Eugene race

Race Preview: 2019 McKenzie 50k River Trail Run (Eugene)

August 26, 2019 // 0 Comments

In the last two years, I’ve gotten into running 50ks and there’s one I keep hearing about from all the ultra runners. The 2019 McKenizie River Trail Run is now on my bucket list, and I plan to get in as soon as I’m ready for more. If you’ve [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Hack N Dash Laurelwood (Eugene)

July 30, 2019 // 0 Comments

If you enjoy golf as much as running, there’s a great event coming your way on August 11th. The 2019 Hack N Dash Laurelwood in Eugene is a fun challenge that lets you run from shot to shot of golf. This Eclectic Edge event takes place at [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Run for Civic Park (Eugene)

July 19, 2019 // 0 Comments

When you’re a runner, the person you’re the most competitive with is yourself. Embrace that at the 2019 Run For Civic Park on July 27th. This race is a little different than most, as you’ll be running 1 mile loops with progressively faster cut [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Taco Tuesday Twilight Trot series (Eugene)

July 6, 2019 // 0 Comments

Tuesdays are great when you’re stumped during meal planning, since you can always refer to “Taco Tuesday” as your inspiration for the day’s meal. Eclectic Edge has been inspired by that as well and is organizing the Taco [read more...]

Small Race Preview: Race for the Ace 5K (Springfield)

June 30, 2019 // 0 Comments

The 4th annual Race for the Ace is a poker-themed 5K fun run/walk hosted by Eclectic Edge Racing. The race benefits the Eugene-area’s PeaceHealth Children’s Miracle Network Hospital, which provides quality health care to the infants, [read more...]

Small Mid-Week Mid-Valley race previews: Twilight Trot 5k (Eugene) and Gold Rush 5k (Cottage Grove)

June 28, 2019 // 0 Comments

Due to the most common availability of racers, most races are scheduled for Saturdays and Sundays. Therefore it is nice to find some mid-week races that may work for those with less conventional work schedules, or those who would be working out in [read more...]

Small Race Preview: 2019 Eugene Father’s Day 10K and 5K Run-Walk

May 28, 2019 // 0 Comments

We love races hosted by Eclectic Edge Racing and their annual Father’s Day 10K & 5K Run/Walk is coming up in just a few short weeks! Come celebrate your Dad by running with or for him at this event, then stick around for the post-race [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Ridgeline Ramble 20K, 10K, and Relay (Eugene)

May 13, 2019 // 0 Comments

Ridgeline Ramble by Level 32 Racing on 5/24/14

The Ridgeline Ramble is another fun trail event that’s been on our radar for some time now. One of the benefits of the ramble is that they offer a 20K, 10K, and 20K relay option available for a great race with minimal prepping. Be sure to [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Bark in the Park 10K/5K/2K Run/Walk (Eugene)

April 24, 2019 // 0 Comments

The 26th annual Bark in the Park will take over Alton Baker Park in Eugene on Sunday, May 19th and it’s the perfect event for runners, walkers, kids, dogs…everyone! It’s more than a dog-friendly event, with 1,000+ dogs in [read more...]

Race Recap: Oregon Trail Runs’ 2019 Alsea Falls Spring Fling

April 6, 2019 // 0 Comments

The road was long and winding. The cell service spotty, until it failed altogether. As I drove farther away from the familiarity of I-5 and into the countryside, the mood took a turn from pre-race jitters to awe of the forest before me. As I neared [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Save the Bee 5k (Veneta)

March 13, 2019 // 0 Comments

Richardson Park on Fern Ridge Lake near Eugene is the site for the 5th annual Save The Bee 5k. This fundraising event draws attention to our honeybees and their recent struggles, and all proceeds of the race go to support Glory Bee’s [read more...]

Small Race Preview: Strides for Education Eugene 4J 6K and Salmon Creek Run (Powers, OR)

March 6, 2019 // 0 Comments

The AVID Strides for Education Eugene 4J 6K takes place on Sunday, April 7 at 2pm at the School District office, and it raises funds for continuing support of the AVID system and strategies in Eugene’s classrooms. The course of the 6k race is [read more...]

