Incoming: CIHM and Corregidor Marathon 2014

CIHM 2012 Photo by Lem So, Pinoyfitness.com

Read about: Corregidor International Half Marathon 2012 and Corregidor International Half Marathon 2011

Corregidor has a special seat in history being the Fort that guards the entry point of Manila during World War 2 and a home for the souls of the valiant people who protected the Rock.   It also holds a special seat in the hearts and minds of those who dared take the Corregidor International Half Marathon.  I’ve been in two half marathons in the island. It’s been a tradition already and remains to be my most memorable one.  It’s a race like no other that unites various type of athlete pitted not just against the distance but also pitted against the rock.  The rock is no easy course and the first time I tried it out in 2011, I cramped 3 times though I somehow found a way to finish the distance and in 2012, I run it at a managed paced and still punishing.

What makes Corregidor special? 

One is the terrain with Uphell climbs that spelled with HELL and definitely feels like one. Then you have the scorching heat of the mid morning sun as a silent witness to the valiant effort of the participants.  Then you have the eerie Corregidor atmosphere that comes with its history.  Then there’s history right in front of your eyes with the Malinta Tunnel, Ruins of the Mile Long Barracks and Hospital, the Lighthouse and a lot of batteries and old structures across the course.   Then there’s nature at its finest from the scenic views in the trails and to the breathtaking site of Ocean as seen in the foot of Corregidor.  There’s also Team Corregidor taking care of you with the right amount of hydration and food supplement all over the course.  It’s a physical and mental challenge, a visual delight, an educational journey and character building session all rolled into one.  This is what makes crossing the finish line sweet and satisfying and once you’ve crossed that line, it starts the new anticipation of getting back at the island again.

10 Rock-Hard Reasons to Join the Corregidor Marathon and the 4^th Corregidor International Half-Marathon

# 10    Corregidor is so near Manila, but away from the city chaos

# 9      Corregidor is traffic-free, smog-free

# 8      Run through history

# 7      Race shirt, Finisher’s Medal, Finisher’s Medallion, Massive 42K Finisher’s Medallion, Limited edition Jacket

# 6      Ferry ride, identical gears

# 5      “Hardest” race in the country being an All-terrain race

# 4      CM & CIHM is the perfect year-opener for runners aiming to start the year with a bang

# 3      Cross the finish line with the view of the infinity line

# 2      Corregidor offers runners the best possible way to cool down after a challenging race – taking a plunge in the Corregidor beach

# 1      CM & CIHM are both for serious and fun runners, the two races are loaded with fun

Few more slots remaining for the CM 42K, 5K Blitz, 3K Thrill, CIHM 21K, and 10K Challenge. Race registration ends on January 3, 2014. Message us thru our FB fan pages “Corregidor Marathon” and “Corregidor International Half-Marathon”.

Corregidor Marathon

January 11, 2014 – From the tradition of CIHM comes another race that’s meant to be a challenge and a journey from 88 brave souls who’s going to do the full marathon distance and that’s double the effort of the usual CIHM and this one is going to be historic.  The first 88 are going to be legends for being the first to conquer the Full Mary distance in the Rock.   The Corregidor Marathon is not exclusive to the 88 legends.  It’s also an arena for those who want to experience a small dose of the island with 150 slots each for the 5K Thrill and the 3K Blitz Category also happening on the same day.

• Registration Fee:
  • Marathon – P6,000 (88 Participants only) inclusive of the following:
    • Roundtrip ferry to and from Corregidor
    • Pre-Race Carbo Dinner buffet
    • Full lunch buffet on race day
    • RFID timing chip
    • Personalized CM Dri-fit Race Shirt
    • CM backpack
    • CM Finisher’s Medallion
    • CM Rank-indicated Finisher’s Trophy
    • Runners’ Briefing (Nov 30 and Dec 1)
    • Complementary weekly strength and conditioning training session
    • P1,000 SOLEUS Gift Voucher
  • 5K Blitz and 3K Thrill – P2,500 (150 participants each category) inclusive of the following:
    • Roundtrip ferry to and from Corregidor
    • Full lunch buffet on race day
    • Race bib w/ RFID timing chip
    • CM Dri-fit Race Shirt
    • CM Race sling bag
    • Finisher’s Medal
    • Runners’ Briefing (Nov 30 and Dec 1)
    • Digital Finisher’s Certificate
    • P1,000 SOLEUS Gift Voucher
      • For 5K Blitz & 3K Thrill race participants wishing to attend the Carbo-loading Dinner (Dec 6), Carbo Dinner ticket may be availed at P250.00 on Nov 30 & Dec 1 during the Runners’ Briefing.

• Qualifying Time:
  • Marathon

    First time Marathoners must have run a 21K race within 2:30 (male) or 3:00 (female).

  • 5K Blitz and 3K Thrill – No qualifying time
    

• Registration Procedure (3K and 5K may exclude the following steps with *)
  • Visit and “Like” the Facebook fan page “Corregidor Marathon”. Check whether your most recent race finish time complies to the age-bracket specified qualifying time (see “About” in the fan page)*
  • Pay the corresponding race registration fee by way of a bank deposit at any BDO branch using the following details:
    • BDO Checking Account
    • Account Name: Big Big Big Inc.
    • Account Number: 000410417114
  • For our international participants, as follows are the details when depositing corresponding race registration fee through bank transfer
    • BDO (Banco de Oro Unibank, Inc.)
    • Branch details: 041 Bel-Air
    • Swift Code: BNORPHMM
    • Acct details: Checking Account
    • Account Name: Big Big Big, Inc.
    • Account Number: 000410417114
  • Submit to the Corregidor Marathon FB fan page the following via direct message:
    • photofile or scanned copy of the deposit slip (with your full name written on it)
    • digital copy of 2 photos (1 headshot and 1 in running action)*
    • photo file or scanned copy of any gov’t issued ID indicating name and birthdate*
    • photo file or scanned copy of duly filled up and signed 2-page race registration form (downloadable from the FB fan page)
    • in MS Word or PDF format: short resume detailing biographic details, years into running, races participated in, and occupation
  • Once race registration is validated, you will receive in 48 hours your race inclusion confirmation via email.

