Articles by Geli Heidelberger

Oregon Brewery Running Series 2020 Kickoff and Brewfest at the RunPub on 1/18

January 5, 2020 // 0 Comments

The Oregon Brewery Running Series has been around the Portland area for several years now, and on Saturday, January 18th, they are kicking off the 2020 season with a party and brewfest at Portland Running Company’s newest store: The Run Pub on [read more...]

Race Preview: 2020 Sweetheart Run 5k & 10k (Sweet Home)

December 31, 2019 // 0 Comments

One of the main, fun reasons for me to participate in organized road races is the fact that I would be running through areas I haven’t seen before. A few years ago I made the trip to Sweet Home to participate in a beautiful small town race. [read more...]

Stocking Stuffer idea: Headsweats new REPREVE running shirts

December 12, 2019 // 0 Comments

Many running shirts these days are 100% synthetic fibers to get the lightweight “tech” material that we like to exercise in. Polyester is made from the polymer PET, which is also used to make things like soda and ketchup bottles. It is [read more...]

Race Recap: Great Turkey Fumble 2019 Thanksgiving Run (Newberg)

December 10, 2019 // 0 Comments

For many years now I have been trying to motivate my family to join me in running a race on Thanksgiving morning, but many times other plans got in the way. This year, however, I signed everybody up for The Great Turkey Fumble run in Newberg, which [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Reindeer Run (St Helens)

November 11, 2019 // 0 Comments

The 10th annual Reindeer Run will take place in St. Helens on Saturday, December 7th, offering participants to walk or run a half marathon, 10k, or 5k. The race starts and ends at Columbia River Foursquare Church with a cozy indoor start/finish [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Hazelnut Run (Mt. Angel)

November 10, 2019 // 0 Comments

The annual Hazelnut Run (formerly Run for your Nuts) takes place this year on Saturday, December 7th at 10am, while the Hazelnut Festival and German Christmas Market is already open to the general public. Packet pickup and day of race registration [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Clark County Turkey Trot (Vancouver)

November 6, 2019 // 0 Comments

On Thanksgiving morning, there are many races to choose from, which may give you a great chance to try out a different area that you haven’t run in before. The Clark County Turkey Trot 5k/10k and Polar Plunge takes place on Thursday, November [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Columbia Gorge Marathon (Hood River)

October 6, 2019 // 0 Comments

If you are looking for a challenging and scenic marathon or half in October, the Columbia Gorge Marathon on Sunday, October 20th may be just right for you. The event starts and ends at the Hood River Event Site, and participants can choose a [read more...]

Race Recap: 2019 Beaverton Half Marathon 5k

October 1, 2019 // 0 Comments

It was a cool and cloudy morning with the threat of rain starting soon, when nearly 1,000 runners gathered at Portland Running Company for this year’s running of the Beaverton Half Marathon, 10k, and 5k. There was plenty of parking available [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Cross Trot (Eugene)

September 26, 2019 // 0 Comments

For many student athletes, the beginning of the school year also marks the beginning of cross country running season. Casual (and competitive) adult athletes can get in on the fun as well, and one of those opportunities comes on Sunday, October [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Willamette Headwaters Endurance Events (Oakridge)

September 25, 2019 // 0 Comments

The annual Willamette Headwaters Endurance Events (WHEE) will be run from the Sacandaga Campground near Oakridge, Oregon, on October 5th. Participants can choose between 11 miles, 22 miles, and 33 miles, with offer a elevation gain of 1,400ft, [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Dirty Pelican Bike Paddle Run (Klamath Falls)

September 25, 2019 // 0 Comments

When you’re looking for mulitsport events on the race calendar, most of them will be the traditional swim/bike/run triathlons. The Dirty Pelican race in Klamath Falls on October 12th switches it up by replacing the swimming portion with a [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Fall Festival 5k/10k (Corvallis)

September 8, 2019 // 0 Comments

Heart of the Valley (HOTV) Running Club is hosting the 41st annual Fall Festival 5k and 10k in Corvallis on Sunday, September 29 in conjunction with the Corvallis Fall Festival which takes place all weekend. Online registration is now open through [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 ORRC Best Dam Run 10k (Estacada)

