Articles by Matt Rasmussen

About Matt Rasmussen (1522 Articles)

Matt Rasmussen lives in Keizer, Ore. with his wife and three daughters. He enjoys watching the Olympics, sampling craft beers, and all things Canada (he was born there). Matt was raised as a baseball player and officially transitioned over to running in 2010. Matt joined the Run Oregon team in October 2011, and since then he has spearheaded the blog’s efforts to cover product reviews, news about businesses related to running, and running events in the Willamette Valley.

Celebrate Halloween with the LIVE Scary Run on October 31st in Washougal (LIMITED ENTRIES!)

October 19, 2020 // 0 Comments

Just this week, we are featuring our second live race! This usually isn’t uncommon, but, then again, 2020 isn’t really all that common either. Why Racing Events was given approval to run the Scary Run LIVE on Saturday, October 31th in [read more...]

Live Race Preview: Halloween 5k Fun Run (Burns)

October 18, 2020 // 0 Comments

I don’t know about you, but I have been itching to safely participate in some safe races. I have been able to do one this summer, but it’s not enough! If you life in Central or Eastern Oregon, or are ready to hit the road for a race, [read more...]

Taking on Feats with Feet Featuring Feetures

October 16, 2020 // 0 Comments

Run Oregon receives and tests running stuff from time to time. We were sent some socks from Feetures! Read on for their take on the products. As someone who is consistently spending money on new running shoes every few months due to high mileage, [read more...]

Foot pain is the worst. Tread Labs to the rescue.

October 10, 2020 // 0 Comments

For the past week or so, I have been nursing some foot pain. Basically, I have gone from running about 35 miles/week to only walking 7 to keep my daily streak alive. It’s awful. I haven’t had foot issues in a while, but have historically [read more...]

Do you have mysterious back or lower body pain? Maybe the Hip Hook is your answer (DISCOUNT CODE)

October 7, 2020 // 0 Comments

Being stuck home most of the time in 2020 has been rough for the most part – but it has had its relative “perks”. Aside from getting to see my family WAY more than I used to, I have also had the ability to put a little more work [read more...]

Press Release: Eugene Marathon Returns to Hayward Field in 2021

October 6, 2020 // 0 Comments

Eugene, OR—In April of 2021, the Eugene Marathon will return to Hayward Field at the University of Oregon. The event will take place April 24-25, 2021 and consists of the Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K and Kid’s Duck Dash; all races will finish on [read more...]

Run Oregon is Kickin’ it in the Brooks Hyperion Elite 2

October 5, 2020 // 0 Comments

Brooks Hyperion Elite’s are back – and with a vengeance. It’s a pretty well known fact that many intense runners and shoe reviewers weren’t the biggest fans of the first version of the Hyperion Elites. It came with a lot of [read more...]

The Run Oregon Wardrobe: Cotopaxi Baja Pant

September 27, 2020 // 0 Comments

We are big fans of Cotopaxi here at Run Oregon. We have reviewed a variety of their items – from workout gear and socks to jackets, sweaters, and packs. They continually put out really solid outdoor and running gear, all while staying true to [read more...]

Homeschooling this year? Check out Healthy Kids Running Series to satisfy that PE class (Press Release)

September 21, 2020 // 0 Comments

In an effort to keep young children healthy and active while homeschooling, Healthy Kids Running Series is expanding its outdoor five-week fall Series and offering a world-wide Virtual World Race alternative, beginning Sunday, September [read more...]

Run Oregon is Kickin’ It in the unique looking K-ST Low from Deckers Lab

September 20, 2020 // 0 Comments

Have you heard of Deckers before? Maybe if you read some of our recent reviews, but its likely they may be new to you. But even so, you may recognize some of the names behind their creation: “Jean-Luc Diard, Global VP of Innovation for [read more...]

Making a Day of It at home with the 2020 Cider Summit NW To-Go box!

September 19, 2020 // 0 Comments

I am sure all of us have something that we miss from pre-COVID-19 days. In fact there is probably a dozen things we can each think of. Low on the list of importance (relatively speaking), but still something I miss are beer festivals. I have loved [read more...]

Happy Hour Distillery of the Week: Portland’s Headwind Vodka

September 17, 2020 // 0 Comments

I love beer. After now having visited over 560 different breweries, it’s fair to say I have sampled a lot of beer (follow me on Untappd). From post-race pints and run club meeting locations, to beer miles and relays, running and the kegged [read more...]

