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WEEKENDS
are supposed to be fun, and the people behind the
much-awaited highway in the land knew just that.
The
Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) marked
another preinaugural debut of the Subic-Clark-Tarlac
Expressway (SCTEx) with the 94K Weekend held from April
18 to 20 at its Mabalacat entry in Clark, the halfway
point of the Philippines’ longest highway.
It was
an event for athletes, bikers, cyclists and car
enthusiasts who enjoyed the 93.77-km highway. The 94K
Weekend hosted a series of activities to highlight the
SCTEx experience. A torch relay, which was participated
in by VIPs and celebrities, marked the ceremonial
opening. “The flame of the torch symbolized the opening
for new opportunities in business, leisure and travel
alike, as SCTEx provides for a much efficient way of
linking Subic, Clark and Tarlac,” said Gen. Robert
Gervacio, SCTEx program director and spokesman.
Run of their life.
The Pinoy
Ultra Runners on the podium at Subic with SCTEx
spokesman Gen. Robert Gervacio and publicaffairs manager
Leilani Barlongay-Macasaet.
The
other highlights of the event were the 10k fun run and
the 42k marathon, which proved that the smoothness of
SCTEx rivals that of an oval track. For the grand
finale, the BCDA, in cooperation with Recreational
Outdoor Exchange, hosted the Pinoy Ultra Runners’ “Run
for their Life”—a 94K ultramarathon in which 10
high-endurance runners ran through the entire stretch of
SCTEx, from Tarlac to Subic toll gates, for the benefit
of cancer patients around the country.
The
first to finish was Olive Cortez, who said the
ultramarathon at the SCTEx was one great experience.
“What made the run something worth indulging in were the
smoothness of the road and the view of nature while
cruising along the entire stretch,” said Cortez.
Guests
had the chance to ride their motorcycles on its
well-paved asphalt. Wall-climbers did their stuff on the
special three-wall structure erected at the event site
in Clark. BMW Philippines and the BCDA teamed up to let
thrill seekers pilot ultimate driving machines at the
100-kph speed limit during the 94k drive and 94k ride.
They also hosted a car show for four-wheel and two-wheel
Bimmers.
Overall,
the 94K Weekend was indeed a fun way of making SCTEx
synonymous with stress-free and sheer driving pleasure. |
