Mountain biking enthusiasts once again braved the trails at Timberland Heights for the 7-Eleven Trail 2019. Now on its 6th year, this cross-country race has encouraged some 3000 bikers who participated in the 30-km and 40-km race category.
“We chose Timberland Heights from the very start because frankly, there was nothing comparable even then, in terms of terrain and accessibility to MM. Today, with the investment Timberland has put into new trails, there is no other better place anywhere in the country. Perhaps even in South East Asia – I haven’t been around enough to say – and we hope to capitalize on this to make the 7-Eleven Trail Series not just the premier mountain biking event in the Philippines, but in South East Asia as well,” said Victor Paterno, President and CEO of Philippine Seven Corp.
With an estimated 700-meter climb in a 40-kilometer distance, bikers had to conquer the single-loop course and two black diamond sections, or the more advanced trails. These sections require riders to berm and bunny hop to overcome multiple obstacles such as rocks and roots. These trails brought out the riders’ high level of technical skills as they approached, and rode on rough terrain.
Conquering the trails require fitness, endurance and determination. This year’s winners have undoubtedly proven this. Ariana Dormitorio emerged as the winner in the women’s division after 2 hours, 17 minutes and 22 seconds. Alvin Benosa, finished the race in an hour, 50 minutes and 8 seconds to lead in the men’s division.
Hosting the 7-Eleven trail is Filinvest fueled by its vision of inspiring the community to participate in an active and healthy lifestyle with Timberland Heights being the only biking destination closest to Metro Manila with first-class bike trails.
“We envisioned Timberland Heights as a recreational township destination, not just a place to live in but a destination that allows you to discover and experience life in an extraordinary and adventurous way while being cradled by nature’s own perfection,” Francis V. Ceballos, Senior Vice President and North East Cluster head of Filinvest said.
“We are delighted to be the venue partner of 7-Eleven for the sixth straight year. We look forward to more competitions here at Timberland Heights,” Ceballos added.
TIMBERLAND HEIGHTS
Timberland Heights offers its residents their own piece of bliss through the exclusive villages and upscale residential spaces surrounded by nature, with vast open spaces, breathtaking panoramic views, lush greens, as well as cool, mountain breeze that will surely rejuvenate the body, mind and spirit.
Located in San Mateo, Rizal, Timberland Heights is a massive 677- hectare development and is only a 9-km. drive from Batasang Pambasa in Quezon City. Traveling to this haven will soon be a breeze with the upcoming completion of the 10-km Batasan-San Mateo-Rodriguez Link Road, cutting the trip from Batasan Road to a 10-minute drive, making it indeed a world away that is close to the city.
Timberland Heights truly offers a myriad of extraordinary experiences to cater to different interests of its residents and guests. Bask in extraordinary and adventurous discoveries with Timberland Heights Sports and Nature Club and enjoy a host of activities like basketball, wall climbing, swimming, work out at the gym or stay in style at the in-house salon.
Aside from these activities, Timberland Heights Sports and Nature Club also offers hotel rooms, meeting rooms and ballrooms where you can celebrate momentous occasions and milestones.
To complement all the leisure, commercial and residential amenities and facilities of Timberland Heights, Filinvest is also planning to build an eco-inspired church as a homage to the well-loved pope, St. John Paul II, which will be the townscape’s center of faith and pilgrimage site.
Timberland Heights expands Filinvest property portfolio in developing similarly massive master-planned township projects, such as the 244-hectare Filinvest City in Alabang and the 50-hectare City di Mare in Cebu. Know more about Timberland heights by visiting https://www.filinvest.com.