Ravpower Turbo+ Powerbank 20100 mah

Gadgets today are quite power grabber, battery usually doesn't last long. The faster the device, the more power it needs. Powerbanks were invented for this situation, power on the go. Charging without the need of charger and outlet. The common powerbanks are single usb port, slow charging speed and low capacity.

As I experienced the same problem, I looked for the requirements I need. Fast charging (Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0), 2-3 charging ports, large ampere hour capacity  and lightweight.

Some of my candidates for the powerbanks I need are Anker, Aukey, Pivoful, Tronsmart, Ravpower, and Momax.

My top 3 list were: Pivodul, Tronsmart and Ravpower.

If budget was not my concern I will definitely chose among Anker, Aukey or Momax.

I chose Ravpower Turbo+ 20100 mah.

The box is neat and it includes welcome and support information like hello, happy or sad.

Contains QR code and serial number for verification of authenticity.

The packages includes:

- pouch / case
- 2 USB Type A cable
- 1 micro usb to type c adaptor

My short review after using this for 1 month:

PROS:
- Nice packaging and premium materials used
- 2 USB cable
- Type C Adapter
- Case/Pouch
- Fast charging 2 usb ports + type c port (output)
- fast powerbank charging (input) using QC 3.0 port, 4-4.5 hrs
- lightweight compared to other 20,000 mah powerbank
- cheaper compared to other competitors

CONS:
- no usb type c to type c cable
- no charger for the powerbank, use your cellphone charge
- type c input is slow for charging even using fast charger or QC 3.0 charger (I though this would be faster thank quick charge
- powerbank heats up when charing it in the type c input
- it charge my Note 8 around 3-3.5 time

WISH:
- it has batter level indicator (percent)
- it has fast charging via type c port
- it has type c to type c usb cable
- it has its own fast charger


You can buy this online at lazada at this link:
https://www.lazada.com.ph/-i103242829-s103617412.html?spm=a2o4l.order_list.detail_image..5b2b3e17sCO1XC&urlFlag=true&mp=1

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Uber No More in the Philippines

After Uber officially selling their share in Southeast Asia to Grab there will be no Uber App starting April 16, 2018.

Philippines was one of the affected country of the Uber-Grab deal. Uber will just ask for commission to Grab of 27.5 %.

Philippine Competition Commission  (PCC) is against this Uber-Grab deal but Uber has to stop operating anymore according to LTFRB.

We are left with Grab for now.  LTFRB said there will be three more TNC players coming so monopoly will be prevented.

After Uber being offline, complaints on the fare setting of Grab arises. Some are higher fare compare to Uber. Another is the recent 2 pesos per minute charge. 

Uber will be missed, I hope to ride with you again in the future. Nothing compares to Uber.

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Proceedings of the Eastern Asia Society for Transportation Studies Vol.11, 2017 (Held in the 2017 EASTS Conference in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam)

Papers form the recent EASTS Conference held in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam are now available for download.

Source:
http://www.easts.info/on-line/proceedings/vol.11/head.htm

My paper can be downloaded here:

Service Characteristics of Transportation Network Companies (TNCs) and Conventional Taxis in Metro Manila, Philippines

http://www.easts.info/on-line/proceedings/vol.11/pdf/PP1714_H1.pdf

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Japanese Encephalitis in the Philippines

source: Center for Disease Control and Prevention

What is Japanese encephalitis?

Japanese encephalitis (JE) is a disease spread through mosquito bites. Symptoms usually take 5-15 days to develop and include fever, headache, vomiting, confusion, and difficulty moving. Symptoms that develop later include swelling around the brain and coma. JE is a serious disease that may cause death.

Who is at risk?

Travelers who go to Asia are at risk for getting Japanese encephalitis. For most travelers the risk is extremely low but depends on where you are going, the time of year, your planned activities, and the length of the trip. You are at higher risk if you are traveling to rural areas, will be outside frequently, or will be traveling for a long period of time.  In mild climates in northern Asia the risk for JE is greater in the summer and fall. In tropical and subtropical areas, there is a risk year-round.

