Danao City Grind Fest Concludes its Second Edition

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Danao City, Cebu (September 6, 2025) — The Danao City Grind Fest, the first-of-its-kind duo/team biking race in the Philippines, concludes its second edition with an electrifying display of endurance, teamwork and determination. Hailed as the biking capital of Cebu, Danao City once again welcomes cyclists from across the country to its scenic and challenging terrains: a mix of coastal roads, rolling hills and mountain trails, offering participants an authentic taste of the city’s natural beauty.

This year, 178 teams (356 riders) participate, surpassing last year’s 125 teams, as competitors take on multiple categories: 120 km (elite), 80 km (E-MTB/Gravel), 70 km and 30 km. The 120-kilometer route is recognized as the longest biking distance nationwide for a one-day event, cementing Grind Fest 2.0 as a premier cycling challenge in Central Visayas.

Mayor Nito Durano and former Mayor Mix Durano join the ride as 30 km challengers, showing full support for the event and inspiring fellow participants to push limits while enjoying Danao City’s stunning landscapes. Riders take on the trails early in the morning, with the 120 km elite category starting at 4:00 AM, the 80 km and 70 km waves at 5:00 AM, and the 30 km riders at 6:00 AM.

Part of the city’s month-long fiesta celebration, the Danao City Grind Fest 2.0 underscores the city’s commitment to sports adventure tourism, community spirit and promoting a healthy lifestyle. Riders from all over the country gather not just to compete but to experience Danao’s unique trails, camaraderie and vibrant cycling culture.

This year’s race offers exciting prizes, including a total cash prize of ₱700,000.00 across categories. In the 120KM Open Elite Men, Open Elite Women, and Open Elite Mixed categories, champions take home ₱50,000.00, second-place winners receive ₱30,000.00, and third-place finishers earn ₱20,000.00. Finishers also receive exclusive belt buckles and shirts, while top three winners per category raise uniquely designed 3D trophies, symbolizing prestige in the local biking community.

Vice Mayor Ivy Durano expresses her heartfelt thanks to the supporters and partners who made the event possible, and congratulates all the riders for making it to the finish line. She hopes that their support continues not only this year but also in the years to come, as the city looks forward to sustaining and growing this premier cycling event, HERE AND NOW.

 

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WINNERS

 

120 KM OVERALL

  1. Nacario Adrian and Dela Cruz James Carl
  2. Guilaran Francis Jay and Moñasque Quinn
  3. Gaerlan Gart and Pepito Khalil

 

120 KM OPEN ELITE WOMEN

  1. Sendrijas Adel Pia and Costes Diannah Marie
  2. Yaoyao Shagne Paula and Flotenia Carla
  3. Narvasa Adrienne Kate and Riva Faith Sanderly

 

120 KM OPEN ELITE MIXED

  1. Quinones Nicole and Quinones Matthew Symon
  2. Valderama Mark Louwel and Dacio Jeramie
  3. Cañete Joshua and Martus Lynnel
  4. Esgana Janary and Abella Oj
  5. Rivera Jerico and Alejado Maria Louisse Crisselle

 

120 KM 18-29 AGE CATEGORY

  1. Flores Edmhel John and Montemayor Emmanuel Dave
  2. Ramos Dave and Valle Hans
  3. Pradilla Jayson and Rosales Elias Matthew
  4. Pantoja Ace and Hinampas Reneer
  5. Bacalla King Phillip and Tago Jon Lyndon

 

120 KM 30-39 AGE CATEGORY

  1. Patadilla Gritel and Cosep Michael
  2. Zabate Jorice Mark and Sanchez Rizaldy Rizaldy Jr.
  3. Pilapil Metchel and Ducay Angielo
  4. Niere Roger and Pelayo Roberto
  5. Ramirez Benjamin and Moreno Samy

 

120 KM 40-49 AGE CATEGORY

  1. Cantila Redan and Juson Jhep-poy
  2. Maquilan Jerson and Maquilan Oscar
  3. Espinosa Ramonito and Labora Julibyn
  4. Montemayor Jose Benjie and Lozada Lawrence
  5. Lawas Lloyd Joseph and Tecson Orville

 

120 KM 50-59 AGE CATEGORY

  1. Valle June and Casipong Cecilio
  2. Marzon Christopher and Gestopa Peter
  3. Gadapan Ervin and Donal Dexter
  4. Cabugwason Hernane and Cala Julius
  5. Pepino Arnel and Hinayas Roel

