Articles by Brian Bernier

Race Preview: 2019 Tough as Nails Trail Runs (Medford)

April 16, 2019 // 0 Comments

In my 23 years of running I have had the pleasure of enjoying the hobby in about 10 states. By far my favorite area is definitely southern Oregon. The trails in that region are beautiful and the weather is nice for most of the year. The Tough as [read more...]

What Run Oregon is Wearing: rabbit running apparel ready for warm temps

April 9, 2019 // 0 Comments

It’s no secret that ‘true’ Oregonians look askance at Californians. As Brian is a California born runner, he found it amusing to be given a chance to wear some gear from rabbit, a company based in that state. He hopes he has [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 HOTV Spring Six (Corvallis)

March 30, 2019 // 0 Comments

Some races are fun to do just to earn an instant PR due to an ‘odd’ distance, so for many of us that don’t have a 6 kilometer best, the HOTV Spring 6 in Corvallis on April 27th is the place to be. With a course that explores the [read more...]

Race Recap: 2019 Lincoln City Half and 10K

March 14, 2019 // 0 Comments

The Lincoln City Half has made it’s way onto my ‘must-do’ list a few years ago. Occurring on March 3rd this year, the small but fun race at the coast stood out with the coolest race bibs I have ever seen. With a light blue color [read more...]

Race Recap: 2019 Heart Breaker 10K (Hillsboro)

March 7, 2019 // 0 Comments

Honestly, when it comes to racing around here in February, it’s a mixed bag. We can see temperatures from the teens to near 50 and any form of precipitation. The only thing we can do as runners is pack the right gear and hope for the best. [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Lincoln City Half Marathon and 10K

February 5, 2019 // 0 Comments

There are all different types of races for various lengths, catering to runners of all abilities and preferences. Personally, I find the greatest enjoyment in a half marathon off the beaten path, enjoying nature while moving along in a low gear [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Oregon Winterfest Royal Run

January 8, 2019 // 0 Comments

Bend OR is a well known playground in the Pacific Northwest that caters to outdoor enthusiasts. With the Oregon Winterfest, a 3 day celebration starting on February 15th, they have numerous activities, including the Royal Run 5K and a special Hot [read more...]

Run Oregon Bookshelf: Racing Heart

December 3, 2018 // 0 Comments

As a lifetime reader, and a runner for nearly is long, it’s funny to think that I rarely read books about running or runners. Whether this is a planned habit or merely chance, my often daily escape to the written world rarely touches upon my [read more...]

2018 Mid Valley Turkey Trots: Corvallis Turkey Trot and Gobbler’s Revenge (Albany)

November 7, 2018 // 0 Comments

Thanksgiving is generally about food and good company, family or otherwise. Being a runner, I used to sneak away as the sun came up to get in a relaxed longer run before the chaos began. It was only a couple years ago that I discovered Thanksgiving [read more...]

Race Recap: 2018 Columbia Gorge Half Marathon

November 1, 2018 // 1 Comment

Like most people, I prefer to sleep in my own bed, especially prior to a race. But there is one race on my yearly schedule that is about a two hour drive from home that is worth changing the routine. Located in Hood River Oregon, on the Columbia [read more...]

Run Oregon is Kickin’ it in the Salomon Sonic RA PRO

October 3, 2018 // 0 Comments

Stride. Turnover. Cadence. Running is really the simplest form of sport, with the essence being the efficiency of those three actions. Seeing as the only part of our body that touches the ground is our feet, the gear we shod ourselves with is of [read more...]

Would you run Run the Woods [Miller Woods 10K]? You should! (McMinnville)

September 26, 2018 // 0 Comments

Photo courtesy of UltraSignUp True cross country races that don’t traverse any pavement can be somewhat hard to find, and the Run the Woods 10K at Miller Woods outside of McMinnville is a bit of a rarity. Even in the green regions of Oregon, [read more...]

Race Preview: 2018 Runtoberfest (McMinnville)

September 25, 2018 // 0 Comments

Small town races for a good cause are at the core of fun in running. The Runtoberfest in McMinnville, scheduled for October 6th is a benefit for the McMinnville Education Foundation. Featuring a 5K and kids mile (taking place on the track) the [read more...]

