Salem race

Race Preview: 2019 The Fanciest 5K. Ever.

November 9, 2019 // 0 Comments

Looking for a fun race to do before your hangover run on New Year’s Day and after stuffing your face since Thanksgiving? This years Fanciest 5K. Ever. will not disappoint as you try and squeeze yourself into that old suit or dress you [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Salem Run’ucopia 5k/10k/15k

November 8, 2019 // 0 Comments

The Salem Run’ucopia has become a Salem Thanksgiving Day tradition for many Salemites as they try to mitigate the amount of calories that they’ll inevitably consume later in the day. This year they are offering a 1K kids run, 5K, 10K, [read more...]

Race Recap: 2019 Heroes vs. Villains Run (Salem)

November 6, 2019 // 0 Comments

Costume runs are a bit out of my comfort zone, but a few friends and I decided to try the Heroes vs Villains 5K. I didn’t have any great costume ideas, but fortunately, my friend made a trip to the Dollar Store and got us some super hero [read more...]

Race Recap: 2019 Tamale Trot 5K/10K (Salem)

October 31, 2019 // 1 Comment

This has been my 4th time running the Tamale Trot and this was also the 4th year that Friends of Pimpollo has put it on. Each year the race has grown as has the energy with it. As always, the race proceeds go to benefit the organization whose goal [read more...]

Race Recap: Spirit of Oregon Half/High Street Hustle 5k/10k 2019 (Salem)

October 25, 2019 // 0 Comments

October is a wonderful time of year to plan races in Oregon. The weather can be a bit iffy, but most of the time, it’s perfect race weather. That being said, the morning of October 6th was perfect weather to race Spirit of Oregon Half! This [read more...]

Race Recap: 2019 Spirit of Oregon Half Marathon (Salem)

October 18, 2019 // 1 Comment

After missing this race last year, I was fortunate enough to not have any vacations planned this time and was able to run the half marathon. Last year they combined the ever popular High Street Hustle with the Spirit of Oregon run and continued that [read more...]

Small Race Preview: 2019 Heroes vs. Villains 5K Fun Run (Salem) – DISCOUNT CODE & FREE ENTRIES!

September 29, 2019 // 1 Comment

“It’s time to decide, are you a hero or a villain?” This run looks like so much fun! The Heroes vs. Villains 5K, hosted by We Run Oregon (no relation to this blog), will be held on Sunday, October 27th! Dress up as your favorite [read more...]

Small Race Preview: 2019 Steps to Safety 5k (Salem)

September 22, 2019 // 0 Comments

I can’t think of a better reason to run than for a good cause. Every year the Center for Hope & Safety (CHS) puts on Steps to Safety, an event meant to increase awareness around domestic violence while also raising money for CHS. CHS [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Mad Hatter Dash 5k Fun Run (Salem)

September 17, 2019 // 0 Comments

It’s all about the hats. Come for the sweat and stay for the fun at Salem’s 8th annual Mad Hatter Dash on Saturday, September 28th, 2019. This event is a 5k fun run which benefits the Salem Dream Center which helps poverty stricken kids through [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Run for Recovery 5k/10k (Salem)

September 6, 2019 // 0 Comments

Bridgeway Recovery Services is hosting its 6th annual Run for Recovery 5k/10k run and walk at Riverfront Park in Salem on Saturday, September 21. This event is open to athletes of all speeds and skill levels, from the casual walker to the serious [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Rotary Multi-Sport Riverfest (Salem)

September 5, 2019 // 0 Comments

With September already quickly approaching (bye August, already?!) that means that the Rotary Multi-Sport Riverfest is coming back! This year they’re kicking it off with a triathlon, duathlon, 10k, 5k, and 1k family run. For the triathlon and [read more...]

Race Preview: Storm the Castle ’19 – 5K Military Style Obstacle Course Race (Salem)

August 28, 2019 // 0 Comments

Obstacle Course lovers, here it is! Storm the Castle ’19 is about to take over Riverfront Park in Salem and give you an awesome challenge. Hosted by the 1249th Engineer Battalion of the Oregon Army National Guard, this 5K military style [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Mud Madness (Salem)

August 18, 2019 // 0 Comments

You’ve probably heard that some of the bigger-named, nationally operated mud runs / obstacle course races have been being canceled or disappearing altogether, which is a bummer for those who love this genre of running! Luckily we have some [read more...]

