Start line was at the Maui Ocean Center, with plenty of parking for runners. Conditions were perfect for a fast pace, about 65 degrees before sunrise with virtually no wind. The half marathoners started at 6:30am, while the 10k started at 7:00am. The course itself was well marked with cones, maintaining separation from traffic.

Before starting, the race director gave clear instructions for the course and turnaround point. A local singer sang the national anthem, and we were off running after a countdown to start. The first mile and a half was a gradual uphill, then downhill for about a mile and half to the turnaround. There was an aid station at 1 mile, turnaround point, and 5 mile mark. After turning around, the climb from miles 3 to 4 was quite challenging but manageable with a steady pace. The last mile and a half was downhill to the finish, quite fast!

I was a little disappointed that the 10k only measured 5.5 miles on my GPS but it may have just been an error with the turnaround point location. The post race food was great, with Clif Bars, Kind bars, fruit, and pastries. Marty Dread played music and prizes were handed out for 1st three finishers overall and the top three in each age group.