Review: BDM 160 & 102 Ultras’ Rules & Regulations

On January 16, 2014January 17, 2014 By kingofpotsIn Insights, Jogging, Races, Running, Sports Program, Ultramarathon5 Comments

Rule # 1: “Cheaters” Are Automatically Disqualified
As a Race Director & Runner-Competitor in the 1st BDM 102, I was a witness to cases of cheating acts of runners during the race. I know these runners but I have not exposed them in my report/blog but for the succeeding editions of this race, I will be more strict on this rule & regulation. Hence, this is the most important Rule of this Race.

If there is a single doubt or information that a runner had cheated during the race, the runner will be immediately disqualified and removed from the race. Henceforth, the runner will be permanently banned to join/participate in this race, even as a driver, support crew or volunteer.
Cheaters will be exposed in my blog @ Bald Runner and at the official website of Bataan 102.
Let us maintain the Integrity of this race.

Rule # 2: Every Runner Must Have A Support Vehicle
Every runner in the race must have his/her dedicated support vehicle. The support vehicle must be a Car, MiniVan, SUV, or pick-up Car. However, for those who do not have the resources to rent a vehicle or have their own, we will allow two runners up to three runners for a single support vehicle or Van.

One runner could not exceed one vehicle as his/her support vehicle.

Runner should submit to the Secretariat the Vehicle Brand, Model, Color, and Plate Number.

We will not allow two-tired vehicles, like motorcycles and bicycles as support vehicles.

The support vehicles MUST “leapfrog” the runner at all times. The driver of the support vehicle must see to it that the vehicle must “leapfrog” at least one kilometer or more in length ahead of the runner. Runners may not be “shadowed” (driving a vehicle at the runner’s speed) and vehicles must not “caravan” (drive together, like a train, at any speed). Driving may never be at the speed of the runner. Driving must be done at the speed of traffic, never slowing down to encourage, talk to, or lend assistance to any runner while moving. All assistance must be provided by pedestrian crew members; handing off supplies from the moving vehicle is never allowed.

Vehicles must be parked completely off the road surface whenever they are stopped. WHEN STOPPING/PARKING, VEHICLES MAY NOT STOP ON THE LEFT SIDE OF THE ROAD. ALL STOPPING/PARKING MUST BE ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE ROAD, OFF THE ROADWAY.

All support vehicles must have their headlights ON whenever the engine is running and throughout the route during the race.

The Race Director will provide the appropriate signages for the support vehicle stating “CAUTION: RUNNERS ON ROAD/RACE IN PROGRESS”. Runner should also print his/her Race Bib Number in one of the corners of this tarp. This tarpaulin signage should never be removed from the vehicle at any time during the race.

Rule # 3: Runners Must Stay On Left Side Of The Road
Runners MUST run on the far left side of the road or off the left side of the road, facing the incoming traffic. If the road has a “shoulder”, the runner should be running on the left edge of the said road “shoulder”.

Running MUST always be on SINGLE FILE.

Runners must progress under their own power without drafting, helping, pushing, supporting, or any type of physical assistance.

Runners may not use walking sticks, ski poles, or the like. So-called “cooling vests” or other types of artificial/technological cooling system may not be worn or utilized by runners while making forward progress on the race course.

Runners may not carry an Umbrella or allowed to be shaded with a Cover by a Support Crew.

Rule # 4: Pacer Is Not Allowed During The Race
Every runner will NOT be allowed to have any Pacer during the Race. (For BDM 102)

If two competing runners would pace each other, the other runner is either on the front, back, or far left side of the runner.

Rule # 5: Runner MUST Submit Medical Certificate
All qualified runners must submit their Medical Certificate taken at least three (3) months before Race Day.

NO MEDICAL CERTIFICATE, NO RUN

Rule # 6: Runners Shall Ask Permission To Display Corporate Sponsors
If a runner-participant is being sponsored by a corporate entity, no corporate logo or symbol shall be displayed on the runner’s support vehicle or apparel without the permission of the Race Director. A written request for permission is a must.

However, a runner-participant is allowed to display the name of his/her running club only, whether in his/her apparel and/or the designated support vehicle. A Runner-Participant is allowed to use his/her Running Club’s Uniform.

Support Crew is also not allowed to display corporate logo of his/her runner’s sponsor without the approval of the Race Director.

Display of Corporate Logo as Sponsors of Individual Runner without Permission from the Race Director will outrightly disqualify the runner.

Rule # 7: Only One Support Crew for Each Runner
Only one (1) support crew is allowed to be dedicated for every runner-participant in the race. The duty of the support crew is to hand in or give to the runner the necessary drinks, food, sponge, water, or any part of the runner’s apparel if in case he/she needs to change during the race.

The support crew will not pace with the runner. His duty is simply to give any item needed by the runner.

Support crew must take extra care and vigilance when crossing the road from the right side of the road where the support vehicle is parked to the left side of the road.

Support crew will also make sure that littering of waste along the route is not allowed.

Rule # 8: Cut-Off Time Is 18 Hours For BDM 102; 30 Hours For BDM 160
BDM 102 was initially planned to have a cut-off time of 15 hours. However, due to the hot weather and humidity in the country during the summer months, I gave an additional 3 hours so that more runners would be able to finish the race. On the other hand, BDM 160 has a cut-off time of 30 hours.

Anybody who is still on the road after the cut-off time will be considered as DNF (Did Not Finish). Runners who DNFed will be picked-up by our Official Vehicles or Ambulances along the route and they will be brought to the Finish Line.

Cut-Off Time @ BDM Kilometer Post #50: Nine (9) Hours (For BDM 102 & 160)

Cut-Off Time @ BDM Kilometer Post #102: Eighteen (18) Hours (For BDM 160)

Rule # 9: Race Bib Should Be Visible Always
The runner’s Race Bib/Race Number should be visible always during the race. The runner has the option to wear the Race Bib on the front portion of the body by pinning it on the race singlet or running shorts. It can be attached to a “fuel belt” provided it should not be covered by the runner’s shirt or singlet.

Rule # 10: Time Stations, Instead of Aid Station
At designated points, there will be TIME STATIONS along the race route. The said stations will be manned by Race Marshals who will take note of the runner’s arrival time at the said point.
The runner’s order of arrival in the said time station will also be recorded.

