Balega Socks now available in Riovana

 

One of the premiere socks brand from South Africa has recently landed in the stores of Riovana: Balega. Taking its name from a Zulu word which means "to move with speed", Balega socks are popular mong runners and enthusiasts alike who want nothing short of the best when it comes to running socks. Technically superior and designed for high performance, Balega socks draw its inspiration from the rich culture of South Africa. Balega's soft thread performance socks offer runners that most comfortable experience by reducing the impact while increasing the cushioning effect at the same time. With dynamic air conditioning fabric system that offers low moisture absorbency and excellent fabric resistance that allows the socks to maintain its peak performance through the years make Balega socks a must-have for any runner or enthusiast alike who wants to grow in harmony with the sport.

Get that heightened running experience with the right pair of socks that offers speed, stability and utmost comfort. Only from Balega.

  

Visit Riovana at the Ground Floor of Active Fun Building 9^th avenue corner 28^th street at the Bonifacio Global City, near Honda BGC and at the 3^rd Floor of  Regis Center Building, Loyola Heights, Quezon City in front of Ateneo De Manila University.

For more details, please visit www.riovana.com

Riovana Store Launch

Last February 17, Riovana, the sole of running BGC branch had a media launch. Media, Bloggers and members of the running community were invited to take part in the event. The store also highlighted and demonstrated their sole healing process, a fashion show of the products they carry and 10% off on all their Items for that night.


Coach Rio greeting the press.


Riovana's Afroman Gang




The hosts



More Pics, Including the "Fashion Show" After the Jump.

A Runner’s Haven Opens: Riovana at Bonifacio Global City and Katipunan

 

A different high was experienced by each and every visitor of the newly opened concept store Riovana, the brainchild of Rio dela Cruz, more popularly known as Coach Rio, a prominent figure in the running industry. Wanting to give professional runners and enthusiasts a heightened experience before, during and after each race, Coach Rio came up with the idea of combining a retail store that becomes a one-stop shop for all running gears, apparels and shoes with facilities that can allow members to hang out in the lounge area, register for marathons and even freshen up before and after each race through its available locker and shower rooms. 

Indeed, the store lives up to the inspiration of its namesake: a combination of the founder's name, which is synonymous to the most popular icon in the running industry (Rio) and nir(VANA), which connotes enlightenment and freedom. Its tagline: the sole of running, makes use of the play of words connoting that the Riovana is the heart and soul of running as a sport. 

 

This is part of Coach Rio's vision to be able to help each and every runner achieve his/her own running nirvana, preparing each and every runner's body and soul. By providing them with the right information, gears, apparels and shoes, together with the right facilities for training and post relaxation, Riovana then becomes a sanctuary for those who wish to go beyond their limitations and experience a different kind of running high.

Riovana carries a wide array of running footwear, accessories and apparel for all levels. Popular brands such as Adidas, Asics, New Balance, Mizuno, Oakley, Rudy Project, Zoot, Garmin, Timex, Nike, Sigg, Saucony, Jaybird, Soleus, Thorlo’s, Otterbox, Garmin, Clif Energy Gel&Bar, Hammergel and Carbroom gel and powder, are just some under Riovana's wings. Other products like Energy Gels and Power Bar are also being sold.

Another highlight of this concept store, apart from its modern, quirky look inspired by the various scenes normally encountered by road runners, is its innovative 3-camera set up for Gait Analysis, a method of checking the movement and posture of an individual in order to find the right pair of shoes for him/her. This is a free service that helps determine, based on one's foot type, fitness level and reasons for buying, which type of running shoes can work best.

Capping off this wonderful Riovana experience is the Sole Healing: a massage/recovery center for runners. With several sports doctors, orthopedic surgeons and therapists, it offers various types of treatments to help manage sports injuries,  ease sore muscles, relax the runners and give them a most memorable post-running experience. 

Take a journey now inside this unique concept store that promises a blissful escape for all runners. Visit Riovana at the following addresses: Ground Floor Active Fun Building 9th Avenue Corner 28th Street Bonifacio Global City near Honda BGC and at the 3rd Floor of the Regis Center Building, Loyola Heights Quezon City in front of Ateneo de Manila University. 

For more information, please visit Riovana's website at www.riovana.com. Check out Riovana's fan page: facebook.com/RiovanaPhilippines or contact:

Riovana Now Carries Nike

All running enthusiasts will definitely experience a different high now that Nike is finally available at Riovana, the Sole of Running. With its arrival, Nike widens Riovana's assortment of brands it carries as it joins Adidas, New Balance, Mizuno, Saucony and Asics on shelf.

With top-of-the-line shoes, apparel and accessories to match, Nike's inclusion in Riovana's portfolio allows this one-of-a-kind retail store slash runner’s haven slash recovery center to provide more options in helping runners achieve their own nirvana.

Check out the latest Nike releases at Riovana.

Visit Riovana at the Ground Floor of Active Fun Building 9^th avenue corner 28^th street at the Bonifacio Global City, near Honda BGC and a

t the 3^rd Floor of  Regis Center Building, Loyola Heights, Quezon City in front of Ateneo De Manila University. 

For more details, please visit www.riovana.com. Like us on facebook: RiovanaPhilippines and follow us on twitter for the latest updates.

Riovana launches Saucony Running Shoes

 

Get inspired to run by the newest running shoes to hit the Philippine Market: Saucony(www.saucony.com). Now available at Riovana, the Sole of Running, Saucony is one of the best known brands when it comes to high performance footwear. Founded in 1898 in Kutztown, Pennsylvania, Saucony lives up to its commitment of inspiring runners, by continuously developing innovative shoe designs to compliment each and every need of all runners out there. Saucony is the powerhouse behind groundbreaking technologies like the Flexion Plate, ProGrid, Arch-Lock and ViziPro, all of which have contributed much in helping runners find their own strength, which is incidentally the current campaign of the brand.

Among the models exclusively distributed by Riovana are: the ProGrid Kinvara2, the popular choice for both men and women when it comes to minimalist trainers built for everyday use. Super light, flexible and breathable, it redefines the next generation trainers. On the other hand, the Grid Type A5, is a lightweight racing pair that offers improved traction so that you won't miss a step. Perfect for men and women who just got into the running habit. Lastly, the Power Grid Hurricane, a must-have for men who want to gain top speed, reminiscent of the product's namesake. This model offers a super cushioned footing that allows one to race mile after mile at top speed with the greatest of ease.

Hurry! Don't miss this chance to try out the shoe brand that lives and breathes the spirit of running for a most heightened experience: Saucony.
Check out Saucony at the Riovana Branches at the Lower Ground Floor, Active Fun Building, 9th avenue corner 28th street at the Bonifacio Global City, near Honda BGC and at the 3rd Floor of  Regis Center Building, Loyola Heights, Quezon City in front of Ateneo De Manila University.

For more details, visit www.riovana.com. Like us on Facebook: RiovanaPhilippines and follow us on twitter: RiovanaPH for the latest updates.