Mud, Sweat, and BBQ – What More Could You Ask For?
You may have noticed that obstacle course races (OCRs) in the Portland area are becoming fewer and farther between. If you’re like me…
My Muddy Valentine – All New for 2023!
My Muddy Valentine 5K is all new for 2023! With a new location at The Plumper Pumpkin Patch and new obstacles designed by local OCR great…
Race Preview: 2020 RISE Troops Challenge (Bend)
RISE Troops Challenge is an obstacle course race (OCR) based on actual military tasks and challenges. This year the theme is honoring those…
Obstacle Course Race Preview: 2019 Terrain Race (Sherwood)
If you are looking for an affordable obstacle course race, this year’s Terrain Race is just that. While being offered at just $40 (plus…
Obstacle Course Race Preview: 2019 Dirty Leprechaun 5K (Tualatin)
Attention Obstacle Course Race enthusiasts – here’s your chance for a little pre-season OCR tune-up! The Dirty Leprechaun 5K is…
Race Recap: 2017 Spartan Sprint Portland
Of all the races on my calendar this year, the Portland Spartan Sprint was my most anticipated. I have been working on various skills all year…
Race Recap: 2017 Rugged Maniac
I am a lover of all things OCR (obstacle course races), but not having participated in one since last fall, I got really nervous as Rugged…
Race Preview: X-Dog Events Ole’s Assault (near Astoria)
When it comes to off-road racing, there’s a wide variety of obstacle and mud races to choose from. Some are merely cross-country style…
Race Preview: The Inferno 2016
Are you ready for The Inferno? This obstacle course race (OCR) will once again be challenging participants in Salem on September 10. This…
Race Recap: 2016 Spartan Sprint
The Spartan Sprint in Washougal, Washington was my 2nd Spartan race experience and so far, it was my favorite. (Spartan Boise in 2015 was my…