Kelly Barten

2019 Races on our Radar #28: July 16

July 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: New Route Suggestions and Try Volunteering

July 15, 2019 // 0 Comments

Our friends at Foot Traffic know their stuff. Whether it’s planning how to ramp up mileage, a better way to recover, or find the right sports bra, they’re the team to ask. Here’s our latest Q & A sesh: Run Oregon: I’m [read more...]

The Gorgeous Wine Relay is this Sunday

July 11, 2019 // 0 Comments

Getting ready for a relay used to mean packing, planning, and … a whole of preparation. Don’t get me wrong, I still had a blast at the 2019 Wild Rogue Relay, but Gorgeous Relays’ one-day relays have really spoiled me. With a job [read more...]

2019 Races on our Radar #26/27 – July 9, 2019

July 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...]

Reminder: SW5k is this Sunday in Beaverton – and it’s only $10

July 9, 2019 // 0 Comments

The SW5k (formerly the SW Bible 5k) is this Sunday night and it’s only $10 to sign up. Registration includes BBQ dinner after the race, but online registration is only open through July 11. This race has been growing the past few years, and [read more...]

Race Recap: 2019 Me.She.We Half Marathon (Wilsonville)

July 8, 2019 // 0 Comments

The Me.She.We Half Marathon, run on June 1 in Wilsonville, was a wonderful experience for the friends that I went with and those I made there. Among my friends that participated were competitive runners, run-walk competitors, and a few that are [read more...]

What Run Oregon is Wearing: Casual and Sustainable Summer Threads from Toad & Co

June 27, 2019 // 0 Comments

Tara Jumpsuit – $110 (Kelly’s thoughts) There are some trends that I admire, but think I could never pull off. Capri pants was one, until I found a pair that actually fit my proportions. Now I love them. Jumpsuits are another – [read more...]

2019 Races on our Radar #25 (June 25)

June 25, 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...]

2019 Beaverton Sun Run Preview (Discount code)

June 22, 2019 // 0 Comments

Running for its 7th year this July 28th, the Beaverton Sun Run is a great local race put on by the Beaverton Rotary Club that helps students from elementary through graduation. Funds from this 5k/10k are used to provide books for young students to [read more...]

Run Northbest 5k Series Returns to a New Venue (but there’s still beer)

June 21, 2019 // 0 Comments

Last year I tried my best to encourage everyone and their mom to register for the Run Northbest 5k Series, which was run in South Beaverton from MurrayHill Park. It was such a fun series, at such a low price, with cold northwest beers at the finish. [read more...]

2019 Races on our Radar #24: June 18

June 18, 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: Rose City Mile – Race and/or Watch on June 29

June 18, 2019 // 0 Comments

Mile races are fun. Fun as a participant (faster than a 5k, yet wholly manageable), and fun as a spectator (you can see things unfolding over the 4 laps but it’s long enough for a surprise ending). The Rose City Mile is scheduled for Saturday, [read more...]

Ask the Expert: Get the funk out of your clothes & get a friend to run a 5k (not completely unrelated)

June 17, 2019 // 0 Comments

Our friends at Foot Traffic know their stuff. Whether it’s finding the right running shoe, the best jacket for our crazy weather, or just discovering a cool local trail to run, they’re the team to ask. Here’s our latest Q & A [read more...]

Just The Cheese: A salty, crunchy gluten-free and carb-free snack

June 12, 2019 // 0 Comments

I love salty snacks – my favorite is the (maybe not so healthy) bag of Lay’s chips – but I’m also trying to eat better. I’m not giving up my salt fix, though. My new favorite are the snacks from Just The Cheese. [read more...]

2019 Races on our Radar #23: June 11

June 11, 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. This weekend: This Thursday (the 13th) [read more...]

2019 Races on our Radar #22: June 4

June 4, 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...]

Shenanigans and a Lack of Planning: A Recap of the 2019 Gorgeous Portland Pub Relay

May 29, 2019 // 0 Comments

“How about we don’t assign legs, instead, we draw names before each leg to see who will run; and how about we buddy up on each of them so no one runs alone (as in, we’d each run 2 legs)?” That’s how we started our [read more...]

Races on our Radar #21: May 28

May 28, 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 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...]

Articles by Kelly Barten

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2019 Races on our Radar #28: July 16

Ask the Expert: New Route Suggestions and Try Volunteering

The Gorgeous Wine Relay is this Sunday

2019 Races on our Radar #26/27 – July 9, 2019

Reminder: SW5k is this Sunday in Beaverton – and it’s only $10

Race Recap: 2019 Me.She.We Half Marathon (Wilsonville)

What Run Oregon is Wearing: Casual and Sustainable Summer Threads from Toad & Co

2019 Races on our Radar #25 (June 25)

2019 Beaverton Sun Run Preview (Discount code)

Run Northbest 5k Series Returns to a New Venue (but there’s still beer)

2019 Races on our Radar #24: June 18

Preview: Rose City Mile – Race and/or Watch on June 29

Ask the Expert: Get the funk out of your clothes & get a friend to run a 5k (not completely unrelated)

Just The Cheese: A salty, crunchy gluten-free and carb-free snack

2019 Races on our Radar #23: June 11

2019 Races on our Radar #22: June 4

Shenanigans and a Lack of Planning: A Recap of the 2019 Gorgeous Portland Pub Relay

Races on our Radar #21: May 28

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