The rice capital One of the places in the north that I found to be full of surprises is Nueva Ecija. With its vast fields, breathtaking views of the Sierra Madre mountain range, old churches, and National Parks, I can say that this province is more than just “The Rice Granary of the Philippines.” Curious to […]
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I’m on Youtube! Announcing Bald Trekker TV
A blogger vlogging, or a vlogging blogger. Maybe a vlogger blogging? This is confusing… Yes! I’ve been making videos, documenting my epic rides on Youtube since last year and I decided to go further than that. In spite my current injury, I opted to add more online content. I may be in rehab mode for […]
Philippine Bicycle Demo Day
It’s the most wonderful time of the year for bike enthusiasts (and no I’m not talking about Christmas). This year I got a chance to be invited in the Philippine Bicycle Demo Day which was held in Filinvest City, Alabang. Still fresh from an almost 3 month break from work and outdoor stuff due to […]
Bikepacking: Manila to Bolinao, Pangasinan (294kms)
Distance: 294 Kms Days cycled/Hours to complete: 2.5 days/28hours Saddle time: 17 hours Travel time back to Manila by bus: cutan – Multinational – Baclaran Manila: Luneta – Intramuros – Binondo – Monumento Valenzuela: Malanday Bulacan: Meycauayan – Marilao – Bocaue – Balagtas – Guiguinto – Malolos […]
Solo ride to the Cambodia Land Mine Museum
Siem Reap is a one of the most bike friendly places I’ve been to and that’s what made me like this place even more. You can go from point A to point B without stepping on a gas pedal or hailing a cab. And like what they always say, “Do as the Romans do” so I […]
Crossing Chao Phraya River to Wat Arun (The Temple of Dawn)
Fresh from my tour around Wat Pho where the Reclining Buddha resides, I took a 2 minute walk to the docks of Tha Tien market to cross Chao Phraya River and visit the majestic Temple of Dawn or Wat Arun. Its main feature is the Khmer style tower which can be seen from afar. Too […]
Visiting Wat Pho (Temple of the Reclining Buddha)
After visiting the Grand Palace, I continued my journey in the Thai capital to see more popular temples near where I was staying, one of which is Wat Pho where it houses the famous Reclining Buddha. It was still a hot afternoon when I took a 10 minute walk to the temple. I paid 100 Baht […]
Temple tripping in Bangkok: Inside the Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew
Bangkok is an amazing city to wander around because its bustling districts, colorful tuktuks, towering temples, and delicious food. With its vibrant attractions and people with genuine smiles, it is considered as one of Southeast Asia’s ideal gateway to travelers. I’ve been planning to visit some parts of the Indochina region on my own and […]
Cycling & Art: Solo ride around Angono and Binangonan
My usual route when cycling on a good Sunday morning from home is mostly southbound. I may ride several laps in Lakefront, head to Alabang and hit the Filinvest trails, or go farther to ride along Daang Hari road and then enjoy the tracks of Vermosa Bike Skills Park. Growing up in Paranaque, I always […]
The Mystical Cave in Antipolo
1970- Inday Nelly Deles was 7 years old when she woke up from a vivid dream. She had been seeing visions of a cave which quite fascinated her. She eventually left Iloilo to travel across the country in search for the cave in her dreams. She ended up in a sitio in one of the barangays in Antipolo […]
Epic MTB Ride: The Laguna Loop (200 kms via Jala-jala)
My friends and I have been planning to circumnavigate the lake through mountain passes, and national highways on a bike. After a few months of scheduling, map research, and hesitations, it came down to two brave souls who have decided to finally conquer one of the difficult bike rides in the South. The popular Laguna Loop. […]