Running Gear

What Run Oregon is Trying: Petzl Bindi Ultra-light rechargeable headlamp

October 6, 2018 // 0 Comments

We are headed into the fall running season, which is bittersweet. Cooler temps can lead to PRs, but dark, rainy runs can be a big motivational drain! When my alarm goes off on a workday it’s still dark outside, and certainly if I try to get up [read more...]

What Run Oregon is Trying: Coast Rechargeable Wide Angle headlamp

October 2, 2018 // 0 Comments

Whoever invented the rechargeable headlamp is a genius. As a runner who has been on many runs before the sun came up, I feel I can attest to the opinion that it’s pretty important to have a light that’s going to last. I’ve owned headlamps that [read more...]

What Run Oregon is Trying: Suunto Spartan Trainer Wrist HR Watch

September 16, 2018 // 0 Comments

I remember the “good old days” where you didn’t need a watch to get out the door for a run. Someday maybe I’ll tell my kids about the days when you needed an uncomfortable chest strap to track your heart rate, a clunky pedometer to track [read more...]

What Run Oregon is Trying: Jabra Elite Active 65t headphones

September 15, 2018 // 0 Comments

It’s probably not the healthiest of habits, but I wear headphones pretty consistently throughout the day. In general, I listen in this order: Favorite live radio webstream (from the east coast) when I wake up in the morning and go to work [read more...]

What Run Oregon is Trying: Shammy Towel by Rumpl

August 30, 2018 // 0 Comments

When I hear the word “shammy”, I tend to think of this guy. My mind immediately goes toward those bright orange squares that help get your cars clean. I have used these and they do a surprisingly admirable job even with their unsightly [read more...]

What Run Oregon is Trying: StrideBox (DISCOUNT CODE)

August 22, 2018 // 0 Comments

Are you ever in a rut trying to find the perfect gift for your “runner friend/spouse?” Or maybe you are someone who likes to try new and different products? StrideBox is the perfect gift for yourself or your bestie runner partner! [read more...]

What Run Oregon is Wearing: Naked Running Band

July 24, 2018 // 1 Comment

In the world of distance running, especially long distances where carrying fuel is critical to success, there are just a few ways for runners to do so. Those options are vests, backpacks and belts, and the selection for any of these choices is [read more...]

What Run Oregon is Wearing: Feetures Socks

July 20, 2018 // 0 Comments

If you are one of my clients or running partners or really anyone that spends a significant amount of time around me, you know that I am SUPER particular about my running socks. I have severe running sock issues. Probably my biggest pet peeve is [read more...]

What Run Oregon is Wearing: Cadence Insoles

July 12, 2018 // 0 Comments

So I’ve been running for a year and half now and I’ve had many realizations – one being that I might need to try insoles. I’ve often been told by my fellow runner friends that good insoles could help with my shin issues I [read more...]

What Run Oregon is Wearing: SunGod Sunglasses

July 11, 2018 // 0 Comments

There are two types of sunglass people that I know of: 1) the ones who lose them and break them every season, have numerous pairs because they’re always misplaced, and don’t (and shouldn’t) spend more than $30 on a pair because [read more...]

Running in Sunglasses: District Vision Makes it Possible!

July 4, 2018 // 0 Comments

When it comes to sunglasses and running, I have to admit that I had completely given up on the combination. Things would start out just fine until I begin to sweat. Then it was a constant battle to keep my sunglasses from sliding off my face. [read more...]

What Run Oregon is Trying: Sweat Rush Insulated Water Bottle

June 20, 2018 // 0 Comments

I’m horrible about drinking water, which is bad news if you are a long distance runner. But I love insulated water bottles because I like my water cold, and if I keep forgetting to drink it, it’s a great benefit. The website for the Sweat Rush [read more...]

What Run Oregon is Wearing: CurrexSole Review

June 15, 2018 // 0 Comments

I am a runner who chooses to wear insoles while running and at work. I stand all day long, and insoles have really helped my feet pain over the last few years. When given an opportunity to try out currexSole, I jumped at the chance. I’ve tried [read more...]