What can travelers do to prevent Japanese encephalitis?

Culex tarsalis mosquito
Travelers can protect themselves from JE by getting JE vaccine and preventing mosquito bites.

Get JE vaccine, if recommended:

Talk to your doctor about your travel plans:
Your doctor can help you decide if you need the JE vaccine based on the length of your trip, the areas where you will be traveling, and your planned activities.
See your doctor at least 6 weeks before your trip:
The JE vaccine is given in 2 doses that are spaced over a month.
You should get the last dose at least 10 days before your trip.
Prevent mosquito bites:

If you are bitten by mosquitoes:

Avoid scratching mosquito bites.
Apply hydrocortisone cream or calamine lotion to reduce itching.


#Repost
SOURCE:
https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/diseases/japanese-encephalitis

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How to Avoid Extra Charge by Taxi Drivers

Since LTFRB suspended Uber's operations recently thisweek, some commuters opt to ride taxi once again. Someone posted on facebook her technique to avoid the extra Php 100.00 charge by a taxi driver. 

Here's the script:

Me: (Pumara ng Taxi na chaka, dahil wala ng choice) 

Kuya sa BGC nga po! 

Tsuper: Boss trapik dun.

Me: E pa'no?

Tsuper: Sige. Basta dagdagan mo ha. P100.

(sumakay ako, Umandar. Nagtulug-tulugan habang natatrapik.. Nakarating sa BGC.....)

Metro: 209 pesoses.

Tsuper: Yung dagdag ha.

Me: Nag-abot ng P220. Tapos dumukot uli ng P100. Bago ko iniabot ang "dagdag," binulungan ko muna ang pera. Some Latin sounding gibberish in the form of incantation na may patirik-tirik pa ng mata. Dinila-dilaan at hinipan ang pera...Pasigaw ang pagtatapos at nag ala- Mariah Carey whistle!

"Globilium Sancti Taxium Tsuperas Punyateras!!"

Inabot ko sa tsuper ang P100.

Tsuper: Ano 'yang binulong mo?

Me: Oh ayan na ang dagdag mo.

Tsuper: Ano nga 'yung binulong mo sa pera?

Me: (Pinipilit kong iabot ang P100 na "dagdag" pero ayaw nang tanggapin ng tsuper. Ni ayaw hawakan.)

Tsuper: Salamat na lang. Mangkukulam ka, Bumaba ka na!!! 

And here's the technique we can use to this kind of taxi drivers :D 

credits: Hannah Quiwa for the picture

Credit to this post
https://www.facebook.com/TrendingStufffff/photos/a.1903616666521247.1073741828.1903438233205757/1925325947683652/?type=3&theater

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Versace on the Floor (Official Video)

The billboard hit Versace on the Floor by Bruno Mars has been famous in the past months without having it's official MTV.

Today, they released the official video of Versace on the Floor.

Featuring the girl named Zendaya.

As of the moment, it has 2.1 million views for just 8hrs. (Aug. 13, 2017 - USA time)

Watch it on the link above.

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6.2 Magnitude Earthquake Update August 11, 2017

At around 1:28pm the presence of an earthquake in Metro Manila was felt.


According to the android app eQuake, it was magnitude 6.2 and its epicenter is in Tuy, Batangas.

Luckily, this is not the BIG ONE yet!. Everyone was prepared especially in those high rise buildings.

Evacuation of buildings was seen in BGC and Makati.


According to Philvolcs:


Phivolcs upgrades 1:28 PM earthquake to magnitude 6.3. Origin of the quake was recorded at Nasugbu, Batangas.

Reported Intensities:
Inensity 4 - Calapan, Mindoro; Subic, Zambales; Rosario, Cavite; Manila City; Sablayan, Occidental Mindoro


Intensity 3 - Pateros City; Quezon City; Makati City; Malolos, Bulacan; Cainta, Rizal; Calamba, Laguna


Intensity 2 - Magalang, Pampanga; Tanauan City, Batangas

Intensity 1 - Talisay, Batangas

Instrumental Intensities:
Intensity 3 - Calumpit, San Ildefonso, Bulacan; Tagaytay City

Intenisty 2 - Lucban, Quezon


No report on damages to infrastructures.

