How fast can you run? How far can you run? Now how would you handle a race where those two answers might mean a bad ending? In The Meltdown: Last Not Fast, the starting line means heading out on ta 1.5-mile dirt/bark course at Linfield College. And then 30 minutes later, you start again. And then 28 minutes after that. And then 26, 24, 22, 20 and on until there is just one runner who…
My Muddy Valentine 5K is all new for 2023! With a new location at The Plumper Pumpkin Patch and new obstacles designed by local OCR great Jeremy Kaufman, this muddy “romantic” winter obstacle course run is shaping up to be epic! Yes, February is a crazy time for an obstacle race in Portland, but every time I’ve done this in the past, it was well worth it. You are guaranteed to get mud in your…
I’m a big Obstacle Course Race (OCR) fan, but I hadn’t run Rugged Maniac since 2017! The whole week leading up to race day I was so nervous! But, as I packed my OCR bag the night before my nervousness changed to excitement. It was going to be a fun morning! I met a friend at PIR (Portland International Raceway) – where the race was being held – on a very overcast and somewhat cool…
It’s time to get your friends together for a super fun 5K Obstacle Course Race! Rugged Maniac is an awesome mix of challenging obstacles, mud, giant inflatables, and just plain fun. I can honestly say that I cannot wait for July 2nd! I have participated in several Rugged Maniac events in the past with friends and we had a blast! The 5K course is filled with a variety of obstacles of varying levels of difficulty.…
If you are looking to mix up your racing schedule, Obstacle Course Races (OCRs) are are tons of fun and guaranteed to add some crazy variety to your runs. I’m excited to share the many OCRs on tap for the 2022 season. And, of course, I’m hoping I can squeeze them all in – or at least most of them! 🙂 You’ve got a few months before the season hits, so if you aren’t strength…
The third week of May has some solid races to get to – and plenty to choose from. Don’t miss out on races from May 23 – May 29, 2022. Don’t forget to bookmark our Oregon Race Calendar! Date Race Race Company Location Region Cost Registration Link Distances 5.28.22 – 5.30.22 Stumptown Trail Runs Go Beyond Racing Portland PDX $65-100 https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=88670 Half, 50k 5.28.22 Hurricane Creek Half Joseph Eastern $25-45 https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=90373 Half, 5m, 5k 5.28.22…
We neglected to get this posted in time for this morning, but we didn’t want to miss out on showcasing local Oregon races from May 2 – May 8, 2022. Don’t forget to bookmark our Oregon Race Calendar! Date Race Race Company Location Region Cost Registration Link Distances 5.4.22 Portland Trail Series – Spring Go Beyond Racing Portland PDX $20 https://gobeyondracing.com/races/portland-trail-series/ 4-7m 5.7.22 Lost Creek Trail Runs Trail Southern Oregon $25-90 https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=92551 Ultra, 5k 5.7.22…
As a child of the 80s, I would be failing all you lovely readers if I didn’t start this race preview with a little Full House humor: Joey: Hey, kids. How’d you like to hear a Mr. Woodchuck joke? Kids: Yay! Mr. Woodchuck: Knock Knock! Kids: Who’s there? Mr. Woodchuck: Isadore. Kids: Isadore who? Mr. Woodchuck: Isadore (Is a door) made of … wood? Okay, with that out of the way, we can get on…
Welcome back to our newest preview feature, where we showcase race opportunities coming up next month. If there is any week to really kick off Race Season – this is the one! Don’t forget to bookmark our Oregon Race Calendar! Date Race Race Company Location Region Cost Registration Link Distances 3.10.22 OTC Monthly Run/Walk Series Oregon Track Club Eugene Mid-Valley $5 https://secure.getmeregistered.com/register.php?event_id=136617&c=85421&mask=85422_85423_85424_85425_85426_85427 5k 3.12.22 Lucky Leprechaun Sisters Central $35-40 https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=122974 10k, 5k 3.12.22 Goat Mountain…
The Dirty Leprechaun held at Lee Farms, will offer a LIVE 5K and 10k Mud Run. Celebrate this St. Paddy’s Day in a joyous adventure and get down and dirty with the other leprechauns on March 12th. The muddy terrain will feature 20+ different obstacles and physical challenges, all along the beautiful location that is Lee Farms. There is a virtual option as well, offering the same swag items being shipped right to your doorstep.…
