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| Official Poster for the 1st Freedom Ride Festival 2022 |
ark your calendar on Nov 25-27 as the 1st Freedom Ride Festival will be rumbling and roaring at Liwasang Ilalim, CCP Complex Pasay City. |
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| The formal launch of the 1st Freedom Festival 2022 at Vespa Cafe |
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breakthrough of its kind in the Philippine setting and touted as the most
awaited event of the year to gather motorcycle clubs across the country and
attract big brand sponsors, the motor-wielding republic will be witnessing the
dynamic and proactive community of motor-crossed individuals throughout the
3-day fanfare that also caters to the whole family and all ages featuring
concerts. motorcycle clinic for kids, motorcade, food bazaar. exhibits and of
course, giveaways and raffles courtesy of participating sponsors. Open to all
walks of life including the ubiquitous delivery riders.
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| Premium bikes are at stake for the highlight grand draw of the festival. |
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motorcycles are at stake for the highlight raffle with Harley Davidson 1200cc
as a grand prize. 2022 Royal Enfield 400 Himalayan for 2nd prize and Vespa
Racing 60s for third prize. Tickets are priced at Php 2,500 only limited to
1,000 pieces.
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| Afternoon delight as media assemble at Vespa Cafe open-air veranda |
This
event is the project of Mason Bikers- Sons of Luzon whose founders and members
assembled in a motor-themed venue at Vespa Cafe fitting with all of its
stimulating decors and hangings of anything related to Vespa motor.
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| Secretary Odhey Isip answered queries and presented an overview of Sons of Luzon's big project |
Mr.
Tony Andaya the founding chairman gave the opening remarks with warm reception
followed by a short intro video introducing the Sons of Luzon and the
group"s projects and aspirations fostering brotherhood, charity, and
humility.
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| Bikers passing Vespa Cafe can be front liners, samaritans, aid givers |
More
than a hobby, motorbikers have come a long way in using mobility to conduct
relief operations and other socio-civic activities. They have evolved as an
extension support system serving unreached and needy communities which is
what Sons of Luzon have been practicing for the past few years.
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| Founding members of Sons of Luzon taking turns to discuss the preparation for the big event presided by Mr. Andaya Furthermore,
with this festival coming to the fold, the group laid out their preparation and
plan for the event that will surely attract the motoring communities with the
ultimate aim to promote Filipino products to the motorcycle community and be
able to help grow their market in the country. |
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| A representative from Lycan Motors explaining the mechanics for the custom bike competition With
5000 SQ meters of the venue, the group revealed the location map with
designated spots for the stage, exhibitors, bazaars, entry and exit points
plus the contingency measures to avert risk and observe safety. |
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| Parts and ride life depict Vespa interiors stirring up the launch venue |
A
passport method will be implemented for a complete experience of the festival
with prizes awaiting the participants upon completion. There will be motor
clinics for kids who are encouraged to be given their ABC in motorbiking, not
to mention a free face painting.
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| Sons of Luzon for photo opp with sponsor Lycan Motors |
Certainly
not to be missed is the custom bike competition courtesy of Lycan Motors for
those custom bike aficionados plus exhibitions from the experts and members of
different motor clubs. That's why Mr. Odhey Isip, the group secretary, was
encouraging more clubs to participate and celebrate with an opportunity to bond
with one another and put the Philippines on the map of responsible
motorbikers with a heart. Gain friends and learn new trends on the latest
technology. Expect big personalities to grace the occasion and even
celebrities.
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| The head honchos of Sons of Luzon, jacket required |
Hopefully,
this event will pave the way for the recognition of motorbike riders as
tourism, and social conscious ambassadors with future partnerships as secretary
Odhey Isip envisioned it to become a yearly activity. Jay Granola another
member of the organizing team assured the public that safety measures are also
undertaken to ensure the public the best and most memorable experience in
making this festival a success.
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| Outside Vesper Cafe, motorists are in a rush of the vesper hours. |
Check
in for a ride as all gears are set and all roads lead to CCP in the spirit of
camaraderie mark the dates for a go-to event for the motor-riding public.
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| Time is ticking out for the festival fever |
For tickets and more
details, follow the official page of Freedom
Ride <== click here.
