This was originally posted on August 18, 2014, but we thought it would be a perfect time to bring it back this year. We miss Maryalicia, but are happy that her posts still are around for all of use to see and use! Can you believe Hood to Coast is one week away? Technically less than! Well it’s time to start thinking about packing and logistics during the race. Some of you may have started,…
Like most avid runners, I’ve run my share of relays, including Rainier To Pacific three times, Cascade Lakes Relay five times, The Prelay, Epic Oregon Relay, and 16 Hood to Coasts. I’ve run on fast teams, slow teams, competitive teams, “fun” teams, teams that have been meticulously assembled, and teams that have been thrown together at the last minute. Every team and every relay was a great experience, but I’ve decided it’s time to end…
Hood to Coast, Gorgeous Relay and Cascade Lakes Relay are all full, but there’s still an option for runners itching to get their relay fix. Held at Hagg Lake, just outside of Forest Grove, the Lake of Death Relay isn’t your typical relay. You don’t have to rent a van, you won’t watch your runner go by as you’re sitting in traffic and you won’t be completely sleep deprived for Monday morning. Granted those make…
Well, it’s that season again. The one I think of as “Relay Season.” Thousands of runners start (or have already started) training plans for Hood to Coast, Ragnar, Cascade Lakes or whichever adult slumber party with running thrown in they have chosen. I’m by no means an expert on relays, but I am certainly a huge fan and well, probably a little obsessed. Thus I decided to write a short series of posts I hope…
