It’s been crazy hot outside, and people are still cycling. But there are some who’d want to but are afraid of getting their skin burnt, or they simply find it too difficult. In this episode of Tambike Session, Buji Babiera and Aneka Crisostomo share their experiences and suggestions for alleviating the pains of cycling under the sun ..read more

La Union is popularly known as a surfing spot, and recently, more local tourists are coming here for fun beach getaways. There’s been a surge of good restaurants, cafes, and hangout places! But aside from the activities by the sea, Elyu has a lot more to offer. In this episode, Buji Babiera talks with local bike shop owner Geezer Laña about exploring this beautiful province and the current popularity of the surf town ..read more

There’s this notion that cyclists hate motorcycle riders: they enter the bike lanes, are rude, noisy, and very inconsiderate. Not everyone’s like that, for sure, but it’s one of the struggles that cyclists face when they’re on the road. In this episode, Buji Babiera shares his reflections as a first-time rider in Metro Manila and how he immersed himself to get to know more about the perspectives of this type of road user in our cities. Tambike Session is an ANIMA podcast ..read more

There’s been a lot of talk about the safety of "e-bikes" on our roads, and there are even policies banning them on certain roads. Are these electric vehicles really dangerous on our roads? Let’s delve into this topic as we discuss the various types of electric vehicles and their impacts on traffic safety and road users ..read more

How does it feel to bike in Tokyo? Japan is renowned for its great food, impressive urban designs and efficient public transportation, among other things. Filipinos love visiting Japan as tourists, with many exploring the country on foot or using taxis and trains. However, there are some who have managed to experience Tokyo by bike. In this episode, we’ll hear from cyclists who have explored the capital of the Land of the Rising Sun on two wheels. Tambike Session is produced by Anica Neri, edited by Joaquin Ticzon. Tambike Session is an ANIMA podcast ..read more

How’s biking in Boracay? Buji Babiera chats with Chael Partisala, owner of a bike-rental business, about cycling in Aklan’s world-renowned island. In this episode, they share lessons on bike tourism and the best spots to cycle in this tourist destination ..read more

Many people ask me, “How do I find my stories, and what’s the process behind it?” In this episode, I share my background as a storyteller and the questions I ask myself before deciding if something is worth sharing with an audience. Recently, I won the Notable Storyteller award at the National Bike Day Awards and Recognition, inspiring me to celebrate by offering tips to those who’d like to tell stories ..read more

So many things have happened in 2023, especially in the world of cycling! In the Philippines, there’s the viral news of road rage involving an ex-cop and a bike commuter, the emergence and removal of protected bike lanes, and the rising popularity of light electric vehicles. In this era of worsening carmageddon and traffic, are Filipinos still biking this year? Buji Babiera revisits the hottest biking news in the country with Jay Daligdig and Elijah Go Tian and they discuss their hopes for the coming year ..read more

Romy Manzano was seen cycling with his two children on Mabini Bridge in Manila. He biked all the way from Paranaque, covering a 20-kilometer distance, to reach a charitable institution. He wanted to get free rice, only to discover that he missed the cutoff. Biking for around nine hours, he would now have to return home empty-handed. His story was shared on First Bike Ride and it quickly went viral, prompting hundreds of thousands of Filipinos to offer assistance. This is the story of the viral post ..read more

Every fourth Sunday of November, the Philippines celebrates National Bicycle Day. In 2020, under Proclamation 1052, it aimed to recognize cycling as a significant environmental contribution. Three years later, we ask: is a bicycle worth celebrating in the country? In this episode, cycling advocate Karen Crisostomo of Bicycle Friendly Philippines shares a brief history of how National Bike Day originated and highlights this year’s major celebration in Iloilo, one of our premier local cycling cities ..read more