The 6th annual Shotgun Trail Blast (and second event in the Run Big Trail Series) is hosted by Level 32 Racing and will be held on Saturday, April 7, 2017. Per usual, the event will feature a 50K, 25K, 10K and 5K in Marcola – a few miles on the outskirts of Eugene. The base for each event is a 5.2 mile loop (5K-ers will do an out and back; we promise it’s not a…
If you are going to run a mud run, you expect mud. Well, let me tell you, the Hagg Mud Run 25K did NOT disappoint on that factor this year. With snow coming down on the morning of the race, it was slated to be a chilly and wet course. The race kicked off with a loop around the parking lot and then up and around the road before heading into the trails. This allowed…
Winter has been rather gentle this year, leading to a season of training in less gear than is usual for the grey months. Chance timing had it return with a vengeance coinciding in an apt fashion for this years Hagg Lake Mud Runs on February 18th, put on by the ORRC. Not currently in active marathon training at the moment, this was to be the longest run in months for me, and the mud, clay,…
by Teri Smith, Co-Race Director In a few short weeks, runners will once again be making the trip around the shores of Hagg Lake during the 17th annual Hagg Mud Runs – 50k and 25k trail runs put on since 2002 by the Oregon Road Runners Club. Founded by Scott Diamond, Randy Christian and Rick Klocke, the Hagg Mud race is one of the oldest ultras in the state. The three inaugural race directors hoped…
If you like casual, small, and cold runs, check out the 2018 Madras MadAss events on January 27, 2018. They are low-key, non-timed, self-supported runs where everyone is just out for the adventure. It’s a really great time and a great way to explore central Oregon! This 2018 event is the 13th anniversary Mad Ass and you can choose to run the 25k or a 50k. The loop east into the grasslands will be changed to…
OK, Speedsters – this upcoming race is for you. The Volkslaufe 25KM Championship Run is the USATF-Oregon Association 25km championship. This means not just status, but prize money for the top 3 overall men and women! And, if you prefer a 5K fun run, you have that option as well. Both distances will start and finish at the Jackson County Expo in Central Point. The 25K will be well-supported with water stations at 5, 10,…
Operation Jack Run Northwest is a “choose your own mileage” type of race. You can choose to run a short distance up to 13 miles, a half marathon, a “tweener” which is any distance between a half and 26 miles, a marathon or an ultra-marathon (anything over 26.2 miles). Steve Walters who is well known in the N.W. racing community and his Marathon Maniacs buddies are once again hosting this amazing event for autism awareness. If you are…
BURRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR! A race called the Frozen Trail Run Fest must be pretty cool right?! Well, in addition to frozen, you may also get wet and muddy, so expect a be aware of that. Level 32 Racing is putting on this great event that consists of several loops making up distances from 5k to 50k. The 5k will do the Summit Loop just going straight up – from 1.3 to 1.9, the course essentially goes straight up…
The Echo Sage Trail Run is held annually in the small town of Echo in eastern Oregon. There is something for everyone, as they offer a 5K, 10K, 25K, or 50K run options. The event begins at the foothills of the Blue Mountains and the trail runs south about 20 miles, just short of the Oregon Trail, to the Umatilla River. The course, while not technical, still offers some moderate hills, but an overall nice, rolling…
The Condor 25k Trail Run is such a sweet run – in every sense of the word. ‘Sweet’ as in awesome trails, great vibe, and perfect weather. ‘Sweet’ as in the perfect distance; a great intro to trail running but a good challenge for the seasoned regulars. ‘Sweet’ as in a good cause for to help a great community. This year’s event will be held on Sunday, October 1, 2017. This event is held annually in memory…
