About Kalongkong Hiker
I am Paolo Mercado for 20 years I've been riding a bike, walking a lot and running a lot. I am Kalongkong Hiker, a trail runner, mountaineer and a biker that can also write a blog of my travels, adventures and places that I visited through walking, running and biking. I write to encourage others to stay healthy and fit. #KeepOnRunning #ShareTheRoad #KalongkongHiker
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I’ve been in blogging hiatus for almost 2 years and oh boy there are so many things that I’ve missed especially writing my journal of bike adventures, hiking with friends and those daily bike to work experiences. Well, here I … Continue reading →
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Potatoes Play An Essential Part In My Diet “Hi there, what’s up with you buddy? Can you share what you eat during trainings, in between and during your endurance races?” a friend of mine once asked. Then I often say … Continue reading →
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The first race of the season gathered nearly 13,000 runners Urdaneta, Philippines, 15 July 2018 – The 42nd National MILO Marathon kicked off on a high note as the city of Urdaneta welcomed nearly 13,000 runners, making it the highest-participated … Continue reading →
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Its been a while my dear followers, do you miss reading my blogs about me doing trail running or road running? Yes, me too I miss writing my trail or road running experiences, even with my trail biking and road … Continue reading →
Pasay City, June 1, 2018 – Thousands of runners have hit the streets in the country’s first-ever night relay race, the ASICS Relay Philippines 2018 at SM By The Bay, Mall of Asia in Pasay City. Hundreds of teams vied … Continue reading →
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I got an invite to cover a much awaited ASICS Relay Run PH 2018 to be held in SM by the Bay MOA and all was set for me the day before the event but something came up when I … Continue reading →
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Today will kick off the 1st stop of ASICS Relay 2018 in Manila, the capital city of bustling Philippines. Being the city’s first night relay race, ASICS Relay Philippines 2018 aims to attract 750 teams of 4 and provide every … Continue reading →
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Calling the Attention of all HIP HOP Enthusiasts: DANCE FITNESS INSTRUCTORS, DANCERS AND CHOREOGRAPHERS We are inviting everyone to join “The New and Hottest Dance Fitness Program in the Metro!” HATAW FITNESS PH presents… BASIC INSTRUCTOR TRAINING 1.0 MARCH 25, … Continue reading →
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MANILA, PHILIPPINES, 20 March 2018 – Nat Geo Earth Day Run 2018, one of the most awaited and well-attended running events in the country every year, is slated for April 22, at the SM Mall of Asia Grounds. Now on its … Continue reading →
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Dear Readers, Greetings! Hello, did you miss me? Yes, I missed writing and so I’m looking into writing my blogs again hopefully I can continue to write everyday moving forward because I’ve been in hiatus for like a year and … Continue reading →
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For the first time I joined the climb with the LOST Team I am a complete stranger to some of the Team Members except to those members that whom I worked with Trend…
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Manila, Philippines, 22 October 2017 – Hard work and passion equipped the athletes during the 41stNational MILO Marathon Davao leg on Sunday, October 22. Richeel Languido and Judelyn Miranda emerged triumphant as they landed first place at the 21K half marathon. Almost … Continue reading →
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Hello Dear Readers, After months of hiatus yours truly is back! Kickstart the holiday cheer with Skyjet Airlines on October 13-15, 2017 at the Travel Sale Fair in World Trade Center. Visit SkyJet Airlines’ booth at 8F, Hall B to grab the exclusive … Continue reading →
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MILO launches 41st season of the National MILO Marathon Magsama-sama, tumakbo, matuto: values-driven footrace set in motion Manila, Philippines, 13 July 2017 – The National MILO Marathon, the country’s most accessible national race, today announced the official opening of its … Continue reading →
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Iloilo, Philippines, 04 December 2016 – Mary Joy Tabal won her fourth consecutive MILO Marathon Queen crown and Jeson Agravante won his first MILO Marathon King title at the 40th National MILO Marathon National Finals on Sunday, December 4. Over … Continue reading →
Please save the date for the Vermosa Active Revolution, headlined by Drop and Roll—an international BMX exhibition group led by world-renowned rider Danny MacAskill—and will also feature a motocross race, sports & lifestyle expo, fun outdoor activities, music, and more. … Continue reading →
Mountain News: the DENR-PAMB has announced that Pico de Loro will be closed to hiking activities starting October 1, 2016 for planning and rehabilitation. The closure is indefinite and applies to all trails.
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Meet Kim Kilgroe the triathlon goddess this TUE Aug 30th 7pm at The Brick Multisport in McKinley Hill ! tees and calendars on sale to drop a couple pesos in the bucket towards her training. a tee or calendar bought … Continue reading →
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Isa ka ba sa mga batang Funny komiks tulad ko na ginagalingan ang pag-aaral at nagpapakabait para lang ibili ka ng mommy mo ng Funny Komiks? Kung ikaw ay certified batang 90’s kung san wala pang tablet or mga gadgets … Continue reading →
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Yes, we have our own Pinoy Usain Bolt, no other than Filipino-American track athlete Eric Cray qualified for the semifinals of the 400 meter hurdles at the Rio Olympics after coming in third in his heat with a time of … Continue reading →