The Black Diamond Trailogy is the 2nd in a series of 3 consecutive year trail races put on by X-Dog Events. This year’s event will start just outside of Brasada Ranch in Central Oregon and includes a 20 mile and 10 mile trail race, as well as a 5K paved run/walk. The 20 mile trail race will be run on game trails, old skid roads, dirt trails, a small amount of pavement, “and some other…
The city of Bend certainly has become synonymous with many things, including the stunning mountain views, year-round outdoor activities, a micro-brew scene unlike most any other, and a running community that continues to get bigger and bigger every year. The St Patrick’s Day Dash & Bash is a race that draws quite the crowd and has often been referred to as the massive sea of green, seen running down the street! And because of level of…
Bend OR is a well known playground in the Pacific Northwest that caters to outdoor enthusiasts. With the Oregon Winterfest, a 3 day celebration starting on February 15th, they have numerous activities, including the Royal Run 5K and a special Hot Cocoa run for the kids. The Royal Run will take place along the Deschutes River on groomed trails and pavement. Starting at noon, it is perfect for the more casual runner that prefers to…
Central Oregon Running Klub (CORK) puts on a winter time fun running series called Hot Chocolate Runs. On the second Sunday of each month, November through February, come join running enthusiasts on a 5 or 7 mile, low key group run. This is great for all running abilities. Both walkers and runners are welcome, and no one gets left behind. Each participant is offered hot chocolate, coffee, and treats after. The start and finish line is at…
If you have ever wanted to do an ultramarathon without the pressure of times, cut-offs and formality or if you just want to get in a long run with some awesome folks in a beautiful location, MAD Ass Run in Madras, Oregon on January 26, 2019 is the race for you. This race is super casual and offers a 25K and 50K option, however, you can also run any distance you like with an out…
Down in Bend, where the air is thinner and the temps get a little frigid this time of year, Footzone running store puts on a host of fun events to keep people moving, while also encouraging the joy of the running community in Central Oregon. I have always enjoyed the laid back atmosphere of group runs from the store, whether it be a good form running clinic, a half marathon training group, or just a…
Run Oregon had a few bloggers out for Alpine Running‘s Run The Rock at Smith Rock State Park. Read on for their accounts, then go here for the 2018 results, here for the 50M/50K photos, and here for the half marathon photos! Bobi Jo: Less than a week has passed and we’re still on our runner’s high over here at Run Oregon from our weekend spent at Smith Rock! It was a full on adventure, with the 50M and 50K…
For many runners, the season tends to end when the weather changes from warm to cold, from dry to wet, or from ideal to disgusting. And yet, every year there are dozens of solid local races where the elements become the biggest part of the race. Now in its 7th year, the Canyon Rumble Frozen Half is just such an event. In the past 6 races, there have been ideal conditions, such as clear skies and mid-50’s…
If you live in (or will be visiting) Central Oregon for Thanksgiving, consider these great events to work off some of the holiday food! The I Like Pie 5K and Redmond Turkey Trot 5K or 10K are both on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 22nd. The I Like Pie 5K is once again hosted by FootZone of Bend and will be in the Old Mill District. The event has a new course design to help with congestion…
So how did the race go? You never know how an inaugural race will end up going. Sometimes, there are major changes the next year and a lot of “well, we didn’t anticipate THAT” sort of moments. But having done a lot of Hood To Coast events in the past, everyone on our team felt pretty confident that the race organizers would get this one right. Nikki’s Final Thoughts: I had the pleasure of running…
