The Ruff torch has been passed from Alpine Running to the race director at the newly formed Elevated Trail Racing (they also host the Oakridge Triple Summit Challenge every fall). Not much about The Ruff has changed – the distance may be short at just about 7 miles, but packs in 3,000 feet of climbing…in the first 3 miles! Then the final 4 is all descent. If you’ve done Dog Mountain as a hike or…
Ready for boot camp? If you feel a bit like it’s “been there, done that” with races now that you’re up and literally running again, it might be worth considering the 2021 RISE Troops Challenge in Bend. This event, held by Rise Events, will be on October 9th this year and it’s not your typical obstacle race. This event honors those who serve or have served in the military, and the challenges are all based…
Hippie Chick Half Marathon has been a tradition for female (and even some male) runners for many years! This year, the Hippie Chick Half Marathon will feature both an in-person half marathon, quarter marathon, and a 5k, as well as virtual options as well. The course for the in person event will take place at Ron Tonkin Field, with each distance featuring flat and scenic views. This year, the race limited to 1000 people and…
It had been over 14 months since my last in-person race, but the night before jitters were as familiar as ever. Packing my bag for the Couve Clover Run in Vancouver was like dusty out the back of a closet I hadn’t seen in years. What clothes should I wear? What snacks should I take? What podcasts and songs should I download? And how early did that alarm really have to go off? I signed…
Last spring, races around St Patrick’s Day were among the first to be canceled due to the developing public health crisis, and now twelve months later, the Couve Clover Run is among the first races to offer in-person options again for the annual event. The 2021 Couve Clover Run by Why Racing Events takes place on Sunday, March 21st, 9-11am in beautiful downtown Vancouver. Participants have several options for this event sure to fit your…
RISE Troops Challenge is an obstacle course race (OCR) based on actual military tasks and challenges. This year the theme is honoring those who gave all – military, first responders, health care workers, and those lost during the pandemic. Originally scheduled for Memorial Day, this event has been rescheduled to October 17. This will be a live event at Wanoga Snow Park in Bend with special precautions being taken. RISE Troops Challenge will be run…
Run With Paula is back with another unique virtual race series that just kicked off on August 3. It’s a series of four races, each of which are to be run within their designated week, and involve two of my favorite things: running and Rogue beers. Here’s how it works: You register and then run. Easy peasy! While RWP has created routes to bring you the best of both running and beer with views of…
**GIVEN THE UNCERTAINTY OF THINGS DUE TO COVID-19, PLEASE NOTE THAT WE ARE PREVIEWING THIS RACE AS IF IT IS STILL OCCURRING . WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO FOLLOW THESE RACES ON SOCIAL MEDIA OR THEIR WEBSITES TO DETERMINE IF CHANGES ARE BEING MADE** If you’re planning a “green” run for St. Paddy’s Day this year, the 6th Annual 2020 Couve Clover Run in Vancouver will be taking place on Sunday, March 22nd. This Why Racing…
If it feels like The Ruff just made its debut, you’re not mistaken! Back in October, this challenging event up Dog Mountain burst onto the race scene and now it’s back again as an early season opener! Our friends at Alpine Running are back in the Gorge with The Ruff on March 15th, so I hope you’ve gotten in some good hill training to make the most of it! It’s a shorty, but don’t be…
You’ve probably heard about Dog Mountain. There’s a good chance you’ve hiked Dog Mountain. But, have you ever run Dog Mountain? The Ruff is your chance to challenge your legs and lungs as you climb 3 miles (a 3000 foot elevation gain) and then run down the trail, quads burning, for 4 miles. And don’t forget the scenery along the way. You’ll have views of the Columbia River, Mt. Hood, and Mt. St. Helens as…