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Comparative Analysis of Transportation Network Companies (TNCs) and Conventional Taxi Services in Metro Manila

Abstract: This research presents a comparative analysis of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) of TNCs vs Conventional Taxis. The key performance indicators include travel speed, reliability, passenger expense, and quality of service. Travel diaries from regular riders of Uber, GrabCar and Conventional Taxi’s ran for 30 days in order to gather data and compare its KPIs. Hence, additional surveys such as: (1) availability of vehicle check and (2) performance indicator survey were also conducted in order to validate.

Based from the results of the travel diary submitted, Uber is faster than GrabCar and Conventional Taxi. In terms of reliability or the number of available vehicles at a specified pick up point, GrabCar dominates Uber and Conventional Taxi. Uber is said to be cheaper than conventional taxis. However, GrabCar was costlier among the three (3) transport modes. Lastly, Uber and GrabCar has better quality of service compared to conventional taxis.

Key words:  TNC, Uber, GrabCar, Conventional Taxi, Key Performance Indicators, Taxi, Travel Speed, Reliability, Passenger Expense, Quality of Service

1.       INTRODUCTION

1.1      Background of the Study

Uber is a popular mode of car sharing in the United States that is currently becoming popular in Metro Manila. GrabCar, on the other hand, provides the same services as Uber and was an added feature in GrabTaxi App. It originated in Malaysia and has start up success in the Philippines. This service is classified by the Department of Transportation and Communications (DOTC) as Transport Network Company (TNC), while their partners are called Transportation Network Vehicle Service (TNVS).

The previous studies and problems from other countries where car-sharing success originated can be used as a basis for upgrading our transport system. Hence, solutions and improvements can be incorporated to TNCs in our country to help further enhance its services.

In order to compare the services and performances of TNCs vs Conventional Taxi, Key Performance Indicators will be used as a measurement. As such, Travel Speed, Reliability, Passenger Fare, and Quality of Service will be used to validate the beneficial impact of TNCs to our transport system. The positive results which translate to a more convenient and safer ride in turn can contribute to a sustainable transportation system.

1.1      Research Problem

Performance indicators of largest TNCs (Uber, & GrabCar) against Conventional Taxi should be checked to compare the quality of service of each mode.

1.2     Objectives

This study has the following objectives:

a)      Identify the role of Uber & GrabCar in our transportation sector and sustainable transport;

b)      To measure performance of existing taxi services versus the newly introduce Transportation Network Vehicle Service (TNVS): Uber and GrabCar;

c)      To formulate recommendations for TNCs as well as for improving conventional taxi services.

1.3     Significance of the Study

Formulate recommendations to TNCs and identify the areas that our existing taxi services has yet to improve.

1.4     Scope and Limitation

The scope of the study includes the following:

a) The study is limited to TNC like Uber & GrabCar, and Conventional Taxis in Metro Manila

b) Study area is limited to Metro Manila

c) The study focuses on the comparison of these three types of transit, namely: Uber, GrabCar, and Conventional Taxi

d) The performance indicators are limited to Reliability, Travel Speed, Passenger Expense and Quality of Service

1.5     Study Framework

Taxi is a public utility vehicle for hire with a driver, used by single passenger or a group of people, and often not shared using a car. It transports passengers to the location of their choice point to point.

Transportation Network Company (TNC) is a company that uses online-enabled application using personal and non-commercial vehicles for car-sharing/ridesharing/resourcing purposes. (Uber, GrabCar, Lyft Etc.)

The study will focus on the Four (4) Performance Indicators in order to compare and analyze the service provided by Uber, GrabCar and Conventional Taxi.

