Get inspired to run by the newest running shoes to hit the Philippine Market: Saucony(www.saucony.com). Now available at Riovana, the Sole of Running, Saucony is one of the best known brands when it comes to high performance footwear. Founded in 1898 in Kutztown, Pennsylvania, Saucony lives up to its commitment of inspiring runners, by continuously developing innovative shoe designs to compliment each and every need of all runners out there. Saucony is the powerhouse behind groundbreaking technologies like the Flexion Plate, ProGrid, Arch-Lock and ViziPro, all of which have contributed much in helping runners find their own strength, which is incidentally the current campaign of the brand.

Among the models exclusively distributed by Riovana are: the ProGrid Kinvara2, the popular choice for both men and women when it comes to minimalist trainers built for everyday use. Super light, flexible and breathable, it redefines the next generation trainers. On the other hand, the Grid Type A5, is a lightweight racing pair that offers improved traction so that you won’t miss a step. Perfect for men and women who just got into the running habit. Lastly, the Power Grid Hurricane, a must-have for men who want to gain top speed, reminiscent of the product’s namesake. This model offers a super cushioned footing that allows one to race mile after mile at top speed with the greatest of ease.

Hurry! Don’t miss this chance to try out the shoe brand that lives and breathes the spirit of running for a most heightened experience: Saucony.
Check out Saucony at the Riovana Branches at the Lower Ground Floor, Active Fun Building, 9th avenue corner 28th street at the Bonifacio Global City, near Honda BGC and at the 3rd Floor of Regis Center Building, Loyola Heights, Quezon City in front of Ateneo De Manila University.

For more details, visit www.riovana.com. Like us on Facebook: RiovanaPhilippines and follow us on twitter: RiovanaPH for the latest updates.

Philippines, DATE – A different pair of feet, a different shoe mould, a different fit but the same dream experience. The LunarEclipse+ 2 is set to offer runners the perfect customized fit with the introduction of Dynamic Fit Technology.

Created in Nike’s Innovation Kitchen and Sports Research Lab, Dynamic Fit is designed to eliminate the space between the foot and the shoe for a customized fit that feels like the ‘second skin,’ no matter the foot size or shape. Dynamic Fit technology features soft material that wraps like fingers around the mid-foot and arch for a glove-like fit. The perfect fit can be achieved with a simple motion of tightening the laces, which are connected to the Dynamic Fit mid-foot cage for the perfect wrap.

Pushing innovation limits to help runners achieve their full potential, the LunarEclipse+2 also features ultra-soft Lunarlon cushioning for a smooth ride and the innovative Dynamic Support stability system that works in tandem with the Lunarlon cushioning to for an easy, gradual transition and a smooth ride.

Dynamic Support is a two-part midsole system working in tandem with the ultra-plush Lunarlon cushioning to provide stability and support. Opposing wedges of foam move the runner from soft to stable as the heel lands and the foot flexes down, providing for an easy, gradual transition and a smooth ride. The Fitsole 4 sockliner provides extra support and comfort by combining two densities of foam – one more resilient, one a little softer for increased smooth transition. The LunarEclipse+2 also features a TPU heel cup that works with the heel clip for superior fit and support.

Marrying art and innovation, Nike partnered renowned make up and body paint artist Joanne Gair to bring to life the concept of ‘second skin.’ A natural collaboration choice, Joanne Gair embodies the same passion and attention to detail in honing her craft, mirroring Nike’s own obsession over every aspect of craft and design.

*Joanne Gair painting the LunarEclipse+2 on model’s bare feet.

To complete the runner’s attire, the Hurricane Vapor Jacket (Men’s) and the Cyclone Vapor Jacket (Women’s) are the perfect complements to every runner’s wardrobe as we exit the tail end of the monsoon season that plagues the region.

Both the Hurricane Vapor Jacket and the Cyclone Vapor Jacket are designed to protect runners from the rain and wind without the extra warmth of a heavy jacket. The light sheer fabric shell made of ripstop fabric is internally flocked (fibres adhered to the surface in a pattern) to maximize breathability by preventing the jacket from sticking to the skin.

