HONOLULU (07-Dec) — With two Olympic medals and eight appearances in global championships finals on his running resume, Nick Willis is ready to check off some of his last boxes. At 34-years-old, Willis admits that the end of his career is near, but he’s still aiming for the next challenge. On Thursday morning at the Outrigger Reef On The Beach Hotel, Willis shared his goals…

HONOLULU (07-Dec) — The second annual Kalakaua Merrie Mile, scheduled for Saturday morning here on Kalakaua Avenue adjacent to Waikiki Beach, features a gender challenge with a twist.  The elite women will receive a 26-second head start over the elite men, then prize money will be paid by the overall order of finish, regardless of gender: USD 3500-1500-1000. At last year’s inaugural race, the women…

Participants of the Kalakaua Merrie Mile can park at the International Market Place lot for only $2 between 6am – 9am. Entrance at Kuhio Avenue and Walina Street. On your way home after the Merrie Mile, stay for a delicious breakfast at The Street. The Street is Chef Michael Mina’s new gourmet food hall on the ground floor of the International Market Place (next to Saks 5th…

Professional road mile racing returns to Waikiki at the second annual Kalakaua Merrie Mile on December 9. The field includes Edward Cheserek, USA  and Nick Willis representing New Zealand. Edward Cheserek’s 3:52.01 is the NCAA indoor mile record; his 17 NCAA titles is an NCAA record.  The Merrie Mile will be his second road mile and third professional road race.  He was 16th in his…