BUFF is helping deal with wildfires and global pandemics with their new Filter Mask

September 12, 2020 // 0 Comments

Wearing a mask is the smart, kind thing to do – even while running. So recently we set out to try various masks specifically made for running and/or by running companies. Its the year 2020 and with a global pandemic and the raging wildfires in [read more...]

Run Oregon Test Kitchen: DNX Bars

September 10, 2020 // 0 Comments

I’m an omnivore, but I generally try to limit my meat intake if I can. However, there are times when a little lean meat in my life just hits the spot. In a world of granola, oats, chocolate, and nuts, meat is not generally something that you [read more...]

Kickstarter of the Week: Hibear All-Day Adventure Flask (GOAL MET IN 45 MINUTES!)

September 8, 2020 // 0 Comments

Details: Product: Hibear’s All-Day Adventure Flask Location: Reno, NV End Date: October 9, 2020 Pledge for: $65 Delivery Expectations: May 2021 I am pretty sure every person in Oregon has an insulated water bottle of some sort. I know I have a [read more...]

Run Oregon Test Kitchen: nuun Instant

September 3, 2020 // 0 Comments

As someone who hasn’t really spent much time on hydration, except water, until this past year, I have really come to enjoy and appreciate nuun. As I have been spending more time running in more distant locations, as well as on the treadmill in [read more...]

Kegs & Legs Beers of the Week: Rip City Lager from Deschutes Brewing

September 1, 2020 // 0 Comments

Guest Race Preview: 2020 OYO Portland

August 31, 2020 // 0 Comments

The following has been submitted by Run Oregon reader, Laura Owen. As with so many other races this year, The Portland Marathon has succumbed to the pandemic and been cancelled. However, the organizers have put an interesting and unique opportunity [read more...]

What Run Oregon is Wearing: Momentum Tee with Polartec

August 25, 2020 // 0 Comments

As you may be aware, Myles makes some really nice workout and casual crossover clothes for active individuals. We have reviewed a variety of their items over the years. However, this summer they took things a step further and partnered with Polartec [read more...]

Kickstarter of the Week: Volcanxx adaptive clothing (Campaign ends 9/9)

August 22, 2020 // 0 Comments

Details: Product: Volcanxx Location: Vancouver, BC, Canada Funding Status: ~$34,000 of $15,000 (WILL BE FUNDED) End Date: September 9, 2020 Pledge for: $42 for shirt Delivery Expectations: January 2021 It’s been hot outside lately. Just a [read more...]

What Run Oregon is Wearing: HOKA Perfomance shirt with Polartec

August 18, 2020 // 0 Comments

As you area aware, HOKA ONE ONE makes a damn fine pair of shoes. However, this past spring they released their first line of performance apparel and partnered with Polartec – an amazing decision. We were sent an item from their new line [read more...]

Race Recap: 2020 Haulin’ Aspen (Mt. Bachelor)

August 12, 2020 // 0 Comments

August 8th, 2020 will go down as one of the most memorable days in quite a while – and I have the Haulin’ Aspen to thank for it. After 154 days of no racing – the longest such stretch since 2011, thanks COVID – I made the [read more...]

Run Oregon Test Kitchen: Mezcla plant protein bars with unique flavors

August 11, 2020 // 0 Comments

I’m pretty finicky when it comes to energy bars. I get tired of most bars pretty quickly, even ones that I liked initially. While I have tried a lot over time – there are just a handful that I find myself coming back to as I can be [read more...]

Run Oregon Test Kitchen: Wonderful Pistachios – No Shells (!)

August 9, 2020 // 0 Comments

We all need a little bit more protein in our lives. I don’t know about you, but when I crave a snack, I tend to go more salty and savory than sweet. I will still break into a pint of ice cream at times, but basic carbs like crackers, chips, [read more...]

Run Oregon Road Trip to 206 1/2 Historic Hotel in Albany

August 7, 2020 // 0 Comments

Run Oregon loves running – that’s no surprise. But we also love the Pacific Northwest and all that it has to offer. Running is a part of us, but it does not fully define us. In our new “Make a Day of It” feature, we aim to [read more...]

Race Preview: 2020 Run for the Oaks 5k/10k (Left Coast Estate in Rickreall)

July 31, 2020 // 0 Comments

We haven’t been able to feature too many races lately, so we are happy to announce that the Run for the Oaks 5k & 10k is currently scheduled to take place on August 29th at the Left Coast Estate in Rickreall. Like everything nowadays, [read more...]