Non-appearance and/or no record on the time of arrival would mean disqualification from the race.

Rule # 11: Media Broadcast & Coverage
There will be no TV, film, or video crew, person, producer, director or other broadcast media representative may accompany or cover any runner-participant or the race itself without the specific written permission of the Race Organizer/Race Director.

Rule # 12: Leaving the Course Or Withdrawing
Every inch of the race course must be travelled (run & walk) by each runner-participant. In the event of a routing error, wrong turn, the runner may be driven back to the exact original spot where he/she left the course and continue running from that location. There will be no allowance made for lost time or kilometers run in the wrong direction.

If a runner-participant needs to leave the course, his/her crew must take note of the exact location where he/she left and make sure that the runner should resume the race from the said place or point. Runners may only leave the course for appropriate reasons such as rest or medical attention.

Runners are no longer allowed to leave the race course to eat in commercial establishments or fast food stores. If runners intend to eat the food from these fast food stores or commercial establishment, they have to instruct their crew to buy the item for them and have the food given along the race route.

If a runner withdraws or drops from the race, he/she or his/her crew must contact the Race Director or Race Marshals in the nearest Time Station immediately. The name of the runner, reason for withdrawal, time of withdrawal. and number of kilometers completed must be stated. Contact Number: 0918-965-9895. Violation of this Rule will be a ground for being banned in future BDM Races.

All runners and crew who drop are encouraged, and expected, to proceed to the finish line and join BDM post-race events (BDM Awarding Ceremony) to greet and celebrate with their fellow runners and crews.

Rule # 13: Medical Issues
All runners must be willing to submit to a drug urine test before, during, or after the race. If any banned substances are detected, the runner will be disqualified from the competition and listed as DISQUALIFIED FOR DOPING in the final standing of the race.

Crew members may not use illegal drugs, stimulants, or dope, as well as alcohol of any kind, during the race or at any official race events or activities.

I.V.s (intravenous fluids) are not permitted during the race. If a runner receives an I.V. during the race, for any reason, then that runner is disqualified and must withdraw from the race and the race course.

Rule #14: Runners shall wear appropriate attire for the event. “Half-Naked” running among the men will NOT be allowed.

Rule #15: iPods, MP3s, Cellphones playing music, and Headphones are strictly NOT allowed during the race.

Reminders:
Reflectorized Vest & Flashlight/Headlight (Mandatory)
Runners who will participate in the BDM Races are encouraged to wear a reflective vest or wear a running apparel with reflectorized markings or tapes during the early part of the race until sunrise or during nighttime.

Runners also encouraged to carry with them flashlight or wear headlight from the start up to sunrise.

For the BDM 102, the route on the first half will be dark as there are portions with no lights or lamp posts along the road.

Find time to “test” your “reflectorized” apparel/vest, flashlight, or headlight during your night runs.

Bring extra batteries for the flashlight/headlight during race day.

First Aid Kits:
Runners are advised to bring their own First Aid Kits just in case of any emergency during the race. First Aid Kits should include bandages, alcohol, cotton, betadine, neosporin ointment, petroleum jelly, immodium/diatab tablets, pain reliever, adhesive tape to secure dressings, scissors, and disposable towels. A safety pin could be the best runner’s tool in case of blisters.

*Note: BDM 160 runners must have their mandatory PACER from BDM Km Post #102 up to the FINISH LINE.

**Note: It is the RESPONSIBILITY of the RUNNER to inform his/her Support Crew & Driver on The Rules & Regulations of the Event. If a Driver or Support Crew violates any of the stated Rules & Regulations, the Runner will be automatically DISQUALIFIED.

***Note: Runners, Support Crew and/or Drivers are DEPUTIZED to report any infraction/violation of the Rules & Regulations during the race.

Official Result: 1st Naic To Nasugbu 50K Ultra Marathon Race

On January 13, 2014January 1, 2019 By kingofpotsIn Insights, Jogging, Pictures, Places to Run, Race Results, Races, Running, Sports Program, Travel, Ultramarathon4 Comments

5:00 AM January 12, 2014

Starting Area: Municipal Plaza, Naic, Cavite

Finish Area: Petron Gasoline Station, Nasugbu, Batangas

Cut-Off Time: 10 Hours

Number Of Starters: 34 Runners

Number of Finishers: 34 Runners

Jc Igos (Champion, Male)	5:31:11
Ariel Briones (1st Runner Up, Male)	6:02:52
Enrique Sundiang (2nd Runner Up, Male)	6:06:23
Rico Laplana	6:07:21
Epoy Poblete	6:17:41
Jan Imperio	6:19:08
Paolo Osmeña	6:22:11
Kenneth De Villa Mañibo	6:45:36
Moises Moreno	6:50:01
Enstein B. Calaoa Jr.	6:57:08
Chips Dayrit	7:08:14
Darryl Panado	7:08:17
Emerson Sto. Domingo	7:09:26
Tess Leono (Champion, Female)	7:09:52
Werner Cruz	7:12:26
JJ San Pascual	7:18:36
Jon Ogsimer	7:20:21
Gia Estrella (1st Runner Up, Female)	7:21:01
Jonel Mendoza	7:32:30
Manny Ocampo	7:34:28
Mel Severino	7:37:49
Jerry Briones	7:39:07
Edgar Borbon Vocal	7:46:34
Christian Almendrala	7:46:35
Carlo Contemplacion	7:49:18
Zaldy Santillan	8:02:46
Cholo Reynes	8:21:25
Danny Añonuevo	8:21:34
Mar Marilag	9:02:47
Orlando Ylaya	9:23:17
Nap Ocampo	9:27:24
Kharl Ocampo	9:27:42
Arianne Ortega (2nd Runner Up)	9:40:03
Januarius Padilla	9:40:41

Congratulations To All The Runners!

