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Race Preview: 2020 Cascade Half and 10k January 19th (Turner)

December 2, 2019 // 0 Comments

Have you started your 2020 list of races yet? I know I have and Cascade Half is on my list! Cascade also has a 10k and 2 miler for those not interested in the half marathon! This race interests me because I love getting in a good race to start my [read more...]

Race Review: 2019 Eola Hills “No Hills” 5k and 10k (Rickreall)

November 29, 2019 // 0 Comments

Saturday, November 16th was a foggy fall morning. I got up ready to run Eola Hills “no hills” 5k. Because the race is less than six miles from my front door, I decided to run to the race as a warm up. I had planned on doing a long run [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Canyon Rumble Frozen Half/10K/5K (Madras)

November 9, 2019 // 0 Comments

If you have had the distinction of running the Canyon Rumble, you know all about the infamous “M” hill. The massive M stands for Madras, of course, and like one might see in many towns across the country, it represents the local high school. I [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Redmond Turkey Trot 5K/10K

November 5, 2019 // 0 Comments

It’s year 3 for the Redmond Turkey Trot, and if this year is anything like last year, be prepared for an outrageous turnout. In fact, last year’s event was more well attended than any other Thanksgiving running event in Central Oregon…and [read more...]

Race Recap: 2019 Tamale Trot 5K/10K (Salem)

October 31, 2019 // 2 Comments

This has been my 4th time running the Tamale Trot and this was also the 4th year that Friends of Pimpollo has put it on. Each year the race has grown as has the energy with it. As always, the race proceeds go to benefit the organization whose goal [read more...]

Race Recap: 2019 Spirit of Oregon Half Marathon (Salem)

October 18, 2019 // 1 Comment

After missing this race last year, I was fortunate enough to not have any vacations planned this time and was able to run the half marathon. Last year they combined the ever popular High Street Hustle with the Spirit of Oregon run and continued that [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Storm King Trail Runs (Bend)

September 28, 2019 // 0 Comments

Last year, Super Dave Thomason, of SuperFit Productions, (re)introduced Bend to a new set of trail races. Formerly known as the Down & Dirty Half, the Storm King Half was met with great feedback following its inaugural year. More than just the [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Bigfoot 10K (Bend)

September 24, 2019 // 0 Comments

Labeled as Bend’s oldest, and fastest, 10K race, the Bigfoot 10K has seen a few changes in recent years, including a new course last year. Runners will enjoy the paved bike path that winds downhill from the Cascades Lakes Welcome Center, [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Champions Run For Heroes (McMinnville) – THIS WEEKEND

September 12, 2019 // 0 Comments

McMinnville may be a bit off the beaten path, but located about 30 minutes south of Sherwood on 99W, there are a couple fun races in this city. One of the best, benefiting local causes and put on by the nonprofit See Ya Later Foundation, is the [read more...]

Race Preview : 2019 Crush Cancer 5K/10K/Half Marathon (Terrebonne)

September 6, 2019 // 0 Comments

The 7th annual Crush Cancer Run in Terrebonne is right around the corner, which includes a family-friendly trail run 5K, 10K, or half marathon, all hosted by Faith Hope & Charity Vineyards. As always, all proceeds go to benefit the Fred [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Rotary Multi-Sport Riverfest (Salem)

September 5, 2019 // 0 Comments

With September already quickly approaching (bye August, already?!) that means that the Rotary Multi-Sport Riverfest is coming back! This year they’re kicking it off with a triathlon, duathlon, 10k, 5k, and 1k family run. For the triathlon and [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Cottage Grove Half Marathon

September 2, 2019 // 0 Comments

One of my favorite races in 2018 was the Cottage Grove Half! I knew last year I would be back for 2019 too! I’ll be lining up with other runners (and walkers) on Saturday September 14th on the Row River Trail behind Dorena School. This is a [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Canby Dahlia Run

August 15, 2019 // 1 Comment

The central Willamette Valley may be one of the nicest areas to run, generally with moderate temperatures and scenic views along with the freedom from hassles that go with less population density. Canby is no exception, a smaller town south of the [read more...]

