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FEATURES 42
DESTINATION: EUGENE, OR
Shannah Werner
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WHAT MAKES A RACE WORK?
Scott Lommers
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GEAR PICKS
Brook Gardner
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TRI NW RANKINGS
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BAKERS DOZEN SERIES RECAP
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Stephanie Howe, MS
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Max King
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ON THE COVER: Our 2015 Event Guide is again one of the biggest issues in RaceCenter’s 23-year history and is packed with information and event details for the months ahead. Find over 1000 Northwest events starting on page 58. ABOVE: Jeff “Bronco Billy” Browning profiles some of the region’s ‘Big Mountain Races’ and provides some great tips for those just getting started in the world of trail races – page 38. PHOTO: Glenn Tachiyama Photography ABOVE: Races, much like restaurants, see both success and failure. Scott Lommers examines the factors that make races work here in the Northwest, and how satisfied customers are created through great race day experiences – page 46. PHOTO: Luke Mazziotti / Pure Blue Design
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tune to catch up with our writers, photographers, local store owners and hundreds of event directors throughout the region in the past few months. One recurring theme in our conversations relates to how big the running and endurance sports world has become. New shoe styles, wearable tech, social and digital media continue to appealing, but more accessible to the masses. The event calendar is packed full of races happening throughout the year with race participation continuing to climb. Welcome to 2015. Fitness as a way of life is really at the core of our values — and sharing this passion with you is what keeps our fire burning. I
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am very excited, and honored, to continue to have a wealth of writing (and athletic) talent contributing to the magazine again this year including Max King, Stephanie Howe and Jeff Browning — all iconic figures in the running world. Our most tenured writers, Scott Lommers and Shannah Werner, have some great pieces on deck that they will be sharing with you in the issues ahead. Here are a few other takeaways from my recent conversations that I thought I’d share with you. 4 If you have a local running specialty, triathlon or bike shop in your community — support them. 4 If you participate in an event this year, say thank you to the race director. If you appreciate what they do and the event they put on for you, tell them so. 4 If you see a volunteer at a race, express your gratitude for their help. If that person happens to be younger than 12, give them a high-five along with your words of appreciation. 4 Share your stories with us. Your successes and triumphs inspire us and we like to share them with our readers so that they, too, can be inspired by the life you lead. I probably close this editor’s letter each year the same way, so I’ll stick with tradition… I hope you enjoy this issue you hold in your hand — our 2015 Event Guide. We’ve put a great deal of effort into this issue and we are honored to continue to provide information, inspiration and education through the pages of RaceCenter. I also want to extend a special thank you to our contributing staff, as well as our advertisers for their continued support. I wish you the best for the year ahead and I look forward to seeing you at the races! Warm Regards, Brook Gardner brook@racecenter.com
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Briefs Heart Breaker Half Returns on February 15 The Heart Breaker Half, slated for February 15th, starts at Liberty High School in Hillsboro, OR, is held on beautiful, scenic country roads, and winds through gently rolling farmland. The Providence Heart to Start 5K and 10K races and 1-Mile Dash will take place in addition to the 13.1-mile race. Those participating in the half marathon will also get to race the one-mile stretch of “Heartbreak Hill” — with prizes awarded to top finishers.