Race Recap: 2018 Champions Run for Heroes 10K (McMinnville)

September 18, 2018 // 0 Comments

Located in McMinnville at the Evergreen Aviation Museum, the Champions Run for Heroes is an important race for me. Not only does it have a flat fast course away from busy roads, but it is hosted by a non profit organization and gives the proceeds to [read more...]

Race Preview: 2018 Champions Run for Heroes (McMinnville)

August 23, 2018 // 0 Comments

One of the best parts about racing is the ability to pick events that benefit a great cause. The Champions Run for Heroes is a 5K/10K put on the non profit See Ya Later Foundation. Located in McMinnville, about 30 minutes south of Sherwood on 99W, [read more...]

Make a Day of It: Staying at Green Springs Inn and Mountain Cabins in Ashland

August 18, 2018 // 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 showcase some [read more...]

Race Preview: 2018 Wings and Wheels Half Marathon (Scappoose)

July 21, 2018 // 0 Comments

It’s always interesting to look at a race website for the first time. A quick browse will often cause what appeals to you become visible. The first picture on the Wings and Wheels Half Marathon in Scappoose depicts an airport and while I have [read more...]

Race Recap: 2018 Freedom 5K (Molalla)

July 12, 2018 // 0 Comments

The 4th of July has become host to a number of races of various distances. I’ve had the most fun at the 5K length the last couple years. This time I made the trek out to Mollala (outsmarting the GPS and arriving 20 minutes earlier than [read more...]

Small races can be the best races: A Run Oregon recap of the 2018 Go Granary 5K (McMinnville)

June 9, 2018 // 0 Comments

On Saturday the 2nd I had the opportunity to participate in a local fun run. Low key and small, the Go Granary 5K had a simple course in the middle of town, avoiding most major streets. This was a key element, as the fund raising run for the [read more...]

Race Preview: 2018 Burnt Creek Marathon and Half (Vancouver, WA)

June 9, 2018 // 0 Comments

The 4th of July weekend is chock full of races of all distances. The notorious combo is the Firecracker 4 (or 5, depending on the length of the weekend). This is a daily series of marathons or halfs for the serious to tackle. This year there are 5, [read more...]

Small Race Preview: 2018 Run the Dutch 5K (Dayton)

May 9, 2018 // 0 Comments

Returning to Heiser Farms just outside of Dayton, the Run the Dutch 5K is a cross country style race scheduled for June 2nd. With the proceeds going towards various local nonprofits, including the See Ya Later Foundation and the Mendonca Academy of [read more...]

Fast Guy Problems: Rules of Engagement

May 5, 2018 // 0 Comments

I’d like to think of running as a gentlemans sport. Not often marred by news of poor behavior or cheating (aside from the doping on the pro level), there is a certain level of respect as countless individuals toe the line for a chance to race [read more...]

Small Race Preview: 2018 Go Granary 5K (McMinnville)

May 3, 2018 // 0 Comments

Several weeks ago I noticed that a recently renovated area of McMinnville would make for a great race venue and picturesque finish. After checking the course map for the untimed Go Granary run on June 2nd, I discovered it uses that very same street. [read more...]

Small Race Preview: 2018 McMinnville Alien Abduction Dash 5K

April 20, 2018 // 0 Comments

Here’s a low key race to add to the calendar that also mixes well with family outings. Scheduled during the McMenamins UFO Festival in McMinnville, the Alien Abduction Dash 5K and kids fun run are simple affairs that take the pressure out of [read more...]

What Run Oregon is Wearing: Gore R7 GORE-TEX Shakedry Jacket

April 2, 2018 // 0 Comments

Being that the PNW is considered a temperate rainforest, we see a lot of rain and wind with our somewhat chilly temperatures in the fall, winter, and spring. Picking gear before a run requires factoring in potential weather conditions and the length [read more...]

Run Oregon Wardrobe: Brooks Ghost Running Tank

March 26, 2018 // 0 Comments

Summer is not here, but spring is definitely upon us. With the change of the seasons comes warmer temperatures (finally) and the sun (sometimes). This leads to a gradual shift in the running wardrobe, tending towards less coverage, lighter weight [read more...]