Small Race Previews: 2019 Run with the Cops 5k (Springfield) & Tri Trail Challenge (Eugene)

March 3, 2019 // 0 Comments

The inaugural 2019 Run with the Cops 5k is coming up in Springfield, OR on March 31st. This Eclectic Edge Racing event is an Oregon Law Enforcement Torch Run and it will raise funds for the Eugene/Springfield Special Olympics. It’s a great cause [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 McKenzie River Half and Bring in Spring 5K (Springfield)

February 21, 2019 // 0 Comments

Level 32 Racing is once again hosting the scenic and fast McKenzie River Half and, new for this year, is also hosting the 4th annual Bring in Spring 5K on the same day! This year the events will run on Sunday, March 24th, with the 5K as a road/trail [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Suddenly Sleepy Sleepwalk 5k (Eugene)

February 4, 2019 // 0 Comments

The Suddenly Sleepy Sleepwalk 5K is a fun event to raise awareness and funds for those affected by Narcolepsy. Don your pajamas, kid friendly cosplay, or race attire and run or walk this 5K around Alton Baker Park in Eugene. Narcolepsy is a medical [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Couples Classic 5k (Eugene)

January 10, 2019 // 0 Comments

Couples that run together, Valentines Day is approaching! If your significant other doesn’t run, this is a good day to give it a try! Saturday February 9th 2019 brings us the 42nd Michael DeRobertis Memorial Couples Classic 5000 meter Run and [read more...]

Eugene Marathon grants 20 wishes during 2nd annual 12 Days of Wishes Program [Press Release]

December 26, 2018 // 0 Comments

The 2019 Eugene Marathon races is just around the corner (April 26-28) and we thought we’d relay a cool press release about some of the things they have going on around the holidays. The Eugene Marathon’s 12 Days of Wishes program granted [read more...]

Race Preview: 2018 Jingle Bells Run (Eugene)

November 21, 2018 // 0 Comments

Eclectic Edge Racing is bringing on the holiday cheer on December 22nd for the 2018 Jingle Bells Run 5k/15k in Eugene. If you’re a runner who’s also a mom like me, family-friendly holiday races are a really fun way to get in the spirit. This [read more...]

Run the New Eugene Marathon in 2019

October 31, 2018 // 0 Comments

Post courtesy of Run Oregon reader Maiah Miller Last year I addressed Why You Need to Run the 2018 Eugene Marathon and I was not wrong. All of my tips and locations of interest for runners holds true, and this year, it’s even better. For the [read more...]

Race Preview: 2018 EWEB Run To Stay Warm 5k/10k/Half Marathon (Eugene)

October 18, 2018 // 0 Comments

Maybe you’re thinking that you’d like to get a race in before all the family and holiday plans get too hectic. The 2018 EWEB’s Run to Stay Warm features a Half Marathon, a 10k, a 5k, and a Kid’s 400 Meter Dash and it’s on the Sunday before [read more...]

Turkey Trot Preview: 2018 Turkey Trot Eugene

October 17, 2018 // 0 Comments

Thanksgiving is blaring in like a locomotive. I really can’t believe we went from July to October in the snap of some fingers. Craziness. Anyways, the positive side of that jump from summer to Thanksgiving season means [read more...]

Small Race Preview: 2018 Run with the Duck 5K (Eugene)

October 5, 2018 // 0 Comments

Hosted by Eclectic Edge Racing, the 2018 Run with the Duck 5K will be held on Sunday, November 4th at Riverfront Park in Eugene. The event is free to University of Oregon students, faculty, staff, and alumni, and $15 for community members. The [read more...]

Race Preview: 2018 Oregon Women’s Half Marathon & 5K (Eugene)

September 9, 2018 // 0 Comments

CELEBRATING & EMPOWERING WOMEN YES, MEN CAN PARTICIPATE, TOO! The race leadership from Pink Buffalo Racing are skilled at putting on an event that is more than just a race, it is a weekend adventure. And the Oregon’s Women’s Half Marathon [read more...]

Race Preview: 2018 Willamette Family 5k Run for a Cause (Eugene)

August 25, 2018 // 0 Comments

Walk for a reason or run for a cause! Come to Maurie Jacobs Park in Eugene OR (301 North Adams Street Eugene 97404) for this family friendly 5k and fundraiser on September 23rd. There will be activities for the whole family including temporary [read more...]

Race preview: 2018 Growl to Garden Road Mile (Eugene)

July 28, 2018 // 0 Comments

Road miles fill a unique niche when it comes to races. Running is a sport dominated in recent years by half and full marathons, trail running, relays, and adventure races like the Warrior Dash, with the occasional 10k and 5k mixed in. Races shorter [read more...]

(Barrels &) Kegs & Legs Winery of the Week: Silvan Ridge Winery (Also check out the Silvan Ridge Twilight 5k on August 18th!)

July 15, 2018 // 0 Comments

Imagine this. It’s a warm, clear summer Saturday evening. You are feeling tired after a long work week, but you decide to get a short run in as the skies start dimming a little bit. You don’t need a long run, just a short 3-ish miler to stay [read more...]