DNF @ 2013 TNF Phil 100 Trail Ultra

On January 10, 2014January 10, 2014 By kingofpotsIn Insights, Jogging, Pictures, Race Results, Races, Running, Trail Running, Travel, Ultramarathon7 Comments

The first reason why I DNFd in this race was because of my being dumb and hard-headed. In the middle of March of last year, I had a bad slip and fall on a paved road that caused some injuries to my right leg, knee, and head. The trauma that hit my knees to the ground resulted to a pain that made me limp in my walk and run. Despite of what had happened, I joined the Mt Ugo 42K Trail Marathon without any plans of joining it and I was able to withstand the pain on my right knee and was able to finish the race.

Two weeks before the conduct of the TNF 100, while “road testing” my Hoka One One Bondi B Speed, I had another slip and fall and my right knee which was recovering from my previous injury, hit the ground first and the pain I felt during the Mt Ugo 42K Trail Marathon came back. I was forced to rest the following days and prepared for my last recon run on the TNF course on the following weekend.

We were lost during our last recon run one week before the race and I was exhausted and tired. What was supposed to be an easy 20K trail hike, it became a 35K strenuous hike among our group. Being exhausted and tired one week before the race was a Big NO as part of the training preparation for such a very challenging event.

On race day, I was still strong and determined to finish the race when I reached AS1 as I had some “buffer” time on the prescribed cut-off time. While I was on my way to the Philex Ridge, I was still on a fighting mode in the company of Bong Alindada until we reached the Aid Station in Barangay Alang. From that point, everything is a rolling terrain with more declines until one reaches the halfway point along Kennon Road.

The Barangay Alang to Twin Peaks Falls was my downfall. The pain on my right knee was getting more severe; it was too hot; I was experiencing exhaustion due to dehydration and faulty nutrition; and the paved steep road in going down to the next Aid Station was too harmful to my legs and knees that I had to slow down.

I still have less than one hour as a “buffer” time before the prescribed cut-off time but my rest and eating period were extended as I stayed longer at the Aid Station for my much-needed rest and recovery. My time for my body to rest and recover was very slow as I tried to ingest more solid foods to my body.

I left the Aid Station with a very small margin of buffer time but after hiking for about 500 meters, there was some traffic among the runners along a single track trail due to carabaos staying on the trail. Due to the brief stop, I became lazy but I forced to continue with the hike. As the sun was setting down on the west and getting darker, I finally decided to throw the towel and declare myself as DNF.

For this year, I will be back to finish this race!

2013 In Review

On January 4, 2014 By kingofpotsIn Insights, Jogging, Pictures, Places to Run, Race Results, Races, Running, Sports Program, Trail Running, Travel, Ultramarathon2 Comments

The WordPress.com stats helper monkeys prepared a 2013 annual report for this blog.

Here’s an excerpt:

The Louvre Museum has 8.5 million visitors per year. This blog was viewed about 270,000 times in 2013. If it were an exhibit at the Louvre Museum, it would take about 12 days for that many people to see it.

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Official Results: 5th RIZAL Day 32K Run & 1st RIZAL Day 50K Ultra Run

On December 31, 2013January 2, 2014 By kingofpotsIn Insights, Jogging, Pictures, Places to Run, Race Results, Races, Running, Sports Program, Ultramarathon4 Comments

Result: 5th RIZAL Day 32K Run

1	Cris Iblan (Champion, Male)	2:17:51
2	Alfred delos Reyes (1st Runner Up, Male)	2:39:44
3	Simon Pavel Miranda (2nd Runner Up, Male)	2:40:35
4	Junrox Roque	2:46:53
5	Joseph Odhuno	2:51:41
6	Miguelito Capio	2:57:50
7	Jael Wenceslao	2:57:51
8	Roberto delos Santos	2:58:30
9	Allan Roy Martos	2:59:27
10	Jayson Escobar	3:11:14
11	Meshelle Villanueva (Champion, Female)	3:11:32
12	Tommy Tan	3:27:31
13	Jose Cando	3:27:32
14	Rhina Sison (1st Runner Up, Female)	3:35:44
15	Aldrin Pallera	3:36:28
16	Raymond Mendoza	3:36:30
17	Aladdin Cordero	3:40:36
18	Ignatius Gadric Chusenfu	3:41:10
19	Jason Sison	3:43:45
20	Adelio S. Torres	3:45:06
21	Allan Bandiola	3:45:38
22	Candy Balaba (2nd Runner Up, Female)	3:45:44
23	Hermie Saludes	3:48:23
24	Edrick Nicdao	3:52:26
25	Rona Saludes (F)	3:54:17
26	Mike Delarmente	3:55:54
27	Norman Guillon	3:57:16
28	Joe Sibayan	4:01:55
29	Larry Daliwag	4:02:16
30	Abet Ocampo (F)	4:03:42
31	Cookie Wenceslao (F)	4:06:43
32	John Dexter R. Obsequias	4:07:59
33	Francisco “Kotek” Mallillin Jr.	4:08:07
34	Nellie Ogsimer	4:08:17
35	Ipe Macarenas	4:08:59
36	Desmelyn Tomas (F)	4:09:18
37	Royden Malijan	4:09:20
38	Edwin Almario	4:10:00
39	Mcsy Jugo	4:16:30
40	Eliong Hernandez	4:16:36
41	Gladysma Jane Giro (F)	4:17:58
42	Robert P. Ocampo	4:18:06
43	Cherry Rose Betonio (F)	4:18:40
44	Michelle Casal (F)	4:18:44
45	Dodjie Ison	4:18:48
46	Lucky Lapeñe	4:27:23
47	Joanne Mancenido (F)	4:29:36
48	Rodelyn Ventura (F)	4:29:52
49	Joy Ordonia (F)	4:29:53
50	Ryan Jiv A. Zoilo	4:29:55
51	Marian Mera (F)	4:33:35
52	Anna Orace Arbolario (F)	4:33:40
53	Ratna M. Dimaporo (F)	4:34:25
54	Aaron Jonah A. Torres	4:40:35
55	Michael B. Peralta	4:41:35
56	Jonas Olandria	4:41:36
57	Bundi Bayag	4:44:12
58	Darah C. Regis (F)	4:50:48
59	Gerald M. Regis	4:50:49
60	Mark Capistrano	4:53:07
61	Matthew Rodriguez	5:04:12
62	Mildred P. Jocano (F)	5:22:23
63	Elouise Timbang (F)	5:22:31
64	Jose Marie A. Mercado	5:22:36
65	Karen Ann Fajardo (F)	5:22:43
66	Gerardo P. Gutierrez	5:22:44
67	Erwin Ursua	5:22:56
68	Donald Cunanan	5:23:04
69	Earl Jann Tormes	5:23:24
70	Jennifer Villanueva (F)	5:23:43
71	Iris Abustan Alfonso (F)	5:24:08
72	Alfred de Perio	5:27:55
73	Cachelle De Alba (F)	5:28:19
74	Miguel De Alba	5:28:25
75	Marilou T. Gendrala (F)	5:32:25
76	Maria Norma dela Cruz (F)	5:32:26

