King of the mountain
Make friends with pain, and you'll never be alone - Ken Chlouber
KOM FINISHER MASTER LIST 2026
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KOM JERSEY UPDATE
A couple updates to the 2026 Adobo Velo KOM Finisher Jersey before the store closes!
We’ve upgraded the KOM jersey to the same popular fabric used on the Adobo Velo 20th Anniversary and Hawaiian jerseys. The jersey features two distinct breathable fabrics, including the textured sleeve material, giving it the same comfortable feel and finish that was so well received on those kits.
We’ve also improved the function with the “KOM Kut.” The rear panel has been extended slightly and the rear pockets lowered, making it easier to reach your phone, nutrition, and other essentials while riding.
Only a few days left! The KOM Kit Store closes at midnight Sunday, August 16, the day after the Adobo Velo Orange County/San Diego Picnic.
KOM finishers can place their orders through the AV KOM Challenge website and follow the link to the store. https://sites.google.com/view/adobovelokom
Earned, not given. Wear with pride
We’ve upgraded the KOM jersey to the same popular fabric used on the Adobo Velo 20th Anniversary and Hawaiian jerseys. The jersey features two distinct breathable fabrics, including the textured sleeve material, giving it the same comfortable feel and finish that was so well received on those kits.
We’ve also improved the function with the “KOM Kut.” The rear panel has been extended slightly and the rear pockets lowered, making it easier to reach your phone, nutrition, and other essentials while riding.
Only a few days left! The KOM Kit Store closes at midnight Sunday, August 16, the day after the Adobo Velo Orange County/San Diego Picnic.
KOM finishers can place their orders through the AV KOM Challenge website and follow the link to the store. https://sites.google.com/view/adobovelokom
Earned, not given. Wear with pride
2026 ADOBO VELO KOM CHALLENGE CURRENT FINISHERS LIST
Congratulations to everyone who completed all three KOM rides and earned jersey-qualified status!
Some riders completed the challenge at our official rides, others finished virtually, and many combined the two and found a way to make it work. However you completed the journey, it took commitment, determination, and a lot of climbing.
You earned it. Now go get the jersey.
To purchase your KOM jersey and kit, visit the KOM website and follow the links to the store https://sites.google.com/view/adobovelokom/home
If you completed all three KOM rides but do not see your name on the current finishers list, please message me directly or email your ride information to [email protected]
Chapeau to all our finishers!
Congratulations to everyone who completed all three KOM rides and earned jersey-qualified status!
Some riders completed the challenge at our official rides, others finished virtually, and many combined the two and found a way to make it work. However you completed the journey, it took commitment, determination, and a lot of climbing.
You earned it. Now go get the jersey.
To purchase your KOM jersey and kit, visit the KOM website and follow the links to the store https://sites.google.com/view/adobovelokom/home
If you completed all three KOM rides but do not see your name on the current finishers list, please message me directly or email your ride information to [email protected]
Chapeau to all our finishers!
A round of applause for our Adobo Velo members who committed to completing all three stages of the KOM Challenge in person. It means something to bring it, on the day. Chapeau! Who’s ready to put on their red polka-dot jersey?
CARMEL VALLEY DOUBLE CENTURY STAGE RACE 2 OF 3
In 2 weeks, the California Triple Crown Stage Race continues with the upcoming Carmel Valley Double Century, hosted and organized by the XeDapViet cycling club. A huge thank-you to XeDapViet and its volunteers for putting on this incredible event!
THE CALIFORNIA TRIPLE CROWN 3 STAGE RACES
Stage 1: Eastern Sierra Double Century
Stage 2: Carmel Valley Double Century - 08/22/2026
Stage 3: Best of the Bay Double Century - 10/03/2026
*in 2025 2 out of the 3 podium spots on both male and female divisions of the stage race finishers, were ADOBO VELO!
https://www.caltriplecrown.org/2025/2025FinishersbyName.asp?Action=StageRace&Action2=Time&ClubID=
THE FULL LOOP RETURNS!