More can be found at this link:
http://ncts.upd.edu.ph/tssp/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/Paronda-et-al.pdf

Result can be downloaded https://independent.academia.edu/ArdenGP

Video Presentation: (About Uber and Taxi)
https://youtu.be/8e-CEAhrg28?t=37m35s
https://youtu.be/68K8seFWxEQ

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Exploratory Survey of Uber, GrabCar, and Ordinary Taxi

Hi Uber and GrabCar Riders,

        

I'm conducting an online survey for Uber & GrabCar users and Partners/Peers.

This online survey aims to determine the ratio of car users vs taxi's, Uber, and GrabCar and the common problems in Taxis.

Through this survey, we can profile the Uber Users, areas with most and least no. of passengers. Efficiency, reliability, booking time, travel time and passenger fare will be compared.

As part of my Master's thesis in M.S. Civil Engineering (Transportation Engineering), I need to perform this survey to gather information.

The result of the study will benefit us and our transportation sector, having this useful data can help us analyze the problems and what to do to improve it. We can look for ways to improve its service.

Results of the survey will be shared here and to public.

Please answer this survey if you're an Uber/GrabCar and Taxi User

(click the link)

(1) Exploratory Survey of Uber, GrabCar, and Ordinary Taxi

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1njFz4hFEPf0cZVYzdiJE46onfphnnRjeQzHvGlmwPMU/viewform?usp=send_form

Please answer this survey if you're an Uber/GrabCar Peers and Partner 

(click the link)

(2) Uber and GrabCar Partner/Peers Survey

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/19bKTAEVqqG0z6EMIl8wmVHKYRR7v79v5xVcT_3G6caY/viewform?usp=send_form

(3) Travel Diary for Regular TNC (Uber, GrabCar) Users and Taxi 

If you're a regular Uber or GrabCar User and willing to participate in my survey. I will email you the form to fill up, everytime you ride a TNC (Uber/GrabCar) or an Ordinary Taxi.

Please answer in your honest opinion based on your experience as the result will be useful.

As a token of appreciation, I will be giving away Seven (7) cash cards worth PhP 1,000.00 each to be drawn as raffle prize for those who completed the survey including the Travel Diary for Regular TNC (Uber, GrabCar) Users and Taxi.

SM Gift Card worth 1000 Pesos

The Five (5) cash cards will be from the Travel Diary for Regular TNC (Uber, GrabCar) Users and Taxi. To complete the survey, you must answer all the questions and press the “Submit” button on the last page.

Thank you for your participation.

If you have any question, just PM me or text me.

Regards,

ARDEN GLENN A. PARONDA
Graduate Student, MS C.E. (Transportation Engineering)
Institute of Civil Engineering, College of Engineering
University of the Philippines, Diliman
ardenglennp@gmail.com

Result can be downloaded here: https://independent.academia.edu/ArdenGP

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2016 Nissan Juke

2016 Nissan Juke is soon be launched here in the Philippines. It is a good alternative for cross-over SUV. Being a 1.6L engine, it is definitely fuel efficient. According to Nissan Mantrade, the pricetag is around 900k+. Looking at the exterior, it looks like a Mini Cooper and a robotic vehicle.

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2016 Toyota Land Cruiser 200 Series

The 2016 Toyota Land Cruiser 200 Series made a global launch in Japan last August 2015.

source: http://www.carscoops.com/

The body was the same but design concept is really amazing. It gets a new face and rear. It has new design grill that looks like the same as other brand (Everest). New headlights, larger bumper, and new foglight design.

source: http://www.carscoops.com/

Inside this luxury beast is a two tone interior. A 4.2-inch TFT color LCD Screen, leathers seats with soft padding materials.

source: http://www.carscoops.com/

Safety features new to this model:
1. Pre-collision system
2. Radar Cruise control
3. Lane Departure Alert
4. Automatic High Beam and Blind Spot Monitor

source: http://www.carscoops.com/ 

Engine: 4.5-liter twin-turbo diesel engine with 272 PS and 650'Nm of Torque or 4.6-liter V8 petrol with 308 PS and 439 Nm of torque

Both are equipped with electronically six-speed automatic transmission.

source: http://www.carscoops.com/

According to a reliable sales agent from Toyota Philippines, they are already accepting letter of intent for those who are ordering a unit. Reservation fee is not needed. You'll have to wait for 3months for your unit. The estimated pricetag is P 4.4+ million (Philippine Pesos) for the base model and 4.8+ Million for the Full Option. Thank to JPEPA Agreement between Japan and Philippines, 3001cc or 3.0+L engines are exempted to tariff.

