OCTOBER 29 - NOVEMBER 4, 2017 SPORTS and WELLNESS


Taokas Cup Asia 2017 Mountain Bike Festival


Local rider and pride of Dumaguete, JR Barba dominated the mountains of Valencia by winning first place in both the Enduro Elite and Downhill Elite categories of the Taokas Cup 2017 Mountain Bike Festival held last weekend October 20-22, 2017. The tremendous skills and courage of JR Barba showed more than 350 competitive mountain bikers from as far away as Zamboanga, Manila, Iloilo, Bohol, Malaysia and Canada, that JR Barba reigns supreme. Spectator and mountain bike fan Cobbie Palm exclaimed, “this was truly an amazing performance by JR through torrential rain and mud down the steep trails of upper Valencia on Saturday, and then to repeat it again on Sunday, he is a special talent we must support and promote.”


M ayor Felipe Antonio Remollo said that restoration of vital infrastructure remains the priority even as efforts to secure funding from the national government for the construction of at least two bridges to replace the Batinguel-Bagacay Spillway (BIR area) and Taclobo- Bagacay spillway (back fo Foundation University) estimated to cost almost P 1 billion continue in earnest. He was also pleased of the report that despite the heavy flooding that affected 14 barangays, no casualty or fatality was reported. City Social Welfare


City eyes typhoon rehab


The turnout of riders despite the harsh weather did not deter the many excited mountain bikers to show up for the Avalanche race on Friday, but unfortunately, the winds and visibility up toward Timbao and Mampas were too much for the race organizers to release the riders at the starting line. The first race was cancelled but due


po pul ar demand the race organizers allowed the ri d er s


practice on the lower Camp Lookout trails. The next day Saturday saw less rain and


and the race organizers released the riders at the start line for the Enduro race. The riders did not hesitate to soak and muddy themselves in the rain racing down the mountain on three different race tracks one after the other to complete the race. Visiting racer Jared Farr


wind to to


Local sensation and mountain bike champion JR Barba holds up the winner’s frame awarded to him for winning the Taokas Cup Asia 2017 Mountain Bike Competition.


said, “we come here to Valencia because these are among the best trails in the Philippines, this is heaven for mountain bike racing, rain or shine”. The race finish line offered race


Cross-Country race and the Downhill race. The weather had cleared up and rain and mud were no longer a factor. The Cross-Country race was dominated by visiting


and Development Officer Ma. Carola Alquero reported that 301 families or 1, 328 individuals of Poblacion 2, Poblacion 8, Bagacay, Balugo, Bantayan, Bat inguel, Bunao, Cadawinonan, Camanjac, Candau-ay, Cantil -e, Junob, Tabuc-tubig and Taclobo were affected. Twelve houses were totally destroyed while 21 were partially damaged. To feed the evacuees, Carola activated the community kitchens and relief goods were distributed to them. Those whose homes were totally or partially damaged will be granted financial assistance by the city government. On the other hand, City Agriculturist William Ablong reports that Typhoon Paolo devastated the livelihood of at least 32 farmers in Barangays Bajumpandan, Banilad, Camanjac, Cantil-e and Junob. Damage to crop and livestock amounted to P 678, 118.86.


Race champion JR Barba shows his winning form to local spectators at the Taokas Asia Cup 2017 Mountain Bike Competition in Valencia on Sunday.


fans a thrill watching the riders ride down the long staircase from the Valencia Church to the Kiosk in the Park.


The final day Sunday slated two races, the


riders many who race for the Philippine national team. Philippine National Team coach Eusebio “Eboy” Quinones said, “It was important for the local riders to race beside


Typhoon Pablo brought major destruction to the various flood control boulder dikes and spillways of Dumaguete City which requires an estimated P 40. 3 million for rehabilitation and reconstruction. Some 33 homes were also totally or partially damaged by flood water that breached the Banica and Ocoy river banks. Mayor Felipe Antonio “Ipe”


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Wet and muddy mountain bike riders celebrate at the finish line at the Valencia Park on Saturday, October 21 competing in the Taokas Asia Cup 2017 Mountain Bike Competion. (Photos with permission by Janseven Quijote)


national team riders to understand the highest level of racing, we come here to scout new talent for the Philippine Team.” The downhill race was very exciting for our local fans because they could cheer and witness the commanding performance by local rider and race champion JR Barba. The Taokas Cup Asia 2017 extended heartfelt and deepest appreciation to the Province of Negros Oriental, particularly through the support of GSO Manager Kent Martinez, who facilitated the logistical needs of this important race and also to the City of Valencia through the City Tourism Officer Albert Tubal, who generously hosted and accommodated the race event on behalf of the City. Reference: Wende l l Barba 0915-463-7795. Race Director Taokas


Cup Asia 2017


Oct. 22-28 -- UNIGAMES Oct. 28 Nov. 19


Nov. 26 Dec.3


Dec. 9 Dec. 12


Sports Calendar -- DARS Annual Halloween Costume Run


Nov. 25-26 -- Sandurot Badminton Invitational @ Riverside Badminton Court


-- Sandurot 10K Run


-- Milo 42K Marathon/Half Marathon National Finals, Cebu City


-- NegOr 100K/100 Mile Ultra, Bayawan to Dgte -- Laban ng Lahi finals, Cabadbaran, Agusan


Respect the distance. Train adequately for at least 16 weeks. Registration for local events closes 1 week before the race. For more info, please contact Paultom Paras at NOSDEP at tel. 225-7817 or Ike Villaflores at the Dumaguete City Sports Office.


