Filipino Ultra Marathon Solo Joiner April 13, 2025 Camarinus Sur, Philippines
Altra Bicol 50 Ultramarathon Race Event Schedule Apr. 12-14, 2025 (my itinerary):
This Fun Run served as my Second trail and Third road ULTRAMARATHON (50KM) as a Solo Joiner, following the Luneta to Tagaytay Ultramarathon (60KM) last Mar. 2025, My main objective is just to finish the race (beating my previous PR is optional), I want to enjoy the run at my own pace.
Race Name: ALTRA BICOL 50 2025 Distance Joined: ULTRA MARATHON TRAIL (50KM)
Registration / Inclusion: PHP 3,040 (early bird) / Race bib, Event Shirt, Finisher's Medal, Post Race Meal
Location: PANICUASON, NAGA CITY (one-loop) Cut-off Time: 13-Apr-2025 Sun 0200H-2000H (18 hours)
Finished: NO Time: 09:05:24 (DNF) Pace: DNF ITRA: 3 points UTMB: XXX
New PR: N/A Elevation Gain: 3,158m Rank: DNF
Qualification: (1) Must be at least 18 years old on race day. (2) Must have completed a 42 Km or higher distance road or trail run between January 2024 and March 2025. (3) Must be physically fit and in good health supported by a medical certificate with a clearly stated “fit to run” not later than six (6) months before the event.
Route difficulty: Difficult one-loop route, not good for beginners. Lots of lost route markers on the 1st 37km, as such, lots of DNFs also. The last 10km final push to Mt. Isarog is brutal, very high total elevation gain of around 1,400m for just 5km distance from base to summit.
Remarks (My rating: 1 of 5 stars): (1) Lots of lost route markers on the 1st 37km, as such, lots of DNF runners also. (2) Somehow organized, started on time. Minimal refreshments in the water stops. (3) Event shirt and finisher medal design is ok. (4) Food meal after race has no plate, bring you own. (5) decided to DNF due to the burdening inner knee pain, challenging route direction and scorching weather
If given the chance, do I like to join this race again? No (enough for the experience)
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| Ultramarathon Trail (50KM DNF) Solo Joiner; Altra 50 Bicol 2025 |
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| Ultramarathon Trail (50KM DNF) Solo Joiner; Altra 50 Bicol 2025 |
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| Ultramarathon Trail (50KM DNF) Solo Joiner; Altra 50 Bicol 2025 |
Event Schedule:
April 13 Sun 11am: Kit Claiming / Race Briefing
April 13 Sun 2am: Start Time
April 13 Sun 12pm: cut-off time (10hr@37km)
April 13 Sun 8pm: 50hr Finish Time (18 hours)
THINGS TO BRING:
A. During the trail run…
1. Hydration vest (10li capacity minimum) / Hydration Volume (1li capacity minimum)
2. Smart phone (fully charge) / Powerbank / Spare batteries
3. Emergency Whistle / Rain jacket
4. Blinkers (red and white only) / Primary Headlamp/torch/light / Back-up Headlamp/torch/light
B. Mandatory for myself to bring / apply…
1. Hydration pack with 1li Gatorade only
2. Fully-charged Garmin watch
3. Petroleum Jelly / Ointment
4. Leg sleeve support / Arm sleeve support
5. Buff / Bandana / Philippine Flag
6. Cash / ID / Wallet
7. Candies / Sweets / Energy Gels
Preparation:
Altra Bicol 50 50km = ₱3.040 (early bird) Bus Fare (one-way) = ₱1,234 (ac w/ cr)
TOTAL: ₱4,274
Day 0: April 11 Friday BUS DEPARTURE
1730H ETD Home; commute to Cubao 61
1900H ETA Raymond Bus Terminal Cubao
2230H ETD Cubao; Raymond bus (2 hrs delayed)
TOTAL: ₱61
Day 1: April 12 Saturday PREPARATION
1030H ETA Naga; lunch 65; walk to City Hall
1100H Gear Checking / Race Kit Claiming; Sampaguita Tourist Inn ₱400; snacks 117
1800H E-jeep to Panicuason 43; snacks 123; Ultra Trail Run Packing / Preparation
TOTAL: ₱748
Day 2: April 13 Sunday ULTRA TRAIL
0200H RACE START
1000H 31KM Decided DNF due to knee pain, challenging route direction, scorching weather
Total Distance done / Elevation Gain: 31km / 1,187masl
1200H ETD Panicuason; jeep to Central 37; Snacks 187; tricycle to Bus terminal 15
1530H bus back to Cubao 875; dinner 224
TOTAL: ₱1,338
Day 0: April 14 Monday GOING HOME
0200H ETA Cubao; commute to home 35
TOTAL: ₱35
GRAND TOTAL: ₱4,274 + ₱2,182 = ₱6,456
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| Ultramarathon Trail (50KM DNF) Solo Joiner; Altra 50 Bicol 2025 |
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| Ultramarathon Trail (50KM DNF) Solo Joiner; Altra 50 Bicol 2025 |
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| Ultramarathon Trail (50KM DNF) Solo Joiner; Altra 50 Bicol 2025 |
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| Ultramarathon Trail (50KM DNF) Solo Joiner; Altra 50 Bicol 2025 |
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Ultramarathon Trail (50KM DNF) Solo Joiner; Altra 50 Bicol 2025
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| Ultramarathon Trail (50KM DNF) Solo Joiner; Altra 50 Bicol 2025 |
50KM DNF 2025 ALTRA BICOL ULTRA TRAIL
My 1st year anniversary of fun running is my 2nd Mountain Trail Ultramarathon failure due to the burdening inner knee pain, challenging route direction and scorching weather. Total elevation gain of 1,173m, 48 hours recovery time.
My will is strong but my knees were far too weak. Proud Slow Runner achievement.
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