I didn’t see a lot of Leyte but it’s okay. It only meant I have a lot of reason to go back to the island. For now, I have to make my way from Tacloban City to Allen, Samar to catch the RORO back to Luzon before it gets dark.
Come to think of it, I also didn’t get to see a lot of Samar either. If you recall, I passed through Samar going to Leyte at night. I was too busy trying to stay awake. This time, I have daylight on my side. I’m praying it doesn’t rain though.
The road from Tacloban to Calbayog is in good condition. Mountain slopes on one side, the sea just a few kilometers on the other side. Very refreshing!
Catbalogan, Samar’s capital is 100 kms away from Tacloban City, Leyte.
Weather is very unpredictable in this region but the sun was shining brightly when I got to the Capitol.
Catbalogan City’s tricycle. Colorful, sturdy, and spacious.
I forgot to refuel and Calbayog is still 70kms from Catbalogan. I have already traveled 100kms and a full tank usually only lasts for 150 kms.
I wish I have this habal-habal’s roof and widshield. It’s been raining on this part in Santa Margarita.
I traveled 171 kms on one full tank. I refueled with 3.52 kms or P238 at P67.65/L. Slowing down and maintaining a 50kph speed helped save fuel.
I normally rest no longer than 30 minutes and only intake energy bars and energy drinks if needed.
While resting, I noticed this little fella stuck in my knee protector. Poor thing! It lived to tell his story.
Calbayog “tricycle’s” trademark has got to be those small wheels. It has 4 wheels in total.
Calbayog-Allen road has a lot of road works going on and since I am ahead of schedule, I thought, I can go the long way – via Catarman. This will double the distance to be traveled.
The roads leading to and from Catarman are OK. Not polished like asphalted roads though. It cuts through the mountain so best to avoid it when travelling at night or alone. Wait, I am alone!
Finally got myself to Allen Port by 5PM. Goodbye Visayas! I shall return.
Best part of the RORO crossing is the sunset. God it’s beautiful!
By 7PM we are already approaching Matnog port.
Who needs complicated computers to safely guide the ship into port? Send someone down there and tells us where to go!! lol!
I’m back Luzon. Did you miss me? I’m waiting for some buses to leave the port. I’ll tail them all the way to Legazpi! Haha!
I needed to stop to refuel in Sorsogon City. I was left alone again. Good thing is Sorsogon roads are in excellent condition and has reflectorized paint.
I was home by 10PM. My niece and nephew are still awake. I’ll make it up to them the following day. I had a long day, almost 450 kms actually.
riderako 
hi sir, posible po ba ung manila to tacloban, 2 wheels solo ride?
yes sir, madami namang gumagawa ng long rides on 2 wheels.. kahit solo ride pa.
ano po ba yung preparations po para jan? Salamat.
basic preparation na yung tune up at change oil para sa MC. make sure maganda pa thread ng gulong mo. para sa rider naman, disiplina lang.. the rest, you’ll figure out on your own as you put in more miles under your belt. good luck!