September 6, 2019 // 0 Comments

The 2019 ORRC Best Dam Run 10k will take place in Estacada on Saturday, September 21. This point to point course begins with a shuttle ride from the finish to the start line about six miles southeast of Estacada. The course will take runners and [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Run for Recovery 5k/10k (Salem)

September 6, 2019 // 0 Comments

Bridgeway Recovery Services is hosting its 6th annual Run for Recovery 5k/10k run and walk at Riverfront Park in Salem on Saturday, September 21. This event is open to athletes of all speeds and skill levels, from the casual walker to the serious [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Roses on the River (Portland)

August 1, 2019 // 0 Comments

The second annual Roses on the River 5k run takes place this year on Saturday, August 17th at Waterfront Park in downtown Portland. The race celebrates and teams up with the Portland Thorns FC women’s soccer team, and all participants of the [read more...]

Race Recap: 2019 Independence Day 5k at Champoeg State Park

July 28, 2019 // 0 Comments

This year, the 4th of July fell on a Thursday, which created a wonderful long weekend! Given the fact that we were hosting a European exchange student for the month of July, it also meant leaving town as soon as everybody was awake. Thankfully [read more...]

Small Race Preview: 2019 PJs to Pancakes 5k (West Linn)

July 12, 2019 // 0 Comments

One of the hardest things on a race morning is the fact that I have to get out of bed and put on running clothes. The 5th annual PJs to Pancakes 5k in West Linn takes that obstacle out of the equation by encouraging participants to wear their [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Taco Tuesday Twilight Trot series (Eugene)

July 6, 2019 // 0 Comments

Tuesdays are great when you’re stumped during meal planning, since you can always refer to “Taco Tuesday” as your inspiration for the day’s meal. Eclectic Edge has been inspired by that as well and is organizing the Taco [read more...]

Small Mid-Week Mid-Valley race previews: Twilight Trot 5k (Eugene) and Gold Rush 5k (Cottage Grove)

June 28, 2019 // 0 Comments

Due to the most common availability of racers, most races are scheduled for Saturdays and Sundays. Therefore it is nice to find some mid-week races that may work for those with less conventional work schedules, or those who would be working out in [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Swim Dash Splash Triathlon (Longview WA)

June 26, 2019 // 0 Comments

If you’re a runner and enjoy racing, you may be tempted to give a triathlon a try. A traditional triathlon includes swimming, biking, and running. The City of Longview Parks and Rec and the YMCA of Southwest Washington are putting a twist on [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Independence Day Half Marathon/5k/10k (Champoeg State Park)

June 22, 2019 // 0 Comments

On the morning of July 4th, there are many races to choose from that promise a fun, festive atmosphere. One of my favorites, which I have run several times in past years, is Run With Paula’s Independence Day Run at Champoeg State Park just [read more...]

Eastern Oregon Small Race Previews: 4th of July Runs in Stanfield and Vale

June 17, 2019 // 0 Comments

There are a few days throughout the year when there are plenty of races to choose from. July 4th is one of those days, and it is a great opportunity to experience a run in a smaller town or in an area that you don’t usually visit. The small [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 REVEL Mount Hood Marathon and Half

June 14, 2019 // 0 Comments

The REVEL Mount Hood Marathon and Half will take place this year on Saturday, June 29th. REVEL race series events distinguish themselves from other races by being held in gorgeous nature spaces, like forests and canyons, and by being USATF [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Pioneer Dam Run (Brownsville)

June 6, 2019 // 0 Comments

The Pioneer Dam Run 5k and 10k in Brownsville, OR takes place each year on the Sunday of the third weekend in June, which this year is June 23. The race starts in front of the Linn County Historical Museum. The 5k and 10k start together at 8am, and [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 ORRC Summer Solstice 5k at the Zoo (Portland)

May 31, 2019 // 0 Comments

One of my favorite parts of participating in organized races is running in new and unique locations. While I have been to the Oregon Zoo many times, the course for the Summer Solstice 5k at the Zoo will take participants through some areas that are [read more...]