Garfield Runners Cup 2011 - Manila Ocean Park

Are you a fan of this cuddly, lovable, orange cat named Garfield? Now is the time to join this race!

GARFIELD RUNNERS CUP
November 12, 2011 - Saturday
Manila Ocean Park

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.

REGISTRATION

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
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:

Race Category	Age	Fees
Odie’s Kid Race 500m Dash	5 years old and below	Php300.00
Odie’s Kid Race 1.5K	6 – 9 years old	Php300.00
Odie’s Kid Race 1.5K	10-13 years old	Php300.00
3K Family Run	Open category	Adults Php350.00 Kids Php300.00
5K Garfield Power Run	Open category	Adults Php400.00 Kids Php300.00

RACE MAP

SINGLET SIZING CHART

The singlet design will be same as the one worn by the models in the poster.

We have a 9 year old cat named Leeyoh who looks like Garfield, and is equally lazy as he is. He is my Mom's Fiancee's Cat that they found outside their house in Valle Verde. Since then they've adopted him like their own, and so he became my youngest brother. ^_^

He is so big he is mistaken as a Lion! ^_^

HOW TO GET TO MANILA OCEAN PARK?

I bet you guys would ask so I did some research on it. Here's how:

From the CaMaNaVa* (north of Manila) area:
*CaMaNaVa stands for Caloocan, Malabon, Navotas, Valenzuela

Option 1. From Monumento, take an LRT 1 Yellow Line going to Taft and get down at United Nations station, walk towards T.M. Kalaw. Walk towards Manila Bay through Rizal Park until you reach Roxas Boulevard (you will walk past Orosa Street and National Library). Cross Roxas Blvd, and walk until you reach Quirino Grandstand; behind it will be Manila Ocean Park.

Option 2. From Monumento, ride a jeepney along Rizal Avenue bound for Taft Avenue and asked to be dropped at T.M. Kalaw. Walk towards Manila Bay through Rizal Park until you reach Roxas Boulevard (you will walk past Orosa Street and National Library). Cross Roxas Blvd, and walk until you reach Quirino Grandstand; behind it will be Manila Ocean Park. It might happen that jeepneys bound for Taft are scarce so ride a jeepney first to Divisoria or Lawton and ask where you can transfer for those bound to Taft or Rizal Park (Luneta).

From around Manila:

Option 1. Ride a jeepney along Rizal Avenue bound for Taft Avenue and asked to be dropped at T.M. Kalaw. Walk towards Manila Bay until you reach Roxas Boulevard (you will walk past Orosa Street and National Library). Cross Roxas Blvd, and walk through South Drive and behind the Rizal Park stretch will be the visible Quirino Grandstand. It might happen that jeepneys bound for Taft are scarce so ride a jeepney first to Divisoria or Lawton and ask where you can transfer for those bound to Taft or Rizal Park (Luneta).

Option 2. Take an LRT 1 Yellow Line going to Taft and get down at United Nations station, walk towards T.M. Kalaw. Walk towards Manila Bay through Rizal Park until you reach Roxas Boulevard (you will walk past Orosa Street and National Library). Cross Roxas Blvd, and walk until you reach Quirino Grandstand; behind it will be Manila Ocean Park.

Option 3. From Lawton/City Hall area, ride a jeepney going to Baclaran and get down at the Shell Station at the corner of M.H.Del Pilar and T.M.Kalaw. Walk towards Manila Bay through Rizal Park until you reach Roxas Boulevard (you will walk past Orosa Street and National Library). Cross Roxas Blvd, and walk until you reach Quirino Grandstand; behind it will be Manila Ocean Park.

Option 4. Along Roxas Boulevard, there are FX that are Sucat-Lawton. You can ride this and asked to be dropped at Luneta. Walk towards Manila Bay through Rizal Park until you reach Roxas Boulevard (you will walk past Orosa Street and National Library). Cross Roxas Blvd, and walk until you reach Quirino Grandstand; behind it will be Manila Ocean Park.

From Quezon City and Marikina:

Option 1. Take the LRT2 Purple Line and go down at Recto Station. From here, transfer to Doroteo Jose Station of LRT 1 Yellow Line and ride an LRT bound for Baclaran. Go down at United Nations Avenue walk towards T.M. Kalaw.Walk towards Manila Bay through Rizal Park until you reach Roxas Boulevard (you will walk past Orosa Street and National Library). Cross Roxas Blvd, and walk until you reach Quirino Grandstand; behind it will be Manila Ocean Park.