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Result: 1st RIZAL Day 50K Ultra Run

1	Randy Dueñas (Champion, Male)	4:22:10
2	Laurencio “Lao”Ogerio (1st Runner Up, Male)	4:45:12
3	Ronnel Go (2nd Runner Up, Male)	4:47:29
4	Regie Boljoran	4:48:47
5	Sandy Alentajan	5:01:39
6	Alfeus delos Santos	5:15:39
7	Paolo Osmeña	5:17:07
8	Javier Olives	5:28:22
9	Maricar Hiponia (Champion, Female)	5:36:00
10	Bobby Go	5:39:34
11	Graciano Santos	5:47:08
12	Marc Conrad Molina	5:49:25
13	Chill Ortegoso	5:49:54
14	Jon Ogsimer	6:04:53
15	Carl Balagot	6:04:59
16	Jon Borbon	6:13:42
17	Kathleen Pinero (1st Runner Up, Female)	6:14:46
18	Tess Leono (2nd Runner Up, Female)	6:25:06
19	Manny Ocampo	6:25:07
20	Mel Severino	6:31:42
21	Mark Chico	6:33:00
22	Bong Bernadez	6:37:00
23	Bong Anastacio	6:39:49
24	Sherwin Monteringen	6:46:56
25	Gerson Yuson	6:47:17
26	Mark Anthony Rodica	6:50:08
27	William Robert Hain	6:50:27
28	Katherine Gaw (F)	6:51:24
29	Carlos Nobleza	6:44:05
30	Bernadette Schleuter (F)	6:55:50
31	Loradel Hanopol (F)	6:58:40
32	Matt Paz de Leon	7:09:10
33	Jinky Yray (F)	7:11:02
34	Luz Tiuseco (F)	7:19:05
35	Mike Tiuseco	7:19:10
36	Adrian Aquino	7:41:01
37	Allenstein Co	7:46:18
38	Ian Yu	8:01:45

Congratulations To All The Finisher!

Happy New Year To Everybody!

Official Results: 3rd Taklang Damulag 100-Mile & 50-Mile Endurance Runs

On December 16, 2013December 16, 2013 By kingofpotsIn Insights, Jogging, Pictures, Places to Run, Race Results, Races, Running, Trail Running, Travel, Ultramarathon5 Comments

3rd Taklang Damulag 100-Mile Endurance Run

5:00 AM Saturday, December 14, 2013 To 1:00 PM Sunday, December 15, 2013 (32 Hours)

SOCOM Headquarters, Fort Magsaysay, Palayan City (Nueva Ecija)

Number of Starters: 28

Number of Finishers: 14

Percentage Rate of Finish: 50%

RANK	NAME	TIME (HRS)
1	Wilnar Iglesia (Champion, Course Record)	25:54:47
2	Raffy Gabotero (1st Runner-Up, Course Record)	28:41:52
3	Graciano Santos (2nd Runner-Up)	29:43:33
4	Bong Alindada	30:14:17
5	Henry Laron	30:25:23
6	Glairold Recella	30:43:43
7	Nicolas De Leon	31:03:19
8	Yob Red	31:31:09
9	Jonel Mendoza	31:37:31
10	Elmar Bob Tolete	31:37:32
11	Ronnel Go	31:41:47
12	Meljohn Tezon	31:44:14
13	Benedict Meneses	31:46:54
14	Fernando Cabanero	31:55:23

Wilnar Iglesia, Champion & Course Record Holder

oooOOOooo

3rd Taklang Damulag 50-Mile Endurance Run

5:00 AM Saturday, December 14, 2013

SOCOM Headquarters, Fort Magsaysay, Palayan City

Number of Starters: 11

Number of Finishers: 9

RANK	NAME	TIME (HRS)
1	Mark Raon (Champion, Course Record)	13:25:28
2	Glen Mercado (1st Runner-Up, Overall)	14:24:25
3	Lady Dianne Palongan (Champion, Lady)	15:10:17
4	Dexter Cruz (2nd Runner-Up, Overall)	15:13:59
5	Michael Dauz	15:48:25
6	Brian Tan Seng	15:56:04
7	Edrick Nicdao	17:47:39
8	Manny Ocampo	17:47:40
9	Tess Leono (1st Runner-Up, Lady)	17:47:41

Congratulations To Everybody!

Rules & Regulations: 3rd Taklang Damulag 100-Mile & 50-Mile Endurance Run

On December 12, 2013December 12, 2013 By kingofpotsIn Insights, Jogging, Pictures, Places to Run, Races, Running, Sports Program, Trail Running, Travel, UltramarathonLeave a comment

Rules & Regulations: Taklang Damulag 100-Mile & 50-Mile Endurance Runs

1. The events are SOLO Races. These races will Start at the same time and place on or about 5:00 AM of Saturday December 14, 2013 at the vicinity of the Special Operations Command Headquarters, Philippine Army in Fort Magsaysay, Palayan City (Nueva Ecija).

2. The race course is through paved roads, dirt roads and single-track trails. In the 100-Mile course, approximately 110 kilometers are dirt roads and single track trail and almost 57 kilometers are paved/asphalted roads. In the 50-Mile course, almost 55 kilometers are dirt roads and single-track trails and 28 kilometers of paved/asphalted roads.

3. Runners in the 100-Mile Race has to finish Two Big Loops (One Loop is 83K) where each Loop has two Smaller Loops (12K-Loop around Mt Daklang Damulag) within it. Runner has to finish the course within the cut-off time of 32 hours.