Do what the locals do


 Take a brisk walk along the Dumaguete Boulevard early morning or at dusk


 Join hundreds of joggers & runners at the rubberized oval of Perdices Stadium. Open daily at 4-8am; 4-8pm.


 Practice those swim strokes at the Olympic-size pool at the Teves Aqua Center. Open Tues to Friday, 6am-6pm. Saturdays & holidays, 8am-5pm


 For breakfast: Budbod Kabog with Tsokolate at the City Market Painitan early morning


 Visit Sidlakang Negros Village along EJ Blanco Rd.  Visit the Silliman Anthropology Museum on weekdays  Get acupuncture sessions from Dr. Fe Wale at Silliman Church (Mondays 1-3pm; Thursdays 9-11am); at Foundation University clinic (Tuesdays and Fridays 1-3pm).


 Rent a motorbike for ~P250 to drive around the City; wear a helmet!


 Dumaguete pasalubong: Silvanas at Sans Rival Cakes & Pastries in town and at Robinsons Mall


 Try the Fried Ice Cream at Panda Ice Cream Parlor  Other home-grown bakeshops/coffeeshops: Bean Connection (cupcakes, cookies) at Portal West & Robinsons Al Fresco, Abby’s Cakeshop by Pinky, Alima Cafe beside SU Ballfied, Ana Maria, Chantilly, Kape Lucio (pastries), Rollin’ Pin Cafe (French)


 Feast on gourmet pizza and grilled seafoods while listening to local music at Hayahay.


 Hang out at Gabby’s Bistro at Florentina Homes; Gabby’s Bed & Breakfast in Daro; Gabby’s at Paseo Perdices


 Other home-grown eating places: Chin Loong (Chinese), Sans Rival Bistro (Spanish), Scooby’s (lutong bahay/crispy chicken), Adamo in Daro (gourmet cooking), Alegre 2, Bethany Place, Cafe Filomena at Bethel, Captain Ribbers (boodle fight meals), Cocina Teria (Spanish), Country Fried Chicken, District (burgers), Don Atilano (steakhouse), Flaming Grill (burgers), Greasy Spoon (sisig), Habhaban (lutong bahay), KRI (gourmet cooking), Mamia’s (Spanish), Mamita’s Diner (boneless lechon), Mifune Japanese Restaurant, Mooon Cafe (Mexican), Pasta King Cafe di Roma, Qyosko (lutong bahay and cakes), Royal Suite Inn (sizzling bulalo, desserts), Señor Juan Bar & Bistro (Spanish), Sta. Theresa’s Resto (lutong bahay), Tres Bistro, Why Not? Restaurant/Chicco’s Bar (European)


Join a Night Run with DARS (around Dumaguete) every Thursday 8pm starting at SU Portal West


 Local hang-outs: Alegre (tapas bar), Atong Kamalig (grilled foods), Blue Monkey Grill (callos), Don Roberto’s, El Amigo Bar, Paseo Perdices,Rock Box pub


northbound:  Hike up to foggy Puncak Tan-awan in Sibulan  Sample the original Jo’s Chicken Inato at Jo’s Chicken by the Sea in Sibulan.


 Sleep over at Azalea Restaurant & Casitas in the town of San Jose then hike to the Balinsasayao Twin Lakes for kayaking.


 Explore wildlife at DreAMLANd Nature & Adventure Park in Amlan. Call Emily 0906-6782-120


 Go dolphin-watching at Bais Bay/Tañon Strait. Have lunch at the Sandbar of Manjuyod. Jump-off point: Bais City. Call Ricky 0927-459-7714


 Scale Canlaon Volcano from Canlaon City. Call Laddie 0928-638-4322; Jigz 0923-450-1268 west of Dumaguete:  Join a trek to Mt.Talinis from the town of Valencia, or from the town of Dauin.


Call Babbu 0920-908-4414; Edmar 0905-632-4011


Have lechon belly at Chada Valencia park at nights  Mountainbike or hike up to the Japanese Amity Shrine in Sagbang, Valencia. Call Matot 0905-697-7048


 Day trip to Casaroro Falls in Valencia; relax at Forest Camp or at Tejero Highland Resort & Adventure Park for zipline, ATV rides, etc.


 Go swimming at Pulangbato Waterfalls  Zipline at Tierra Alta overlooking Dumaguete; relax at Tierra Cafe


southbound:  Marvel at the Negros endemic flora at Liptong Woodland in Bacong


 Kamayan-style with sutokil (sugba-tinola-kilawin/ grilled-soup-ceviche) and lechon at Malatapay in Zamboanguita. Breakfast daily. Lunch only on Wednesday Market Day.


 Snorkel/Scuba dive at Apo Island. Jump-off point: Malatapay, Zamboanguita. Call Mario 0919-622-3671


 Day trip at Kookoo’s Nest in Siaton; or visit Lake Balanan also in Siaton


-- Milo Elimination Leg, Cagayan de Oro


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