BOSS Ironman lures huge field
Close to a thousand participants gear up for the BOSS Ironman Challenge XIII in Clark, Pampanga, all looking to finish the grueling 1,200-km endurance run covering 10 scenic and historical provinces of the Northern Luzon Loop.
Lito Flores, chairman of the organizing committee, said they have adopted significant changes on the format to ensure that the riders and drivers comply with road safety measures by strictly observing traffic rules, particularly speed limit.
With road safety as primordial concern, the Department of Tourism and the Philippine National Police have thrown their support to the BOSS Ironman. BOSS stands for BMW Owners Society of Safe Riders, Inc.
Backing the event are the local government officials of Pampanga, Bataan, Zambales, Pangasinan, La Union, Ilocos Sur, Ilocos Norte, Cagayan, Isabela and Nueva Ecija, according to BOSS president Tey Usis.
Topping the list of format revisions is the setting of the 16-hour minimum travel time for each of the participants or teams not only to keep them from over speeding but to allow them to engage in fun activities like taking “groufies” in designated checkpoints.
These fun photos will be posted on BOSS Ironman Facebook page in real time. The wackiest shots will win special prizes.
The participants are entitled to free hydration drinks, local delicacies and body massage. And to top it all, they can enjoy cultural presentations prepared by local government units.
Interested riders may visit 2018 BOSS Ironman Motorcycle Challenge Facebook Page or www. ironmanmotochallenge.org.