12.03.11 - Run Walk 'N Roll

click the picture to see a larger view...

01.22.12 - TIMEX RUN 2012

Adidas King of the Road Race Results and Discussions

Astig ba? Made you look.... hehehehe


Sorry, this was made in jest... If you don't  know yet. There's a COPY & PASTE website that has been up for long time.

Medyo di nakakatuwa dahil gusto lang tumaas ang kanyang hits eh gagawa ng 3 posts about the same item.

Gusto nyo ng clue? IGMG... =D

11.12.11 - Garfield's Runner's Cup

Got an e-mail from the Garfield Team of their fun run event...

Garfield Apparel believes in the importance of health, fitness, and wholesome bonding within the Filipino family. In line with the objective of developing a new experience for runners, comes Garfield’s Runner’s Cup this November 12, 2011 at Manila Ocean Park!

“We wanted to create a new dimension, and transform the usual fun run event. Expect a different kind of run. Expect a journey of fun-filled memories and experience catered for the whole family,” says Garfield Apparel Marketing Manager Kyle Ong.

Garfield and other cartoons will be joining the race. Not only that, but also well-loved Garfield apparel celebrity stars such as Mutya Orquia, Louise Abuel (100 days to Heaven), Clarence and Brenna (Star Circle Quest Grand Winners) and many more will be joining their fans during the run. To close the event, there would be a 2-hour culminating activity, the Garfield Zone. This includes a concert, food fest, fun games and activities, freebies and many more. There is something for everyone!

More than an enjoyable experience, participants will also be able to lend a hand to the community, because proceeds from this event would go to a children charity organization.

The registration for Garfield Runner’s Cup starts on September 20 onwards at the following Chris Sports branches: SM North Edsa The Annex, SM Megamall, SM Mall of Asia, and Festival Supermall; and October 10 onwards at ROX Bonifacio High Street. Registration period is until November 10. Garfield Runner’s Cup would accept limited runners for the safety of the participants. Registration fees and categories as follows:

Route map:

Race kit includes a commemorative Singlet, a Race bib, Discounts from sponsors, a Goodie Bag and a ticket to the Garfield Zone after the race.

For more information, please visit www.facebook.com/GarfieldRunnersCup or contact us at garfieldrun@yahoo.com or 09175746323 / 09239347332.

12.10.11 - 2nd CORREGIDOR International Half-Marathon

Ganda ba? Join na! =D

The Corregidor International Half-Marathon (CIHM) now on its 2nd year is set to fire-off on December 10, 2011. Beginning this year, CIHM will be held annually every 2nd weekend of December.

Slots will be limited to not more than 800 runners, so register early.

2011 CIHM Race singlet

Registration fee:
- Regular rate - P2,500.00 (until Nov 20)
- Late registration - P3,000.00 (Nov 21 to Dec 4)

Optionals:
- Carbo-Loading Dinner - P250 (Dec 9, Friday night)
- Limited Edition CIHM Jacket - P750
- iTab on the Finisher's Medal, name and finish time engraved - P150

2011 CIHM Race sling bag

Inclusions:
- Roundtrip ferry to and from Corregidor
- Full lunch buffet on race day
- Race bib w/ RFID timing chip
- 2011 CIHM Race singlet
- 2011 CIHM Race sling bag
- 2011 CIHM Finisher's Medallion (or a 10K Achiever Medal)
- R.O.X. Runners' Briefing (Dec 3 and 4)

Limited Edition CIHM Jacket

- 2011 CIHM Champion Party featuring a top band back-to-back with a rave party (Dec 10, Saturday night)
- 2011 CIHM Finisher's Certificate

Registration facility:
- On-line - www.corregidor21.runningmate.ph
- Manual (late registration) - R.O.X. BHS, Nov 21 to Dec 4, 1pm to 8pm

11.13.11 - Rain 4 Africa 2011

We are raising awareness and channeling donations to East Africa, which is now facing the worst famine crisis in 20 years. All proceeds and donations made during the run will go straight to the World Food Programme's initiatives.

Wear a bright shirt in solidarity with our brothers and sisters in Africa.
For 3k runners, wear orange; 5k runners, wear green; and 10k runners, wear blue.

If you dont have this color, it's okay... just wear something bright in color.

For more information, call 836-2514 or visit www.alifelinetoafrica.org.

