After the success of PALumba sa MassKara 2008, the organizers are once again bringing the sports event in Bacolod City with the PALumba 2009. The 2nd National Drag Race is scheduled on 17-19 April 2009 at the old Bacolod PAL Airport.
Racers from around the country are once again expected to join the event. Several Bacoleños commented on my PALumba 2008 post that they are willing to pay to watch the event. The drag race event makes a good tourist attraction and events such as this will hopefully keep drag races off the street and into legitimate racing venues.
However, the safety of the spectators should be given more consideration. Although there was no untoward incident in last year’s event, the set-up still needs improvement. Hopefully, the PALumba 2009 will surpass the success of PALumba 2008.
Update:
For those who would like to register, contact (034) 476-2266 or email atb_mailbox@yahoo.com. (Info from event poster)
Here are some pictures from the PALumba 2008:
Photos by Annie May Valdez