Still time to register at:
https://carmelvalleydouble.wordpress.com/
This year’s Carmel Valley Double Century is especially exciting. Following the completion of repairs to the winter storm-damaged sections of PCH Highway 1, the event can finally return to its spectacular full-loop course.
200 miles with 14,000 feet of elevation gain!
Riders will travel through the scenic Monterey and Big Sur areas, experiencing rugged coastline, redwood canyons, oak woodlands, inland valleys, and the dramatic Santa Lucia Mountains.
THE ICONIC NACIMIENTO-FERGUSSON CLIMB
For many riders, the defining feature of the Carmel Valley Double Century will be Nacimiento-Fergusson Road, one of California’s most iconic and breathtaking cycling climbs. Beginning near the rugged cliffs of the Big Sur coast, the road gains more than 2,700 feet in approximately 7 miles! https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nacimiento-Fergusson_Road
Update 08/13/2026
Due to the ongoing Timber Fire and resulting Highway 1/Big Sur impacts, the organizers have released a new 2026 Carmel Valley Double Century V3 route.
The new course removes the Big Sur/Nacimiento-Fergusson section, but don't mistake that for an easier day. The revised route is still approximately 203 miles with roughly 14,000 feet of climbing, with plenty of climbing packed into the second half of the ride.
Course route:
https://carmelvalleydouble.wordpress.com/2023/07/26/2024-cvd-routes/
ADOBO VELO ROLL CALL
AV DUARTE - 4 RIDERS
• Adyco Guevarra - 19 double centuries
• Aaron Aquinono - 3 double centuries
• Cris Bituin - 7 double centuries
• Fredie Marquez Jallorina - 11 double centuries
AV EAGLE ROCK (AVER) - 4 RIDERS
• Memo Mark William Calaway - 106 double centuries!
• JohnLouie Camino - 17 double centuries
• Vicoy Vic - 29 double centuries
• Joey Ducut - 12 double centuries
AV LAS VEGAS (AVLV) - 7 RIDERS
• Roehl Caragao - 159 double centuries!
• Robert Samano - 49 double centuries!
• Elvis Rowe - 24 double centuries
• David Burns - 16 double centuries
• Kant Ng - 24 double centuries
• Caleb Sprayberry - 11 double centuries
• Jeff Borile - 4 double centuries
AV ORANGE COUNTY (AVOC) - 1 RIDER
• Dan Evangelista - 13 double centuries
AV RANCHO CUCAMONGA (AVRC) - 2 RIDERS
• Robert Hao - 21 double centuries
• Romy Dela Vega - 4 double centuries
AV SAN FRANCISCO (AVSF) - 2 RIDERS
• Alex Argue - 18 double centuries
• Jun Guiao - 8 double centuries
AV TUCSON - 2 RIDERS
• Jhune Dela Cruz Reyes - 3 double centuries
• Rj Carlos - 5 double centuries
CURRENT TOTAL
22 riders representing 7 Adobo Velo chapters!
RIDER HIGHLIGHTS
• Roehl Caragao - 159 double centuries and going for #160!
• Memo Santoyo - 106 double centuries and going for #107!
A RIDE FOR THE CTC HALL OF FAME
A very special milestone is within reach for AV Las Vegas Direk Robert Samano. Robert enters Carmel Valley with 49 double centuries completed and will be riding for double century #50!
Finishing Carmel Valley will earn Robert entry into the California Triple Crown Hall of Fame! http://www.caltriplecrown.com/Fame.htm
OTHER AV RIDERS HITTING THEIR TARGET
• Vicoy “Vic” Bueno of AVER will be riding for double century #30!
• Elvis Rowe of AVLV will be riding for double century #25!
• Kant Ng of AVLV will also be riding for double century #25!
• Adyco "Ady" Guevarra of AV Duarte will be riding for double century #20!
Once again, thank you to the XeDapViet cycling club and all its volunteers for hosting the Carmel Valley Double Century and making this adventure possible.
Let’s cheer on our Adobo Velo riders as they take on Stage 2 of the California Triple Crown Stage Race! Wishing everyone strong legs, safe roads, favorable weather, and an unforgettable journey through one of California’s most beautiful cycling regions. If you are riding CVDC and don't see your name on the list, don't be shy and put it in the comments and let's grow the list!