4. Runners in the 50-Mile Race has to finish only One Big Loop (with two Smaller Loops around Mt Taklang Damulag). The cut-off time for the 50-Mile race is 16 hours.

5. Intermediate Cut-Off Times For 100-Mile Race:

50K @ Fernandez Hill—-8 Hours/1:00 PM Saturday, December 14, 2013

83K @ Starting Area/SOCOM Headquarters—-15:30 Hours/8:30 PM Saturday, December 14, 2013

133K @ Fernandez Hill—-25 Hours/6:00 AM Sunday, December 15, 2013

167K @ Finish Area/SOCOM Headquarters—-32 Hours/1:00 PM Sunday, December 15, 2013

6. Intermediate Cut-Off Times For 50-Mile Race:

50K @ Fernandez Hill—-8 Hours/1:00 PM Saturday, December 14, 2013

83K/Finish Area/SOCOM Headquarters—-16:00 Hours/9:00 PM Saturday, December 14, 2013

7. Each runner must have the following basic gadgets/mandatory equipment with them:

a. At least 32 ounces of hydration (equivalent to two (2) Simple Hydration Bottles) fluids with them at ALL TIMES.

b. Basic First Aid Kit

c. Cellphone

d. Headlight/Handheld Flashlight

e. Whistle and/or Reflectorized Vest are NOT mandatory. It is enough that runners have reflectorized strips on their hydration pack or apparel.

f. Runners may use trekking poles.

8. Race Bib should be displayed on the FRONT part of the runner. Runner must be able to memorize his/her Race Bib Number.

9. Always run on SINGLE FILE and stay on the farthest LEFT side of the paved roads.

10. Drop Bags are allowed on the following Aid Stations:

a. Sitio Baccao

b. Barangay Palale

c. Barangay Nazareth

d. Fernandez Hill

e. SOCOM Headquarters/Start/Finish

Drop Bags will be collected at 4:00 AM and transported to their respective destination before the Gun Start. Drop Bags should be properly tagged/labeled with the runner’s Last Name, Bib Number & Location of Aid Station.

11. Support Vehicle is NOT allowed to “follow”; to “track”; or “leap frog” their runner along the course. Support Vehicle can ONLY have access to their runner/s at the designated Aid Stations. Support Crew can ONLY offer support to their runner within the vicinity of the Aid Stations.

12. A Pacer is ONLY allowed after the runner has completed the FIRST HALF of the course (83K) in the 100-Mile Race. A runner is only allowed ONE PACER at a time along the course. There will be NO Pacer for the 50-Mile Race.

13. Pacers are NOT allowed to carry any hydration, food, or equipment for the runner. Pacers are there as safety runners for the competing participant.

14. There will be Marshals on key intersections along the route. These are soldiers of the Special Forces Regiment of the Philippine Army and some of them will be manning the Aid Stations in Sitio Baccao, Barangay Palale, and Barangay Nazareth. Runners should be ATTENTIVE on these key intersections/Aid Stations on their FIRST LOOP as it is still DAYTIME. There is a possibility that some of these marshals could be sleeping/lying on the ground during nighttime in some of the key intersections in the Taklang Damulag Loop. Try to memorize these intersections!

15. Aside from the visible Marshals stationed on key intersections, there are also “invisible” (or hidden) marshals along the trails/dirt roads to monitor the runners passing along the route. They have a way to identify each runner passing on their respective station. These marshals are there to provide security to the runners.

16. In case of emergency, runner should contact Cellphone # 0918-965-9895 and/or # 0915-753-3834. Runner should state his/her name, location and the nature of emergency.

17. On the accommodation of runners, ONLY registered runners are FREE of charge. 100-Mile Runners are allowed two nights accommodation and the 50-Mile Runners are allowed one night only. Runners have the PRIORITY to be accommodated at the Special Forces Transient Facility and SF Alumni Center, near the SOCOM Headquarters. Three (3) Rooms (good for 4-6 people) had been reserved to be used for other runners and support crew at the 7th Division Army Transient Facility (near the Starting Area of the Fort Magsaysay To Dingalan 60K Ultra Run).

18. NO Bandits are allowed.

19. Runner must be able to provide the Name of their respective Pacer to the Secretariat before the Start of the Race.

20. It is the sole responsibility of the runner to have a thorough knowledge of the course. The course is MORE THAN 100 Miles or 161 Kilometers! This is NOT a valid reason for you to take a SHORTCUT or DETOUR along the course. Fort Magsaysay’s weather is always HOT during daytime. If you have complaints, please feel free to give directly to us your feedback immediately.

21. Maintain the Integrity of the Race.

"Pioneers" Of TD 100 — “Pioneers” Of TD 100

Good Luck & Have Fun!

Administrative Announcement: There will be a Race Briefing & Dinner/CLP for the Registered Runners of the TD 100-Mile and TD 50-Mile Races at the SOCOM Headquarters, Fort Magsaysay, Palayan City o/a 6:00 PM of Friday December 13, 2013. Runners will be processed by submitting to the Secretariat/BR’s Staff their individual BPI Deposit Slips (For the Registration & Donation For the Typhoon Yolanda Victims).

Race Route Description: Taklang Damulag 100-Mile/50-Mile Endurance Run

On December 9, 2013December 13, 2013 By kingofpotsIn Insights, Jogging, Pictures, Places to Run, Races, Running, Trail Running, Travel, UltramarathonLeave a comment

Race Route Description: Taklang Damulag 100-Mile/50-Mile Endurance Run (TD 100/50)

1. The race starts at the vicinity of the Special Operations Command (SOCOM), Fort Magsaysay, Palayan City (Nueva Ecija). The SOCOM Headquarters is located at the Abundo Area Complex inside Fort Magsaysay, the largest Military Camp/Reservation Area of the Philippine Army. The race starts at 5:00 AM of Saturday, December 14, 2013 together with the Taklang Damulag 50-Mile Endurance Run.

2. This is a solo race. The cut-off time for the 100-Mile Race is 32 hours. The cut-off time for the 50-Mile Race is 16 hours.

3. From the starting line, runners will proceed towards an east direction to a dirt road which is parallel to the Fort Magsaysay Airstrip. The airstrip is located on the right side of the runners. This dirt road has a lot of potholes and uneven portions. Runners must be able to have their headlights/handheld flashlight on this part of the course since it is still dark at 5:00 AM.