REGISTRATION PARTNERS
CHRIS SPORTS
SM North Annex (3rd Floor), SM Megamall (Bldg. B, 2nd Floor), Glorietta 3 (2nd Floor), Mall of Asia (2nd Floor), Market! Market! (4th Floor), Festival Supermall (3rd Floor), SM Sta Rosa, Laguna

LIFELINE FOUNDATION HEADQUARTERS
86 Aguirre Ave., BF Homes, Parañaque City

GUHIT KAMAY
G/F Cinema Area Alabang Town Center, Zapote Rd., Alabang, Muntinlupa City

REEBOK
2F Festival Supermall, Filinvest Corporate Ave, Alabang, Muntinlupa City

Reklamador-to-door

"Pare, hassle yung pagkuha ng race-kit pare dun sa ang hirap puntahan na location pare... yun driver ko pare pinapunta ko pare, tapos di binigay race-kit ko pare, kailangan daw ng authorization letter pare, bolshoi pare... 
tapos online ito pare eh.. dapat may nag-deliver na lang pare...
tapos di sinunod yun 10AM pare... ginawang 12PM pare... bad trip pare. I did not take my vitamins pa naman pare. And my yaya, she got mad pare... nabastos dun sa claiming area pare... maygaaadddd..."

Are you drugs??? Kung ano mang brand ng katol yang tinitira mo eh pakitigilan na at nagkukulang na ang oxygen sa iyong utak.

Senysa na... Wala ako kinakampihan dito. Kaso, nakakasawa na makabasa at makarinig ng mga reklamo.

Eto tip ko teh...

1. Una... tigilan na ang paghithit ng katol!
2. Magbasa! Magbasa lalo na sa mga official website. Dahil sa official website mo makikita ang maliliit na detalye... (eto nakalagay sa official website ---> *For those who are unable to personally collect their Race Entry Pack, please fill out and print the letter of authorization. Your representative must show this form along with a copy of your Confirmation Slip). Mahirap intindihin? Ayaw mo maniwala? Pwet, este pwes ikaw na ang tumingin dito --> http://runrio.com/2011/09/nike-we-run-manila-10k-2011/
3. Huwag! Huwag basta maniniwala lalo na sa mga sites na nangongopya lang. Malamang sa hinde eh, hindi nakapag-update yun site na pinupuntahan nyo nun biglang nag-adjust ng oras ang organizer.
4. Kung! Kung nakapag-register na. Huwag masyadong atat!!! Dahil malamang sa hinde, eh meron pa na mas atat sa iyo.
5. Kung ulet! Kung may pila. Pumila ng maayos.
6. Kung na naman! Kung may reklamo... umayos sa pakikipag-usap sa tamang kinauukulan. Hindi yung magtatatalak at  magrereklamo sa hangin. Ang root word ay "ayos". Kung ayos kang kausap, eh kakausapin ka din ng ayos. 
7. IF! Para maiba naman.. If nakuha mo na ang Race Kit at medyo madami ang  tao sa claiming area, eh umalis ka na at nakakasikip ka lang. Tambay ka muna sa istarbaks, para nerbiyusin ng konti.

Opinyon ko lang...
Although nag-release ng change of time regarding sa claiming ng kits, sana di na lang binago yung oras. Dahil madaming hindi nagbabasa or malamang walang kaibigang nakapagsabi at nag-pa-alala na nag-palit ng oras. 

Or wala lang talagang kaibigan, period.

"Eh hindi pare eh...." 

Humihithit pa din!

(imahe ay galing dito --> http://www.blogger.com/profile/07020422699746467149 )

11.20.11 - Nathan Ridge Run

A breathtaking view of nature overlooking the lush greeneries of Tagaytay, an uphill road course through rolling hills, and never-before-opened running areas set the Nathan Ridge Run apart from your common fun run.

Slated for November 20th at the Tagaytay Highlands, the race is organized by renowned multi-sport accessory brand Nathan Performance Gear (Nathan), who will challenge Filipino runners in a unique test of athleticism, endurance and environmental advocacy.

Nathan will provide participants access to previously off-limits tracks, resulting in a fresh, challenging and steep uphill road course meant to push the limits of each runner. While in the venue, runners can also take advantage of several exclusive perks, including access to some of Highlands’ amenities and discounts.

The Nathan Ridge Run features three race divisions for the beginner to the elite with its 5K, 10K and 21K road distances. Runners are set to get their hearts racing for health and for nature. Beginners can hone their craft and endurance, while veteran athletes can improve their level of game.

Nathan Quickdraw Plus

In the spirit of greener practices, the use of environmentally harmful plastic cups will be ditched in favor of free Nathan handheld sports bottles included in the race kit or the racers’ own hydration gear. Runners can use innovative bottles such as the Nathan Quickdraw Plus, which provides them easy access to hydration while on-the-go.