Option 2. From Cubao, you can ride a jeepney/FX that is bound for Quiapo and asked to be dropped at Rizal Avenue. Ride an LRT 1 bound for Baclaran via Doroteo Jose Station. Get down at United Nations Station and walk towards Manila Bay T.M. Kalaw. Walk towards Manila Bay through Rizal Park until you reach Roxas Boulevard (you will walk past Orosa Street and National Library). Cross Roxas Blvd, and walk until you reach Quirino Grandstand; behind it will be Manila Ocean Park.

Areas by the east side of Metro Manila (i.e. Pasig, Mandaluyong, Pateros etc):

Option 1. You can ride an MRT southbound to EDSA-Taft Station and transfer to the LRT1 via an elevated walkway to EDSA Station and ride an LRT bound for Monumento. Get down at United Nations Station and walk towards T.M. Kalaw. Walk towards Manila Bay through Rizal Park until you reach Roxas Boulevard (you will walk past Orosa Street and National Library). Cross Roxas Blvd, and walk until you reach Quirino Grandstand; behind it will be Manila Ocean Park.

Option 2. You can ride an MRT southbound to EDSA-Taft Station and from there ride a Quiapo/Divisoria bound jeepney via Taft Avenue. There are also buses from the south that are bound for Lawton, you can take that, get down at United Nations Station and walk towards T.M. Kalaw. Walk towards Manila Bay through Rizal Park until you reach Roxas Boulevard (you will walk past Orosa Street and National Library). Cross Roxas Blvd, and walk until you reach Quirino Grandstand; behind it will be Manila Ocean Park.

Option 3. You can also ride an MRT northbound to Cubao and transfer to LRT 2 Purple Line bound for Recto and ride an LRT 1 bound for Baclaran. Go down at United Nations Avenue and walk towards Manila Ocean Park. (This route is crazy and impractical, but it works).

From the south (Pasay, Makati, Paranaque and more southern area):

Option 1. Ride an FX or bus bound for Manila City Hall or Lawton and get down at Luneta. YWalk towards Manila Bay through Rizal Park until you reach Roxas Boulevard (you will walk past Orosa Street and National Library). Cross Roxas Blvd, and walk until you reach Quirino Grandstand; behind it will be Manila Ocean Park.

Option 2. From SM Mall of Asia or along Taft Avenue, take a jeepney bound for Divisoria either via Taft or Mabini route. Get down at Luneta. Walk towards Manila Bay through Rizal Park until you reach Roxas Boulevard (you will walk past Orosa Street and National Library). Cross Roxas Blvd, and walk until you reach Quirino Grandstand; behind it will be Manila Ocean Park.

Option 3. Ride the LRT 1 Yellow Line bound for United Nations Station and get down at United Nations Station and walk towards T.M. Kalaw. Walk towards Manila Bay through Rizal Park until you reach Roxas Boulevard (you will walk past Orosa Street and National Library). Cross Roxas Blvd, and walk until you reach Quirino Grandstand; behind it will be Manila Ocean Park.

Option 4. Around Makati and Pasay, ride Libertad-LRT or Buendia-LRT bound jeepneys or Ayala-Leveriza bound buses and get down at the LRT station. Ride either an LRT or jeepney along Taft Avenue and get down at United Nations Station or Luneta/Rizal Park. Walk towards Manila Bay through Rizal Park until you reach Roxas Boulevard (you will walk past Orosa Street and National Library). Cross Roxas Blvd, and walk until you reach Quirino Grandstand; behind it will be Manila Ocean Park.

Option 5. Along Roxas Boulevard, there are FX that are Sucat-Lawton. You can ride this and asked to be dropped at Luneta. Walk towards Manila Bay through Rizal Park until you reach Roxas Boulevard (you will walk past Orosa Street and National Library). Cross Roxas Blvd, and walk until you reach Quirino Grandstand; behind it will be Manila Ocean Park.

For private vehicles, Manila Ocean Park is accessible via Roxas Boulevard. If you are coming from the south, then turn left at T.M. Kalaw (you can see the US Embassy and Museong Pambata by your left side before you turn). If you are coming from the north, turn right before or after Luneta (this is Katigbak Drive or T.M. Kalaw, respectively). You will be guided by the signs leading to Manila Ocean Park.

