Races

Go Big 100

Volcano to Kona, HawaiiDecember

Volcano Village to Kailua-Kona. One hundred miles of Big Island pavement. Five thousand up, nine thousand down. Crew and drops are on you.

100 mi+5,000 ft-9,000 ft48 hoursSea level to 4,000 fttech 2/10Self/crewVolcano to Konapavement island tourself-supportedDecember
Distance100 mi
Gain+5,000 ft
Loss-9,000 ft
AltitudeSea level to 4,000 ft
Technicality2/10
Air60°F to 85°F
Gradient profile
  • Start3,911 ft
  • High12,137 ft
  • Low92 ft
  • Finish92 ft

The cruxDescent from Volcano toward Kona in afternoon heat

Course DNA

The Course

Point-to-point from Volcano area to Kailua-Kona on 100 percent pavement. Five thousand feet gain, nine thousand feet loss. Rolling hills through Hawaii Island farm and coastal roads. Separate from the 260-mile Hilo loop course.

The Work

Road ultra pacing in heat and humidity. Net downhill but not easy. Self-supported logistics across the island. Prior 100-mile finish within 24 months recommended.

Kit

Road shoes. Full crew vehicle with island drop bags. Sun protection. Hydration for long stretches without services.

Race Day

Firm 48-hour cutoff. Finish at 48:01 is not official. Cooper Center Volcano start 6:00 am December 31. Proceeds benefit Hawaii Wildlife Fund.

Results

Go Big 100 finish lines.

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