Nathan Sprint

Runners can park, refill, hydrate and go for gold. Simple and efficient, the Quickdraw Plus is best for keeping dehydration at bay; no need to wait until the next check point to replenish, and no need to use harmful disposables.

Instead of the typical water stations you see in most city races, where plastic cups are lined up for the taking and disposed of as soon as runners are sufficiently hydrated, Nathan will be setting up conveniently placed refilling stations in different points of the road.

To Register, please visit R.O.X, Toby's, Runnr, Secondwind

Race fees and inclusions:
5K - P850 (singlet, Nathan Sprint handheld, post-race meal)
10K & 21K - P1,050 (singlet, Nathan Quickdraw Plus handheld, post-race meal)

Transportation hassle? Just add P350 for a bus seat reservation

Race starts at 5:30AM 
For inquiries, email nathan.philippines@ymail.com

May Nagtanong Ulet!!!

Biglaan lang na may nagtanong kagabi...

"Mga bata ba yung nasa blog header mo? Parang hindi naman  ah..."

Very nice, meron na naman ako ilalagay sa blog ko... hehehhee 

Dito siguro nag-ugat ang tanong na yan... May Nag E-Mail!!! 

Eto po ang kabuuan ng picture ng blog header.

Kayo na po mag-husga kung mga bata ito o hinde...

Sya nga pala... Salamat kay Mrs sa tanong! =D

(imahe, hinugot dito -> http://ginormasource.com/kids/kids-running-on-the-beach-windows-background)

11.13.11 - Men's Health Urbanathlon & Festival 2011

Do you have what it takes to be an Urbanathlete? Get ready as Men’s Health Philippines brings you its most awaited race event ― the Men’s Health Urbanathlon & Festival 2011. As Men’s Health magazine’s international signature event, the Urbanathlon features urban obstacles like hurdles, a scaffolding maze and an 8-foot wall among others along the race course, making it a race unlike any other.

Now on its fifth year, the Men’s Health Urbanathlon & Festival 2011 is happening on November 13, Sunday at Bonifacio Global City. The race promises to test not just one’s speed and endurance, but also one’s strength, balance, agility and flexibility.

Register for the 5K, 10K, and 15K categories and get a three-month subscription to Men’s Health magazine. All finishers will get finishers medals with the 2011 Urbanathlon ID lanyard. Registration is until October 16 only. For registration details, grab a copy of the October issue of Men’s Health or visit Facebook.com/menshealthphilippines.

Mizuno Wave Prophecy

Last July 29, 2011, I was one of the few lucky runner/bloggers who got a free pair of the new Mizuno Wave Prophecy.

SRP Php 8,995

I've already ran a 21K with it last Aug 21 during Run United 2.

My initial verdict after the race... "HEAVY"

Well, it was my first time to use the shoe in a race. I'll give it maybe 2-3 more 21K race and a 50K distance before I give my unbiased review.

UPDATE:
Sept 10, 2011
I don't know if it's just me. I used the shoe to stroll at the mall. And upon reaching home, I felt pain on my lower-right hip. I felt the same pain after I ran last Aug 21. But then again, I was thinking that maybe I should break-in the shoe much longer.

Sept 14, 2011
Ran 3K with the Mizuno Wave Prophecy. Again, I felt pain on my lower-right hip.

Now I'm thinking if I should continue using it...

Oct 2, 2011
Ran almost 4K under the rain with the Mizuno Wave Prophecy in BGC area with Master Cindy.
Ran without socks. Paranoid at the start, and was trying to feel if pain will appear. And thank God, I did not feel any.

I'll try to run a little longer with it... baby steps.. baby steps...

Nike WE RUN MANILA 10K Race Pack Collection & Update

Dear All,

Please be guided that the Race Pack Collection for Nike WE RUN MANILA 10K will happen on October 11-13, 2011, 12pm to 9pm, in front of Nike Park in Bonifacio High Street, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City.

Please bring your ID and confirmation slip when claiming your Race Entry Pack.

For those who could not personally collect their Race Entry Pack, please download and fill in this letter of authorization. Your representative must show this form along with a copy of your Confirmation Slip.

Ang nagpo-pormal-pormalan,

Rod.Runner

---------------------------------------------

And for last minute updates about the race...

Bib number of participants will be printed on each race tee. So please don't wear any other singlet on this race or you might not be allowed to participate.

Race Map/Route: Start and end points at 34th Street in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig

Paalam Chief!

