2026 Bridge to Brews: Four Bridges, Three Distances, Two Medals, One Finish Line, Zero Regrets
For thee second year in a row, I took to the streets (and bridges) of Portland for Bridge to Brews – this year held on April 19, 2026.…
Party at the Cinco de Mayo Half Marathon/10k/5k (DISCOUNT!)
For some, Cinco de Mayo is a holiday that’s an excuse to party, but for runners in Portland, it’s about getting in a fun race – specifically…
Last Call for the 2026 Bridge to Brews
The iconic Bridge to Brews returned in 2024 and, after running the 2025 event, we couldn’t have been more excited for this year’s event.…
2026 Race Series Preview: Go Beyond Races
Trail racing runs deep in the Pacific Northwest, and it’s no mystery why. With mountains on the horizon and miles of singletrack in every…
Running Bridges, Raising Glasses at Bridge to Brews
In case you missed it, the iconic Bridge to Brews is back. New management brought this race back from the dead a few years ago and, once…
A Love Letter to Portland: The Portland Marathon
There has been a lot of talk about Downtown Portland in the news lately. This is not a political post, but it’s fair to say that some people…
Soul on the Run: MLK Dream Run in NoPo
If you haven’t experienced the MLK Dream Run, mark your calendar for September 20–21, 2025, because this North Portland celebration is about…
Price Increase for the 2025 Portland Marathon Coming Up August 27th!!
Have you heard of this little race called The Portland Marathon? Of course you have because this race is EPIC and it’s coming up sooner than…
A Tribute to Our City: The Portland Marathon
I’ve done 10 marathons in my 20 years of running and there’s only one that I liked enough to do more than once. I’ve done the Portland…
Pro Tips for Amateur Runners at the Rose City Mile (June 21st)
Mile races are fun. Fun as a participant (faster than a 5k, yet wholly manageable), and fun as a spectator (you can see things unfolding over…