper and zigzagged it way to the top. Then, about a
half mile portion descended on the other side. At the turnaround and
halfway mark, everyone energetically ran the half mile back up the hill,
cheering each other along the way. They then plunged in elevation for
slightly under 2 miles down the other side to the finish line.

This is a great location to see a huge variety of tropical plants along
the entire course................that is.....if you are not one of the
many who are actually focused on winning the race, or placing in their
division. Plenty of trees provide a bounty of shade. However, running
on the old road requires caution because there are many wet areas which
are prone to the natural cultivation of slippery moss. And there are
other slippery hazards to encounter beneath your feet such as soft
yellow ripened guavas, hard and round kukui nuts, an occasional avocado,
and other miscellaneous leaves, twigs, and loose vegetation.

..............A fun and enjoyable time was had by all...................

Last Updated: September 10, 2006