Drop some encouragement for our riders in the comments and see everyone at the AV OC/SD picnic ride next week!
Mabuhay and Godspeed!
In 2 weeks, the California Triple Crown Stage Race continues with the upcoming Carmel Valley Double Century, hosted and organized by the XeDapViet cycling club. A huge thank-you to XeDapViet and its volunteers for putting on this incredible event!
THE CALIFORNIA TRIPLE CROWN 3 STAGE RACES
Stage 1: Eastern Sierra Double Century
Stage 2: Carmel Valley Double Century - 08/22/2026
Stage 3: Best of the Bay Double Century - 10/03/2026
*in 2025 2 out of the 3 podium spots on both male and female divisions of the stage race finishers, were ADOBO VELO!
https://www.caltriplecrown.org/2025/2025FinishersbyName.asp?Action=StageRace&Action2=Time&ClubID=
THE FULL LOOP RETURNS!
Still time to register at:
https://carmelvalleydouble.wordpress.com/
This year’s Carmel Valley Double Century is especially exciting. Following the completion of repairs to the winter storm-damaged sections of PCH Highway 1, the event can finally return to its spectacular full-loop course.
200 miles with 14,000 feet of elevation gain!
Riders will travel through the scenic Monterey and Big Sur areas, experiencing rugged coastline, redwood canyons, oak woodlands, inland valleys, and the dramatic Santa Lucia Mountains.
THE ICONIC NACIMIENTO-FERGUSSON CLIMB
For many riders, the defining feature of the Carmel Valley Double Century will be Nacimiento-Fergusson Road, one of California’s most iconic and breathtaking cycling climbs. Beginning near the rugged cliffs of the Big Sur coast, the road gains more than 2,700 feet in approximately 7 miles! https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nacimiento-Fergusson_Road
Update 08/13/2026
Due to the ongoing Timber Fire and resulting Highway 1/Big Sur impacts, the organizers have released a new 2026 Carmel Valley Double Century V3 route.
The new course removes the Big Sur/Nacimiento-Fergusson section, but don't mistake that for an easier day. The revised route is still approximately 203 miles with roughly 14,000 feet of climbing, with plenty of climbing packed into the second half of the ride.
Course route:
https://carmelvalleydouble.wordpress.com/2023/07/26/2024-cvd-routes/
ADOBO VELO ROLL CALL
AV DUARTE - 4 RIDERS
• Adyco Guevarra - 19 double centuries
• Aaron Aquinono - 3 double centuries
• Cris Bituin - 7 double centuries
• Fredie Marquez Jallorina - 11 double centuries
AV EAGLE ROCK (AVER) - 4 RIDERS
• Memo Mark William Calaway - 106 double centuries!
• JohnLouie Camino - 17 double centuries
• Vicoy Vic - 29 double centuries
• Joey Ducut - 12 double centuries
AV LAS VEGAS (AVLV) - 7 RIDERS
• Roehl Caragao - 159 double centuries!
• Robert Samano - 49 double centuries!
• Elvis Rowe - 24 double centuries
• David Burns - 16 double centuries
• Kant Ng - 24 double centuries
• Caleb Sprayberry - 11 double centuries
• Jeff Borile - 4 double centuries
AV ORANGE COUNTY (AVOC) - 1 RIDER
• Dan Evangelista - 13 double centuries
AV RANCHO CUCAMONGA (AVRC) - 2 RIDERS
• Robert Hao - 21 double centuries
• Romy Dela Vega - 4 double centuries
AV SAN FRANCISCO (AVSF) - 2 RIDERS
• Alex Argue - 18 double centuries
• Jun Guiao - 8 double centuries
AV TUCSON - 2 RIDERS
• Jhune Dela Cruz Reyes - 3 double centuries
• Rj Carlos - 5 double centuries
CURRENT TOTAL
22 riders representing 7 Adobo Velo chapters!
RIDER HIGHLIGHTS
• Roehl Caragao - 159 double centuries and going for #160!