 

120 KM 60 AND ABOVE CATEGORY

  1. Elorde Marcos and Domingo Antonio
  2. Adlawan Ronie and Pagnanawon Rolando
  3. Manulat Leo and Estrera Narciso

 

80 KM E-BIKE CATEGORY (MOUNTAIN BIKE/GRAVEL BIKE)

  1. Bihag Adrian and Yu Eulogio Jr.
  2. Perez Paul Gabriel and Canete Joer
  3. Rodriguez Oscar Jr. and Pasaol Roland
  4. Villarica Carlo and Velasco Luke

 

70 KM 50-59 AGE CATEGORY

  1. Egualan Rodrigo and Parohinog Ernesto
  2. Barbalose Nilo and Sainz Philip
  3. Templado Robert and Zapatos Sergio III
  4. Perez Jesse and Entero Rodrigo
  5. Calvo Cecilio and Bujawe Geraldito

 

70 KM 60 AND ABOVE CATEGORY

  1. Camaongay Domingo and Eguinto Antonio
  2. Ermac Jesus Melchor and Equinto Celestino
  3. Murillo Alberto and Enriquez Percival
  4. Enriquez Arturo Jr. and Roble Erwen

 

70 KM ALL WOMEN

  1. Muyco Jwyn and Kadusale Jamaica
  2. Colegado Princess Angel and Vilar Jhoannie
  3. Mangubat Adhara Claire and Sangutan Charisse

 

70 KM 30-39 AGE CATEGORY

  1. Carbonerau Roy and Sayre Ryan
  2. Valdenor EmannMo and Atis Marjun
  3. Cabahug James and Asegurado Reyman
  4. Ermac Rickson Bien and Osua Joecel
  5. Hayag Virgel and Quiapo John San

 

70 KM 40-49 AGE CATEGORY

  1. Pelegrino Eljan and Minardo Bert Anthony
  2. Silva Rico Chuck and Pitogo Rico
  3. Reamillo Roy and Bihag Neil
  4. Cabaobao Archie and Ouano Rufino
  5. Pono Rommel and Costan Julius Caezar

 

70 KM 18-29 AGE CATEGORY

  1. Candazo Jr. Reynold and Luague Steven
  2. Punzalan Roderick and Cueco Jomari
  3. Suson Joseph Orland and Eguinto John Dominic
  4. Arreglo Exequelle and Lucabon Bryan
  5. Borinaga Darry and Reponte Jereme

 

30 KM 40-49 AGE CATEGORY

  1. Dayday Josenilo and Rosas Francis Lee
  2. Peñas Danilo and Almodin Godard
  3. Paz Rommel and Valendez Richard
  4. Cuyos Ruel and Gocotano Antonio
  5. Banzon Dominique and Nadela Feljun

 

30 KM 50-59 AGE CATEGORY

  1. Naranja Jerome and Prestoza Elito
  2. Avila Ninolito and Durano Walter
  3. Perez Gary and Francisco Christopher Paul
  4. Durano Thomas Mark and Durano Ramon III
  5. Enriquez Jose Worley and Lavador Isidro

 

30 KM 60-69 AGE CATEGORY

  1. Telen Cesar and Capoy Rolando
  2. Doroy Edgar and Navares Diosdado

 

30 KM ALL WOMEN

  1. Gitaruelas Leslie and Gitaruelas Lovely

 

30 KM GRAVEL BIKE

  1. Durano Ramon VI “Red” and Batucan Numeriano Jr. “Bigboy”
  2. Rivera Michael Jose and Laude Lemuel
  3. Loquias Danilo Jr. and Jacinto Kenneth

 

30 KM 18-29 AGE CATEGORY

  1. Maglasang Vanmaico and Quimod Scheider James
  2. Watin Kenneth and Villegas John Resca
  3. Selga Bjay and Mata Ur
  4. Mondelo Antonio and Biete Anro
  5. Tejano Raffy Boy and Monte Ize Seig

 

30 KM 30-39 AGE CATEGORY

  1. Pintor Cliff Vincent and Hontiveros Rene
  2. Monterola Anthony and Villegas James Paul
  3. Peligro Louiegie and Belarma Lito
  4. Tangaro Gibson and Torralba Rexter
  5. Manulat John Leo and Durano Edmar Gwyn

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