Our Story
Learn about RiCON and the people behind The Great Cordillera 100.
Who We Are
RiCON is a race organization focused on producing endurance events across Philippine terrain.
The organization operates under the philosophy of Running in Constant, emphasizing discipline, progression, and respect for the endurance journey.
RiCON aims to elevate the quality of endurance racing experiences in the Philippines through thoughtful course design and athlete-centered events.
The Person Behind It
Don T. Santillan
Founder & Race Director
He began his running journey in 2012 and co-founded the Don’t Stop Running Community. A proud member of PhilTRA and the Asia Skyrunning Council since 2026, he represented the Philippines at the World Skyrunning Championships in 2018 and completed the Ultra Trail du Mont Blanc in 2023, among numerous other 100-kilometer and 100-mile finishes that have shaped his deep understanding of ultrarunning and race organization.