The misunderstood life of a distance Runner
As I ran with a friend on a early morning weekday, I found myself in an interesting conversation. It was interesting, that another person who runs, had such a misjudgment [...]
Race Recap: 2021 Camellia Run (Newberg)
One of my favorite places in the Valley to visit is Newberg. Living in Keizer (just north of Salem), this winegrowing city is really a relatively quick and easy location [...]
Race Preview: 2021 Mary’s PeakTrail Runs (Blodgett)
My first 50k ever was the Mary’s Peak Trail Run a couple of years ago, and it’s still the only Ultra I’ve ever done twice. It was well organized, challenging, [...]
Run Oregon running on in Runyon Canyon apparel and hats
Back in 2015, we stumbled upon Runyon – a Los Angeles based apparel company who made items made only in the US and with a namesake on one of the [...]
Race Recap: 2021 Cottage Grove Half Marathon
Saturday, March 13th was an exciting morning as I got up to get ready for my first live half marathon in over a year! Cottage Grove Half! I’ve run [...]
A Run Oregon review of the Purple Mattress – Investing in Rest as a Part of my Running Training
It’s been almost a month since we first started sleeping on a Purple Mattress. You may recall that, at the time, I was tired of being tired (and sore) from [...]
Guest Post: Trail Running Requires Planning
The following has been submitted by Val Sanford, Co-owner at bluerub. Receive 20% off all products at bluerub by using code RUNOREGON at checkout! Whether you’re new to trail running or [...]
Race Preview: 100K Relay on the Prom (Seaside)
To celebrate the Prom Centennial, the Sunset Empire Park and Recreation District is hosting a 100K relay on the promenade in Seaside! This sounds like it’ll be a fun, grueling [...]
Hump Day Happy Hour: Squeezy Rider West Coast IPA from Deschutes Brewing
I love beer. After now having visited over 560 different breweries, it’s fair to say I have sampled a lot of beer (follow me on Untappd). From post-race pints and run [...]
Race Preview: 2021 Corvallis Half Marathon and 5k THIS WEEKEND!
Corvallis, OR…such a beautiful city to run in, from the streets to the mountain trails. I always enjoy running here! The Corvallis Half is a fantastic Spring race to add [...]