Showcasing innovative attention to detail, the lower-back pocket on both jackets serve as both storage and on-the-go option when the runner wants to pack the jacket into itself.

The LunarEclipse+2 will be available in stores in Southeast Asia from January 13, 2012, in the following countries:
* Indonesia, IND 1, 6999, 000
* Malaysia, MYR 519
* Singapore, SGD 239
* Thailand, THB 5, 400
* Philippines, PHP 6, 495

The Hurricane Vapor Jacket and Cyclone Vapor Jacket will be available from January 1, 2012:
* Indonesia, IND 999, 000
* Malaysia, MYR 369
* Singapore, SGD 159
* Thailand, THB 3, 650
* Philippines, PHP 4, 795

About Nike
NIKE, Inc. based near Beaverton, Oregon, is the world’s leading designer, marketer and distributor of authentic athletic footwear, apparel, equipment and accessories for a wide variety of sports and fitness activities. Wholly owned Nike subsidiaries include Converse Inc., which designs, markets and distributes athletic footwear, apparel and accessories; Cole Haan, which designs, markets and distributes luxury shoes, handbags, accessories and coats; Umbro Ltd., a leading United Kingdom-based global football (soccer) brand; and Hurley International LLC, which designs, markets and distributes action sports and youth lifestyle footwear, apparel and accessories. For more information, visit www.nikebiz.com.

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Media contacts:
Mae Dichupa
Nike Philippines
Country Marketing Manager
E-mail:Mae.Dichupa@nike.com

Miles Montecillo / Pam Mariano / Jandric Lim
Ogilvy Public Relations Worldwide
E-mail: Miles.Montecillo@ogilvy.com / Pam.Mariano@ogilvy.com / Jandric.Lim@ogilvy.com
Tel: 238-7000 loc. 7006/7049/7051

Note: This is a sponsored post

The iconic three-stripe brand, adidas, proudly launches the fourth installment of the Philippine Range collection. Featuring jackets and t-shirts that are playing on the Philippine flag’s trademark colors, adidas offers a fresh and modern take on the Philippine Range collection with its minimalist design.

Blue, red, white, with a few touches of yellow – this month, wear these colors with pride as the adidas Philippine Range collection makes for a major street cred-worthy look. adidas yet again showcases their attention to details as the patriotic line is simple and not too literal when it comes to their design aesthetic.

Go all in on Filipino pride as the collection features stylized Pilipinas seals and statement tees while also donning three bold stripes running down on its sleeve. Tiny details, reminiscent of the flag, are also found where three stars and a sun lie on its urban designs. The adidas logo is then stitched at the front. Complementing the premium jackets, the round-neck statement T-shirts feature the same clean and nationalistic chic design elements.

The adidas Philippine range collection originally debuted in 2007. Continuously celebrating individuality, adidas let’s you express your eagerness to express your national identity and gives you the opportunity to hold your head up high with swagger confidence. The adidas Philippine Range is available at adidas stores nationwide. For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/adidasPhilippines

Join Rain4Africa – A lifeline to Africa Run and Get a chance to  WIN knock out raffle prizes!

 Raffle Prizes to win for all participants:

1. Overnight stay at B Hotel in Ayala Alabang with Buffet Breakfast for two,

2. Pay-per-view seas Pacquiao-Marquez fight with breakfast at Congo Grille, Westgate Alabang

3. And many more prizes to be raffled off!

All participants get P50 discount and a bottom less Ice Tea when they present their bibs at Congo Grille, Westgate, Alabang.

Avail our 8+2 group discount! 2 free registrants for every group of 10. Free Run4Life singlets while supply lasts.

Deadline of registration is on Friday (Nov. 11) at Lifeline HQ, #86 Aguirre, BF Homes, Parañaque or at Guhit Kamay Arts, ATC Alabang.

Onsite Race Day Registration will be open at around 4:00 AM on the race day, look for the Registration Booth.

Wear a bright shirt in solidarity with our brothers and sisters in Africa.

