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How to Prepare for Single-Day Relays

April 10, 2019 // 0 Comments

Relays are becoming more and more popular, and for good reason. We at Run Oregon are preparing for a number of them, most notably the Gorgeous Portland Pub Relay on Saturday, May 18. These events being together all of the aspects of running that [read more...]

Race Recap: 2018 Starlight Run (Portland)

June 7, 2018 // 0 Comments

Since the Starlight Run was my very first 5K eight years ago, I was so excited to be back again this year with my friend Yevette for her first race. We had been training for this event since January with one or two runs together every week. The [read more...]

Small Race Preview: 2018 Medford Rotary Prom Run

April 1, 2018 // 0 Comments

The Medford Rotary Prom Run is the newest run in Oregon this Spring as it is brand new this year! Imagine a fun-spirited event that mixes formal wear, tuxedos, corsages and running shoes! Sounds like a good time to me! This event will begin [read more...]

Race Preview: 2017 Kevin’s Cup 8K Trail Run (West Linn)

October 18, 2017 // 0 Comments

Are you itching to hit the trails this fall? The 26th annual Kevin’s Cup 8K Trail Run is just around the corner. The website states, “This nasty lil’ trail serves up a variety of challenges… mud, creeks, trails, brutal ankle twisting [read more...]

Running in Costume: Testing Your Costume (Part 3)

November 28, 2016 // 0 Comments

This series was initially published by us in 2013 – prior to us moving over to our current web format. Maryalicia was a costume-running guru, and with the Holiday Half coming up, we thought we would re-post these through November. Check out [read more...]

Running in Costume: Choosing and Deciding on Your Costume (Part 2)

November 21, 2016 // 0 Comments

This series was initially published by us in 2013 – prior to us moving over to our current web format. Maryalicia was a costume-running guru, and with the Holiday Half coming up, we thought we would re-post these through November. So now [read more...]

Race Preview: 2016 Run Like Hell Half Marathon, 10K & 5K & Kids Race (Portland, Or)

October 10, 2016 // 0 Comments

Lately the air has that signature fall chill to it and the leaves are mushy under foot due to the rainy PNW weather. It’s time to start planning your costume (if you haven’t already) in the anticipation of parties and trick-or-treating. October [read more...]

Holiday Race Previews: 2016 Day of the Dead (Talent) and Trick or Treat, Monster Feet (Newport)

September 30, 2016 // 0 Comments

Coming on October 22nd are two holiday-themed races in 2 different parts of Oregon. Choose from Southern Oregon or the Oregon Coast for one of these festive [read more...]

Race Preview: 2016 Hero Up Half Marathon and 5K Run on September 3rd

August 15, 2016 // 0 Comments

Hero Up Half Marathon and 5K Run will take place at Cook Park in Tigard on Saturday, September 3rd at 7:30am and 8:30am, respectively. Not only does this event give you a fun excuse to dress up as your favorite superhero or villain, all of the [read more...]

Race Preview: 2016 Community Action Superhero Dash

April 28, 2016 // 0 Comments

Dust off your superhero costume, gather your sidekicks, climb into the Batmobile, and head to Salem for the Community Action Superhero Dash on May 14. This costume-themed run is for all ages and species (in other words, your super dog is welcome at [read more...]

Race Preview: OAC Corvallis Turkey Trot 11/26/15 (Corvallis, Ore.)

November 5, 2015 // 0 Comments

I’m a huge fan of the myriad Thanksgiving, family friendly events that occur on Thanksgiving day. Corvallis will be hosting a 5k, 10k, and Little Gobblers’ 1k dash on Thursday, November 26. Events being at 8 a.m. The OAC Corvallis Turkey [read more...]

Race Preview: 2015 Run2Survive

October 2, 2015 // 0 Comments

Costume runs have become more varied and plentiful, but the ones that really grab my interest happen around Halloween. Specifically, those with an undead theme. The relatively new concept of zombies chasing survivors while running a 5K with [read more...]

Race Preview: Runaway Pumpkin Half Marathon 10/17/15 (Lebanon, Ore.)

September 19, 2015 // 0 Comments

I’ve had the pleasure of participating in the Runaway Pumpkin Half Marathon three times. It is an absolutely incredible event. Not only is it a benefit for ABC House … not only does the race have a costume contest … not only does [read more...]