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Hot Chocolate Flows through the Streets of Seattle The Hot Chocolate 15/5K is heading back to Seattle on Sunday, March 1st. The event is USATFsanctioned, and distances are certified for accuracy making this a good race option for establishing a benchmark for the season’s progress. Aside from the delectable delight that is chocolate, each participant will receive a top quality full-zip fleecelined hoodie and a finisher’s mug filled with hot chocolate, chocolate fondue, and dippable snacks. If that weren’t enough, this year all 15K finishers will receive an official Hot Chocolate Seattle medal to commemorate their achievement. Run / 03.01.2015 www.hotchocolate15k.com/seattle
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If you haven’t run along the McKenzie River, perhaps you should consider the McKenzie River Half happening March 22nd in Springfield, Oregon. This beautifully scenic USATF certified 13.1mile course winds its way through several river neighborhoods before finishing in Armitage Park. The course is relatively flat with a few rolling hills giving it a total ascent of approximately 150 feet. If you prefer trail courses, race management company Level 32 Racing offers a 6-race Run Big Trail Series with events throughout the Eugene area. Run / 03.22.2015 www.level32racing.com
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Looking for an early season triathlon to test your mettle? Try the Beaver Freezer Triathlon - it has been the OSU Triathlon Club’s annual fundraising event for more than 20 years. This Sprint race is held April 4th, in Corvallis. The course includes a swim in one of two pools on the Oregon State University campus. The bike ride takes you through some of the historic college district and out through the country roads of Corvallis. The run is a fun three-
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Run Molalla Series Launches in 2015 - Offers Three Races for Under $100 The Molalla Running Club is launching a series option for 2015. The Run Molalla Series includes the 32-year-old Goat Mountain Gallop Half Marathon organized by the Molalla High School Track Team, the July 4th Freedom 5K, and the Molalla River Trail Race put on by the Molalla Running Club. The Goat Mountain Gallop race kicks off the series on April 11th, with the River Trail Race concluding the series on October 17th. The Molalla River Trail Race sold out in 2014 with its 5K and 10K options. This year introduces a new Half Marathon trail option. The series is $89 for entry into all three races, $99 if you choose the Half Marathon River Trail Race option. Camping is available for the season ending trail races. Run / 04.11.2015; 07.04.2015; 10.17.2015 www.molallarunningclub.com/ run-molalla-series
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Briefs Bend, OR to Host New Marathon and Half in 2015 The Bend Marathon is coming, with its inaugural launch on April 26th. The new event will be the only marathon taking participants through the city of Bend. Starting in downtown Bend, the course travels through the heart of the city, including iconic Drake Park, before heading along the Deschutes River, winding past the Old Mill District, and heading up through the Tetherow neighborhood. The race finishes at 10 Barrel Brewing where the post-race party will commence. The course will include fantastic views of snow-capped mountains, and the terrain is approximately 85% pavement and 15% gravel trail. There will be a half marathon option for those wanting to log fewer miles this winter. The new race is a creation from the team that brought Oregon the Gorgeous Relay. It is just one of many new races they are launching in 2015. Run / 04.26.2015 www.bend-marathon.com
Bloomsday Readies for Another Huge Event The Lilac Bloomsday Run isn’t just back in 2015, it’s back for the 39th time — a testament to a well organized event. It has been a bucket list race for many runners, with more than 50,000 participants showing up last year. The Bloomsday Run is also the RRCA Championship 12K (7.46 miles) race. This is one of the, if not the, most affordable races with an entry fee of just $18 if you register before April 14th. If you’re a running and health enthusiast, the latest fitness products and services will be showcased at the free trade show happening at the Spokane Convention Center Friday and Saturday prior to Sunday’s event. Run / 05.03.2015 www.bloomsday.org
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Eugene Marathon Moves to May The Eugene Marathon, being dubbed as the “Mother of All Marathons,” is moving its date to May this year with new additions to be introduced during this Mother’s Day weekend of events. The festivities will run May 8-10, and will be hosted at Track Town, USA, home of Oregon University’s famed Hayward Field. All the established running events are slated to happen, including the Kids Duck Dash, 5K, Half Marathon and the ninth annual Eugene Marathon. The Half and Full Marathon courses start outside Hayward Field and run through nine miles of Eugene’s streets and five miles of Springfield’s streets. The marathon course continues winding the rest of the way along the Willamette River bike path and ends on the track at Hayward Field. “No single place better connects the past, present and future of road running than at the Eugene Marathon. Every year a majority of competitors say finishing on Historic Hayward Field is the highlight of the weekend,”commented Race Director Richard Maher when asked about the significance of hosting the event at Hayward Field. “As the birthplace of modern running in America, Eugene and TrackTown USA hold a special place in the hearts of runners, fans and volunteers.” If you like to run, and enjoy
Cascade Relays Brings Bend Beer Chase to the Masses Cascade Relays recently launched a brand new oneday relay race in Bend, adding to their already popular event line-up which includes the Cascade Lakes Relay and Spokane to Sandpoint Relay. The Bend Beer Chase launched this past Fall and was well received in the Central Oregon town well known for both its endurance athletes and beer aficionados. Six-person teams managed 12 legs across a 70 mile course that traveled through Bend, Redmond, and Sisters. Along the way participants experienced 14 of the best craft breweries in the region. The 2015 Bend Beer Chase is slated for Saturday, June 6th. If you have an interest in overnight relay races look into two additional events occurring later this summer. The flagship race, Cascade Lakes Relay, is so popular that a lottery is required for entry. This event begins July 31st at Diamond Lake Resort, then runs through the spectacularly diverse terrain of the Central Oregon Cascades, High Desert, and along the very scenic Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway before finishing at Riverbend Park in Bend. Spokane to Sandpoint Relay, scheduled for August 14th and 15th, is also an overnight relay that begins at the top of Mt. Spokane and travels the entire length of the Centennial Trail along the Spokane River to Coeur d’Alene before finishing on the beach of Lake Pend Oreille in Sandpoint, ID.