For 3k runners, wear orange; 5k runners, wear green; and 10k runners, wear blue.

If you don’t have this color, it’s okay… just wear something bright in color.

For more details, visit

http://www.alifelinetoafrica.org/rain4africa.php

MANILA, October 23 – The adidas King of the Road (KOTR) came to a vibrant and colorful close at the Bonifacio Global City grounds as thousands of participants fought to the finish as they vied for the ‘adidas Southeast Asia King of the Road 2011’ crown.

Exemplifying the brand’s exceptional commitment to sport, the adidas KOTR has unified runners from all around Asia – with participants from Thailand, then Singapore, Indonesia, and Malaysia. The race then culminated here in its first ever host country, making Philippines the ultimate race destination. Represented through the variety of different coloured adidas singlets, the multi-colour showcase is meant to demonstrate the vibrancy of the sports scene across Southeast Asia.

The adidas KOTR was a testament to the keen and enthusiastic participants overflowing with energy as early as three in the morning as they prepare for the very first gunstart at 5AM. With three different categories varying from 5K, to 16.8K and 21K, the routes make for an enjoyable and pleasant race day. adidas definitely delivered the race of a lifetime, creating an experience where runners not only challenged themselves but also achieved personal breakthroughs. Celebrities who made personal breakthroughs in this race are Robi Domingo, Rich Hardin, and Karylle . Even Iza Calzado, Will DeVaughn, Kim Atienza, and Rovilson Fernandez went all in with at the adidas King of the Road race.

The 16.8K category is the most distinctive signature distance this year as winners from the previous legs in Thailand, Singapore, Indonesia, and Malaysia were flown in to represent their countries. Taking home the King of the Road 2011 crowns are I Gusti Gede Karang Asem with a running time of 57:58 and Mary Joy Tabal with a runnning time of 1:04:44 for our 16.8K Southeast Asian  winners, David Mutai with a running time of 54:41 and Esthar Karimi with a running time of 1:02:07 for the 16.8K Open Category; John Philip Duenas with a running time of 54:41 for the 16.8K Closed Category; Kimbert Sarmiento  with a running time of 15:59 for the 5K Category; and Frederick Mwingirwa Mathiu with a running time of 1:10:12 for the 21K Category.

With the availability of premium running products and training platforms, adidas provides runners with the tools needed for a better run—whether it’s finishing the first marathon or breaking a personal best. From the adiNation of Runners, a running community formed to help motivate and train running enthusiasts to train together on a weekly basis; to the launch of the adidas miCoach virtual training system, nothing else gets a runner more prepared for a race than adidas. Race analysis and photos will be made available 3 weeks after the race day at http://runrio.com/. For more information and updates, participants may continuously check http://www.adidaskingoftheroad.com/or visit http://www.facebook.com/adidasPhilippines .

adidas would like to remind you that the KOTR 2011 Kick-Off is this coming Monday to Wednesday, October 10-12 from 11am to 11pm at the NBC Tent at the Fort Bonifacio Global City.

Come collect your race pack during this time. Do note that it is mandatory to collect your race pack in order to participate in the race. There are running clinics, talks for runners, selling and sampling booths, games, and raffle, so we encourage all participants to drop by. The KOTR 2011 Kick-off is open to the public so please feel free to bring family and friends.

Read on to ensure smooth race pack collection.

The adidas Race Pack consists of the ff:

1. KOTR 2011 Tote Bag
2. KOTR 2011 Singlet
3. Race Bib
4. KOTR 2011 Timing Device
5. Freebies from Sponsors

Collecting race pack for yourself:

Find the lane for your category, fall in line, and present your KOTR confirmation letter and the valid ID that you used for the registration. No requirements or incomplete requirements, no race pack.

Collecting through a representative:

Should you be unable to collect your race pack personally, you may allow someone else to collect on your behalf. A representative should present an ID, authorization letter issued by you, attached with your (participant) KOTR confirmation letter, and a photocopy of the ID you used for registration. No requirements or incomplete requirements, no race pack. Representative should locate the lane for your category and queue accordingly.