Race Preview & DISCOUNT: 2019 Spirit of Oregon Half Marathon and High Street Hustle 5k and 10k (Salem)

August 4, 2019 // 0 Comments

Spirit of Oregon Half Marathon and The High Street Hustle 5k and 10k have joined forces for a single event – this October. It’s going to be something worth coming out to experience yourself, starting AND ending at Salem’s capital [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Deschutes Dash Multi-Sport Event (Bend)

July 2, 2019 // 0 Comments

Deschutes Dash in Bend is back for its 16th year, with the same great events it hasbecome known for, including both an Olympic distance triathlon and a sprint triathlon, as well as a 10K and 5K run. All events take place on the same day, with all [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Strawberry Fields Forever Ultra and 10k (North Bonneville, WA)

June 2, 2019 // 0 Comments

If you know your Beatles music, you know the lyrics to this song. Interestingly, one of the best lines (in my opinion) is in the first verse. John Lennon writes “Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see…” In the world [read more...]

Small Central Oregon Race Previews: Dog Gone Run 5K/10K (Redmond) & Run For The Birds 5K (Sunriver)

May 22, 2019 // 0 Comments

Dogs. Birds. All the animals! If you love dogs, birds, or any animal for that matter,chances are you will be benefitting them as you participate in either of these events. The Dog Gone Run in Redmond is a 5K, 10K, or 1 mile fun walk, all designed [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Capital FC Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K Runs (Salem)

May 17, 2019 // 0 Comments

Capital Futbol Club is back at it again with their annual half marathon, 10K and 5K races. These races have a special place in my heart due to the fact that I grew up playing soccer with the club, back when it was called Salem United Soccer Club and [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Miles on Memorial (Eugene)

May 8, 2019 // 0 Comments

If you’re looking to get a solid race in on Memorial Day, look no further than Eclectic Edge Racing’s Miles on Memorial. Taking place at Alton Baker Park on May 27, 2019, the chip timed event will feature a 5k, 10k, 15k, and 3-person [read more...]

Small Race Preview: 2019 Prineville Hotshot Memorial Run (5K/10K)

April 22, 2019 // 2 Comments

For 25 years, the Wildland Firefighter Foundation has paid tribute to 14 hotshot firefighters that lost their lives in a terrible tragedy. Hundreds of thousands of dollars have been raised over that time, thanks to the Prineville Hotshot Memorial [read more...]

Small Race Preview: 2019 Run for Recovery 5K/10K (Redmond)

April 7, 2019 // 0 Comments

For 2019, the Redmond Alano Club says, May the Fourth Be With You! The Run for Recovery happens to fall on the 4th this year, and with it comes the opportunity to seize on a popular phrase. The Run for Recovery is a 10K/5K/Kids run that takes [read more...]

Eastern Oregon Small Race Previews: 2019 Steps to Success 5K/10K (Hermiston) & Truffle Shuffle 5K/10K (Baker City)

March 30, 2019 // 0 Comments

Hermiston and Baker City are certainly not right next to each other, at least not close enough to make both of these events. But which ever one you choose, you will find a real sense of small town appeal and fun in either city, not to mention a real [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Paddy Pint Run (Prineville) – NEW FEATURED EVENT

February 18, 2019 // 0 Comments

For its 6th annual race, the Paddy Pint Run folks have added a 10K to help spread out their growing numbers. For a race that benefits the Tooth Taxi and the Crook County Foundation, that takes place in a town of less than 10,000 people, the Paddy [read more...]

Small Race Preview: 2019 Freeze Your Gizzard Blizzard 3K/5K/10K (The Dalles)

December 15, 2018 // 0 Comments

As most of you probably know, running in Oregon in January can be a bit frosty, especially in the gorge where the wind is known to have teeth. However, we aren’t going to let frozen eyebrows and ice-cold fingertips slow us down, right?! The fine [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Frostbite Run (Talent)

December 5, 2018 // 0 Comments

2019 is fast approaching, much like a runner going downhill with no way to stop. Soon, it will be here and it will bring New Years races galore!! One such race is the Frostbite 5K/10K in Talent, which is tucked right between Medford and Ashland, in [read more...]

Race Preview: 2018 Canyon Rumble Frozen Half (Madras)

November 13, 2018 // 0 Comments

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. [read more...]