Kelly Barten

Running Relay Checklist: 2019 Version

May 22, 2019 // 0 Comments

Doing a relay this year? I am … one I’ve never done before but have wanted to check out for years. The Wild Rogue Relay starts in Medford and finishes in Brookings, and it’s a challenging and beautiful route. It’s been a [read more...]

2019 Races on our Radar #20: May 21

May 21, 2019 // 0 Comments

Welcome to the latest post in the 2019 Races on our Radar series, where we report on cool and/or low-cost races, group runs, price and registration deadlines, and other things we think you should know about it. We would like to you hear from you, [read more...]

Ask the Expert: Sports Bras, Sunscreen, and Summer Running for Kids

May 20, 2019 // 0 Comments

Run Oregon: I desperately need a better running bra. How do I find the right one for me? First things first- sizing. Don’t go off of your typical underwire bra size- did you know that up to 80% of women wear the wrong size bra on a daily basis? [read more...]

Preview: Badass Ladies’ Scavenger Hunt – June 22

May 19, 2019 // 0 Comments

Ladies, this one’s for you! I’m hosting a free scavenger hunt on Saturday, June 22 for women, inspired by the Badass Lady Gang. The Badass Lady Gang (BALG) is a national group for women with running and walking as a common thread. Run [read more...]

Recap: Oregon Brewery Running Series at Migration Brewing

May 15, 2019 // 0 Comments

I love the spirit at the Oregon Brewery Running Series events. It’s laid back yet organized, and really, really supportive. Case in point: Before the run, organizer Nathan Freeman likes to ask for a show of hands. “Who’s running [read more...]

2019 Races on our Radar #19: May 14

May 14, 2019 // 0 Comments

Welcome to the latest post in the 2019 Races on our Radar series, where we report on cool and/or low-cost races, group runs, price and registration deadlines, and other things we think you should know about it. We would like to you hear from you, [read more...]

Preview: ORRC Up the Lazy River 10k

May 12, 2019 // 0 Comments

ORRC’s Up the Lazy River 10k is run on Memorial Day, a day to remember those who have fallen and those who fought for our country. Run at Mary S. Young Park at 19900 Willamette Drive in West Linn, this race offers beautiful views of the Willamette [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Mt. Ashland Hill Climb

May 7, 2019 // 0 Comments

My husband, who is oddly strong on hills, ran the Mt. Ashland Hill Climb once. His pace doubled in the last mile. Not uncommon for this truly unique race that is slightly longer than a half marathon (at 13.3 miles), climbs a full mile, and finishes [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Gorgeous Hood to Hood Relay

May 6, 2019 // 0 Comments

Huzzah, it’s another Gorgeous Relay! The Hood to Hood Relay is on Sunday, June 9th, and runs from Timberline Lodge to one of my favorite places in Oregon: Hood River. Let’s start this preview by taking a look at the elevation profile, [read more...]

2019 Portland Marathon Details Unveiled

May 2, 2019 // 0 Comments

The course, registration, and schedule for the 2019 Portland Marathon were posted today at portlandmarathon.com. Also posted was a code to save $10 off registration: PDXReborn, which is valid through May 14. The 2019 Portland Marathon is on Sunday, [read more...]

Preview: 2019 ORRC Dual Duel Adds Distances to a Tradition

May 1, 2019 // 0 Comments

The Dual Duel is one of ORRC’s oldest races, and arguably the most unique. The main event at this race, which has been held for more than 40 years, is the 10-mile 2-person relay, at which team participants alternate laps until they’ve completed [read more...]

2019 Races on our Radar #18: April 30

April 30, 2019 // 0 Comments

Welcome to the latest post in the 2019 Races on our Radar series, where we report on cool and/or low-cost races, group runs, price and registration deadlines, and other things we think you should know about it. We would like to you hear from you, [read more...]

Essential Personal Self-Defense Tips for Runners

April 29, 2019 // 0 Comments

You like to run, right? (I’m assuming so.) But you also like to feel safe, I’m sure. Those two things are not mutually exclusive. You can run solo with the confidence that you’ll be safe. As a woman, I often feel like the cards are [read more...]

RunAway Girl’s Weekend – Trail Running, Wine, Food, and Yoga for women October 19-20

April 25, 2019 // 0 Comments

Ladies! This post is for you. A friend of the blog, Colleen Cleary, who is a running coach and health coach, is hosting the 2nd annual RunAway Girl’s Weekend this October. This getaway is at Abbey Road Farm in Carlton, Ore., and includes a [read more...]

2019 Races on our Radar #17: April 23

April 23, 2019 // 0 Comments

Welcome to the latest post in the 2019 Races on our Radar series, where we report on cool and/or low-cost races, group runs, price and registration deadlines, and other things we think you should know about it. We would like to you hear from you, [read more...]