Collecting bulk race packs:

For group race pack collection, please double check to have all your requirements intact. Please bring authorization letter, attached with the corresponding KOTR confirmation letter, and photocopy of each valid ID used for registration, strictly for each participant whose race pack is being collected for. Find the lane for bulk collection and queue accordingly. No requirements or incomplete requirements, no race pack.

Collecting for minors:

Minors (participants below 18 years old by 23 October), please present your confirmation email, and the valid ID that you used for registration. Please take note that a signed Parental Consent and Indemnity Agreement, and a photocopy of ID of the parent/guardian are required as well.

If you are outside Metro Manila:

All participants from the provinces and overseas who are unavailable for the Kick-Off may claim their race packs on the race day at the Bonifacio Global City on Sunday, October 23, 2011 from 3am-4am only. Please present your KOTR confirmation letter and valid ID used for registration. No requirements or incomplete requirements, no race pack.

If you registered through Free Run Promo:

Please expect delivery of your race pack on or before Oct 21. Come down to NBC Tent to participate in the side events at the Kick-Off, too.

* adidas Reserves the right to amend all of the above stated at its discretion. For more information, visit  http://www.facebook.com/adidasPhilippines

Rainbow Run on on October 29, 2011 at Venice Piazza, McKinley Hill, Taguig City.Register for a group of 10 and get 1 Race kit free!

Come in your most creative running ensemble and join our celebration of EQUALITY and INDIVIDUALITY!

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]]> http://www.marathonphilippines.com/announcements/miles-for-smiles-extended-registration-updated-race-routes/feed/ 0 http://www.marathonphilippines.com/announcements/adidas-kotr-powerade-promo-winners/ http://www.marathonphilippines.com/announcements/adidas-kotr-powerade-promo-winners/#comments Wed, 31 Aug 2011 05:13:06 +0000 admin http://www.marathonphilippines.com/?p=1331 Congratulations to the following:
Michael John Ramirez
Ivy Tercena
Ma Conception Catapang

You won one (1) racing slot each to the Adidas King of the Road 2011 this October 23, 2011.

Emails already sent

This contests is brought to you by Powerade.

Thank you to all those who joined the contest.

What is the adidas King of the Road (KOTR)?
Adidas King of the Road 2011 is a running championship held across five (5) countries – Thailand, Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Philippines.

Each country is a qualifying leg towards the finals, which is held in the Philippines on 23 October 2011. The winner and runner-up of each country’s 16.8km category win an all-expenses paid trip to the Philippines to compete with the best of the best in Southeast Asia.

When and where will the 2011 adidas King of the Road Philippines be held?
The adidas King of the Road Philippines will be held on 23 October 2011 (Sunday) at the Bonifacio Global City.
What are the race categories available and how much is the race entry fee?
The race is divided into the following categories:
• 5km Men’s Open – 1,050
• 5km Women’s Open – 1,050
• 16.8km Men’s Open/Closed – 1,300
• 16.8km Women’s Open/Closed – 1,300
• 21km Men’s Open
• 21km Women’s Open

Why is the international championship race distance at 16.8km?
With the championship race distance at 16.8km, you’ll be able to complete 2 marathons (84km) over five (5) countries with adidas KOTR 2011.

What’s the theme for this year’s KOTR?
KOTR features a different theme each year, and this year’s theme is entitled ‘Colours’. This is represented through the variety of different coloured adidas singlets participants will don. The multi-colour showcase is meant to demonstrate the vibrancy of the sports scene across Southeast Asia.

Just how big is the adidas KOTR race?
An estimated total of 40,000 runners are expected to pound the pavement across Southeast Asia.