2016 Toyota Land Cruiser 200 Teaser

JPEPA Meaning

JPEPA Trade Agreement
JPEPA Overview
JPEPA Agreement

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Brain Damaging Habits

1. No Breakfast

 People who do not take breakfast are going to have a lower blood sugar level.This leads to an insufficient supply of nutrients to the brain causing brain degeneration.

 2 . Overeating

 It causes hardening of the brain arteries, leading to a decrease in mental power.

 3. Smoking

 It causes multiple brain shrinkage and may lead to Alzheimer disease.

 4. High Sugar consumption

 Too much sugar will interrupt the absorption of proteins and nutrients causing malnutrition and may interfere with brain development.

 5. Air Pollution

 The brain is the largest oxygen consumer in our 20 body. Inhaling polluted air decreases the supply of oxygen to the brain, bringing about a decrease in brain efficiency.

 6 . Sleep Deprivation

 Sleep allows our brain to rest.. Long term deprivation from sleep will accelerate

 the death of brain cells..

 7. Head covered while sleeping

 Sleeping with the head covered increases the concentration of carbon dioxide and decrease concentration ofoxygen that may lead to brain damaging effects.

 8. Working your brain during illness

 Working hard or studying with sickness may lead to a decrease in effectiveness of the brain as well as damage the brain.

 9. Lacking in stimulating thoughts

 Thinking is the best way to train our brain, lacking in brain stimulation thoughts may cause brain shrinkage.

 10. Talking Rarely

 Intellectual conversations will promote the efficiency of the brain

source: Useful Info and Health Tips 

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Viewers mourn as Mamang dies in the Teleserye 'Be Careful with my Heart'

Today was the last shown episode of MAMANG as portrayed by veteran actress Divina Valencia. Her character as Mamang Conchita died in her sleep in the wednesday episode of "Be Careful with my Heart"

source: www.pinoyexchange.com  

According to her facebook account @Divina Valencia her character has to dies because she will be busy with an upcoming Kapamilya show "Galema, Anak ni Zuma" starring Andi Eigenmann that will be aired this September.

Before the scene happened, there's a scene where Mamang offered here "traje de boda" (wedding gown) for the use of Maya in her wedding. It may seems to be a premonition or something but after that night suddenly Mamang died in the morning. 

According to sources, Mamang's death is necessary to break the ice of too much happiness. They will also let Maya and other characters to grief before the wedding happened.

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8 Healthy Reasons to Eat Beets (remolatsa in tagalog)

Beets (remolatsa in tagalog)

1.  Weight Loss

Beets taste sweet, but a cup of cooked beet contains only 60 calories and is full of fiber. This is a perfect food for weight management.

The sugars in beets are smart carbs, since they come in a natural whole food form.  Unlike white sugar, the beet calories come with a lot of nutrients and phytochemicals.

2.  Brain and Energy Boost

Beets are high in natural nitrates, which are converted to nitric oxide in the body. Nitric oxide is known to expand the walls of blood vessels so you can enjoy more oxygen, more nutrients, and more energy.

Studies have shown nitric oxide to increase the efficiency of the mitochondria (your energy powerhouses). The results of these studies were impressive.

A single small serving (70 ml) of beetroot juice reduced resting blood pressure by 2%.

A single small serving increased the length of time professional divers could hold their breath by 11%.

Cyclists who drank a single larger serving (500 ml) of beetroot juice were able to ride up to 20% longer.

