Once upon a time, the Smith Rock Ascent, from Go Beyond Racing, took place in June. Then in 2015 it moved to May. I remember this well because it was the same weekend as Mother’s Day. I volunteered on Saturday and then went on a family hike the next. Ryan Kaiser, Chris Patterson, and Rob Russell duked it out, with all 3 going under course record time. Ryan’s time still stands as the 4th fastest.…
Over in Central Oregon, where the mountains are always out and the trails go on for days, Haulin Aspen has been one of biggest trail races for years. Trail Runner Magazine even mentioned it as a premier event in the #1 top trail town, making it a massive draw for runners from all over the west. What makes this race so good is the fact that is 100% single track, which is rare for a…
With the long days of summer stretching out ahead of us, it is the perfect time to think about a running adventure with friends and family. The Cascade Lakes Relay in Central Oregon is a small enough event to feel well supported, and large enough to have distance and speed options to get more of your peoples involved. And since the experience involves the Cascade Mountains, rural countryside, and the beautiful Bend area, this challenge…
It’s not too late to sign up for a Turkey Trot this year! In fact, the Redmond Turkey Trot is here to take your late sign up, and send you a beanie and race kit in the mail! “Late To Dinner” race kits (as they’re called), also include a 1/2 off Hoodoo lift ticket and a complimentary video analysis of your running form (while supplies last). Grab the family and start Thanksgiving off right with…
Here comes Thanksgiving, like it or not…but that also means all the Thanksgiving Day races are here! Bend’s I Like Pie 5K is a Central Oregon favorite for sure, put on by the great people at Cascade Relays and FootZone. And even with the virtual nature of the run, this shouldn’t stop you from getting out there, and then enjoying a little pie! A positive side to virtual races is the fact that you can…
Looking for a fun, affordable 5K in Bend? Need a little more to while you’re here? The Royal Run 5K takes place amidst the super-fun atmosphere that is Oregon WinterFest, which is a 3 day affair offering live music, amazing food, and family fun, all in Bend. The Royal Run is definitely all about the costumes, and it benefits you to wear one, because as you make your way through the 5K course, you will…
When its frosty cold outside (like it is right now), it can be easy to imagine what a polar bear might feel like living in the arctic. What I can’t quite imagine is that bear running a 5K or 10K. On the other hand, I can totally imagine running the Polar Bear Run 5K or 10K with some friends this January. And with a starting time at 10:30am, I think I can get those friends…
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 love trying to spot a massive white letter on a yonder hill, whenever I travel, as it often reminds me of the youth and the runners in those local schools.…
http://www.rltrelays.com/images/cwr/cwr_logos/CWR_logo_RGB.gif After I moved to Portland, I spent years not having an alliance to the University of Oregon or Oregon State University. I went to college in another state, at a much smaller university that had a football team (I think). Since I was not a duck or a beaver, a friend told me I was a platypus. (Thanks Todd!) For those who are more passionately connected to one of these universities, or a running…
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 that’s saying a lot! Perhaps, much of the hype comes from the free HooDoo lift ticket that every participant receives just for signing up in advance. Additionally, there is pie. Much pie. Pie worth…
