Product Review – Run Oregon

Kickstarter of the Week: Traü Athletic Underwear (Campaign ends 12/3)

October 23, 2019 // 0 Comments

Details: Product: Traü Athletic Underwear Location: San Francisco, CA Funding Status: ~$12,000 of $30,000 End Date: December 3, 2019 Pledge for: ~$28+ Delivery Expectations: February 2020 I know it’s weird, but I am always on the prowl for [read more...]

Shoe Review: Brooks Ghost 12 (Women’s)

October 19, 2019 // 0 Comments

If you like running shoes that can last for miles without losing the cushion or spring, check out the Brooks Ghost 12. I’ve put about 100 miles on them in the past six weeks or so and they still feel like new when I put them on. Not gonna lie, [read more...]

Kickstarter of the Week: The Origin Headlamp by Eukarya (Campaign ends this Thursday)

October 6, 2019 // 0 Comments

It’s official – Fall and dark running is officially upon us. I have refused to believe it is so, but alas I can no longer hide myself from it. This change means that me, and all runners, need to up their visibility game in their apparel [read more...]

What Run Oregon is Wearing: Awesome Fall baselayers and neckwarmers from GORE

September 30, 2019 // 0 Comments

Windstopper Base Layer Shirt & Base Layer Shirt I don’t think much about wind when I am running. I mean, I know it’s a factor when I run along the river or on certain blustery spring days. But overall, I just deal with it and tough [read more...]

What Run Oregon is Trying: Simple Hydration Water Bottle

September 24, 2019 // 0 Comments

I’ve tried just about every portable water option for running you could imagine. I’ve worn belts and vests, carried hard and soft flasks, and tried many sizes and shapes. Some of them I’ve liked very much and others I’ve hated with a [read more...]

What Run Oregon is Wearing: Patagonia Houdini Air Jacket, Airchaser Shirt, and Strider Shorts

September 21, 2019 // 0 Comments

It’s easy for gear from this well-known brand to move to the top of anyone’s favorites list because, well, they just make good-quality stuff. There’s a reason it’s popular: it looks good, fits well, and gets the job done. [read more...]

What Run Oregon is Wearing: le bent socks

September 13, 2019 // 0 Comments

If there’s anything I’ve learned from all the countless hours I’ve spent running, it’s that good socks are as important as good shoes, (arguably even more so.) The first thing that attracted to me about the Ultra Lightweight Micro run socks [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...]

What Run Oregon is Wearing: FITS socks

September 1, 2019 // 0 Comments

FITS is a premium sock brand resulting from the collaboration of third and fourth generation textile manufacturers to create the absolute best fitting sock in the marketplace as a response to an industry-wide epidemic of ill-fitting socks. Utilizing [read more...]

What Run Oregon is Wearing: Salomon Sense Ride 2

August 31, 2019 // 0 Comments

Salomon [sal-uh-muh n]: noun 1. Adventure OK, obviously that is not the real definition, but I’m not wrong in this. Salomon’s #TimetoPlay hashtag leads you to photos and collages and videos of mountain running, backcountry skiing, epic [read more...]

What Run Oregon is Wearing: Balega UltraGlide Sock – releasing soon!

August 25, 2019 // 0 Comments

Balega has announced a new sock that is sure to garner quite a bit of interest called the UltraGlide. Balega is certainly not new to the running community by any means and they’re dedication to keep us on our feet (quite literally) is [read more...]

What Run Oregon Is Trying: Daddy Burt CBD Oil

August 23, 2019 // 0 Comments

Running can be an effective way to reduce stress or anxiety. Good old fashioned fresh air and exercise can work wonders, but some runners may need additional assistance. Enter CBD, the natural and legal substance that claims to be a cure all for [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...]

Ask the Expert: Big News on the Holiday Half & Prepping for Your Relay

August 13, 2019 // 0 Comments

Run Oregon: What’s new with the Holiday Half? I mean, it’s almost September, which means it’s basically the holidays … Foot Traffic: The next price increase for the Holiday Half will be on August 15th, but the early bird gets [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...]

What Run Oregon is Trying: Cola-Flavored Tailwind Nutrition

August 7, 2019 // 0 Comments

When I was training for my first marathon in 2006, there weren’t a lot of electrolyte choices. Over the years, I’ve watched the stores and races offer more and more options, and now it’s gotten a bit overwhelming. Where do you begin? [read more...]

What Run Oregon is Wearing: Trailhead Adventure Shorts from Coalatree

August 5, 2019 // 0 Comments

With a name like Trailhead Adventure Shorts, you know you have an apparel item this is perfect for the outdoors. And though Coalatree is based out of my previous hometown of Salt Lake City, these shorts are ideal for the Pacific Northwest outdoor [read more...]

Run Oregon is kickin’ it in the Altra Supalante

August 3, 2019 // 0 Comments

I don’t generally wear zero-drop shoes to run. I tried a pair about 6 years ago form a random, now-defunct, shoe company. I think the shoes were actually made well, but running in them really gave me bad foot and achilles pain. Ever since then [read more...]

Check out the Sertig Longsleeve – a sun protection top from MAMMUT

August 1, 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...]

What Run Oregon is Wearing: Garmin Forerunner 35

July 31, 2019 // 0 Comments

My trusty Garmin Forerunner 220, a birthday gift from my wife six years ago, went totally haywire a few days ago, at first claiming that my easy running pace was around 14 min/mile, and then later changing its mind and deciding that, no, I was [read more...]

Sun Protection Items from Toad&Co

July 30, 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...]

What RunOregon is Wearing: Reebok Floatride Run Fast

July 29, 2019 // 0 Comments

In full disclosure, I have not picked up a pair of Reebok shoes or worn them since high school, more than a few years ago. While I prefer to train in lightweight shoes that can double as racers, it is very helpful to have dedicated race shoes. I [read more...]

What Run Oregon is Trying: Hydro Flask Journey Hydration Pack

July 28, 2019 // 0 Comments

Unless you’ve been living in a cave, you’re probably familiar with the Oregon-based company, Hydro Flask, and their popular vacuum insulated water bottles. I personally remember receiving my own 21 ounce bottle as a Christmas present [read more...]

Check out the Sphere Long-Sleeved Crewe – a sun protection top from Icebreaker

July 27, 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...]