3.  Nature’s Viagra

One of the first known uses of beets was by the ancient Romans, who used them medicinally as an aphrodisiac. Many plants have been considered an aphrodisiac by some culture at some time, but in this case it may be more than just wishful thinking.

As noted above, beets can increase blood flow due to their nitrates. Increased blood flow to the genital areas is one of the mechanisms Viagra and other pharmaceuticals create their effects.  Beets also contain high amounts of boron, which is directly related to the production of human sex hormones.

4.  Super Antioxidant for a Long, Healthy, Pain-Free Life

Antioxidants help to reverse the daily accumulated wear and tear on the body, known as aging. Beets are a very good source of commonly known antioxidants like vitamin C and manganese, but it is their lesser-known antioxidants which give them their true value.

The blood-red color of beets comes from a powerful group of antioxidants called betalains. There are hundreds of studies on the positive health benefits of betalains.  A short summary of the results shows that they help in the areas of cancer, heart disease, diabetes, and inflammation. If you go to Google Scholar and type in ‘betalains,’ you will see 3790 scholarly references on this subject.

5.  Anti-Inflammatory Benefits

The inflammatory response is a natural function of the body which saves our lives when it responds to the acute stresses in our lives, like bacterial infection and injury. Due to the constant stress in our modern lives, however, this inflammation becomes chronic. It is as though our body is constantly in a battle. Inflammation has been linked to a number of symptoms and diseases including:

Wrinkles
Susceptibility to infections
Cancer
Arthritis
Bronchitis
Chronic pain
Diabetes
High blood pressure
Osteoporosis
Heart disease
Candidiasis

The blood-red betalains in beets have been shown to reduce chronic inflammation.

6.  Cancer Prevention

Preliminary tests suggest that beetroot ingestion can be one of the useful means to prevent lung and skin cancer. Other studies have shown that beet juice inhibits the formation of cancer-causing compounds called nitrosamines.

7.  Cell Detoxification and Cleansing

The antioxidants in beets have been shown to support what is called phase 2 cleansing.  In phase 2 cleansing, unwanted toxic substances are chemically combined with a small nutrient group. This combination neutralizes the toxin and makes them sufficiently water-soluble so they can be excreted through the urine.

This is therefore deep cleansing on a cellular level, that may have long term health benefits.

8.  Improved Mental Health

The betalains in beets has been used in certain treatments of depression. It also contains tryptophan, which relaxes the mind and creates a sense of well-being, similar to chocolate. Enjoy!

source: http://www.care2.com

beets as a juice

I've tried drinking beets as a juice with carrots, and apple. The taste of veets is like or smell likes soil and it dominates the taste of all others. It drips a red color when you slice it. The taste won't bother much compared to the great benefits it has to our health. Beets with strawberry and banana is also okay.

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Skyway Accident Caused by a Counterflowing Vehicle and Caught on Cam

Joselino Luna a driver of Mazda 2 vehicle and was driving along skyway northbound direction. He has a vehicle cam mounted on his rearview mirror and recording the front of his windshield. He was driving along skyway at around 100kph at the innerlane, the overtaking lane and all of the  sudden an incoming Toyota Altis vehicle surprised him on an high speed head on collision. Luna tried to change lane but another vehicle was on his right side. Accident happened and they're lucky to survived this incident. The driver of the Toyota Altis was wasted. He's wrong from the start. He entered the skyway exit, counterflow in expressway, and exit at entry point. He also did not invest for a comprehensive insurance. Call him irresponsible. He is a reckless driver and this is reckless driving.

Incoming vehicle before the head on collision happened

Credits: AutoEncorePhil

Did Luna's vehicle save him from this scary accident? We should always consider the SAFETY FEATURES  of a vehicle before buying it. Saving a little from gas is not that good at all compared to investing a vehicle with a lot of safety features installed that may save your life incase anything happen like this.

Luna posted his accident experience on this facebook account, and it goes viral in youtube on August 24, 2013.

