VespaSol: Scoot trips under the sun | Motourismo

By Toby Alberto

Taal Lake is a touring staple in the Philippines. In photo from left to right: Ryan Joson, Renan Lacson, Gian Santos, Toby (me), Allan Flores, Picoy Alberto, Carlo Panganiban, and David Layosa.

Epiphany

It was during the peak of the 2020 pandemic lockdown when I had an epiphany of sorts: “I was going to own and ride a motorcycle as a hobby!” I fancy myself an outdoors person. My regular activities ranged from hiking/camping to scuba diving and a bit of cycling. With the exception of cycling, the lockdown rules made it difficult (to impossible) to engage in the activities I enjoyed. 

GEARS & TECH: Generation 2 ComTect Cooling Battle Jacket limited issue | Motourismo

By Inaki Jose

ComTect is proudly Filipino.

The first Comfort and Technology or COMTECT jacket came out in 2018. It was designed by daily rider Boyet Espino, creating a protective jacket designed by a daily rider for the daily rider. COMTECT's primary function is to alleviate the heat that daily riders are subjected to. These are from daily work commuters, delivery professionals, motorcycle taxis and traffic law enforcement agencies.