Race Preview & DISCOUNT: 2019 Spirit of Oregon Half Marathon and High Street Hustle 5k and 10k (Salem)

August 4, 2019 // 0 Comments

Spirit of Oregon Half Marathon and The High Street Hustle 5k and 10k have joined forces for a single event – this October. It’s going to be something worth coming out to experience yourself, starting AND ending at Salem’s capital [read more...]

Race Preview: Great Salem Race 2019

July 30, 2019 // 0 Comments

It’s time to grab a few friends and create your team for the Great Salem Race! Of all the races during the year, this one is truly one of my favorites. The Great Salem Race is a scavenger hunt race for teams of 2-4 people. Whether you know [read more...]

Mid-Valley Small Race Previews: 2019 Polk County Back to School Dash (Dallas) and Run for the Climate (Salem)

July 15, 2019 // 0 Comments

Polk Country Back to School Dash 5k in Dallas OR will benefit Dallas Family Night Out/backpack drive. It’s a great family friendly event coming early August. This 5k will start and end at the Dallas United Methodist Church. Runners and [read more...]

Continuing the tradition at the 2019 Stars & Stripes 5k in Salem

July 6, 2019 // 0 Comments

Last year, my oldest daughter and I started a new Independence Day tradition – the Stars & Stripes 5k in downtown Salem. This event also has a 10k and Military 5k, and is held in conjunction with the newly renovated Cherryfest NW – a [read more...]

Small Race Preview: 2019 Race to Save the Harvest (Salem)

June 25, 2019 // 0 Comments

It’s the time of year we start thinking about fresh fruits and vegetables from our gardens, farmers’ markets, and produce stands. But, as things ripen, often produce goes to waste – for a variety of reasons. Race to Save the [read more...]

Race Recap: 2019 Capital FC Half Marathon (Salem)

June 16, 2019 // 0 Comments

When another Run Oregon Blogger posted that they had a free entry for a Capital FC Half Marathon to share, I checked that the morning was free then responded with a subtle “Pick me!” Later on, I realized that the race was on the morning after [read more...]

Holy Giant Hills, Batman! I Survived the 2019 Legacy Estates Vineyard Run

June 15, 2019 // 0 Comments

When you register for a race at a vineyard, you expect it to be hilly. When you register for the Military Challenge at a vineyard race that is scheduled less than 48 hours after you return from your vacation, you know you’re going to get your [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Salem Stars and Stripes 4th of July Run (5k & 10k)

June 8, 2019 // 0 Comments

Last year, my oldest daughter and I started a new tradition at the inaugural Salem Stars and Stripes 4th of July Run at the capitol city’s Riverfront Park. The event happens in conjunction with the revamped Cherryfest NW, a 4-day celebration [read more...]

Race Recap: 2019 Willamette Valley Half Marathon (Salem)

May 26, 2019 // 0 Comments

The time was about 930pm on the day before race day of the 2nd annual Willamette Valley Half Marathon. I was out with my wife at our third spot for drinks on a long-overdue date night when a clouded mind asked her, “what would you say about me [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 WillaMutt Strut 5k & 1k Fun Run/Walk (Salem)

May 19, 2019 // 0 Comments

I’ve always had a soft spot for animals because they can’t speak up for themselves when they are placed in a bad situation. Raising money for organizations like the Willamette Humane Society is important and well deserved, and doing the 2019 [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Capital FC Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K Runs (Salem)

May 17, 2019 // 0 Comments

Capital Futbol Club is back at it again with their annual half marathon, 10K and 5K races. These races have a special place in my heart due to the fact that I grew up playing soccer with the club, back when it was called Salem United Soccer Club and [read more...]

Race Recap: 2019 Willamette Mission Trail 5K/10K (Salem)

May 10, 2019 // 0 Comments

Have you ever done something that you’ve done before and for some reason it feels completely foreign – like it’s the first time you’ve ever done it? That was my experience at the Willamette Mission Trail 5K and 10K this past [read more...]

Race Preview: 2019 Legacy Estate Vineyard Run (Rickreall)

May 9, 2019 // 0 Comments

Running, vineyards, hills, wine, yoga, music . . . and maybe even camping. If this combination sounds like an epic weekend to you, then you’d better get registered for the Legacy Estate Vineyard Run. This inaugural event includes a 5K, 10K, [read more...]