{"id":425184,"date":"2024-11-22T14:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-11-22T14:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.saipantribune.com\/?p=425184"},"modified":"-0001-11-30T00:00:00","modified_gmt":"-0001-11-29T14:00:00","slug":"Miso-Kim-looks-forward-to-Hell-of-the-Marianas-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.saipantribune.com\/index.php\/Miso-Kim-looks-forward-to-Hell-of-the-Marianas-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"Miso Kim looks forward to Hell of the Marianas 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"

Miso Kim of South Korea, the top finisher in the women\u2019s division of last year\u2019s Hell of the Marianas, is returning to Saipan next month for the grueling century cycle with her eye on another first place finish.<\/p>\n

\u201cI really want to win again this year,\u201d said Kim. \u201cEarlier this month, I won the women\u2019s category at a four-day event in Korea, which I believe was excellent training for Hell of The Marianas coming up in about a month. I\u2019ll keep preparing hard in the remaining time.\u201d<\/p>\n

One of the toughest cycling events in the Pacific region is set to return to The Marianas on Dec. 7, 2024, with the early bird registration deadline fast approaching on Saturday, Nov. 23. Last year the race attracted nearly 200 bikers from six countries and territories, taking on the challenging course under cooler but cloudy skies.<\/p>\n

\u201cLast year, it rained during the race, and I had a slip in the downhill and corner sections,\u201d said Kim. \u201cThis year, I\u2019ll focus on safety, especially on the downhills, and hope for clear weather this time.\u201d<\/p>\n

The Hell of the Marianas features a 100-kilometer course that winds its way through Saipan\u2019s hills, valleys, and scenic byways. Participants must navigate 4,900 feet of ascents, including steep climbs and fast descents, making it a true test of endurance and skill. The event is open to both amateur and professional riders.<\/p>\n

In addition to the course, Kim says one of her most memorable moments came after the finish line.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe after-party following the race really stood out to me,\u201d she said. \u201cIn Korea, races typically end with a simple awards ceremony at the venue and then wrap up. However, at Hell of The Marianas, we gathered in the evening after the race to look back at photos taken during the event and celebrate on the podium in various categories, which allowed many people to be recognized and congratulate each other. Last year, many Korean riders made it to the podium, which made me proud.\u201d<\/p>\n

Registration is open at www.hellofthemarianas.com. Prizes will be awarded to winners in various categories. Participants will also receive a race T-shirt and entry to the awards banquet.<\/p>\n

\u201cHell of The Marianas is an important event for tourism and our local cycling community,\u201d said MVA Community Projects manager Martin Duenas. \u201cWe invite the community to take a moment along the course to cheer for our bikers, and we thank our many sponsors and supporting agencies for their support, including Department of Public Safety, Department of Public Works, Department of Fire and Emergency Medical Services, and Parks and Recreation.\u201d<\/p>\n

For more information, contact NMI Cycling Federation President Vince Seman at nmicycling@gmail.com<\/a>. (PR)<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Cyclists take on the challenge of Hell of The Marianas 2023 on Dec. 2, 2023. Registration is now open at www.helloftheMarianas.com and the early bird deadline is Nov. 23, 2024, for the race\u2014featuring 100K and 50K courses \u2014which returns on Dec. 7, 2024, and is organized by the Marianas Visitors Authority and Northern Mariana Islands Cycling Federation.<\/p>\n

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