Take a Hike

Take a Hike…in comfort: Run Oregon reviews the Slumberjack sleeping bag and GCI Firepit Rocker

July 26, 2017 // 0 Comments

I love camping! I love just about every bit of it. One of my favorite things is to sit around the fire, whether to chat, cook food, or read a book. A nice chair makes the experience even nicer. There are many camping chairs out there, from little [read more...]

A Rasmussen in Klattermusen: A Run Oregon review of Magne Shorts

July 2, 2017 // 0 Comments

When I first came across the Swedish apparel brand Klattermusen, I remember marvelling and chuckling at the similarities in our last names. “A Rasmussen in Klattermusen” had a nice ring to it and I was eager to attempt a connection at [read more...]

Save space in your pack AND in your relay van with Therm-A-Rest sleeping gear

June 28, 2017 // 0 Comments

It’s about this time each year when I finally start getting around to updating my camping equipment (I know its late). As a father of three young kids, I don’t get into the backcountry as much as I used to. Therefore, while I am [read more...]

Take a Hike: Get yourself geared up for hiking and camping with MSR and SealLine!

April 23, 2017 // 0 Comments

I started writing this post on Saturday, April 15th, the first AMAZING day of the year. After a winter filled with snow, ice, and rain (sooooo much rain), it was hard to really even think about camping. Yeah, I know that makes me a fair weather [read more...]

Ultimate Direction’s new Fastpack line is back and better than ever! A Run Oregon review of the Fastback 35

April 17, 2017 // 1 Comment

One of the most underrated gear items I have reviewed here at Run Oregon was from way back in 2014. I was just starting to get in to some trail running and was happy to connect up with Ultimate Direction for their Fastpack 20. Of all the gear I [read more...]

Kickstarter of the Week: The Tahquitz Pack and Cabrillo Dry Bag -by BE Outfitter

March 19, 2017 // 0 Comments

If there is one thing that every Oregonian needs, it is a nice mid-size bag. I feel that the majority of us take in some excursions, both urban and rural, and are in need of a bag to pack running gear, extra clothes, healthy snacks, water, [read more...]

Take a Hike: Dog Mountain

March 3, 2017 // 4 Comments

If you’re familiar with the Columbia River Gorge you already know that the area features a plethora of great hiking options. One of the more popular hikes is Dog Mountain. At just shy of 7 miles round trip, it can be considered [read more...]

Take a Hike: VSSL Outdoor Utility Tools

February 15, 2017 // 0 Comments

Some people geek out on cars. Some people geek out on makeup products. Something I geek out on? Outdoor gear. I’m not ashamed to admit it. So when I received a couple of VSSL Outdoor Utility Tools, you better believe I was geeking out [read more...]

Take a Hike: Run Oregon’s review of the new Lems Boulder Boot Leather

February 3, 2017 // 0 Comments

Run Oregon sometimes receives products to review. In this post, Run Oregon provides some initial impressions on a pair of Lems Boulder Boots in their new leather version. We recommend checking out our initial review of the Lems Boulder Boots that [read more...]

Take a Hike: Snowshoe Boy Scout Ridge

January 22, 2017 // 2 Comments

If you’ve never gone snowshoeing, my one piece of advice to you would be: GO. NOW! The very first (and only time) I have been able to go snowshoeing was definitely an experience I won’t forget. There’s just something so peaceful [read more...]