XRC '07 Tour of Subic

The first round of the 2007 Executive Road Cycling race series (XRC) was held in the Subic Bay Freeport Zone in Zambales. This former US Navy base is perfect for multi-sport events because the road network is extensive and very well maintained. And since traffic enforcement is top-notch, Subic is high on any cyclist's list for an ideal road race venue.
As a newcomer to the road race organizing scene, our new outfit, Elite Multi-Sport Resources (EMR) was very fortunate that the executive cycling community was supportive and the majority of the teams were eager to experience a fresh set of events from a group that was keen to innovate and take non-professional cycling competitions to the next level in the Philippines.
The 2-day Tour of Subic was the opening leg of XRC '07 and the morning of the first day was full of nervous excitement for us, the organizers, and the nearly 160 riders representing around 15 teams. The atmosphere was great. Riders arrived at the start, and as they unloaded their bikes, small groups formed as they greeted each other, teammates and rivals alike. Pleasantries exchanged, conversations turned to which riders would be tough to beat and who had the prettiest or fastest bikes for this race.
But the highlight of the Subic leg was the road race over some of the nicest roads these riders have seen anywhere.

For the stronger Category A riders, the distance was 100km. For Cat. B and C riders, they had to complete around 60km and 30km, respectively.