Take a Hike

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...]

Take a Hike: Neahkhanie Mountain

January 8, 2017 // 0 Comments

The one thing I really enjoy about my current job is my schedule; I have Friday’s and Saturday’s off. Friday’s for me means running errands and typing up any other loose ends. If I’m really lucky, however, Friday’s for [read more...]

Take a Hike: The 10 Essential Systems

January 4, 2017 // 0 Comments

It was the end of March and I was with a group that was planning on a summit attempt of Mt. St. Helens. Being that it was the end of March, there was a good amount of snow on the ground in the Washington area. While I was wearing clothes suitable [read more...]

Stocking Stuffer Idea: Epic Wipes (for epic lives)

December 9, 2016 // 1 Comment

I have always found filling stockings a tough task. On some level, it can be easy if you pack it full of running staples like socks, body glide, and endurance fuel packets (all great options, don’t get me wrong). But sometimes it can be [read more...]