Run Oregon is Kickin’ It in HOKA ONE ONE Elevon

June 5, 2018 // 0 Comments

Over the past years I have struggled with Achilles tendinitis and Plantar Fasciitis, so switching to a new shoe is always a little scary. However, I had heard so many good reports about HOKA ONE ONE that I was excited to try out the HOKA Elevon from [read more...]

The Skye is the limit: A Run Oregon review of Skye Mountain Co. headwear (GIVEAWAY)

May 4, 2018 // 0 Comments

Joe: I love baseball caps. I actually don’t wear them that often, but my love of cool logos, graphics, and insignias has led me to accumulate a large collection of hats. In addition to various favorite sports teams’ caps, current and historic [read more...]

What Run Oregon is Wearing: Columbia Montrail Neck Gaiters

April 24, 2018 // 1 Comment

When Columbia and Montrail partnered up in 2006 it might have spelled the end to an iconic trail running brand and yet, the two companies have managed to put out some very high quality shoes and gear over the years that holds up to the abuse of the [read more...]

What Run Oregon is Wearing: Ultimate Direction Ultra Vesta 4.0 (hydration pack)

April 3, 2018 // 0 Comments

“Pack light” is a philosophy I’ve preferred when running pretty much always. I’ve never liked running with music on an armband, a water bottle strapped to my hand, or a phone or electrolytes in a waist pack. Less is more and I don’t like [read more...]

Running Happy in Brooks from head to toe!

March 31, 2018 // 0 Comments

I recently had the chance to test an entire new outfit from Brooks Running, and – spoiler alert – I am loving it! Switching to new shoes is always a little bit scary for me, especially since in the past I have had some heel injuries [read more...]

What Run Oregon is Wearing: Buff Pro Run Cap and UV Multi-Functional Headwear

March 27, 2018 // 0 Comments

While you may think all running caps are created equal, BUFF just might prove you wrong. While the Women’s Pro Run Cap may look typical, it is surprisingly lightweight. It is so lightweight, I was actually worried about it flying off of my [read more...]

Challenge Yourself: A Run Oregon Review of the Fun Run Box

March 19, 2018 // 0 Comments

Subscriptions boxes of every imaginable theme are available today. But, something about the Fun Run Box piqued my interest. I just had to try it! And I’m glad I did. It definitely did not disappoint. I received a box from the Challenge [read more...]

More pockets means less accessories: A Run Oregon review of FlipBelt Crops

March 17, 2018 // 0 Comments

You’ve probably used or at least heard of FlipBelt, “the original tubular belt that revolutionized running waist packs.” But, did you know they now make FlipBelt Crops? This mid-rise athletic legging has the FlipBelt built right [read more...]

What Run Oregon is Wearing: Yaktrax (part 2)

February 24, 2018 // 2 Comments

I had a pair of Yaktrax Run’s sitting in my Amazon shopping cart last winter when the snow finally started to melt and I opted to wait on them. I had a hard time justifying buying a pair of traction cleats for my shoes in a state that [read more...]

What Run Oregon is Wearing: Naked Running Band

January 11, 2018 // 1 Comment

Some of us runners like to carry as little as we can while we run. The problem is that sometimes it’s necessary, especially on the longer journeys. Suddenly you need a place for water, keys, electrolytes in some form, and whatever else you can’t [read more...]

Rockin’ out to the Jaybird Freedom2 with SpeedFit

December 28, 2017 // 0 Comments

It happened to me the other day… one of the most obnoxious and run-killing things that can happen…my playlist got stuck repeating one song over and over and over again. I was in the groove and it happened mid-run. The second time the song [read more...]

What Run Oregon is Wearing: Night Trek 270 Tactical Shoe Lights

December 24, 2017 // 0 Comments

I consider it my personal responsibility to make myself visible when I run in the dark. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve cringed (and maybe spoken some choice words under my breath) when I’ve seen a runner/walker/bicyclist out there in [read more...]

DEAL ALERT! A Run Oregon review Jabra Elite Sport Headphones ($100 off!)

December 19, 2017 // 0 Comments

Jabra Elite Sport – wireless headphones for your basic headphone needs (music, podcasts, phone calls) and an integrated fitness app for the athletic, yet nerdy, folks. I fall somewhere in the middle – I’m a distance runner and [read more...]