4. After almost 500 meters, runners have to TURN LEFT upon reaching an intersection. It is still a dirt road which leads the runners to the newly-constructed Fort Magsaysay-Laur Road after getting out from the Gate of the Camp. This dirt road goes down and slightly uphill towards the Gate. The distance of this road is about 700-800 meters.

Dirt Road To The Fort Magsaysay-Laur Highway

5. Runners shall TURN RIGHT on the paved/cemented Sta Rosa-Fort Magasaysay-Laur Road. This is the same road on the first 3K of the Fort Magsaysay To Dingalan 65K Ultra Marathon Race.

6. There will be an INTERSECTION after running for almost 2 kilometers along the Sta Rosa-Fort Magsaysay-Laur Road. There is a Detachment and Military Checkpoint on this intersection. Runners will have to TURN RIGHT on this intersection which leads to Barangay Dona (Donya) Josefa. Runners will be able to pass on the intersection of Sitio ALORMA and Sitio BACCAO. Runners will have to follow the asphalted road up to Barangay Dona Josefa.

INTERSECTION @ Sitio ALORMA (Right Side of the Road)

BRGY BACCAO Intersection (On the Right Side of the Road) — SITIO BACCAO Intersection (On the Right Side of the Road)

7. Once the runners will reach the center of Barangay Dona Josefa, turn RIGHT and just follow the dirt road. Do NOT take the road towards the LEFT Direction as it ends at the Dona Josefa Elementary School.

8. Runners will reach the first Spillway and after passing the Spillway, it will be an uphill climb and a steel arc will be seen with the markings “WELCOME TO SITIO LANGKA”.

First Spillway Before Barangay Langka Welcome Arc

9. After passing the BARANGAY LANGKA Arc, at about 20 meters, there will be a Y-intersection. TURN RIGHT on the Y-intersection and it will be the start of more uphill climbs and descending parts of the route. Ultimately, the runners will be crossing the Palale River.

10. After crossing the Palale River, runners will be able to reach the center of Barangay Palale after few meters. There will be an Aid Station in this Barangay. There are also sari-sari stores in this area.

11. Runners will take the road on the RIGHT as one leaves the center of the barangay. Runners will be going to the direction of the Provincial Cattle Stock Farm.

Approaching The Provincial Cattle Stock Farm

12. Once the runners reach the Provincial Cattle Stock Farm, TURN RIGHT on the intersection. This road will lead the runners to Barangay NAZARETH.

TURN RIGHT On This Road Going To Barangay NAZARETH

13. Runners shall reach the intersection of GAPAN-PAPAYA-FORT MAGSAYSAY Road which is a paved/cemented, once they reach the center of Barangay Nazareth. The Aid Station is located at the Barangay Hall of Nazareth. At this intersection, runners have to TURN RIGHT going to a north direction.

14. After 1.5 Kilometers, runners have to TURN LEFT in an intersection that goes to San Mariano/Purok 9/Barangay Militar. On this dirt road, runners shall always take or turn LEFT on intersections along the way.

TURN LEFT On This Road Towards Barangays San Mariano, Purok #9, Barangay Militar

TURN LEFT To Barangay Mariano/Purok #9/Barangay Militar

SPILLWAY On The Western Side Of Barangay Militar

15. Runners must be able to pass/cross an SPILLWAY on western part of Barangay Militar. After an uphill climb from the SPILLWAY, the runners will reach the PUROK #9 . From Purok #9, the runners will be approaching an intersection with the Santa Rosa-Fort Magsaysay-Laur Road/Highway.

Approaching The Santa Rosa-Fort Magsaysay-Laur Road/Highway. TURN RIGHT

TURN LEFT Towards Barangay BANGAD On This Intersection

16. After about 1.5 kilometers, runners will reach a busy road intersection (Bangad To Gate 1 Fort Magsaysay Road & Santa Rosa To Laur Road). Runners should TURN LEFT towards Barangay Bangad, Palayan City.

17. After running for 2 kilometers along the Fort Magsaysay-Bangad Road (going North), runners will see a green steel arc with the markings “FORT MAGSAYSAY RESERVATION AREA” and a Waiting Shed on the right side of the road. There is a Y-intersection after passing the Arc and Waiting Shed. Runners shall TURN RIGHT on the road that goes to Barangay MALIGAYA.

Before The Y-Intersection Going Barangay MALIGAYA

18. After runners had passed Barangay MALIGAYA, the road will lead them to the FIRST intersection with a Military Checkpoint & Detachment along the Santa Rosa-Laur Road. Runners shall cross the Paved Road (Santa Rosa-Laur Road) on their way to Barangay Dona Josefa. At this point, runners shall have circumnavigated the outer perimeter of the Camp’s Cantonment Area.

TURN RIGHT @ The Intersection of SITIO ALORMA (Going To The Airstrip)

Runners Will Be Reaching This Place From Sitio ALORMA

19. Along the Barangay Dona Josefa Road, runner should be ATTENTIVE. The first intersection is at SITIO ALORMA. TURN RIGHT at Sitio ALORMA intersection and go STRAIGHT uphill. The trail will lead the runners to the end of the airstrip. At the end of the airstrip, there is a Y-intersection. TURN LEFT on the said intersection. The road will lead the runners to BATAAN ROAD and the runners will be going to a SOUTH Direction.

END OF THE AIRSTRIP. Runners Shall TURN LEFT Towards Bataan Road

20. Along BATAAN ROAD, runners will see FIRING RANGES on their LEFT and a GOLF COURSE on their RIGHT. Runners will follow the Bataan Road until they will reach the intersection going to CORDERO DAM.

21. Runners have to TURN LEFT on a dirt road that goes to CORDERO DAM. After 2 kilometers, there is a Y-intersection. Runners shall TURN RIGHT on this intersection. This trail will lead the runners to the Special Forces School and then to FERNANDEZ HILL.

22. Fernandez Hill is the location of an Aid Station. Runners will have to pass this Aid Station for six (6) times for the 100-Mile Race and three (3) times for the 50-Mile Race.