great craft beer, then the Bend Visit the event website Beer Chase is an event that you to download a spectator may want to check out in 2015. PHOTO: Courtney Drewsen map if you’re interested in cheering people on and absorbing the contagious energy you’ll undoubtedly * Check the ad on the inside back cover of this issue for race discount codes. feel as swarms of runners fulfill their goals.
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Briefs Vancouver USA Marathon Celebrating Five Years The Vancouver USA Marathon (VUM) celebrates its fifth anniversary this coming June. In a short period of time, the Vancouver, Washington, event has met with great success not only determined by the thousands of satisfied and returning athletes, but by the community support and accolades it receives. Runner’s World in 2014 highlighted nine of the best new Marathons in the United States, with the VUM rising from a crop of hundreds of Marathons. The Marathon course starts at Esther Short Park and traverses along the Columbia River waterfront past Vancouver Lake before circling back toward the park and finish. The relatively flat course is on a mix of paved recreational paths and city roads closed to traffic making this a favorable course for setting a personal best marathon time. To celebrate five years, runners who have participated in the Half or Full distance events all five years will receive a special gift. The VUM also hosts a Half Marathon, A Freedom 5K, and a Kids Dash, as well as a 3-day outdoor Active Expo, the Vancouver Saturday Market. The VUM is the only Marathon with a Summer Brewfest spanning 3 days and featuring 25 breweries and 50 taps. The Vancouver USA Marathon partnered with a RRCA-certified running coach to offer several training programs to help those looking for assistance, motivation, and training partners. Visit their website for race registration and to sign up for the Full or Half Marathon training programs. Run / 06.21.2015 www.vancouverusamarathon.com The Vancouver USA Marathon celebrates five years’ running on June 21. PHOTO: © 2011 Evan Pilchik Photography
run for a cause... RACE WEEKEND | SEPTEMBER 5TH - 6TH, 2015 Set in beautiful Sunriver, Oregon, just 15 miles south of Bend, this premiere running event is held on USATF certified courses including a Boston Qualifier Marathon course, half marathon and 5K run/walk and Children’s Race. Stay minutes from the start and finish line by booking a Sunriver Resort lodging package.
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119th Boston Marathon to be Held April 20
Go Beyond Racing’s Wide Race Selection Go Beyond Racing has a full roster of races on their 2015 schedule, including the Portland Trail Series and the Northwest Mountain Trail Series. The Portland Spring Trail Series sold out in five days, but the Summer and Fall Series has yet to open registration. The series takes place Wednesday evenings starting early May and running through October.
The 119th running of the Boston Marathon will take place on Monday, April 20, 2015. Last year Meb Keflezighi won the historic event and became the first American man to do so since Greg Meyer in 1983. He held off two charging Kenyans who placed a mere 11 and 13 seconds behind. The Boston Marathon is one the most famous Marathons in the world, drawing 36,000 participants in 2014 from across the globe. Last year more than 300 organizations received donations from the $38.4 million dollars raised for charity. The Boston Athletic Association has developed a program to assist charitable organizations by providing guaranteed entries for fundraising. Visit their website to learn more about how to get involved. If you have your heart set on racing this historic event, you’ll need to submit a time from a qualifying race that is within the time listed below for your age and gender.
The Northwest Mountain Trail Series consists of seven challenging courses of varying distances and terrain and kicks off with the Smith Rock Ascent on May 10th in Central Oregon. The Mt. Hood 50, which moves to a lottery this year, joins the Smith Rock Ascent along with the Volcanic 50, Mountain Lakes 100, and Elk-Kings Mountain Traverse in this points scoring series. If you’re a trail runner and wish to experience courses across Oregon and Washington, look up Go Beyond Racing and start crafting your season.