How do I register?
You may register in three different ways.
1. Regular registration
• Register online at www.adidaskingoftheroad.com at your convenience
• Only Visa and Mastercard credit card/debit cards are accepted
• Receive an email confirmation once registration has been processed
2. Free Run promo
• Be one of the first 100 participants per store to register and get a guaranteed slot (and guaranteed singlet size in the color of your choice) in KOTR 2011
• Get 50% off your registration fee when you purchase Php5,000 worth of adidas running products or register absolutely free when you purchase adidas running products worth Php7,000
• Those who avail of this promo will be getting their race kits sent to their preferred address via carrier
• Promo period is from June 29-Aug 31, 2011
3. Prepaid Registration
• Beginning August 22, you may avail of the KOTR Prepaid Reservation Form giving you the chance to pre-register for the KOTR 2011.
• The KOTR Prepaid Reservation Forms gives you the chance to reserve a slot by paying in cash at selected KOTR doors.
• As you receive your KOTR Prepaid Reservation Form, you will receive your very own Reservation Code. The Reservation Code is a unique code that corresponds to a race slot. Only cash payments are accepted.
• The purchase alone does not register you for KOTR 2011. You still have to log on to the website and register as soon as possible as the purchase of the Prepaid Reservation Form guarantees only that your race slot is reserved, not your singlet size.
• The purchase of the KOTR Prepaid Reservation Form is on a first-come, first-served basis.
• KOTR Prepaid Reservation Forms are available from August 22 to August 31, or while forms last. Registration ends August 31, 2011.

Avail of the Free Run Promo and the Prepaid Registration at the ff participating stores namely: adidas in 1) Alabang Town Center 2) Gateway Mall 3) Glorietta 3 4) Greenbelt 3 5) Greenhills 6) Newport Mall 7) Powerplant Mall Robinsons Place Ermita 9) SM MOA 10) SM North Edsa 11) Shangri-La 12) TriNoma, and 13) RUNNR Bonifacio Global City and 14) RUNNR TriNoma.

What time is the assembly time and where?

When and where can I collect my Race Kit?
Registered participants are invited to gather at the KOTR 2011 Kick-Off Assembly from Oct 10-12, 11am-11pm at the NBC Tent, Bonifacio Global City, where race kits containing singlet, timing device, and other race paraphernalia will be distributed and a variety of activities awaits everyone. It is necessary to bring a copy of the confirmation e-mail from the organiser and a valid ID upon collecting the Race Kit.

Last-minute race kit collection may be done on the actual Race Day on Oct 23 at the event grounds from 3am-4am only. To claim race kit, please present confirmation email and a valid government-issued ID. Those who have availed of the Free Run Promo get their race kits shipped to their mailing address for free.

What is the time of the gun start?
*Assembly Time: 3:30am – all runners 7th Street (START Arch)
5:00 AM 21K
5: 30 AM 16.8K WAVE 1
5: 35 AM 16.8K WAVE 2
5: 50 AM 5K WAVE 1
5: 55 AM 5K WAVE 2
6:00 AM 5K WAVE 3

What is the KOTR Ipico Card?
IPICO’s dual-frequency, shoe-mounted RFID tags are easy to use, quick to collect and adidas’ top choice for the adidas King of the Road 2011.

The Ipico system works using a shoe-mounted plastic tag that is approximately half the size and similar thickness to a credit card. The tag is tied into the shoelaces and each time it passes over one of the blue Ipico timing mats, the tag ID and exact time of passing are recorded in the Ipico Elite reader box and transferred to KOTR’s timing software for processing.

It is important that the tag is flat and tied to the shoelaces correctly throughout the event.

This custom made KOTR Ipico Card is yours to keep and can be used for the following adidas KOTR races for 2-3 more years. Leave the finish line area and keep this KOTR Ipico Card as your KOTR souvenir, a great piece of memorabilia to display along with your finishers medallion.

How about hydration and safety?
The KOTR will have water stationg installed every 1.5km along the race path, ensuring every runner to hydrate as necessary. In total, there are 14 water stations, 14 Powerade stations, and strategically located at the 21k race route are 2 sponge stations, and 1 banana station.

On first aid, the KOTR is fully equipped with first aid teams to attend to runners needing assistance. There are a total of 15 ambulances, 15 medic stations, and 11 medics roving on bicycles. There will also be marshals – police men, traffic aids, and radio communicators manning various points at the race path.