Running Gear – Page 2

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: 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...]

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 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: 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...]

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...]

What Run Oregon is Trying: FLPSDE Dual Chamber Water Bottle

June 18, 2019 // 0 Comments

Convenience is everything when you’re a busy person and even more so if you’re moving constantly. Being a personal trainer and running coach means I’m not sitting at a desk most days and I need “grab and go” options that make sense. The [read more...]

Stay protected with the BlackStrap UV Daily Sleeve Set and Daily Tube Sun Mask

June 5, 2019 // 0 Comments

BlackStrap (BS) is a company out of Bend that is focused on quality and innovation to help fuel outdoor adventures. They take the motto “made in the USA” very seriously and insist on every step of their process (from raw textiles to shipping) be [read more...]

What Run Oregon is Trying: MojiHeat Heated Massage Roller

May 27, 2019 // 0 Comments

Runners are used to a little pain and suffering if they’ve been at it long enough, and there’s always been the age-old question in regards to injuries, aches, and pains.. Heat or Ice? Which is more effective? Moji, a company that makes [read more...]

Running Relay Checklist: 2019 Version

May 22, 2019 // 0 Comments

Doing a relay this year? I am … one I’ve never done before but have wanted to check out for years. The Wild Rogue Relay starts in Medford and finishes in Brookings, and it’s a challenging and beautiful route. It’s been a [read more...]

Ask the Expert: Sports Bras, Sunscreen, and Summer Running for Kids

May 20, 2019 // 0 Comments

Run Oregon: I desperately need a better running bra. How do I find the right one for me? First things first- sizing. Don’t go off of your typical underwire bra size- did you know that up to 80% of women wear the wrong size bra on a daily basis? [read more...]

I ain’t trippin’ – the Day Tripper Duffle Bag is pretty awesome

May 18, 2019 // 0 Comments

It’s been a few years since I have updated my gym bag game. This hasn’t historically been an issue, as I generally just used my old one to get my running clothes too and from work each day. With my recent foray into adding weightlifting [read more...]

What Run Oregon is Wearing: Naked Headband

May 15, 2019 // 0 Comments

We’re not new to running Naked…er, running with Naked, that is. We reviewed their running band last year (brush up on those posts here and here) and had a chance to try out their headband recently as well. You’re probably [read more...]

Everything to love about Kea Peak visors (including free shipping for Run Oregon readers)

April 11, 2019 // 0 Comments

I feel weird when I don’t wear a hat running. This started back when I decided to grow out my bangs (I know) and hated the long wisps getting in my face. I’m also (thanks, Ancestry.com) 100% ginger, so hats afford me some sun protection. [read more...]

What Run Oregon is Trying: OOFOS

April 4, 2019 // 3 Comments

I found out about OOFOS on a runner’s group on Facebook one day a few years ago. Someone was asking about a good recovery shoe for runners and about 95% of the comments back were in favor of OOFOS. Ever since then, I’ve wanted to try them out [read more...]

Ask the Expert: Here’s Why

March 18, 2019 // 0 Comments

If you’re a regular Run Oregon reader, you probably know that we love shopping local, especially supporting our local running stores. We count on them for putting on amazing races, carrying great gear, but most importantly, guidance on [read more...]

What Oregon is Wearing: Vast Terrain

March 14, 2019 // 0 Comments

Julie: I jumped at the opportunity to wear a Via Long Sleeve top over the last couple months. The timing was fantastic as an Oregonian, it’s the colder months of the year. I always wear base layers on these colder running days and just in [read more...]

Listen Up: A Run Oregon review of the Under Armour True Wireless Flash

February 21, 2019 // 0 Comments

Under Armour is stepping up in the headphone game with their recent partnership with audio heavy hitter JBL. We recently tried out some of their wireless headphones (yet the buds still connected to each other via cable) and now are checking out [read more...]

Ask the Expert: Training Programs and Staying Safe

February 18, 2019 // 0 Comments

If you’re a regular Run Oregon reader, you probably know that we love shopping local, especially supporting our local running stores. We count on them for putting on amazing races, carrying great gear, but most importantly, guidance on [read more...]

Siggie Lodoen bras offer a no-bounce solution

February 13, 2019 // 0 Comments

Note: You can save 20% off your Siggie Lodoen bra with the code SLS20 until March 15, 2019. If you’re a female runner, chances are you own at least a few sports bras that you wear only when they’re the last clean bra. Or maybe some [read more...]

Janji 2-in-1 Pace Short review (Janji Collective Open Until Friday)

February 11, 2019 // 0 Comments

Before we get to the review, here’s how you can save 15% on all Janji gear, forever! Join the Janji Collective with a $50 donation to their clean water efforts, and you’ll get a Janji shirt and a lifetime discount on any Janji gear you [read more...]

Janji: Sustainable running gear for a great cause

February 7, 2019 // 0 Comments

This is being re-posted, because the Janji Collective is growing and open to new members! Click here to sign up. The original post published on November 15, 2018. Read on to find out why I recommend the Janji Collective: When you’ve run a lot [read more...]

Ask the Expert: Best Trail Shoes, Fave Socks, and 2019 Goals

January 21, 2019 // 0 Comments

If you’re a regular Run Oregon reader, you probably know that we love shopping local, especially supporting our local running stores. We count on them for putting on amazing races, carrying great gear, but most importantly, guidance on [read more...]

Kari Traa Running Bras: Support and warmth

January 16, 2019 // 0 Comments

Kari Traa might not be a brand you’re familiar with, but if you have shopped at Running Princess in Crovallis or Bend, you may have seen their gear. Their style is a mix of modern and Nordic, with designs that are eye-catching but not [read more...]

Listen Up: A Run Oregon review of the Under Armour Sport Wireless React

January 2, 2019 // 0 Comments

Under Armour has recently released a couple new headphones in a partnership with JBL – the Under Armour Sport Wireless React (which is a below ear headphone) and the Sport Wireless Pivot (above ear) – that are designed [read more...]

What Run Oregon is Wearing: Patagonia Peak Mission Tights

December 26, 2018 // 0 Comments

As you know, we here at Run Oregon love trying new products. In addition to finding the right gear for our training plans and lifestyle, we like to explore gear from non-traditional running companies. Sometimes, a company that has amazing hiking, [read more...]