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From RideSmart Maui
What: One of Maui’s premier resort areas
Where: Northwest Maui, about one hour from Kahului Airport
Kapalua, loosely translated as “arms embracing the sea,” is one of Maui’s premier resort areas located at the foot of the verdant Kahalawai or West Maui mountains. Kapalua’s lovely shoreline is lined with five bays and three white-sand beaches, one of which was named “The Best Beach in America” by the University of Maryland’s Laboratory of Coastal Research.
The Kapalua Resort has miles of trails to hike, including the 3.5-mile Coastal Trail. At the ocean’s edge throughout Kapalua Resort, the coastal Trail runs north from award-winning Kapalua Bay Beach, across the sand dunes at picturesque Oneloa Bay, through The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua’s scenic grounds to popular D.T. Fleming Beach Park. the 3.5-mile trail will reach historic Honolua Bay, where the voyaging canoe Hokule‘a began its maiden voyage to Tahiti, launching the Hawaiian cultural renaissance in spring 1976, and where surfers all over the world come over to enjoy its winter swell. Please note 3.5-mile Coastal Trail is not a bike trail. You can park your bike and walk the coastal trail and amazing pictures.
On your ride, these are some places to explore-
Dragon's Teeth - Makalua-puna Point off Office Road, Kapalua
D.T. Fleming Beach Park
Oneloa Bay
Kapalua Coastal Trail (this is a walking trail) – Great opportunity to take pictures
Kapalua Plantation Course
Kapalua Resort
The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Kapalua
Montage Kapalua
Honolua Store and many more
On this 2-hour self-guided tour you will:
Enjoy the Valley Isle without worrying about parking, gas prices, or exhaust emissions. Explore the wonderful sights of the Kapalua, all from an electric-powered bike that takes the sting out of bike riding and enables the rider to experience and enjoy the changing scenery of award-winning Kapalua Bay. With an extra couple of hours, you can also enjoy the Village Walking Trail. Fun activities that the entire family can enjoy. Great opportunity to take gorgeous pictures. This activity will create an unforgettable travel experience for your entire family. To fully experience Kapalua 4-hour or full day ride is recommended.
How does the bike pickup and return work?
If you select the 8:30 am tour, you can pick up the bike at 8:30 am. The total time allocated for the self-guided tours is 2 hours. Bikes must be returned by 10:30 am. If you select the 1:30 pm tour, you can pick up the bike at 1:30 pm. The total time allocated for the self-guided tours is 2 hours. Bikes must be returned by 3:30 pm.
If you would like to explore Kapalua more we recommend purchasing additional E-bike rental hours.
What’s included? A scenic map, helmet, bike lock, an Electric Bike, and special breakfast/lunch coupons by participating restaurants.
What Is Not Included?
Food and beverages are not included. For your convenience, we offer special discounts with participating restaurants.
What is an e-bike rescue and what is covered?
Bike rescue is a type of insurance you can add on when making your purchase. The $10 bike rescue fee covers: flat tires and electronics failures within a 7.5-mile radius of West Maui. Taking the bike north of Honolua Bay or south of Olowalu is considered OUTSIDE the West Maui boundaries and is not included. Please keep in mind: the bike rescue insurance must be purchased BEFORE your ride. If you encounter an issue outside a 7.5-mile radius, an additional fee will be charged based on the distance. Flat tires with Kiawes are very common on Maui, having a bike brought to you is well worth the investment of $10 per occurrence. If the bike runs out of battery charge outside the West Maui boundaries, it is not covered under bike rescue. Please refer to better energy saving tips. Adding Bike rescue to your reservation is highly recommended.
How long will the battery last?
Typically, you can expect non-premium e-bikes to last between 12 - 30 miles on a single charge, and premium e-bikes to last between 30 - 60 miles. This will depend on the weight of the rider, how the bike gear system is used by the rider, the amount of pedal assistance used, the type of bike and the type of terrain (hilly vs. non-hilly). To attain the maximum range, make sure to use the gear system and apply a lower level of pedal assist. Especially when going uphill, make sure you are on a lower gear. If you run out of battery, the beauty is you will still be able to pedal and use gears and ride like a regular bike. If you are using a bike for more than a day, we recommend charging the battery each night, as it may take several hours to get to a full charge. We will show you how to remove and charge the battery during your orientation. If you are renting bikes for longer range and riding towards the north side of West Maui, employ energy saving techniques.
Do you have any other important recommendations before my ride?
We will be sending you links to resources: Exploring Maui by Bike, route ideas, e-bike rental tips, and a pre-programmed route's app. Please review them and make sure to have the pre-programmed routes app downloaded before your ride. These resources will help obtain the best overall experience. Early reservations are encouraged to avoid disappointments. On the day of the rental it is very important to pay close attention to e-bike orientation and learn battery energy saving techniques, understand rules of the road, wear a helmet during your ride, and keep your bike safe by locking it when not riding.
Bike Sizing Chart
Beginner Riders please consider the following:
Ask for an evaluation test ride before renting the e-bike. Being able to properly balance, get on, get off a bike and ride making controlled tight turns under your own power as well as pedal assist is critical.
If you are not confident following your evaluation test ride either cancel before the 24 hours or switch to a tandem bike. You can also rent an e-bike for 2 hours to practice before the group ride to get comfortable.
Rent a Tandem bike (2 people on one bike) utilizing an experienced rider as the lead rider.
Hire a guide to take you on a tandem.
Head south on HI-30 E
Turn right toward Kekaa Dr
Restricted usage road for 128 ft
Turn left at the 1st cross street onto Kekaa Dr
Destination will be on the left
Head North on HI-30 W for 3.6 mi
Turn left toward Kekaa Dr for 197 ft
Turn left at the 1st cross street onto Kekaa Dr
Destination will be on the left
2530 Kekaa Dr, Lahaina, HI 96761
Need assistance, please call us at 808-633-8553