@ Fernandez Hill With Mt Taklang Damulag At The Background

23. From Fernandez Hill, runners will have to proceed to the peak of Mt Taklang Damulag and then descend on its northern part. The descending trail leads to SITIO BACCAO (along the Barangay Dona Josefa To Barangay Palale Road). Upon reaching the asphalted road, runners shall TURN LEFT and proceed to SITIO ALORMA Crossing/Intersection.

Trail Coming From Taklang Damulag To Dona Josefa-Palale Road

24. Runners shall TURN LEFT at Sitio ALORMA intersection (Going To Cordero Dam). After about 20 meters, TURN LEFT on a trail that leads to CORDERO DAM/LAKE. (Going UPHILL will lead the runners to the end of the airstrip. Don’t take this UPHILL dirt road!)

Going South To Brgy Alorma Intersection (400 Meters) — Going South To Brgy Alorma (Going To Cordero Dam) Intersection (400 Meters)

TURN LEFT On This Intersection Going To Cordero Dam

TURN LEFT On This Trail (20 Meters From The Intersection)

25. Once the runners are in CORDERO DAM/LAKE (on the right side of the runners), they will reach a Y-intersection (the same Y-intersection that runners had passed after coming from BATAAN ROAD and upon reaching CORDERO DAM/LAKE). At the intersection, TURN LEFT and the runners will be going to the Special Forces School and then to Fernandez Hill. This completes the 12K inner loop.

26. Runners will have to run along the Taklang Damulag course (12K inner loop) for two times.

27. After finishing two loops, from Fernandez Hill, runner will follow the asphalted road that goes out from the Molave Complex (location of the Special Forces School and Fernandez Hill/Taklang Damulag). Runners must pass the Checkpoint/Gate of the Molave Complex that goes directly to BATAAN ROAD.

28. Runners will be running along BATAAN ROAD on their way back to SOCOM Headquarters/Starting Area. At the dirt road at the end of the airstrip, there will be an intersection (the first intersection on a dirt road after 800 meters from the Starting Line), TURN LEFT on this intersection. The dirt road will lead the runner to the Starting Area/SOCOM Headquarters.

TURN LEFT On This Dirt Road In Going Back To The Starting Area (SOCOM Headquarters)

29. This completes the FIRST HALF of the 100-Mile Course. The LAST HALF of the course will be a repetition of the FIRST HALF.

TD 100 Elevation Profile

30. 100-Mile Race Runners must be able to finish the FIRST HALF in 15:30 Hours. Cut-Off Time for the 50-Mile Race Runners is 16 Hours.

31. On the SECOND LOOP, runners must be able to reach FERNANDEZ HILL in 25 hours before starting their last TWO (Small) Loops at Mt. Taklang Damulag.

Good luck to all the runners!

(Note: Rules & Regulations Will Be Posted Soon!)

Official Result: 6th Tagaytay To Nasugbu 50K Ultra Run

On December 9, 2013December 9, 2013 By kingofpotsIn Insights, Jogging, Pictures, Race Results, Races, Running, Sports Program, Travel, Ultramarathon3 Comments

4:00 AM – 1:00 PM Sunday, December 8, 2013

Starting Area: Picnic Grove, Tagaytay City

Finish Area: PETRON Gasoline Station, Nasugbu, Batangas

Number of Starters: 70

Number of Finishers: 69

Cut-Off Time: 9 Hours

1	Danin Arenzana (Champion, Overall)	4:00:21
2	Allan M. Dayao (1st Runner Up, Overall)	4:25:44
3	Junrox Roque (2nd Runner Up, Overall)	4:27:01
4	Enrique Sundiang	4:50:57
5	Laurencio “Lao” Ogerio	4:56:31
6	Joseph Philip James Morente	4:58:18
7	Mark Romero	5:05:56
8	Joseph Rebolledo	5:06:44
9	Lieza Valerio (Champion, Female)	5:10:19
10	JoJi Salvador	5:23:40
11	Nina Ferando (1st Runner Up, Female)	5:28:57
12	Mark M. Hernandez	5:30:38
13	Gil Conanan	5:34:31
14	Gia Estrella (2nd Runner Up, Female)	5:44:18
15	Michael Paja	5:53:54
16	Jeffrey Poblete	5:55:07
17	Baly Anne Caluma (F)	5:57:11
18	Carl Balagot	5:57:19
19	Rey Laberinto	5:57:38
20	Mark Sigue	5:59:29
21	Irrol M. Novenario	5:59:43
22	Jonathan Averin	5:59:49
23	Kathleen Fresnido (F)	6:00:27
24	Jesus Evangelista	6:03:34
25	Januarius Padilla	6:08:43
26	Kelvin dela Torre	6:11:21
27	Aileen Almirante (F)	6:15:12
28	Chill Orbegoso	6:17:37
29	Arnold Dungca	6:18:54
30	Cris De San Juan	6:19:06
31	Ian Francisco	6:19:29
32	Arnold Dagdag	6:20:45
33	April Jane Maisog (F)	6:25:48
34	Jimmyjon R. Azul	6:37:29
35	Loradez Hanopol (F)	6:38:03
36	Mark Enrick Hernandez	6:38:05
37	Mark Jaycobe Banatlao	6:40:29
38	Danny Añonuevo	6:47:47
39	Shelley Gayle Acdan (F)	6:47:54
40	Ipe Macarenan	6:51:53
41	William Robert B. Hain	6:52:47
42	Ivan Peña	6:56:04
43	Jonathan Jan Lapuz	6:56:05
44	Allan Lanzon	6:56:09
45	Joel Baybay	6:58:31
46	Reymar Bawang	6:58:33
47	Adrian Bauto	6:59:41
48	Allan S. Bauto	7:01:15
49	RyannR. Sison	7:02:26
50	Gerson Yuson	7:02:59
51	Bryan Delen	7:03:53
52	Adrian Aquino	7:08:39
53	Jessica C. Tiu Laurel (F)	7:09:38
54	Marc Adam Batino	7:14:19
55	Melvi Maalin (F)	7:14:55
56	Aureo Pascua	7:34:27
57	Allenstein Co	7:35:54
58	Mark Capistrano	7:35:56
59	Jojo Malolos	7:38:10
60	Katrina Alon-alon (F)	7:44:09
61	Christian Almendrala	7:44:37
62	Fraulein Mariano (F)	7:54:51
63	Michael H. Sastrillo	8:00:02
64	Barney Mamaril	8:06:59
65	Alexander Pineda	8:17:48
66	Anna Kathrina Paloma (F)	8:19:07
67	E. Albert Abaca III	8:22:48
68	Gladysmay E. Pascua (F)	8:31:05
69	Michael Pineda	8:51:34