Preview: The Gorgeous Portland Pub Relay

April 23, 2019 // 0 Comments

Less than a month remains until the 2019 Gorgeous Portland Pub Relay, hosted by our friends at the Gorgeous Run Series. Their one-day relays are fun and known for offering amazing views, sometimes on less-traveled trails. They have a dedicated [read more...]

Preview: Oregon Brewery Running Series at Grixsen Brewing

April 18, 2019 // 0 Comments

On May 4, the Oregon Brewery Running Series will celebrate living in such a cool place with a 5k starting and finishing at Grixsen Brewing at 1001 SE Division Street in Portland. If you’ve never participated in an Oregon Brewery Running [read more...]

2019 Races on our Radar #16: April 16

April 16, 2019 // 0 Comments

Welcome to the latest post in the 2019 Races on our Radar series, where we report on cool and/or low-cost races, group runs, price and registration deadlines, and other things we think you should know about it. We would like to you hear from you, [read more...]

Ask the Expert: What to expect at the Hop Hop Half

April 15, 2019 // 0 Comments

If you’re a regular Run Oregon reader, you probably know that we love shopping local, especially supporting our local running stores. We count on them for putting on amazing races, carrying great gear, but most importantly, guidance on [read more...]

Everything to love about Kea Peak visors (including free shipping for Run Oregon readers)

April 11, 2019 // 0 Comments

I feel weird when I don’t wear a hat running. This started back when I decided to grow out my bangs (I know) and hated the long wisps getting in my face. I’m also (thanks, Ancestry.com) 100% ginger, so hats afford me some sun protection. [read more...]

2019 Races on our Radar #15: April 9

April 9, 2019 // 0 Comments

Welcome to the latest post in the 2019 Races on our Radar series, where we report on cool and/or low-cost races, group runs, price and registration deadlines, and other things we think you should know about it. We would like to you hear from you, [read more...]

Running Meme and Strava Segment of the Week: Mary S. Young Upper Loop

April 5, 2019 // 0 Comments

This week, the segment is on a trail that not everyone may know about, although it’s a gem – and part of a longer loop run that connects Mary S. Young and George Roberts Parks in West Linn and Lake Oswego, respectively. The Mary S. Young [read more...]

2019 Races on our Radar #14: April 2

April 2, 2019 // 0 Comments

Welcome to the latest post in the 2019 Races on our Radar series, where we report on cool and/or low-cost races, group runs, price and registration deadlines, and other things we think you should know about it. We would like to you hear from you, [read more...]

Oregon Wine Country Half Marathon Announces new ownership and lower registration price

April 2, 2019 // 0 Comments

It was announced today that the Oregon Wine Country Half Marathon will be under local management and the registration fee has been reduced to $88/person (only $77/person when you sign up with a group of 6 or more participants). People living in [read more...]

Running for President? Literally!

April 1, 2019 // 0 Comments

The South Dakota presidential primary is scheduled for June 2, 2020, considered by many to be “too late” to make any sort of difference. So one would-be race organizer, based in Rapid City, has come up with a unique way to draw more [read more...]

Support Women in Recovery at Peace of Joe 5k

March 30, 2019 // 0 Comments

A volunteer with the Peace of Joe organization recently reached out to Run Oregon to get the work out about their race, the Peace of Joe 5k, which will raise funds to add career counseling and career skill development to their services which help [read more...]

Articles by Kelly Barten

About Kelly Barten (1023 Articles)

Running Relay Checklist: 2019 Version

2019 Races on our Radar #20: May 21

Ask the Expert: Sports Bras, Sunscreen, and Summer Running for Kids

Preview: Badass Ladies’ Scavenger Hunt – June 22

Recap: Oregon Brewery Running Series at Migration Brewing

2019 Races on our Radar #19: May 14

Preview: ORRC Up the Lazy River 10k

Race Preview: 2019 Mt. Ashland Hill Climb

Race Preview: 2019 Gorgeous Hood to Hood Relay

2019 Portland Marathon Details Unveiled

Preview: 2019 ORRC Dual Duel Adds Distances to a Tradition

2019 Races on our Radar #18: April 30

Essential Personal Self-Defense Tips for Runners

RunAway Girl’s Weekend – Trail Running, Wine, Food, and Yoga for women October 19-20

2019 Races on our Radar #17: April 23

Preview: The Gorgeous Portland Pub Relay

Preview: Oregon Brewery Running Series at Grixsen Brewing

2019 Races on our Radar #16: April 16

Ask the Expert: What to expect at the Hop Hop Half

Everything to love about Kea Peak visors (including free shipping for Run Oregon readers)

2019 Races on our Radar #15: April 9

Running Meme and Strava Segment of the Week: Mary S. Young Upper Loop

2019 Races on our Radar #14: April 2

Oregon Wine Country Half Marathon Announces new ownership and lower registration price

Running for President? Literally!

Support Women in Recovery at Peace of Joe 5k