Articles by Matt Rasmussen

About Matt Rasmussen (1397 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.

Kegs & Legs Beer of the Week: HandUp IPA by Deschutes Brewery

September 15, 2019 // 0 Comments

I love beer. After now having visited over 530 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...]

Race Preview: 2019 Longview Early Edition Rotary Harvest Classic 10k/5k

September 14, 2019 // 0 Comments

Harvest season is considered to be a celebration of abundance. What better way to share abundance than by supporting a charitable cause that directly helps feed families in need? The Longview Early Edition Rotary Harvest Classic 5k and 10k in [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Mt. Tabor Tar ‘n’ Trail 5K and 10K

September 12, 2019 // 0 Comments

Friends of Mt. Tabor Park are hosting a 5K run/walk and 10K run through the picturesque trails on Portland’s dormant volcano, Mt. Tabor. The race is a fundraising event to benefit the Friends of Mt. Tabor Park who help keep this wonderland a [read more...]

Check out the Alpenglow Hoody – a sun protection top from Black Diamond

September 12, 2019 // 0 Comments

I’m sure it’s something we all realize when the warm weather hits – we need to stay protected from the sun. As runners, we are mostly hitting the streets and trails outside, and Oregon is about as beautiful a place in the country [read more...]

Race Recap: 2019 Sunriver Half Marathon for a Cause

September 11, 2019 // 0 Comments

This past Labor Day, I was once again in Sunriver for the 9th annual Sunriver Marathon for a Cause. This is the fourth time I have participated in these races (the 10k in 2011 & 2018, and the double half challenge in 2013) and is always one that [read more...]

Race Recap: 2019 Painted Hills Half Marathon (Mitchell)

September 9, 2019 // 0 Comments

The Painted Hills Half Marathon has been on my bucket list for a while. The race is generally pretty small (2019 had the highest amount over – 52) and doesn’t feature a ton of perks, but it is unique enough that I knew I wanted to tackle [read more...]

Ask Miles Anything: Gu and Shoes

September 8, 2019 // 0 Comments

Meet Miles! This cute little guy is the new mascot for Foot Traffic, one of the most well-respected running stores in Portland and SW PDX. Each month we have been doing an AMA with Miles (stay tuned to our Instagram) and posting his responses here! [read more...]

Run Oregon Road Trip at the Spoke’n Hostel in Oregon’s Painted Hills

September 7, 2019 // 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...]

Run Oregon Road Trip at LOGE Bend

September 3, 2019 // 0 Comments

Race Preview: 2019 Sunset on the Springwater Half Marathon/10k/5k (Portland)

September 3, 2019 // 0 Comments

When I was looking for a fall event to sign up for in the Portland area, I came across this race and was immediately drawn to it for several reasons – the greatest of which is it being an evening run which sounded great (I prefer to not be a [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 South Slough Scramble (Astoria)

September 2, 2019 // 0 Comments

Many Pacific-Northwesterners know that Astoria, Oregon is a treasure trove of antiques, restaurants, museums and history, laced with all the quaintness of a fishing village (think wooden piers, shingled houses and old-fashioned architecture). Some [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Mountain Lakes 100 (Olallie Lake, Oregon) SOLD OUT – MAKE PLANS FOR 2020!

September 2, 2019 // 0 Comments

Ready to put all your training to the ultimate test? Want to take a swing at one of the U.S.’s best 100 mile races, which happens to be right here in Oregon? Is an ultra-marathon on your bucket list and you are trying to find just the right one to [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Monkey Face Half Marathon and 7-Mile Run (Smith Rock)

August 29, 2019 // 0 Comments

Monkey Face Half Marathon and 7 Mile Run is scheduled for Saturday, September 21st at Smith Rock State Park in Terrebonne, just north of Bend. Known for its unique rock formations and gorgeous surroundings, this area attracts hikers and rock [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 MLK Dream Run (PDX)

August 27, 2019 // 0 Comments

For the second year in a row, the MLK Dream Run has a new start and finish, but continues to honor the Martin Luther King Jr. ‘I have a Dream’ speech with a 5k, 10k or 15k that benefits the NNEBA Fellows Youth Entrepreneurship Program. [read more...]

