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| Sea of Red |
It was literally a
sea of red as around 8,000 runners flocked the streets Bonifacio Global City
during the 2011 Nike Run Manila last Saturday. When the race was launched last
month I was already anticipating a big turnout for the said event. Imagined for
only 650 you get a really nice dri-fit shirt and water bottle from Nike. The
finishers kit also come with a nice bag (may pang-Divisoria na ako). The 2GB
USB has to wait though due to some delay in production.
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| HHWWPSSP Holding Hands While Walking Pa-Sway Sway Pa - sign ng DTNL |
Since I signed up
early for the half marathon for the Adidas 2011 King of the Road, I didn't set
any goals or personal records that I want to achieved for the said race. I
just treated this as sort of training for my upcoming Adidas 21K race. This is
actually my first night race, so me and my friends just enjoyed the leisurely
run/walk.
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| Pardon the blurry night shot of BGC skyline, I was actually running when I took this picture. |
Much has been said
for the said event, from positive to negative reactions. Anyway here are some few
observations for the said event:
- A wave should have
been implemented in the starting line since there is there is only one category.
The route eventually become crowded that made it difficult for
some participants to run freely.
- Just loved the
songs that were played during the run. If I can remember Party Rock Anthem and
Move Like Jagger were played during the warm-up at the starting line. Parang
party lang.:)
- The hydration
stations were set-up nicely and sufficient enough to hydrate
everyone.
- There were some
parts that were poorly lighted. I think it is the 8K-9K area the road
leading to Kalayaan Ave. It's so dark that I accidentally
bumped into some runners.
- Just as any
other running event the baggage area were pretty chaotic. Nothing new there. I
already expected this, buti na lang may dalang kotse yung mga running buddies
ko.
- As for the
finishers kit, there were none. Aside from the Powerade and bottled water you
get a promissory note saying that there were some delays on the production of the
thumb drive. I just wished they could've announced it on an earlier date, these
just cause some
disappointments for some runners. Tsaka sayang sa
papel.:p
- Parokya ni
Edgar, Sandwich and Chicosci definitely rocks in the post race event. We weren't
able to watch the concert though as we were busy munching on our Crispy Bacon
Melt at the Fort Strip.
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| Parokya ni Edgar |
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| Sugod by Sandwich |
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| Chicosci |
Despite
of some shortcomings from organizers and fellow participants, the event wasn't that bad
at all. Overall we enjoyed the run. I'm already looking forward to a better
Nike We Run Manila next year.
4 comments:
I lurve the title! First Of Summer lang ;p Haven't done a night run. Sounds more enticing than the morning ones coz it can get really hot. But I guess, that's part of the challenge too.
@Pinay Travel Junkie haha don ko nga kinuha ung title..dubista ka din pala.:) Ok ang night run malamig.
night race? may ganyan pala.. ngayon ko lang nalaman na may night race!! hahaha ang naive ko..
hanep naman sa freebies.. dry shirt at drinking bottle from nike!!! at may after party pa.. parokya ni edgar!!!!! yun nga lang sayang yung USB.. sabagay ipapadala naman nila yun..
@joan | the backpack chronicles haha may upcoming na night run from Energizer sa Nov. 5,baka gusto mo i-try.Not sure lang kung ongoing pa rin registration.
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