“Here’s to the crazy ones, the misfits, the rebels, the troublemakers, the round pegs in the square holes… the ones who see things differently — they’re not fond of rules… You can quote them, disagree with them, glorify or vilify them, but the only thing you can’t do is ignore them because they change things… they push the human race forward, and while some may see them as the crazy ones, we see genius, because the ones who are crazy enough to think that they can change the world, are the ones who do.” - Steve Jobs

(imahe, hinugot dito -> http://www.macstories.net/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/SteveJobs.png)

adidas KOTR 2011 Kick-Off Advisory

Got this e-mail from Isa Sevilla of GREEN BULB PR...
please take time to read this, pinagpaguran ito. Please... (hehehehe)

 -----------------------------------------------------

adidas would like to remind you that the KOTR 2011 Kick-Off is this coming Monday to Wednesday, October 10-12 from 11am to 11pm at the NBC Tent at the Fort Bonifacio Global City.

Come collect your race pack during this time. Do note that it is mandatory to collect your race pack in order to participate in the race. There are running clinics, talks for runners, selling and sampling booths, games, and raffle, so we encourage all participants to drop by. The KOTR 2011 Kick-off is open to the public so please feel free to bring family and friends.

Read on to ensure smooth race pack collection. 

 

The adidas Race Pack consists of the ff:

1. KOTR 2011 Tote Bag
2. KOTR 2011 Singlet
3. Race Bib
4. KOTR 2011 Timing Device
5. Freebies from Sponsors

Collecting race pack for yourself:

Find the lane for your category, fall in line, and present your KOTR confirmation letter and the valid ID that you used for the registration. No requirements or incomplete requirements, no race pack.

Collecting through a representative:

Should you be unable to collect your race pack personally, you may allow someone else to collect on your behalf. A representative should present an ID, authorization letter issued by you, attached with your (participant) KOTR confirmation letter, and a photocopy of the ID you used for registration. No requirements or incomplete requirements, no race pack. Representative should locate the lane for your category and queue accordingly.

Collecting bulk race packs:

For group race pack collection, please double check to have all your requirements intact. Please bring authorization letter, attached with the corresponding KOTR confirmation letter, and photocopy of each valid ID used for registration, strictly for each participant whose race pack is being collected for. Find the lane for bulk collection and queue accordingly. No requirements or incomplete requirements, no race pack.

Collecting for minors:

Minors (participants below 18 years old by 23 October), please present your confirmation email, and the valid ID that you used for registration. Please take note that a signed Parental Consent and Indemnity Agreement, and a photocopy of ID of the parent/guardian are required as well.

If you are outside Metro Manila:

All participants from the provinces and overseas who are unavailable for the Kick-Off may claim their race packs on the race day at the Bonifacio Global City on Sunday, October 23, 2011 from 3am-4am only. Please present your KOTR confirmation letter and valid ID used for registration. No requirements or incomplete requirements, no race pack.

If you registered through Free Run Promo:

Please expect delivery of your race pack on or before Oct 21. Come down to NBC Tent to participate in the side events at the Kick-Off, too.

* adidas Reserves the right to amend all of the above stated at its discretion. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/adidasPhilippines.

-----------------------------------------------------

Add ko lang... parang nakalimutan nila ipaalala eh...

No requirements or incomplete requirements, no race pack.

Paulit-ulit, paulit-ulit! Unli? Hehehehe

May Nag E-Mail!!!

I received an interesting e-mail inquiry...

"Boss, kung ikaw si Rod Runner. Bakit ang blog header mo ay mga batang tumatakbo sa tubig? Di ba dapat sa Road?"


Good observation! Talagang binasag mo bungo mo para lang dyan ha! 

Pero, oo nga ano... bakit nga ba?

Well... Sa mga hindi po nakaka-alam (ats if, este as if may iba pang interesado malaman bukod kay koya), lumaki po ako malapit sa dagat (Manila Bay, Roxas Blvd). Ang aking lolo ay isang mangingisda. At ayon sa aking Nanay, sanggol pa lang ako ay madalas na ako isama ng aking lolo sa dagat tuwing sya ay papa-laot upang mangisda.

Noon, madalas din ako maglaro sa tabing dagat kasama ng aking mga kaibigan kapag walang pasok sa eskwelahan. Wala pa yang Macapagal Blvd... wala pa yang Coastal Road. Maitim nga lang ang buhangin sa Manila Bay, pero napakalinaw ng tubig. Makikita mo ang mga maliliit na isda at mga pana-pana (sea urchins) na nagkalat.

Ayan koya, napahaba tuloy. Sana nasagot ko katanungan mo.

