This route covered the other side of the Volcano, the East side of the island. The starting point was where the newest lava from the Volcano flow through. After a short Cat-4 climb, we went back down to the sea level and rode along the coastline. Then detour to the intersection of Hwy 132 and 137 and back to the geothermal hot pond/tidal pool in Ahalanui Park for a refreshing after-ride dip in the pool. I was able to see tropical fishes swimming in it. Next the van took us to Hilo, the big town on the East side where the government is located and we had dinner at Hilo Bay Cafe, which has a good view of the beautiful bay. The seafood curry I had was delicious too. So was the cheesecake. Then the van drove us back to the Hapuna Prince hotel along the North East and North coast in counter-clockwise fashion and thus complete the circumnavigation of the whole island! This was also the last day of riding with Alex and the group. It was so hard to say goodbye :(
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| At the Hilo Bay Cafe |
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