Now that it’s finally starting to get colder, darker, and wetter out here in the Pacific Northwest, we thought it would be a good time to start testing some of the latest warm weather gear over at Run Oregon. GORE-TEX has been a household name in the outdoor space for decades now. Living in Oregon, it’s almost impossible to not have come across their gear. Here is where the R5 GORE-Tex Infinium Tights come into play.…
If you’re looking for a festive run for the whole family, Jingle Bells Run in Eugene could be a great pick. Race, jog, or walk a 5K or 15K, or team up with family and friends for the three-runner 15K relay. For the kids, there’s a free Rudolph Run and a visit from Santa. Dressing up is encouraged, too, to get in the spirit of the season. The 5K and 15K courses both start in…
The Corvallis Turkey Trot is back this year with its 5k, 10k, and 1k Little Gobblers kids’ run on Thanksgiving morning, November 25. Organized by Corvallis Parks and Rec, this event benefits the Parks and Rec Scholarship fund, providing low or no cost program registration to low income families. The races start and end at Osborn Aquatic Center (map). The start times are staggered to alleviate congestion in the starting area and on the course.…
The 2021 Arctic Circle Turkey Trot 5k and 10k in Newport takes off at Rogue Brewing on Thanksgiving morning, November 25. The morning starts at 9am with the kids’ half-mile race. The 5k and 10k follow at 9:15. The course for both distances is very flat and very scenic. The 5k is a simple out-and-back heading west towards the jetty, giving participants great views of the Pacific Ocean. The 10k starts the same as the…
This popular Thanksgiving run is staying virtual in 2021, but the tradition and spirit of giving will continue in support of local families in need. Give n’ Gobble has been a Sherwood tradition since 2007, and in typical years draws around 2,500 runners on Thanksgiving morning. Popular with both the local high school athletes and families of all ages, the field is a great mix of competitive and fun runners. As in 2020, this…
Elevated Trail Racing is a new race organizer putting on a series of vert-packed trail races this fall. (In case you missed it, we chatted with founder Devin VansCoy earlier this year.) Storm The Castle is the last one of the four 2021 races, taking place at the Upper McKenzie River on November 27th. The theme of all Elevated Trail Racing events is serious elevation and mountainous terrain, and you’ll get both here. The course…
I had never heard of MANTRA Labs when I was sent their hydration product to test, but after learning about the company background and values, I’m impressed by their mission. MANTRA Labs was founded in Austin, TX in 2020. The company works to raise mental health awareness, and partners with organizations to create funding for better mental health services. In their own words, “there are two sides to health: physical and mental”. And so, every…
The third and final Happy Girls Run of 2021 takes place at the end of October in Sisters. Grab your girlfriends (or family members!) and pick between a fast, paved 5K or a scenic trail half marathon. If you want to get in the spirit of this women’s event but can’t make it to Sisters in person, there are also virtual options for both distances. Those who challenge themselves to the half marathon will enjoy…
Bivouac Racing has been putting on fun races in Oregon’s state parks since 2008, with a current line-up of four events. The first fall race in their state park trail series is the Stub Stewart Trail Challenge on October 17. Distances at this event include a half marathon and a quarter marathon, and the course presents a variety of terrain that changes frequently to keep things interesting. From the paved Banks-Vernonia trail to unapproved road;…
The 2021 Girlfriends Half Marathon, 10k, and 6k will take place on Sunday, October 10 at the beautiful Vancouver Waterfront Landing. With construction complete in the area, it promises to be a great venue. There is a fee to park in the adjoining parking lot, but Vancouver street and garage parking is free on Sundays just a few blocks north of the start line. All distances will start together (in waves) at 9am, and all…