 His facebook account is in the link below.

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=10153186878010427

source: http://youtu.be/qju9K1INs50

credits: Mike Ballaban

Credits:https://www.facebook.com/joselino.luna

No matter how safe we drive, ACCIDENT do happen because of irresponsible drivers like this. Strict issuance of drivers license can be one of the solutions I can think to prevent accident from reckless drivers. Why did the skyway officials didn't flag down this vehicles from the start, before he entered the exit of skyway? Do they have security cameras installed on the skyway? I think there's also a shortcoming on the part of the operation of skyway.

Drivers should always be alert and expect an accident can happened anytime. If we can't prevent it, at least we should be prepared and have presence of mind .

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Blackberry Trade-in Promo

Blackberry Philippines is offering a trade-in promo for existing or non-existing blackberry users. You can trade-in a working or not working cellphone. Additional discount will corresponds to the value of cellphone you want to trade-in. The more recent or updated cellphone will have more discount. Step 1 of the process is assessing the value of your cellphone you want to trade in. Step 2 will be the payment. You can pay in cash or 12% months 0% interest!

The unit they are offering are:

1.) BB Z10 = 19,990.00 less trade in value

2.) BB Curve 9360 = 7.990.00 less trade in value

3.) BB Curve 9320 = 6,990.00 less trade in value

4.) BB Curve 9220 = 4,990.00 less trade in value

The Promo is extended up to September 1, 2013 (Sunday). If you're interested you can visit any of the 300 participating stores nationwide. 

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Ivisan, Capiz's Major Mode of Transportation - Only in the Philippines

Ivisan is a fourth class municipality in the province of Capiz, Philippines. According to the 2010 census, it has a population of 26,763 people.

Barangays

Ivisan is politically subdivided into 15 barangays.

Agmalobo

Agustin Navarra (Agumang - ang)

Balaring

Basiao

Cabugao

Cudian

Ilaya-Ivisan (Yabton)

Malocloc Norte

Malocloc Sur (Mahayag)

Matnog

Mianay

Ondoy

Poblacion Norte

Poblacion Sur

Santa Cruz

Demographics

Population census of Ivisan
Year	Pop.	±% p.a.
1990	21,510	—
1995	22,720	1.10%
2000	24,256	1.32%
2007	25,882	0.93%
2010	26,763	1.12%
Source: National Statistics Office[3][4]

source: wikipedia

I've been in this peaceful town last January of this year (2013) for a reason.Visitors are very much welcome here.Tourism are also promoted by the local government of unit of this town. Beach resort are the common tourist spot here. Mr. Ipe Yap is the current mayor for 2013 onwards. What intrigues me here is their mode of transportation. Why is the development in this town is so slow? Is it because politics? or just the town have less income. I don't want to conclude. Even business establishment like restaurants are only a few. Tricycles with pimp suspension (truck like) and "Pajaks" are the common mode of public transport here. You can see very few jeepneys here, maybe on a scheduled basis only.

As u can see in the above picture, mixed aged people are riding a jeep like tricycle with capacity of approximately 20 persons

It is the commonly used mode of transportation here, where it connects inter barangays. Even in unpaved roads, it's been a reliable and trusted mode of transportation for people here

"Pajaks" bicycle with sidecar are other modes used in this town for short distance travel.

Students, employee, ordinary people, etc. utilizing every space available in the tricycle

You can see clearly how many person riding outside is more than riding inside

Others choose to ride "pajaks" as special trip

In case accident happen, you cant imagine how dangerous this ride will be for student

Other trikes have customized roofing for rainy weather

Although, this type of tricycles have custom built "pasadya" suspension to increase weight load capacity of passenger it is still not design to have a lot of passengers. Standard tricycle have 4 passenger capacity only. As you can see in the pictures above, back riders are more than the sitted passengers. Safety should be our primary concern in public transportation. A single accident will cause injury to passengers riding this mode of transport. I hope in time, the LGU should discourage this and recommend to a better modes like mini bus or jeepney.

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