Trophies & Finisher's Medals — Trophies & Finisher’s Medals

Cash Prizes:

Overall Champion—-P 6,000

1st Runner-Up, Overall—-P 4,000

2nd Runner-Up, Overall—-P 2,000

3rd – 10th Places, Overall—-P 1,000 each

Lady Champion—-P 5,000

1st Runner-Up, Lady—-P 3,000

2nd Runner-Up, Lady—-P 2,000

3rd – 10th Places, Ladies—-P 1,000 each

Total Cash Prizes: P 36,000

Congratulations To All The Finishers!

Rules & Regulations For The 6th Tagaytay To Nasugbu (T2N) 50K Ultra Marathon Race

On December 6, 2013 By kingofpotsIn Insights, Jogging, Pictures, Places to Run, Races, Running, Travel, UltramarathonLeave a comment

Guidelines/Rules & Regulations For The 6th T2N (Tagaytay to Nasugbu) 50K Ultra Marathon Race

This is a solo race. The race will start at 4:00 AM of Sunday, December 8, 2013 in front of the Picnic Grove (near the Development Academy of the Philippines) in Tagaytay City. The Finish Line of the race is at the PETRON Gas Station in Nasugbu, Batangas which is located One Kilometer before the Poblacion.
The route of the race will follow the Highway from Tagaytay City to Nasugbu, Batangas. Runners will have to turn LEFT upon reaching the SHELL Gas Station at the intersection of Nasugbu and the Highway that goes to Matabungkay Beach Resort. Runners will have to run at least 500 meters before they turn-around and finally proceed to reach the Finish Line.
Runners should bring with them their Registration Deposit Slip (BPI Deposit Slip) and submit it to the Secretariat/BR’s Staff before the start of the said race. Runners should be at the Assembly Area not later than 3:00 AM of December 8, 2013 for processing. All runners/starters shall be accounted at the Starting Area before the race will start.
Runners are allowed to have their Support Vehicle & Crew but they are NOT allowed to have Pacers. Due to the absence of any Aid Station along the course, runners may run on “self-support” or “self-contained” making sure that they have an appropriate hydration system with them.
Runners shall ALWAYS run or stay on the farthest LEFT side of the road facing the incoming traffic. Runners are advised to be extra vigilant on vehicles approaching on their FRONT and BACK. Vehicles overtaking other vehicles on your back have the tendency to get more space on the Left Lane of the Road. To be safe, run/stay on the farthest side of shoulder of the road.
Runners shall ALWAYS run or stay on the farthest LEFT Side of the road on SINGLE FILE. We will be strict on this and we will warn any runner violating this rule before we declare DNF or disqualification in the said race.
Support Vehicles must be able to “leap frog” their runners. It means that the Support Vehicle should be waiting for their runner at an appropriate distance ahead of the runner. Runners are NOT allowed to be “shadowed” by their Support Vehicle. Support Vehicle must cruise along the route at the prescribed Speed Limit of the Highway. Support Vehicles are NOT allowed to turn on their Hazard Lights while they are plying on the race course.
Support Vehicles must ALWAYS park on the farthest RIGHT SIDE of the road/highway when waiting for their runner/s. Support Vehicles parked on the LEFT SIDE of the road will be a ground for the runner to be Disqualified.
Runner are NOT allowed to get inside their Support Vehicle during the duration of the race. Support Crew can provide portable/collapsible chair for the runner outside the support vehicle which can be seen by other passing runners.
Runners’ Bib Number should be pinned and displayed in front of the runner’s apparel. Bandits will NOT be allowed to run this event.
Runners are highly encouraged to bring and wear with them their respective hydration system/belt during the race.
Cut-off time of the event is nine (9) hours.
Race Route & Elevation Profile
Ipods, MP3s, and “wires” are allowed. However, users should be attentive and vigilant with their surroundings.
Finishers within the prescribed cut-off time will receive a PAU Finisher’s Medal, Finisher’s Shirt, and Finisher’s Certificate (to be given later). Official result will be posted at www.baldrunner.com.
Cash Prizes shall be awarded to Podium Finishers (Male & Female Categories) to include Trophies to the Top 3 in each of the categories. Cash Prizes shall depend on the number of registered runners. An amount P500.00 from the registration fee of each runner will be pooled as the source of the Cash Awards.
All runners must wear the following mandatory equipment/accessory: headlight and reflectorized vest or shirt with reflectorized strips. It will be still dark during the start of the race and these items are needed for the safety of each of the runner.
Corporate Logos are NOT allowed to be displayed on support vehicles. However, tarpaulins with the name of the running team/group is allowed to be displayed.
Maintain the Integrity of the Race. Runners are “deputized” to report any suspicion of cheating in the race. The RD has the authority to declare disqualification to any runner before, during and after the race.
Runners MUST be able to memorize their Race Bib Number. There will be Marshals who will be asking the runner’s bib number in the different Checkpoints along the route.
In case of emergency or report of a DNF, a runner/support crew can contact Cell Phone # 0918-965-9895 through call or text message stating the runner’s location and nature of emergency/cause of DNF.
Any infraction or violation of these guidelines/rules and regulations shall be dealt with accordingly and the RD shall immediately impose decision on such violation. The RD’s decision is FINAL.
It is the responsibility of the runner to inform his/her support crew and driver about the rules and regulations of this event/race.
The spirit of ultra running where runners are disciplined, honest, and caring /supportive to one another is highly encouraged. Remember to treat the other runners as your FRIENDS and SUPPORT to Finish the Race. The enemy lies within yourself and it is specifically located “in between your ears”.
PAU Finisher’s Medal

Good luck and See You at The Starting Line.

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