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Why We Run

June 27, 2017 // 0 Comments

It was 2008, and I was in the middle of a struggle through the Pacific Crest Half Marathon. I was just getting over a pretty nasty stomach flu and I had gotten into a bad bicycle accident the month before which had hindered my training plan a bit. [read more...]

Why We Run: Our newest blogger’s musings on this great sport of ours

January 10, 2015 // 0 Comments

Why do you run? [read more...]

What Run Oregon is Wearing: Cold Weather head and neckwear from BUFF

November 25, 2020 // 0 Comments

Baby, it’s COLD outside! It’s time to gear up, and BUFF USA literally has you covered!! Their products are of great quality, the functionality for your cold weather needs is stellar, and the materials are simply the best. Even better, it’s a [read more...]

Only 250 miles as the finch flies – Taking a Run Oregon Road Trip to The FINCH in Walla Walla

November 15, 2020 // 0 Comments

Run Oregon loves running – that’s no surprise. But we also love the Pacific Northwest and all that it has to offer. Running is a part of us, but it does not fully define us. In our new “Make a Day of It” feature, we aim to [read more...]

Run Oregon is Kickin’ It in the Agility Synthesis 2 Trail Shoes by Merrell

November 13, 2020 // 0 Comments

This year, I had an epic day on Mt St Helens that made me decide that I love hiking as much as I love running. After a trip up Dog Mountain a few weeks later, I solidified that desire and decided it was time to gear up. I’ve already got a lot of [read more...]

Race Preview: 2020 Run to Stay Warm 5k/10k/Half Marathon (Virtual)

November 6, 2020 // 0 Comments

We all know that Covid has pretty much killed race season, but there’s a huge benefit to doing a Thanksgiving race virtually this year. Namely, you’ll still get your workout in and all the swag you would from a typical “Turkey Trot” style [read more...]

Run Oregon Test Kitchen: Honey Stinger Cracker Bars

November 3, 2020 // 0 Comments

Protein bars. I’ve tried SO many of them. Honestly, I hate most of them. They are either too chewy, too dry, or just too funky in the mission to disguise the taste of “healthy” stuff, IF there’s any healthy stuff. Because let’s face the [read more...]

Run Oregon is Kickin’ it in the Asics GEL-Kayano 27

October 29, 2020 // 0 Comments

It’s been a long time since I’ve tried Asics — I haven’t worn them since learning my running was stronger when wearing support shoes — so I was really interested to see how they worked for me. No shoe is going to be [read more...]

Celebrate Halloween with the LIVE Scary Run on October 31st in Washougal (LIMITED ENTRIES!)

October 19, 2020 // 0 Comments

Just this week, we are featuring our second live race! This usually isn’t uncommon, but, then again, 2020 isn’t really all that common either. Why Racing Events was given approval to run the Scary Run LIVE on Saturday, October 31th in [read more...]

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

October 7, 2020 // 2 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...]

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...]

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...]

My Gorgeous Memories: Why you should sign up for the 2020 Virtual Gorgeous Relay

August 29, 2020 // 0 Comments

In 2017, I was introduced to the Gorgeous Relay Series. Having done several relays in the past, some good and some simply memorable, I was eager to try one of the Gorgeous races to see how they measured up. I’d heard that they lived up to their [read more...]

What Run Oregon is Wearing: Momentum Tee with Polartec

August 25, 2020 // 0 Comments

As you may be aware, Myles makes some really nice workout and casual crossover clothes for active individuals. We have reviewed a variety of their items over the years. However, this summer they took things a step further and partnered with Polartec [read more...]