The race that introduced timing chips to the local running scene is back, the Globe AyalaLand Run for Home 2010, this time bringing a running event, also for the first time, to the heart of the country’s financial capital, Ayala Center, Makati Central Business District. The firsts don’t stop there—Facebook live updates were also introduced…
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TNF100 Philippines 2010: Prep Up
This year one of the region’s toughest ultramarathon race is back, The North Face 100. For its 2010 edition it would be held in the Philippines’ summer capital, Baguio City (1,500 meters above sea level). TNF100 is not your “typical” trails—the higher elevation should pose a greater challenge. TNF100 holds a special place in my…
A Hot and Wet Weekend
Unrested but not restless—that’s my weekend. A very hot Saturday matched with a wet Sunday. Hot Saturday at Nestea Fit Camp Hot We’ve been aware of Camp Hot since its first week but we’re too preoccupied doing everything else to give it a try until last Saturday. It started with a casual online chat about…
2nd BDM Ultramarathon 102 (Part 5: Bonus Stage)
Last night the awarding ceremony and get together party of the 2010 BDM 102 was staged at the AFP Clubhouse for all event participants composed of runners, support group, marshals, etc. Sir Jovie “Baldrunner” Narcise also presented to all of us his observations and assessments of the race. 2011 BDM Next year’s BDM would introduce…
2nd BDM Ultramarathon 102 (Part 4: Conclusion)
Around 6:18AM I arrived at +Km 50 and Sam a few minutes later. We were feeling excellent for the next half ahead, but first it was time to load up some carbs and change outfits. Unfortunately there was no hot coffee there when we arrived but my ultra-support Ross got me one including a breakfast…
2nd BDM Ultramarathon 102 (Part 3: First Half)
March 6, 2010, 9AM, our team met in a parking ground in BHS for Bataan. Aside from the slow traffic that greeted us on our way to North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) everything was good and it had that “summer outing” feeling. It was somehow, especially when many of us met in the resort we were…
2nd BDM Ultramarathon 102 (Part 2: Ultra-SPF)
Aside from being physically and mentally prepared you need one more thing if you were to survive Bataan Death March Ultramarathon—support—more than just the morale but actual support vehicle and crew! Rule #2: Every runner MUST have a support vehicle This is part of a series① ② ③ ④ A year ago this would’ve been…
2nd BDM Ultramarathon 102 (Part 1: Background)
Like many Filipinos, I don’t know much about the real forced death march our forefathers went through during the Japanese occupation of the Philippines during World War II. All I know was that it was one of the darkest chapters of human history, and it should be remembered so that we are not bound to…
Dream of a Hundred and Two (in a hundred and two words)
One of the toughest ordeals I have ever faced—Bataan Death March (BDM) Ultramarathon 102—is almost here. One hundred two kilometers of roads, one hundred two kilometers of history. One of the races I dreamt of joining when I was just doing my 10Ks is finally coming true, driven by all the love and support my…
BDM Test Run 2: Recon
February 21, 2010 together with some fellow BDM participants we returned to Mariveles, Bataan to continue where we left off from our last test run. Most of the group weren’t able to join the previous test run so we started at +Km00. To BR: Sir could we request that you ease the rule about staying…
You’ve Got Mail!
An unexpected surprise came into my mail today that made my already awesome day even better: I actually forgot all about it, and I’m glad I did because now it came as a surprise. And good thing that it still holds my marathon best time. And yes, it’s laminated and it even comes with a…
Condura Run 2010: Déjà vu
Condura Run 2010 realized the vision of the Concepcion brothers of having their own marathon race. For many runners out there it was also the realization of their dreams of running their first marathon. For me I just realized that I want to run this race—no pressure, no commitment, and no target—just enjoy the ride. …
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