• Memo Santoyo - 106 double centuries and going for #107!
A RIDE FOR THE CTC HALL OF FAME
A very special milestone is within reach for AV Las Vegas Direk Robert Samano. Robert enters Carmel Valley with 49 double centuries completed and will be riding for double century #50!
Finishing Carmel Valley will earn Robert entry into the California Triple Crown Hall of Fame! http://www.caltriplecrown.com/Fame.htm
OTHER AV RIDERS HITTING THEIR TARGET
• Vicoy “Vic” Bueno of AVER will be riding for double century #30!
• Elvis Rowe of AVLV will be riding for double century #25!
• Kant Ng of AVLV will also be riding for double century #25!
• Adyco "Ady" Guevarra of AV Duarte will be riding for double century #20!
Once again, thank you to the XeDapViet cycling club and all its volunteers for hosting the Carmel Valley Double Century and making this adventure possible.
Let’s cheer on our Adobo Velo riders as they take on Stage 2 of the California Triple Crown Stage Race! Wishing everyone strong legs, safe roads, favorable weather, and an unforgettable journey through one of California’s most beautiful cycling regions. If you are riding CVDC and don't see your name on the list, don't be shy and put it in the comments and let's grow the list!
Drop some encouragement for our riders in the comments and see everyone at the AV OC/SD picnic ride next week!
Mabuhay and Godspeed!
KOM PHILIPPINES!
KOM RIDE SPOTLIGHT: Don Flauta
While reviewing the rides submitted for this year’s Adobo Velo KOM Challenge, one activity made me stop and take a closer look.
Don, who is also an accomplished randonnuer, completed this KOM ride on the other side of the world in the Philippines!
Every KOM ride is an epic effort in its own right, whether completed on one of our official rides or virtually. But there was something special about seeing this challenge carried across time zones and continents
Here's a link to Don's ride on Strava: https://www.strava.com/activities/17933041416
Chapeau, Don This was one ride worth highlighting
While reviewing the rides submitted for this year’s Adobo Velo KOM Challenge, one activity made me stop and take a closer look.
Don, who is also an accomplished randonnuer, completed this KOM ride on the other side of the world in the Philippines!
Every KOM ride is an epic effort in its own right, whether completed on one of our official rides or virtually. But there was something special about seeing this challenge carried across time zones and continents
Here's a link to Don's ride on Strava: https://www.strava.com/activities/17933041416
Chapeau, Don This was one ride worth highlighting
05/23/26: KOM III "Malibu’s Most Wanted"
One thing that makes Adobo Velo special is that our leadership doesn’t just organize rides from behind the scenes, they ride alongside the community.
AV President Deo, Treasurer Ken, and Chapter Directors Alex, Allan, Arvin, Robert, Gustavo and RJ are all participating in the KOM Challenge and putting in the work as volunteers too.
These are leaders who genuinely love riding their bikes. They’re balancing family, work, responsibilities, club duties, and still showing up to challenge themselves on the bike and support Adobo Velo.
Proud of our leadership team for continuing to lead from the front and represent what AV is all about.
AV President Deo, Treasurer Ken, and Chapter Directors Alex, Allan, Arvin, Robert, Gustavo and RJ are all participating in the KOM Challenge and putting in the work as volunteers too.
These are leaders who genuinely love riding their bikes. They’re balancing family, work, responsibilities, club duties, and still showing up to challenge themselves on the bike and support Adobo Velo.
Proud of our leadership team for continuing to lead from the front and represent what AV is all about.
Congratulations to Juan Pablo "JP" Bautista, the Overall First Finisher of the 2026 Adobo Velo KOM Challenge!
JP delivered an incredible performance across all three stages, finishing first on every stage and setting the standard from start to finish. His strength, consistency, and humble attitude truly stood out throughout the entire challenge.
JP is also inspiring the young (and old) guns of AV. You can see them pushing themselves to another level. More importantly, he’s showing that hard work, consistency, dedication, and passion for the bike truly pay off.