Of course, you can ride a taxicab from any parts of Metro Manila and just mention to the driver to bring you to "Manila Ocean Park", "Quirino Grandstand", "Manila Ocean Park near Luneta", or"Manila Ocean Park near Rizal Park".

Here's a map going to Manila Ocean Park via its website (an alternative view via Google Maps):

(Source: http://www.metromaniladirections.com/2010/05/how-to-get-to-manila-ocean-park.html)

We are used to seeing him like this...

Now he's gonna be active and will run the race like we do!

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

Good Vibes everyone and Sweet Running! ^_^

Nathan Ridge Run Route Recon - A Sweet Sweat Experience

Last week, a fellow runner, friend and the Brand Associate for Nathan Sports Philippines, Mariel Flores sent me a message thru Facebook, inviting me to join a group of runners and travel bloggers on a route recon in Tagaytay Highlands on October 8, 2011. I looked at my work schedule and found out that I have work, but I'm on a night shift and this will happen on an early morning so I said yes and I felt so excited about it.

Evening before the recon day it was raining hard. I was actually thinking of not joining anymore because I don't want to get sick but then early morning came and I got no advise for a cancellation so I still joined in. I came in the earliest at R.O.X. and then one by own those familiar faces and some not very familiar came in after.

We had a stopover to get some breakfast before we went to Tagaytay Highlands. As we reach the destination the climate is becoming cooler and cooler. The sight is covered with fog so we really don't have a clear view of the outside. When we reach the entrance gate, the fog became thicker and we can barely see so the Security Guard told us to put the Van in hazard mode.

Tagaytay Highlands is a very beautiful place that is just around 45 minutes drive from Metro Manila. A very scenic, breathtaking place that is so rich in nature's abundance of greens and browns. The breath of fresh air is indeed very relaxing and the quietness is so tranquil, a true ambiance of serenity. A sweet escape from the busy roads of the City. Not to mention the great architectural designs of the houses and buildings surrounding it. It's just so beautiful!

A photo before going on the challenge! (Photo by: Rene Villarta)

After a short briefing we are now ready to test the road, a recon of the route where runners of Nathan Ridge Run will pass by. We started at the Sports Club. The first few meters I was still at the lead pack but as we slowly progress through, the route is becoming stiffer and stiffer that it was really so hard to catch up with their speed so I decided to just run at my own pace. Just after 1K I wanna stop and ride the support vehicle but something inside me is saying "No!".

Backshot by Running Atom, as if I was really running. Nah! Mostly I walked...

The route is so challenging! McKinley killer hills should be ashamed of himself for his title. I rarely had a moment on a flat terrain, and it was super foggy with a very light rainshowers which I think is a good climate if you're gonna run a route like this one. I was the third to the last runner but I don't care. I was breathing so heavily and I feel that hard stretch on my leg muscles. My heart pounds like a Mason hitting on a hard rock and my lungs wants to collapse.

My "wasak" moment captured. Thanks Running Atom!

At around 2.5 Kilometers, Leila, the Marketing Assistant of Nathan Sports Philippines asked me if I can still run, or if I want to ride on the support vehicle. She opened the door of the Van. The sight of the inside seat was so very inviting that I wanna hop in and make myself comfortable, but no. I will finish this one until the end, that I promised myself.

The lead pack were kind enough to wait for me in a flat terrain for a couple of minutes but when I arrived they started running up a much challenging route, a much stiffer, more challenging route going to the Peak!

Up there is the Peak. Might look easy, but definitely NOT!

Looking from the sight where I am located I was literally looking up. My body wants to give up because I am so tired, but the thrill of trying out a route like that excited my mind, and so I gave in to my minds desire. The thought that it was just near ceases when we run up and up as if there's no end to it. The support vehicle's engine is growling hard, indication that it is also taking in much effort to go up the stretch of the route.

After some time I saw the Peak closer and it gave me a boost to get to it. As we come near the route becomes stiffer, so walking is a great way to do it. Nearing the destination my runner friends were cheering for us, the last runners. We dramatized as if we are to podium finish a race. They were laughing hard at me, and it was a stress reliever!

