Ride Philippines 2004


Goodbye to our dear friend Samson (Tuguegarao Tigers). Samson was killed on his V-Rod early this year by a careless driver.




Subic Bay - Olongapo, Zambalas


Yet another altercation with a careless trike driver


Smoke Break (if u dont smoke txt somebody who cares:)


Precision Driving...Parking?? (Clark Air Base, Pampanga)


1st Annual Pampanga Bike Meet - Clark Field, Pampanga


Comforts of Home


This Starbucks has a lounge on the 2nd floor. Located on the N. Tollway connecting Manila and Angeles City/Pampanga


...and at the back you can view miles and miles of rice fields


Yet another accident...this time the only damage was to the chicken (note the feathers on the clutch lever)


Time out to fix a flat. This is action for the locals, they are always curious to see foreigners and big bikes


We borrowed this tube from a friend on our last trip ...I wonder if J.D. still wants it back?


This shot was taken outside a mall in Tuguegarao, Cagayan


So how many people can you get inside the public transportation? Simple, there's always room for one more!


Are you man enough? The fine for driving while under the influence of liquor or prohibited drugs is 2000pesos ($35)


Mt Arayat, Pampanga


It's break time again...   (that's Subic Bay in the background)


Downtown Olongapo (Zambalas)


Common translations that are important to know if you ever find yourself in the entertainment district


Lunch break at EXOTIK. Located at the south shore of Laguna Bay (South of Manila)


Filipino-American Cemetery - Clark Field, Pampanga - Death March Marker KM 100 (100kms from Mariveles)


FAME = Filipino American Memorial Endowment


In the mountains outside of Baguio, Benguet


Baguio City, Benguet Province


It's Boo Time!


Prices are in Pesos. 10pesos = +/- 17cents


13th Annual Chili Cook-Off and Beauty Contest - Bali Hai Beach Resort, La Union


The Winner - Miss Chili Pepper 2004


31 mins from jack up to jack down. A.E.L. had all the right tools for the job.





The final 2 weeks of Ride Philippines 2004 can be found here:  Northern Luzon and Samar / Leyte