We’re proud to have JP as part of the Adobo Velo community. Originally from Colombia, he shared during our quick interview at Pedal & Pints how he got started in cycling and the journey that shaped him into the rider he is today. Stories like his are what make this community special.
A heartfelt congratulations to JP and to every AV rider who took on the KOM Challenge. Together, we inspired each other to push past limits, support one another, and take on something extraordinary
JP delivered an incredible performance across all three stages, finishing first on every stage and setting the standard from start to finish. His strength, consistency, and humble attitude truly stood out throughout the entire challenge.
JP is also inspiring the young (and old) guns of AV. You can see them pushing themselves to another level. More importantly, he’s showing that hard work, consistency, dedication, and passion for the bike truly pay off.
We’re proud to have JP as part of the Adobo Velo community. Originally from Colombia, he shared during our quick interview at Pedal & Pints how he got started in cycling and the journey that shaped him into the rider he is today. Stories like his are what make this community special.
A heartfelt congratulations to JP and to every AV rider who took on the KOM Challenge. Together, we inspired each other to push past limits, support one another, and take on something extraordinary
A huge congratulations to Gus Esparza from AVCC, the 2nd finisher of KOM Challenge Stage 3, crossing the line in an incredible 6 hours and 22 minutes.
It was special watching Gus and JP push each other in friendly competition throughout the challenge. After JP made his move up Latigo, Gus answered with a huge effort of his own, earning a Strava PR up the legendary 9-mile climb and another PR on Encinal.
The true meaning of competition comes from the Latin “competere” which means "to strive together". That spirit was alive all day as two strong riders brought out the best in one another and inspired everyone around them.
Gus showed strength, grit, consistency, and heart from start to finish. An unforgettable ride and powerful example of how community can bring out your best. Congratulations, Gus!
It was special watching Gus and JP push each other in friendly competition throughout the challenge. After JP made his move up Latigo, Gus answered with a huge effort of his own, earning a Strava PR up the legendary 9-mile climb and another PR on Encinal.
The true meaning of competition comes from the Latin “competere” which means "to strive together". That spirit was alive all day as two strong riders brought out the best in one another and inspired everyone around them.
Gus showed strength, grit, consistency, and heart from start to finish. An unforgettable ride and powerful example of how community can bring out your best. Congratulations, Gus!
A huge congratulations to Elvis Rowe of AVLV, the 3rd finisher of KOM Challenge Stage 3, with an impressive finishing time of 7 hours and 3 minutes.
Elvis made the long drive from Las Vegas to take on Malibu’s Most Wanted, and it meant a lot to have the approval of someone who organizes epic rides of his own for AVLV.
Elvis delivered a massive performance on the bike, including a Strava power PR of 334 watts for 15 minutes. But beyond the numbers, riders know Elvis for something even greater, his selfless strength. You’ll usually find him at the front, breaking the wind for the group, setting the pace, and helping others ride stronger. Around the bunch, he’s known as “the best wheel ever,” and anyone who has ridden behind him understands why.
Strong legs, strong spirit, and always there for fellow riders. Congratulations, Elvis, on an unforgettable ride
Elvis made the long drive from Las Vegas to take on Malibu’s Most Wanted, and it meant a lot to have the approval of someone who organizes epic rides of his own for AVLV.
Elvis delivered a massive performance on the bike, including a Strava power PR of 334 watts for 15 minutes. But beyond the numbers, riders know Elvis for something even greater, his selfless strength. You’ll usually find him at the front, breaking the wind for the group, setting the pace, and helping others ride stronger. Around the bunch, he’s known as “the best wheel ever,” and anyone who has ridden behind him understands why.
Strong legs, strong spirit, and always there for fellow riders. Congratulations, Elvis, on an unforgettable ride
The spirit of the AV KOM Challenge isn’t only about the fastest riders or podium spots. Sometimes it’s about the rider who refuses to quit.
Huge congratulations to Arvin Poblete of AVRC, our Lanterne Rouge of Stage 3. After an epic day in the saddle, he rolled in 12 hours later to a warm welcome from excited AV riders and volunteers waiting for him at the finish.
