The new Parkclaw from Inov-8 is considered a hybrid shoe, which means it was designed to go from road to trail on the same run. For those that live in the city, but with good access to trails nearby, this is definitely a nice benefit. This is Inov-8’s first road to trail shoe featuring Graphene. The shoes, which launched on April 7th, are lightweight (under 10 ounces), good looking, and comfortable upon first wear. Here…
For some of you, the Hagg Mud Run is a yearly ritual. You know what to expect, you’ve been there, and you’ve got the scars to prove it. For this guy, Hagg was a new adventure; with trails I’d never touched; with a mythical course I’d only heard stories about; with mud that would supposedly haunt my dreams for weeks. I’d planned to run the double in 2020, but tendinitis kept me from it. Last…
Most of us have at least one foam roller, or roller ball of some variety, that we use to roll out those pesky, sore muscles. Some are small, others are bigger, but regardless, it’s a necessity when it comes to dealing with delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS). Typically, we lay out on the ground, in different poses, with a roller between us and the ground, and roll our legs, back, and arms against it. It…
Is it just me, or do we all start running with a cotton shirt, graduate to whatever shirts we get at races, then eventually mature to a point where we actually seek out quality running shirts and apparel because they fit and feel better? No, just me? I think not. Here’s the thing…most likely we all have more running shirts and apparel than we really need. But good quality running clothing is one of those…
Today we are taking a look at the new Fusion Hybrid Jacket by Brooks Running. Brooks touts the jacket as being both wind and water resistant, while also being breathable and packable. From their site, they specifically note that it is recommended for light rain and windy runs, and cold weather. Sounds perfect for the Pacific Northwest! For the purpose of this review, I am testing a size small (I’m 5’-9”) in the Dark Oyster color…
You may be looking to join the crew of Go Beyond this Saturday, as they traverse out to Astoria to run a popular trail known as the Fort To Sea Trail. The trail is known for its fun and winding route, that runs from the beach up to Fort Clatsop. Hundreds of runners have tackled this trail, (which is also popular for hikers). It should come as no surprise, therefore, that there are lots of…
Go Beyond Racing is a fantastic race organization that puts on races all over the place, and is run by two very amazing people. Their races are always well attended, well organized, and a blast to be a part of. But did you know that Go Beyond is run by runners? Maybe you did, which is why it’s no surprise that they get out for runs just like the rest of us, and sometimes they…
If you have ever run in Forest Park, and worked your way north of Germantown Road, you have undoubtedly come across the famed BPA road. BPA stands for Bonneville Power Administration, and the road serves as access to the power lines that run east to west through this section of the park. The road is much like any of the fire lanes that run through the park, and has access points from highway 30 on…
Sunglasses are a funny thing. Really. We all (probably) know that joke about sunglasses in Oregon, which basically suggests that whenever you get around to needing them you have to buy a new pair because you can’t find your old pair…haha. However, in the last few years, running sunglasses have taken on a new genre, of sorts, when it comes to the gear you have to have as a runner. With that said, there are…
Having run many relays, the one day events are their own brand of fun. Hood to Coast’s Seabrook Relay is definitely no exception, as it starts and finishes in the gorgeous ocean town of Seabrook, on the Washington coast, and travels through the town of Humptulips (I swear I’m not making that up). Located to the south west of the Olympic Mountains, and just north of Ocean Shores, the area is beautiful and fairly flat,…
