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#TaleOfTheTrail Mount Bidawan / Ave Maria Shrine (1,120 MASL), Poblacion, Itogon, Benguet
Mount Bidawan / Ave Maria is a 4-5 kilometer climb from Poblacion, Itogon, Benguet. Continue reading
#TaleOfTheTrail Breaking Down Amihan 50 Trail Ultra Route
Amihan 50 Trail Ultra is definitely a tough race but it’s also among the more rewarding and memorable ones. It’s racing on unli mode with climbs, descents and scenic attraction that’s both satisfying and fulfilling. #TaleOfTheTrail breaks down the route the 50K route for the race. Continue reading
Itogonia Wild Country Trail Run
Run Wild, Run Free and Run Happy and that’s how it was running Itogonia. The route featured both the nostalgic yellow trails of Camp John Hay and the unexplored Itogon trails for the longer distances. It was not an easy run as the technical descent on wet surfaces and unlimited climbs added to the spice of the run. Continue reading
#TaleOfTheTrail Itogonia (Itogon, Benguet)
Itogonia Wild Country Trail Run will definitely give you a wild country ride across jaw-dropping descents, steep climbs and a lot of visual treats of the greens of Itogon. Here’s a #TaleOfTheTrail View of the 16K route of the run. Continue reading
Cordillera Mountain Ultra 2017
I’ve been keeping it wild since Cordillera Conservation Trust started showcasing the beauty of the Cordillera for the past 3 years. It’s definitely the toughest and most scenic 50 kilometer distance with a whopping 3,000 freaking meters worth of elevation from Dalupirip to the peak of Mount Ugo. Continue reading
Cordillera Mountain Run 2016
Cordillera Mountain Run was a key race for me. It was a beautiful course with the mountains and Agno river enveloped by the clouds. The climb felt endless but the scenic masterpiece around you made the struggle worth it. It’s a character-defining race and I’m glad I was able to dig deep to survive this one. #CordilleraMountainRun #KeepItWild Continue reading
#TaleOfTheTrail Dalupirip – Bantik (Itogon, Benguet)
Dalupirip is the starting point of the Cordillera Mountain Ultra both for the 21K and 50K categories on June 5, 2016. The Dalupirip – Bantik stretch is a rolling course for most parts and ends with a vertical kilometer heading to Bantik. The beauty of the route is it goes you a view of the nearby mountain ranges and the Agno River. Continue reading
Sta Fe Trail Run
There are no wasted moments when it comes to Sta Fe Trail Run. Each part of the trail will have your eyes feasted with the raw beauty of nature that includes a rich Pine Tree infested Forest, a ridge-view of the mountain ranges and the Ampucao Ridge. That beauty comes with a struggle as you have to huff and puff your way to steep climbs and brave the descents, which would leave you stronger and satisfied as you cross the finish line. Continue reading
#TaleOfTheTrail Ampucao – Sta Fe Trail (Ampucao, Itogon, Benguet)
It’s not an easy trail but as you struggle catching your breath climbing about 500 meters worth of elevation, you get mesmerized by the scenery that surrounds you. You get the Pine Tree rich trails that would keep you shaded on the early part. There’s the long ridge path that you’d love to run with a scenic backdrop of the mountains. There’s the Ampucao / Philex Ridge which gives you a panoramic view of the whole area. There’s Mount Ulap showcasing a lush green surface and about 1,858 MASl worth of natural attractions. It’s definitely a trail that will keep your eyes feasted with every struggling stride you make. Continue reading
Incoming Sta Fe Trail Run 2016
It’s gonna be Trail-rrefic and Trail-lengging 2016!!! Open your 2016 race calendar with a race that has the majestic Philex Ridge view as a reward after climbs that would seem like forever. Sta Fe Run is a half marathon distance run set at Ampucao, Itogon, Benguet on January 17, 2016. The climb will literally take your breath away but the views at the top will make you feel breathless at the natural beauty of the surroundings. Register Now and start the year on a high note. #santafe21 #frontrunnermagph Continue reading