Teka, baka may magtanong kung marunong ako lumangoy. Opo, marunong ako lumangoy. Pero sabi nga ng isang kaibigan sa takbo nun nakita ako lumangoy sa pool, langoy-dagat daw ang alam ko. 


Di ko alam na meron palang langoy-swimming pool... :p

Tissue Please!

I don't have a bike. Dropped the idea of buying at least for now, when I learned that the price of a brand new (even decent second-hand) bike actually costs much more than my 2nd hand car.

But I do know how to ride one. Malakas daw ang loob ko, sabi ng tatay ko. I learned to bike when I was still in pre-school. And this is without the aid of trainers. At an early age I learned what to do and what not to do when biking. Road etiquette? Syempre naman...

1. Stay in your lane.
2. Don't compete with cars.
3. Keep right.
4. Signal when changing lanes.
5. Never do sudden stops.
and the list goes on and on and on...

How about blowing your nose while biking? Well, I'd probably slow down and go to the sides to do my business. Same goes to blowing your nose while running, just that I look at my back, then left & right, when clear, then I do my business.

But how about blowing your nose while doing a 30k Bike Criterium Race? It's either I slow down a bit and go back of the pack, then do my business. Or better yet, go to the sides and aim at unknowing bystanders. Just like what this guy did.

nakataas na ang kanang-kamay at naghahanda na suminga!

I was at the corner of 7th & 26th ave at the BGC area with my team mates to watch and take pictures of the criterium event. I saw this biker suddenly making his way to the sides. I aimed my camera and took the shot. Then I heard him blow his nose in front of us.

Huli ka!!!

Sabi ng tatay ko... "Sa iyo ang bike... pero di mo pag-a-ari ang kalsada"

Sa haba ng kalsada na walang tao sa tabi, dun mo pa napiling suminga? Ayos!

Run United 3 In-Store Registration (MOVED)

Got an e-mail from RunRio team that the In-Store Registration will be moved from October 3, 2011 to October 7, 2011.

Online registration will still open on October 3, 2011.

Please see RunRio's official statement below...

Dear Runners,

Due to the unfavorable conditions that the recent Typhoon Pedring brought to the country, the scheduled delivery and receipt of the official RunRio Trilogy Leg 3: Run United 3 2011 singlets were not met. Due to this delay, RunRio decided to move the In-Store Registration to October 7, Friday to ensure that runners will be able to bring with them a complete race kit upon registration.

Online Registration on the other hand, will still open as scheduled on Monday, October 3, 2011.
Thank you very much for your kind understanding. We look forward to your participation in the upcoming Run United 3 2011.

Warm Regards,
The Runrio Team

ADOBO RUN After Dark

adobo Magazine and Crush Communications presents a unique run that will be happening on the night of October 29, 2011 at the Aseana Business Park, Bay City, Pasay-Paranaque (near MOA).

"adobo Run After Dark 2011 is a fantasy-themed run for an estimated 5,000 runners. This electrifying, one-of-a-kind event kicks off the Halloween-All Saints'-All Souls' Day long weekend. After last year's initial adobo Run After Dark, the organizers are ready to mount the 2nd edition with more pizzazz and surprises. There will be an after-run party with live music, free flowing beer, a sideline bazaar, spectacular performers (samba percussionists, poi dancers, fire breathers, carnival queens), fireworks display, dazzling lights show, and fantasy costumes." - adobo Run after dark (Fact Sheet)

Race Categories are 3K (Costume Run), 5K and 15K.
Race Assembly will start at 7:00PM.

This race will have a unique gun time/start as runners for the shorter distance will start first before having the longer distance run their race. The race for 3K will start at 8:00PM, followed by the 5K runners at 8:20PM (3K runners are expected to be finished at this time), then at 9:00PM, the 15K runners will follow.

How To Register:

• Oct 3 to 23, 2011 at Runnr Trinoma, Toby's EDSA Shangri-la, ROX BGC.
• Sep 1 to Oct 23, 2011 for On-line registration (www.adoborun.runningmate.ph)

Registration fee is P750
Note: registration may end earlier and is subject to race slot availability

Race Maps:


Inclusions:
Race singlet, Runningmate Timing Chip, Bib Number, Finisherʼs Certificate, Loot Bag, Party Stub, Finisherʼs Medal (for top 500 15k & 5k runners, respectively)

the 4 stripes at the back of the singlets are reflectors.

Top finishers for each category will get the following:


Eto malupet... the best in costume will get P 10,000.00!!!

For more details, you can log-on to www.adobomagazine.com/adoborun, or email them at adoborun@yahoo.com, or contact them at 0905-3861076