Matt RasmussenMatt Rasmussen lives in Keizer, Ore. with his wife and three daughters. He enjoys watching hockey, going to as many breweries (618) and wineries (152) as he can, and all things Canada (he was born there). Matt was raised as a baseball player and officially transitioned over to running in 2010.
One of my favorite relays is fast approaching: the Three Capes Relay is Saturday, February 25th. Running from Tillamook to Pacific City, this is a 26.2-mile relay with five legs that can be run solo or in a team of up to 5 people. If you are planning on running or walking this one (or want to pull together a team quick), be sure to sign up by Monday – February 10th is the deadline…
The 361° Centauri is releasing TODAY (February 1st) as a brand new edition to their lineup. We found it to be a full 360 degrees of awesome (plus 1 degree)… Read all our Reviews of 361° here! Sometimes things show up out of nowhere and catch you by surprise. Over the past decade-ish, I have reviewed shoes from pretty much every medium to major running shoe company there is. But one that has been off…
We have recently been connecting more with Brandblack, a mostly fashion footwear company that is making strides in the running and outdoor lanes. Last year we tried out the Brandblack Kaiju, a pretty solid foundation of a running shoe that we feel will get better over time. We ended the year by sample the Santa Monica – a fancy hiking boot that many an Oregonian may want to put on their feet this Spring and…
I remember when Tracksmith first hit the scene started. You could just tell that they had something special brewing. Their quality gear, mixed with a modern take of an old school vibe, had people clamoring. Their first stuff wasn’t perfect, but you could tell that progress was coming. Fast forward to today, and Tracksmith is truly one of the staples in the running apparel community. We have now seen the recent launch of the Tracksmith…
It’s official. The Portland Shamrock Run is back and only about 6 weeks away! It seemed like yesterday I was talking about getting myself back into shape and ready for participation. I feel fully ready at this point, so much so that I am running a half marathon the week prior to race day! Things are looking up! Now many of us have logged miles this year and feel strong. Maybe you have been training…
I don’t know about you, but I am about ready for some warm running. We’ve been going on a few months now of dark and chilly miles, and we’re just ready to escape on a run Quetion. Until then, we will be doing our best to make our chili and wet, runs more bearable, including trying out items from Icebreaker’s ZoneKnit Collection. See all our posts on Icebreaker here! There are a variety of items…
Relay races are such a great way to be with friends, create memories, and get active. Three Capes Relay has been very popular amongst the Run Oregon team. We have had many racers over the years participate in this great race, myself included. With so many relay races to choose from, this one is definitely a top race in my book. The course, the distances, and the scenery are just a few reasons why I always recommend…
Obviously, with a name like Run Oregon, we are focused on running. But, as most PNWers are, we aren’t defined solely by our running prowess. We feel we are in the prime location for active exploration – whether that be running on the road, hiking on any number of trails, cross training in our local gym (or garage), or just being out and about in our beautiful state. Brooks, also a running-centric entity, is taking…
I remember back in college spending many-a-day in the training room getting “e-stim” (i.e. electric stimulation) on my ailing throwing arm. It required a ton of wires, a professional to administer it, and lying on an uncomfortable padded table for 20-30 minutes staring at the ceiling. It was a necessary evil, but dang was it awfully time-consuming. Fast forward 15 years and Firefly has created the modern version of this procedure with the Most Innovative…
There was a time when Tracksmith was a small, “boutique” running apparel company – with a small yet loyal following. They made New England-inspired items that seemed to bridge the gap between historical time periods of running with a modernized feel and performance-forward. In fact, their name itself even showcases this: “TRACK” is a symbol of commitment to training and racing, while “SMITH” represents dedication to a specialized craft – an obsession with quality and…
