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onAugust 22, 2025

Never a Dull Moment: The Excitement of the Boring Marathon, Half-Boring Half-Marathon, and Constantly Boring 8K

The race might be Boring, but it’s for a great cause! Okay, this race will probably be anything other than boring but who can help putting a…

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Matt Rasmussen

onJune 19, 2025

OMG! FWIW, the Siskiyou Out Back (SOB) is Just Around the Corner FYI

Gosh. I sure wish I could participate in this event! For 26 awesome years, the Siskiyou Out Back Trail Running Festival, lovingly referred to…

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Matt Rasmussen

onApril 14, 2025

From Pavement to Pints: Running High at the 2025 Bridge to Brews

It had been a long time since I ran one of Portland’s staple events—Bridge to Brews. My last go at it was way back when they used to close…

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Matt Rasmussen

onMarch 5, 2025

Bring in Spring with Bling at the 2025 Bridge to Brews

The iconic Bridge to Brews returned last year, and we were extremely excited for its return. Times and eras change and, while we were sad to…

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Matt Rasmussen

onFebruary 22, 2025

Shamrock Half Marathon Run Fest: A Tradition That Runs Deep

As I reflect on my journey as a runner, Shamrock Run Portland has become woven into the fabric of my heart. It was my first major running…

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Matt Rasmussen

onDecember 13, 2024

White River Snowshoe: Unleashing the Winter Adventure on Mt. Hood

All runners have a race “bucket list”, right?! That group of events that they are planning for and desperately want to add to…

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Matt Rasmussen

onApril 6, 2024

Bridge to Brews: New Look, New Management, and Unbeatable Springtime Vibes

In case you missed it, the iconic Bridge to Brews is back with a fresh perspective under new management, and they are gearing up to deliver…

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Matt Rasmussen

onFebruary 17, 2024

Shamrock Run Portland: Unleash the Green Spirit in Downtown Portland!

Shamrock Run Portland is not just a run; it’s an enduring tradition, a celebration of resilience, and a testament to the spirit of the…

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Matt Rasmussen

onJanuary 28, 2024

Frosty Footprints: Navigating the Snow Lover’s Loop Snowshoe Race

If you are a lover of snow, check out the Snow Lovers Loop snowshoe race at Odell Lake Lodge and Resort. The 2024 event is pushed back a few…

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Run Oregon Guest Blogger

onJanuary 6, 2024

Love on the Beach: 2024 RUN LOVE RUN

If you love the beach, check out this race. If you love someone in your life, bring them along as your running or walking partner for this…

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