When you reach the Peak you can see the whole Tagaytay Highlands and believe me, it's more breathtaking to view from there than from below. The 3.5K run, or should I say hard walk, feels like I did a 16K LSD at Bonifacio High Street to Lawton, and worse. We had a few moments to rest, chat and ofcourse, take some beautiful photos!

Travel and Runner Bloggers took in the challenge!

After the run, we had a hearty lunch at the Sport Club. We had a nice conversation and sharing of ideas. Then we went out to try the Cable Car and the train. We were shouting and laughing so hard as if it was like we were in a high school field trip. Here are some of the photos I took using my iPhone.

The Cable Car. So slow so it's safe! ^_^

The train going down, suprisingly slow as well. ^_^

The Train after we unloaded.

The very elite Golf Course.

All I can say is that it is one of the most enjoyable trips I ever had and it was made even special because I was with my runner friends, and I get to meet new friends along as well. Thank you so much Mariel Flores and the rest of the Team Nathan Sports Philippines for letting me experience this event. It was a very happy and memorable experience that will indeed make my life sweeter!

For those of you who are Nature lovers, challenge seekers, risk takers or just grew tired of the usual Metro Manila races, I highly recommend Nathan Ridge Run to you!

I'll post the race details soon! Watch out for it!

Good Vibes everyone and Sweet Running! ^_^

Adobo Run After Dark 2011

Looking for a different race? A race that will kick off at night, that runners are encouraged to wear costumes, enjoy the route and party hard after? Well, here's one race you can't afford to miss!

ADOBO RUN AFTER DARK 2011
Aseana City, Macapagal Blvd., Pasay City (near MOA)
October 29, 2011


EVENT CONCEPT

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.


REGISTRATION

Manual registration – Oct. 3 to 23, 2011 
Runnr Trinoma, Tobyʼs EDSA Shangri-La Mall, R.O.X. Bonifacio High Street

On-line registration – Sep 1 to Oct 23, 2011
(delivery of race kits starts on Oct 3, 2011) 
www.adoborun.runningmate.ph


RACE DISTANCES, FEES & INCLUSIONS

Race Category	Registration Fee	Race Inclusions
3K Costume Run	Php750	Race singlet, Runningmate Timing Chip, Bib Number, Finisherʼs Certificate,Loot Bag, Party Stub
5K	Php750	Race singlet, Runningmate Timing Chip, Bib Number, Finisherʼs Certificate, Loot Bag, Party Stub, Finisherʼs Medal (For top 500 finishers only)
15K	Php750	Race singlet, Runningmate Timing Chip, Bib Number, Finisherʼs Certificate, Loot Bag, Party Stub, Finisherʼs Medal (For top 500 finishers only)

ASSEMBLY & GUNSTART TIMES

Race Category	Assembly Time	Gun Start
3K Costume Run	7:00PM	8:00PM
5K	7:00PM	8:20PM
15K	7:00PM	9:00PM

SINGLET DESIGN

 (The lower back part is reflectorized! Great to wear on evening training runs! ^_^)

RACE MAPS

LOOT BAG

Wonder what's gonna be inside! ^_^

FINISHERS MEDAL

Believe me, this medal is HUGE!

PRIZES

(Mens and Womens Category)

CATEGORIES	1st Place	2nd Place	3rd Place
3K	Php 3,000.00	Php 2,000.00	Php 1,000.00
5K	Php 5,000.00	Php 3,000.00	Php 2,000.00
5K	Php 7,000.00	Php 5,000.00	Php 3,000.00
Best Costume	Php 10,000.00

For more information:
log on to www.adobomagazine.com/adoborun
email adoborun@yahoo.com
contact 0905-3861076

Good Vibes everyone and Sweet Running! ^_^

Runrio Trilogy - Unilab Run United 3

This is it! I know you guys are excited about the last leg of the Runrio Trilogy. And I know you won't dare miss this race, especially if you are completing this 3 sought-after race event of the year. Wee! Even I am so excited about this!