Dress Like a Man: Underwear (and socks) 10.0 – featuring MANRAGS

August 22, 2019 // 0 Comments

Those of you who have been reading this blog for a while, know that I have a little bit of a “thing” for men’s underwear. In fact, there was a time where I was reviewing men’s underwear on a monthly (or even bi-weekly) basis [read more...]

Run Oregon is Kickin’ It in the brand spanking new EVO Speedgoat from HOKA ONE ONE

August 21, 2019 // 0 Comments

One of the more popular trail shoes I hear people rave about is their Speedgoat line from HOKA ONE ONE. The November release of the Speedgoat 4 is highly anticipated, but in the meantime they have launched the EVO Speedgoat an updated and lighter [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Moore Mountain Trail Runs (Klamath Falls)

August 21, 2019 // 0 Comments

Trail running enthusiasts and those up for a challenge will want to check out the Moore Mountain Trail Run this September. Linkville Lopers Running and Walking Club hosts the event and states it is Klamath County’s premiere trail running event [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Hero Up Half Marathon and 5K Run on August 31

August 20, 2019 // 0 Comments

Hero Up Half Marathon and 5K Run will take place at Cook Park in Tigard on Saturday, August 31st at 7:30am and 8:30am, respectively. Not only does this event give you a fun excuse to dress up as your favorite superhero or villain, all of the [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Hardesty Hardcore Trail Run (near Oakridge)

August 19, 2019 // 0 Comments

The fourth event (of six total) of the Run Big Trail Series (RBTS) by Level 32 Racing will be taking place on Saturday, August 31 on the Hardesty Trail. Participants may elect to participate in the 14 mile or 5.5 mile distances. This event does have [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Oregon Wine Country Half Marathon (Half Relay and 5k) – Yamhill County

August 18, 2019 // 0 Comments

A brilliant, full-bodied run that will appeal to all running enthusiasts, the Oregon Wine Country Half Marathon on September 1, 2019, is a stunning race that is sure to please all of the senses. The course of this beautiful event will deliver hues [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Painted Hills Half Marathon (10k and 5k) – Mitchell

August 13, 2019 // 0 Comments

Like most runners out there, I have a few races on my running bucket list. One of those, the Painted Hills Half Marathon (10K, and 5K) has been so close me being able to run, but continues to elude me – until now. This event, ran in [read more...]

What Run Oregon is Wearing: Under Armour’s GORE-TEX Breeze shirt

August 13, 2019 // 0 Comments

One event that we desperately want to attend is Outdoor Retailer. If you don’t know about it, it’s essentially a weekend’s worth of panels from outdoor experts, activities and presentations, and a great spot to for outdoor sports [read more...]

GIVEAWAY & DISCOUNT CODE: Learn more about My Carbana for your next relay or race

August 12, 2019 // 0 Comments

We are in the final stretch for Hood to Coast, and we have teamed up with My Carbana to giveaway a cool ultra light-weight and portable My Carbana Mobile Cabana – which is perfect for your next relay or for changing after your next race. Here [read more...]

Ask Miles Anything: Cross Country running

August 12, 2019 // 0 Comments

Meet Miles! This cute little guy is the new mascot for Foot Traffic, one of the most well-respected running stores in Portland and SW PDX. Each month we will be doing an AMA with Miles (stay tuned to our Instagram) and posting his responses here! [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Millersburg Celebration Half & 5k

August 10, 2019 // 0 Comments

Though I only live about 30 minutes or so from Millersburg, I didn’t even know where it was located until this week. For some reason, Millersburg has a “middle-of-nowhere” sounding name, yet it’s actually a small community [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Oregon Brewery Running Series event at Ordnance Brewing (Boardman)

August 9, 2019 // 0 Comments

One thing that I love about the Oregon Brewery Running Series this year is their expansion to locations in Oregon and Washington. Boardman Brewing has actually hosted one of their events before, but at their taphouse in Wilsonville instead of their [read more...]