https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4774/40848563411_c5ca46dae6_c.jpg The Heart of the Valley Triathlon and Duathlon is a great event for those wanting to try out a new adventure. Especially for those who might be a little bit nervous. As the race directors highlight online, “Keeping with the mission of Best in the West Events to include all ages and ability levels, this sprint triathlon, duathlon and kids tri is welcoming to all. Whether you are looking to do your first triathlon…
The Heart of the Valley Triathlon in Corvallis is such a great season opener for those new to triathlon and triathletes wishing to get a jumpstart on the season. I was able to compete last year and while I felt more prepared at the 2017 event, this years event was a great way to gauge training for the 2018 season. Heart of the Valley Triathlon and Duathlon is a well run and organized event. The…
As I was checking out my small bag from this past weekend’s Corvallis Half, I noticed a sheet of paper promoting the upcoming HOTV Spring Six, a unique 6k event that runs through the OSU campus on April 28th. We weren’t aware of this event, so wanted to do a quick preview on what should be a cool event. And my guess is most of us don’t have 6k PR’s yet…! Having just completed the Corvallis…
The 2018 Heart of the Valley Triathlon and Duathlon is the 30th annual running of this long standing tradition. With a 750-meter swim in the Osborn Aquatic Center indoor pool, followed by a 10.5 mile bike ride and a fast, flat run course, Heart of the Valley is a great first triathlon. Some of the most amazing kids come out to participate in the youth race. A long standing tradition nestled in the heart of…
We are lucky in Oregon, where there are many local running clubs from Ashland to Portland and everywhere in between. We’re also lucky in that there are people out there who put on free group runs, help with races, and support youth and other cause running and racing programs. Heart of the Valley Runners is one of these clubs. Much like I view Corvallis as an extremely underrated city for craft beers, it is also…
I was really excited to compete in the Heart of the Valley Triathlon in Corvallis. It’s a great event, and the weather this year, could not have been more beautiful. It was sunny and warm, perfect weather for an event. On race day, I showed up about an hour before, to pick up my packet. They were really organized, so packet pick-up was quick and painless. They offered several fabric and color options for race…
It’s Spring and my guess is you are ready for some adventures outside! If you are one of those talented athletes who likes to mix it up with some combination of running, biking, and swimming or maybe even all three, Corvallis has some options for you on April 30th with their Heart of the Valley Triathlon and Duathlon brought to you by Best In The West Events. There are even some great choices for the…
Prices for our Featured Race, the Cascade Half Marathon and 10k, go up on Christmas Day. Click here to sign up for the half for $45 and the 10k for $35 through 12/24; after that the prices jump to $60/$50! The Cascade Half is in Turner on Sunday, January 15. Another race whose earlybird pricing ends soon is the Cottage Grove Half Marathon. Scheduled for March 11, 2017, you can sign up before January 1…