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Briefs Pacific Crest Gears Up for 19th Running The 19th annual Pacific Crest Weekend Sports Festival is set for June 26-28, 2015 in scenic Sunriver, OR. Each year, thousands of athletes congregate in sunny Central Oregon for the three-day sports extravaganza. Events include the long course triathlon, endurance duathlon, marathon (BAA Boston qualifier), half marathon, Olympic-distance triathlon and duathlon, 5K and 10K run/walks, three kid’s events, and the Tour de Crest bike tours that give family and friends of the competing athletes the chance to ride some or all of the same courses. These 26 and 55 mile noncompetitive rides will take place on Friday, June 26. The weekend includes the Sports & Fitness Expo, great food, live entertainment, and a Beer Garden provided by Sunriver’s Village Bar and Grill and Bend’s Deschutes Brewery. Kids can test their speed and endurance in Friday’s Splash and Pedal-n-Dash, or Sunday’s 1 Mile or Half Mile Dashes. This unique northwest destination event typically marks the start of the Central Oregon summer, so expect heat and plenty of sunshine. Running + Multisport / 06.26-28.2015 www.aasportsltd.com/pacificcrest
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Hailed as one of the most unique endurance sports events in the world — Pacific Crest returns to Sunriver, OR June 26-28. PHOTO: Paloma Ayala
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Briefs 2015 USA Mountain Running Championships Set for July 25 in Bend, Oregon USATF’s Mountain Ultra Trail Executive Committee unanimously voted on November 6 to accept the bid from Visit Bend to host the 2015 USA Mountain Running Championships on July 25. The event will be held at Mt. Bachelor Ski Area and will feature a four-kilometer loop course with approx 800’ climbing. Designed by 2011 World Mountain Running Champion and Bend resident Max King, the terrain is primarily single track on the uphill portion with a short section of dirt road at the top of the loop and a mix of single track and dirt road on the descent. The course is akin to a figure eight although at no time does the loop cross over itself. Women will run two loops, while men run three loops. There will be separate starts for the men and women, and also a citizen’s race of one loop (4 kilometers). Non-USATF runners can participate in the women’s race, the men’s race, or the citizen’s open race, but only the USATF-registered runners would qualify for the USATF Championships division and awards. The Mountain Championships in Bend will be the sole selection race for the U.S. Mountain Running Team where six men and four women will earn the opportunity to represent the United States at the 2015 World Mountain Running Championships in Wales on September 19th. Along with the USA Mountain Running Championships, Bend will host the second annual Collegiate Running Association Mountain Running Championships. Run / 07.25.2015 www.usatf.org
RUN for 24 to Debut in August
Wine Country Half Marathon Series Returns to Willamette Valley The Oregon Wine Country Half Marathon returns to the Willamette Valley August 8th — three weeks earlier than in 2014. The Event is part of the 2015 Destination Races Wine Country Half Marathon Series which includes seven races spanning Virginia, California, Oregon, and British Columbia, Canada. The Willamette Valley region sits less than an hour from Portland, and is a favorite of wine lovers and romantics who desire a relaxed getaway.Activities for the weekend include a Race Expo on Friday and a Wine and Music Festival in Downtown Carlton on Saturday. Run / 08.08.2015 www.destinationraces.com
AA Sports Announces 2015 Schedule AA Sports has created another packed schedule of events for the 2015 season, starting with the Blue Lake Triathlon in June and finishing with the First Run on December 31st along the waterfront in downtown Portland. Chock full of running events, duathlons, and triathlons, the roster has distances and races for everyone. AA Sports 2015 Multisport Schedule
AA Sports 2015 Run/Walk Schedule
JUNE 6
FEB 15
My First Tri Blue Lake Park, Fairview, OR JUNE 6-7
Blue Lake Tri & Du Blue Lake Park, Fairview, OR
Raise the Bar Events is launching RUN for 24, a 24-hour team trail run relay at Flying Horseshoe Ranch northeast of Cle Elum, Washington. The event starts at high noon on August 1st and continues until noon the following day. Teams comprised of 4-8 runners will set up camp in pine forests northeast of Cle Elum and alternate running a scenic 6.2-mile route. At the gun, the first athletes of each team will head into the forest. The first mile takes them through ‘Dem Bones’ trail up to the ‘Steer’s Head Loop’ with slightly rolling, unpaved terrain that offers tranquility and great views. The team who runs the most laps wins.
JUNE 26-28
“There are a lot of elements that we’re excited to have the athletes take part in,” explains race director Patty Swedberg of Raise the Bar Events. “The meadow above the ranch is wild and beautiful, there’s plenty of room to spread out and enjoy camping with friends and have some quiet if you need it.”
