HELL OF THE MARIANAS CENTURY CYCLE ON DEC. 6, 2025
Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands (NMI) – The Hell of the Marianas, one of the toughest cycling events in the Pacific region, returns to Saipan on December 6, 2025. This gruelling road race attracts cyclists from around the world to take on the island’s challenging terrain.
“The Marianas Visitors Authority (MVA) is pleased to welcome the partnership of the Saipan Unity Lions Club in organizing this year’s Hell of the Marianas,” said MVA Managing Director Jamika R. Taijeron. “The Saipan Unity Lions Club has hosted and organized many bike races in Saipan over the years, bringing over a decade of race coordination to our MVA signature event. We are excited to have their team and expertise on board in organizing and delivering another great Hell of the Marianas for local, regional, and international participants.”
In 2024, Hell of the Marianas attracted 160 registrants from 10 countries and territories. In the Professional Division 100K, Ryo Inoue of Japan crossed the finish line first in 3:08:34. Topping the Women’s Division on the long course was Miso Kim of South Korea, finishing in 3:29:28.
“We are grateful for the opportunity to partner with the MVA on this important race in support of tourism and our local biking community,” said Saipan Unity Lions Club President Angelica Lastimado. “Every year, our primary club fundraising activity has been a bike race, with all proceeds going directly back into our many community projects. Drawing from our experience with other races we organize throughout the year, we are happy to help bring together all bikers for another well-executed Hell of the Marianas in December.”
Registration details will be announced soon at www.hellofthemarianas.com.
The Hell of the Marianas features a 100-kilometer course that winds through Saipan’s 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.
For more information, contact Hell of the Marianas Event Director Jay Diyco at [email protected]
Ocean, sky, and green hills frame a biker on the course for Hell of The Marianas century cycle in December 2024 in Saipan, The Marianas. Registration will open shortly for this year’s Hell of The Marianas slated for Dec. 6, 2025, to be jointly organized by the Marianas Visitors Authority and Saipan Unity Lions Club.
The Marianas is an archipelago of 14 islands - including Saipan, Tinian, and Rota - in the Western Pacific. The Marianas are home to indigenous Chamorro and Carolinian people, as well as over 20 different ethnicities from around the world who live and work in this harmonious tropical paradise. Ancient latte stone limestone monoliths, traditional nature-based ocean navigation not reliant on modern technology, and a culture seasoned by East and West influences are just a few of the experiences found in The Marianas, where pristine sea, sand, and skies are only a 3–4-hour flight from major Asian gateway cities. From Korea Republic, Jeju Air and T’Way provide direct flights to Saipan from Seoul-Incheon. United Airlines flies three times a week from Tokyo-Narita, Japan, and daily from Guam. Hong Kong Airlines flies twice weekly from Hong Kong, China. Interisland travel between Saipan, Tinian, and Rota is provided by Star Marianas Air. For more information on The Marianas, visit www.mymarianas.com, Facebook/VisitTheMarianas, or Instagram @themarianas.