RUNRIO TRILOGY LEG 3: RUN UNITED 3 
November 13, 2011 
SM Mall of Asia

REGISTRATION VENUES 

Online registration period is from October 3 to 30, 2011 only.
Delivery of race kits will start on October 10, 2011.
Regular In-store registration period is from October 7 to 30, 2011 Late In-store registration period is from October 31 to November 6, 2011

• RUNNR BGC – G/F Bonifacio High Street, Taguig City (1pm – 8pm) 
• RUNNR Shangri-la Mall– inside Toby’s Sports ARENA, G/F Shangri-la Mall, Shaw Blvd. (1pm–8pm) 
• Planet Sports Glorietta – 2F Glorietta 3, Makati City (1pm – 8pm) 
• The Athlete’s Foot Alabang Town Center, Muntinlupa City (1pm – 8pm) 
• Planet Sports Trinoma – 2nd level, Trinoma cor. North EDSA, Quezon City (1pm – 8pm) 
• The Athlete’s Foot Robinsons Galleria – 3F Robinsons Galleria, Ortigas Pasig City (1pm – 8pm) 
• Unilab Head Office

REGISTRATION FEES

Race Category	Registration Fee	Race Inclusions
Ceelin 500m Dash for Kids	Php250	Unilab Active Health Kit, Race Kits (Bib No. & Timing Chip), Finisher’s Kit & Discount Coupon from Toby’s, RUNNR & Planet Sports.
3K	Php500	Unilab Active Health Kit, Race Kits (Bib No. & Timing Chip), Finisher’s Kit, Race Analysis & Discount Coupon from Toby’s, RUNNR & Planet Sports.
5K	Php600	Unilab Active Health Kit, Race Kits (Bib No. & Timing Chip), Finisher’s Kit, Race Analysis & Discount Coupon from Toby’s, RUNNR & Planet Sports.
10K	Php600	Unilab Active Health Kit, Race Kits (Bib No. & Timing Chip), Finisher’s Kit, Race Analysis & Discount Coupon from Toby’s, RUNNR & Planet Sports.
15K	Php700	Unilab Active Health Kit, Race Kits (Bib No. & Timing Chip), Finisher’s Kit, Race Analysis & Discount Coupon from Toby’s, RUNNR & Planet Sports.
21K	Php750	Unilab Active Health Kit, Race Kits (Bib No. & Timing Chip), Finisher’s Kit, Race Analysis & Discount Coupon from Toby’s, RUNNR & Planet Sports. 21K Finisher’s Shirt and Medal.
32K	Php900	Unilab Active Health Kit, Race Kits (Bib No. & Timing Chip), Finisher’s Kit, Race Analysis & Discount Coupon from Toby’s, RUNNR & Planet Sports. 32K Finisher’s Shirt and Medal.

ASSEMBLY AND GUN START TIMES

Race Category	Assembly Time	Gun Start	Cut Off Time
Ceelin 500m Dash for Kids	6:30AM	TBA	N/A
3K	4:00AM	TBA	TBA
5K	4:00AM	TBA	TBA
10K	4:00AM	TBA	TBA
15K	4:00AM	TBA	TBA
21K	4:00AM	TBA	TBA
32K	4:00AM	TBA	TBA

SINGLET DESIGN

RACE MAPS

(Coming soon. Please check back for updates...)



32K PROPOSED FINISHER'S SHIRT DESIGN

One of these 3 designs will be the Run United 3 Official 32KM Finisher’s Shirt:

 

32K FINISHERS MEDAL

 21K FINISHERS MEDAL

Please take note: I encourage everyone to register early on as this race tends to get sold out fast and no extended registration will be entertained after the 20K targeted runners are reached or the registration closes, whichever comes first. Thank you!

IMPORTANT REMINDERS: 

• 500M is open to 5-12 years old. Parent / Guardian must be present during registration. 
• Registration may end earlier than announced deadline therefore, race kits may run out before November 6, 2011. 
• A valid ID must be presented upon registration. 
• For group registration, a photocopy of any valid ID must be presented by the representative. 
• Singlet size availability will be on a first come first served basis. 
• A timing device will be used by all participants during the race. 
• Finisher’s kits will be given upon finishing the race. 

For you concerns, please contact (CALL ONLY) any of the following RunRio hotline numbers (10am – 6pm, Monday to Friday CALL ONLY) :

• Globe 0916 5709220 / 0906 2237330 
• Smart 0929 7178164 / 0947 5323737 
• Landline (632) 703-1736 

RunRio Email Addresses: Timing and Race Results: runriotiming@gmail.com
Pre-Race Kits: runrio.racekits@gmail.com
Other concerns and Feedback: runriofeedback@gmail.com

Good Vibes everyone and Sweet Running! ^_^