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Live Race Preview: Halloween 5k Fun Run (Burns)

October 18, 2020 // 0 Comments

I don’t know about you, but I have been itching to safely participate in some safe races. I have been able to do one this summer, but it’s not enough! If you life in Central or Eastern Oregon, or are ready to hit the road for a race, [read more...]

Taking on Feats with Feet Featuring Feetures

October 16, 2020 // 0 Comments

Run Oregon receives and tests running stuff from time to time. We were sent some socks from Feetures! Read on for their take on the products. As someone who is consistently spending money on new running shoes every few months due to high mileage, [read more...]

2020 Roger Stubby Dog wears a Crown in the Forest Trail Series (REGISTRATION OPENS TODAY!)

October 12, 2020 // 0 Comments

Odd name for a race? Yes. But only until you realize that this race series embodies 5 unique trail races that are guaranteed to be memorable. There are five trail races in this new series from Go Beyond, all ranging in distance between 6 and 8 [read more...]

Foot pain is the worst. Tread Labs to the rescue.

October 10, 2020 // 0 Comments

For the past week or so, I have been nursing some foot pain. Basically, I have gone from running about 35 miles/week to only walking 7 to keep my daily streak alive. It’s awful. I haven’t had foot issues in a while, but have historically [read more...]

Do you have mysterious back or lower body pain? Maybe the Hip Hook is your answer (DISCOUNT CODE)

October 7, 2020 // 0 Comments

Being stuck home most of the time in 2020 has been rough for the most part – but it has had its relative “perks”. Aside from getting to see my family WAY more than I used to, I have also had the ability to put a little more work [read more...]

Press Release: Eugene Marathon Returns to Hayward Field in 2021

October 6, 2020 // 0 Comments

Eugene, OR—In April of 2021, the Eugene Marathon will return to Hayward Field at the University of Oregon. The event will take place April 24-25, 2021 and consists of the Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K and Kid’s Duck Dash; all races will finish on [read more...]

Run Oregon is Kickin’ it in the Brooks Hyperion Elite 2

October 5, 2020 // 0 Comments

Brooks Hyperion Elite’s are back – and with a vengeance. It’s a pretty well known fact that many intense runners and shoe reviewers weren’t the biggest fans of the first version of the Hyperion Elites. It came with a lot of [read more...]

Race Preview: 2020 Pacific Northwest Virtual Distance Challenge (Oregon Brewery Running Series)

October 4, 2020 // 0 Comments

The Oregon Brewery Running Series has done it again! This race organization always knows how to bring on the fun and there’s no better way to kick start Fall than to participate in the October Pacific Northwest Virtual Distance Challenge! This [read more...]

Run Oregon is Kickin It in the new Inov-8 Terraultra G 270

October 2, 2020 // 1 Comment

As trail shoes continue to evolve, from short distance speed events, to crazy 240 mile plus distances, runners have a slew of options. Finding the right shoe to go REALLY long is a big deal for those of us who run REALLY far. Recently, I was asked [read more...]

Run Recap: 2020 Bell’s Run Hoppy 5k & Stroll (Virtual)

October 1, 2020 // 0 Comments

Bell’s Brewery, located in Comstock, MI, offers their employees the chance to run in an event called the Bell’s Run Hoppy 5k & Stroll as a wellness event every year. But this year, as more and more races have opted to go virtual due to the [read more...]

Take a Hike with the ToughTested Rechargeable Powerbank and LED Light Tube

September 30, 2020 // 0 Comments

These days, when you are out and about, you are likely to carry your phone with you. Depending on how long you’ll be away from the power grid, you may worry about your phone running out of battery, and then you won’t even be able to use [read more...]

Race Preview: 2020 RISE Troops Challenge (Bend)

September 29, 2020 // 0 Comments

RISE Troops Challenge is an obstacle course race (OCR) based on actual military tasks and challenges. This year the theme is honoring those who gave all – military, first responders, health care workers, and those lost during the pandemic. [read more...]

Race Recap: 2020 Oregon Brewery Running Series: 5k Fun Run at the Run Pub with Fort George

September 28, 2020 // 0 Comments

I’ve always enjoyed the Oregon Brewery Running Series, and who wouldn’t? These runs are the definition of “fun runs” with absolutely no pressure to be fast. These are exactly the kinds of runs you do with friends or even your kids. However, [read more...]