• Prizes for Marathon
  • Overall Winner – P30,000 (Top Male and Female)
  • Top Age Groupers – Certificate of Achievement

Corregidor International Half Marathon

January 12, 2014 – The CIHM returns with 300 slots for the 21K distance and 200 slots for the 10K distance.  Expect another roller coaster worth of elevation as the rock stars re-conquer their turf once again and a fresh set of people take their first shot at a soon to be memorable encounter with the Rock.  Explore the historic reins of the island in running style and you’ll have a story you can tell people for ages to come.

• Registration Fee:
  • Half Marathon – P3,000 (300 Participants only) inclusive of the following:
    • Roundtrip ferry to and from Corregidor
    • Full lunch buffet on race day
    • Race bib w/ RFID timing chip
    • CIHM Dri-fit Race Shirt
    • CIHM Race sling bag
    • CIHM Finisher’s Medallion
    • Runners’ Briefing (Nov 30 and Dec 1)
    • CIHM Post-Race Victory Party
    • CIHM Digital Finisher’s Certificate
    • P1,000 SOLEUS Gift Voucher
  • 10K Challenge – P2,700 (200 participants only) inclusive of the following:
    • Roundtrip ferry to and from Corregidor
    • Full lunch buffet on race day
    • Race bib w/ RFID timing chip
    • CIHM Dri-fit Race Shirt
    • CIHM Race sling bag
    • 10k Achiever Medal
    • Runners’ Briefing (Nov 30 and Dec 1)
    • CIHM Post-Race Victory Party
    • 10K Challenge Digital Finisher’s Certificate
    • P1,000 SOLEUS Gift Voucher
      • For Half Marathon & 10K Challenge race participants wishing to attend the Carbo-loading Dinner (Dec 6), Carbo Dinner ticket may be availed at P250.00 on Nov 30 & Dec 1 during the Runners’ Briefing.

• Qualifying Time:
  • Half Marathon
    • Male: 2:30, Female 3:00 
    • First Time Half Marathoners
      • 10K Time: 1:15 Male and 1:30 Female
    • CIHM Alumni – 100 wildcard slots without qualifying time
  • 10K Challenge – No Qualifying Time

• Registration Procedure
  • Pay the corresponding race registration fee by way of a bank deposit at any BDO branch using the following details:
    • BDO Checking Account
    • Account Name: Big Big Big, Inc.
    • Account Number: 000410417114 
  • For international participants, as follows are the details when depositing corresponding race registration fee through bank transfer:
    • BDO (Banco de Oro Unibank, Inc.)Branch details: 041 Bel-Air
    • Swift Code: BNORPHMM
    • Acct details: Checking Account
    • Account Name: Big Big Big, Inc.
    • Account Number: 000410417114 
  • Visit and “Like” the Facebook fan page “Corregidor International Half-Marathon”. Submit a photofile or scanned copy of the deposit slip (with your full name written on it) to the Fan Page by way of a direct message. Wait for an alpha-numeric code reply to your message. This code CAN NOT be shared with another person.
  • Log on to www.corregidor21.runningmate.ph to complete registration for the race. In order to validate the race registration transaction, you must provide the assigned alpha-numeric code on the space provided in the on-line registration form.

• Once race registration is validated, you will receive in 48 hours your race inclusion confirmation via email.

• Prizes for Half Marathon
  • Overall Winner – Certificate of Achievement and Winners Plaque (Top Male and Female)

Book with Sun Cruises

• After receiving your confirmation, immediately contact Sun Cruises (8am to 5pm – Mon to Fri; 8am to 12nn Sat) at 5275555 loc 4511 and 4512, 0917-5459917, 0917-8084641, 0922-8475418 to book for ferry trip schedules.

• Indicate the desired trip schedule:

From Manila to Corregidor

a) Overnight – departure on January 11 @ 1:00pm

b) Day trip – departure on January 12 @ 5:00am

Return from Corregidor to Manila

a) departure on January 12 @ 2:30pm (priority for Overnight CM & CIHM participants)

b) departure on January 12 @ 6:00pm (priority for Day trip CIHM participants)

Your desired schedule is subject to first-come, first-served basis.

• For those traveling with noncompeting companions, you may avail of Sun Cruisesʼ regular tour package at P2,300/person. Please contact Sun Cruises if availing of this.

• If applicable, make accommodations reservation with Sun Cruises (only registered participants will be given reservations; maximum of 1 room per participant only). Pay the appropriate accommodations booking amount through the payment mode advised by Sun Cruises.

Runners Briefing

On Nov 30 & Dec 1 (as advised through email by Team Corregidor) at Galileia Events Place in 100 Miles Café, Fort Strip, BGC attend the Runners’ Briefing, pick-up the race pack, and claim the Boarding Pass and/or Accommodations Booking ticket from Sun Cruises.  Anyone may pick up your kit at Runners’ Briefing from 1pm to 8pm. They may be asked for identification and your signed authorization note.

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