Race Preview: 2015 Light of Hope CASA 5K/10K Superhero Run – Bend, OR

March 22, 2015 // 0 Comments

Have you ever wanted to dress up like a Teenaged Mutant Ninja Turtle, throw on a fanny pack, don a cape, wear a bright red wig and then run a race? Excellent, your opportunity is here! The Light of Hope 5K/10K is a Superhero Run and the goal is to [read more...]

Race Preview: 5th Annual St Patrick’s Day Dash in Bend

February 18, 2015 // 0 Comments

Have you ever wondered if the people in Ireland watch on TV as we crazy Americans participate in running races, all while donning gaudy costumes dressed as leprechauns, and think to themselves, “why don’t they just skip right to the beer [read more...]

Race Preview: Holiday Half and 5k (Portland)

November 22, 2014 // 0 Comments

The 5th annual Holiday Half and 5k will take place on Sunday, December 13th. This event sells out every year, so if you still want to get in, be quick! Online registration is projected to close on Monday, November [read more...]

Holiday Races, Jingle Jogs, and Reindeer Runs Round Up Blog (with the New Year’s Runs inluded)

November 12, 2014 // 0 Comments

Once Thanksgiving Day races are done, the next holiday race season will just be around the corner! This season is one of my favorites because of all the holiday goodness, treats, carols, and the gift of running. I especially love it because wearing [read more...]

Race Recap: Run Like Hell Half Marathon

November 8, 2014 // 0 Comments

I had been DYING to do this year’s Run Like Hell half marathon. I saw the adorable medal, which fit perfectly with the “Under the Sea” theme, and was just too cute for words. I was sooooooooo excited to get an entry through Run [read more...]

Race Recap – Terrapin’s Run Like Hell 10k (Portland)

October 31, 2014 // 0 Comments

When I woke up bright and early on Sunday morning, it was dark, cold, and I heard the rain pounding against the window. Signing up for Terrapin’s Run Like Hell had seemed like a good idea back in August when it was warm and dry… So I [read more...]

Thanksgiving Day Races and Turkey Trots Round Up Blog

October 19, 2014 // 3 Comments

Autumn is just around the color and (I feel) is one of the best times of the year! To run as the leaves are changing from green to gold is an experience like no other. Appreciating the fall foliage is not the only reason to enjoy the change in [read more...]

Race Preview: Monster Dash Run for Your Life 5k Run 10k Run Veterans Benefit

September 24, 2014 // 0 Comments

I have to start out by saying I love Halloween. It’s truly my favorite holiday. When I grow up (snicker) I want to have that one house in the neighborhood that is completely decked out and people will come from all over to see. Graveyard in the [read more...]

Race Preview: Run Like Hell Half Marathon/10k/5k (Portland)

September 15, 2014 // 0 Comments

September is here, leaves are starting to turn pretty colors, and pumpkin flavored drinks are available at coffee shops. Which means it is high time to register for your fall races! A fun fall and Halloween tradition is Terrapin’s Run Like [read more...]

Race Preview: Dirty Duck 5k Eugene

August 20, 2014 // 0 Comments

Are you a Duck Fan? Are you a runner? Then this is the race for you! The Dirty Duck 5K; a run/walk put on by Duck fans for Duck [read more...]

The Costumed Runner Blog: 2014 Superhero Fun Run

August 13, 2014 // 0 Comments

Run Oregon guest blogger Mel Ortiz is our resident “Costumed Runner”. She writes a monthly post about her adventures in running. Feel free to Submit a Guest Post in the “Contact Us” tab if you want to get involved. Pre-Race [read more...]

The Costumed Runner Blog: 2014 Starlight Parade

July 14, 2014 // 0 Comments

Pre-Race It all started when I found out about an awesome handmade costume worn by a mystery woman at a run in Disneyland. She was dressed in this towering “Kevin” costume from the Disney/Pixar beloved movie “UP” from 2009. After tracking [read more...]

Recap: The Starlight Run 5K – Bringing the Crowd Energy UP!

June 3, 2014 // 0 Comments

About 8,500 runners finished the The Legacy Health Starlight 5K Run, the largest Fun Run 5K in Portland on May 31, 2014! The Lincoln High School Field Track started filling up at 5pm, and only got busier as participants, family, and friends perused [read more...]