That final climb up Potrero became his hilltop to remember. After climbing the most elevation he's ever riden, it was still 8 more miles to the finish line and he just kept going. What once felt impossible became reality through the courage to try, the determination to keep moving forward, and the support of the Adobo Velo family.
This is what the AV KOM Challenge is about. Supporting each other in the good times and the hard times. Celebrating not just speed, but heart, grit, and perseverance.
Congratulations, Arvin. You took on something extraordinary and finished strong
Huge congratulations to Arvin Poblete of AVRC, our Lanterne Rouge of Stage 3. After an epic day in the saddle, he rolled in 12 hours later to a warm welcome from excited AV riders and volunteers waiting for him at the finish.
That final climb up Potrero became his hilltop to remember. After climbing the most elevation he's ever riden, it was still 8 more miles to the finish line and he just kept going. What once felt impossible became reality through the courage to try, the determination to keep moving forward, and the support of the Adobo Velo family.
This is what the AV KOM Challenge is about. Supporting each other in the good times and the hard times. Celebrating not just speed, but heart, grit, and perseverance.
Congratulations, Arvin. You took on something extraordinary and finished strong
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05/02/26: KOM II "The Devil Went Down to Table Mountain"
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Big shoutout to the AV KOM Challenge Stage 2 first finisher, Juan Pablo!
JP finished the 95 mile, 10K course in 6 hours 9 minutes! He arrived at Mcadams park at 12:15p. JP was also the first finisher of Stage 1, finishing the Lobster in just over 7 hours. Congratulations JP!!! |
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Big shoutout to the AV KOM Challenge Stage 2, 2nd finisher, Jason David!
He finished the challenging high altitude course in 6 hour and 41 minutes and averaged 14.5 mph. Jason arrived at Mcadams park at 12:47p Congratulations Jason! |
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Big shoutout to the AV KOM Challenge Stage 2, 3rd finisher duo, Abraham Morales and Jerwin Mejia!!
These two finished the course, just as the winds started to pick up, in 7 hours and 2 minutes and arrived at William Mcadams Park at 1:05p Another friendship forged in fire riding bikes on the mountain. Congratulations Abraham and Jerwin!! |
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Huge shoutout to our AV KOM Challenge Stage 2 gruppetto, the "Grateful Eight"
Simon-Carmi Aguilar
Kyle Contreras
Mark San Diego
Neil De Joya Mendoza
Oliver De Joya Mendoza
Arvin Poblete
Jerome Iglesias
Dean Danganan
This multi chapter group, (Cerritos, Las Vegas, Rancho Cucamonga, San Diego) were last in, but all in.
They finished the course when it was at its most difficult, with tempatures peaking and the notorious wind howling! They made it back to William Mcadams Park at 5:15p greeted by a crew of equally grateful volunteers
Congratulations guys
Every finish has it own story. You eight are the perfect example of #adobostrong
Simon-Carmi Aguilar
Kyle Contreras
Mark San Diego
Neil De Joya Mendoza
Oliver De Joya Mendoza
Arvin Poblete
Jerome Iglesias
Dean Danganan
This multi chapter group, (Cerritos, Las Vegas, Rancho Cucamonga, San Diego) were last in, but all in.
They finished the course when it was at its most difficult, with tempatures peaking and the notorious wind howling! They made it back to William Mcadams Park at 5:15p greeted by a crew of equally grateful volunteers
Congratulations guys
Every finish has it own story. You eight are the perfect example of #adobostrong
03/21/26: KOM I "The Lobster"
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From: John Louie Camino
The Stage #1 Kambing of the Mountains (KOM) challenge, 100 miles with a 10,000ft+ elevation gain, was a huge success for Adobo Velo members! Everyone who finished hit a big milestone, and even those who just tried showed determination in challenging themselves kudos to you. Big thanks to Joey Ducut for leading the way, President Deo Punongbayan , the BODs, and all the amazing volunteers who made it happen! We had 100% attendance from the first to the last finisher. Congrats, Adobo Bros/Sis!. Rest and recover Stage #2 is coming up! |
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