The Run Oregon Wardrobe: Cotopaxi Baja Pant

September 27, 2020 // 0 Comments

We are big fans of Cotopaxi here at Run Oregon. We have reviewed a variety of their items – from workout gear and socks to jackets, sweaters, and packs. They continually put out really solid outdoor and running gear, all while staying true to [read more...]

What Oregon is Wearing: Ombraz Armless Sunglasses

September 24, 2020 // 0 Comments

I used to never run with sunglasses. Maybe it was due to never finding a pair that I liked? Or the fact, that it was one more thing to remember in the morning, before heading out to run. It was not until recently (over the summer), that I started [read more...]

Tigard Fun Run 5k Extended Again to September 27

September 23, 2020 // 0 Comments

While 2020 seems to just throwing punches, at least there’s one thing that’s working out in your favor: The Tigard Fun Run 5k has been extended again until September 27. For more on this free virtual 5k, check out our previous post here. [read more...]

Homeschooling this year? Check out Healthy Kids Running Series to satisfy that PE class (Press Release)

September 21, 2020 // 0 Comments

In an effort to keep young children healthy and active while homeschooling, Healthy Kids Running Series is expanding its outdoor five-week fall Series and offering a world-wide Virtual World Race alternative, beginning Sunday, September [read more...]

Run Oregon is Kickin’ It in the unique looking K-ST Low from Deckers Lab

September 20, 2020 // 0 Comments

Have you heard of Deckers before? Maybe if you read some of our recent reviews, but its likely they may be new to you. But even so, you may recognize some of the names behind their creation: “Jean-Luc Diard, Global VP of Innovation for [read more...]

Making a Day of It at home with the 2020 Cider Summit NW To-Go box!

September 19, 2020 // 0 Comments

I am sure all of us have something that we miss from pre-COVID-19 days. In fact there is probably a dozen things we can each think of. Low on the list of importance (relatively speaking), but still something I miss are beer festivals. I have loved [read more...]

The Ex-Fortysomething Obsessed Runner: 48 Hour PF??

September 18, 2020 // 0 Comments

I’ve heard of the “24 hour flu” before, but a couple of weeks ago, I had a weird 48 hour case of plantar fasciitis. I had two previous bouts with PF, one that took over a month to get rid of completely, so as soon as I felt that [read more...]

Happy Hour Distillery of the Week: Portland’s Headwind Vodka

September 17, 2020 // 0 Comments

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 club meeting locations, to beer miles and relays, running and the kegged [read more...]

Tigard Virtual 5k Fun Run extended through September 20

September 16, 2020 // 0 Comments

It’s gross outside, and even running inside may not be a good idea for those with respiratory problems. That’s why the City of Tigard has extended their Virtual Fun Run through next weekend (September 20) – to give you a chance to [read more...]

Run Oregon is Kickin’ It in the new Brooks Catamount

September 15, 2020 // 0 Comments

I felt like a teenager in these brand new, bright white shoes, treading softly so they wouldn’t get dirty. But they’re trail shoes and Brooks wants you to “paint” your new Catamounts with the earth. The bright white look is short-lived but [read more...]

Race Preview: Rise Challenge Events – Battle of the High Desert (Bend)

September 14, 2020 // 0 Comments

The Rise Challenge Events Battle HD is happening on September 26th, 2020 in Bend. This is definitely a fun and unique race with less running than we usually write about. That doesn’t mean it won’t still be a blast though! The race is [read more...]

BUFF is helping deal with wildfires and global pandemics with their new Filter Mask

September 12, 2020 // 0 Comments

Wearing a mask is the smart, kind thing to do – even while running. So recently we set out to try various masks specifically made for running and/or by running companies. Its the year 2020 and with a global pandemic and the raging wildfires in [read more...]

Womxn Run the Vote Relay – September 21-27

September 11, 2020 // 0 Comments

Are you on a team yet for the Womxn Run The Vote Relay? This is an epic relay: 680 miles run by teams of 15-20 people, symbolizing the distance from Atlanta, Georgia to Washington, D.C. $23 from each registration is donated to the non-profit Black [read more...]