Mid-Summer Tri & Du Blue Lake Park, Fairview, OR
Run / 08.01-02.2015 www.runfor24.com
Pacific Crest Weekend Sports Festival Sunriver, OR JULY 11
Hagg Lake Tri & Du Hagg Lake, Forest Grove, OR AUGUST 1
Wahine All Women’s Tri & Du Blue Lake Park, Fairview, OR AUGUST 2
Heart Breaker Half Marathon and Providence Heart to Start 5K & 10K Run/Walk Liberty High School, Hillsboro, OR JUNE 26-28
Pacific Crest Weekend Sports Festival, Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K & 5K Run/Walks Sunriver, OR AUGUST 1
Hula Girl Half Marathon*, 10K & 5K Blue Lake Park, Fairview, OR DEC 31
2016 First Run 5K & 10K Run/Walk Downtown Portland, OR
* New for 2015 (Takes place in conjunction with the Wahine All Women’s Tri & Du)
Run & Multisport www.aasportsltd.com
2015 U.S. Skyrunner Series Announced — Heavy on Northwest Events The 2015 Skyrunning Series released the country-wide schedule this past fall, which includes three race options in Washington. To increase appeal and participation, the series ventured further East, adding races in New York and Georgia. 19 races comprise the series in three disciplines; Sky, for races around the marathon distance; Ultra, for races 50K and longer; and Vertical Kilometer, for races that feature at least one kilometer of ascent over a distance of five kilometers or less. Athletes will have an opportunity to compete for a piece of the $50,000 prize purse, as well as points for both the Skyrunner World Series and the Skyrunner Continental Championships at select events on the roster. Washington will host two Sky category races, Angels Staircase on August 9th, and Crystal Mountain Sky Marathon on September 19th. The Angels Staircase event will also host an Ultra category on August 8th. The Rut, hosted September 4th and 5th in Big Sky, Montana hosts the only Skyrunning event in the U.S. scored as part of the Skyrunner World Series. Run www.usskyrunning.com
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Big Sky Montana will host The Rut once again in 2015 — the only Skyrunning event in the U.S. scored as part of the Skyrunner World Series. PHOTO: Myke Hermsmeyer
Fuel
Stephanie’s Advice: How to Create a Successful Plan STEPHANIE HOWE, MS
Running, like so many other things in life, tends to work better with a plan. Sure, it’s fun to be spontaneous, but some structure can help you stay on track and keep perspective.
Picking Goals Each year, as the running season winds down, I take some time to reflect on the past season. Examining the big picture, rather than isolated events, can help me see trends or patterns. I ask myself questions such as “Did I reach my goals?” “What went well?” “What do I need to work on?” From my observations, I begin to set goals for the next year. I start by thinking about a one-word mantra or a phrase that will set the tone. It helps to do a brainstorming session during this phase to get my thoughts flowing. I use lots of charts, balloons, lists, and arrows when I scribble down my thoughts. From this scrawled list of ideas, I refine my thoughts into more realistic, tangible goals that I can work towards. I try to set goals that challenge me, but are also attainable with hard work and dedication. While setting goals, it’s important to keep in mind that they don’t have to be performance-oriented goals. Sometimes the best goals are to “have fun” or “stay injury free.” The challenge is taking these ideas and turning them into quantitative actions. To do
climate might be tough to get to peak fitness for. Also, the timing between races can become an issue if several “A” races occur too close together. Stacking races is common in
Author Stephanie Howe, en route to winning the 2014 Western States 100-Mile Endurance Run. When it comes to planning, Stephanie emphasizes structure and the importance of writing your goals down on paper. PHOTO: Glenn Tachiyama Photography PHOTO: GLENN TACHIYAMA PHOTOGRAPHY
the summer because there are so many options to choose from. Having a few races in a
For example, you might train through these
close timeline can work, but if you have 5-6
races, rather than taper and go into them
“A” races within a couple months, then you
well rested. Or, you might use a “B” race as
might not be at your peak fitness or are at
part of a build up for an “A” race. Sometimes
risk for injury, illness, or overtraining. Instead
it’s good to include a shorter race that will
this, think about what makes running fun to you. Maybe this means running with friends certain days of the week or exploring a new trail each weekend. Turning these types of goals into something tangible makes them more achievable.
Performance Goals and Choosing Races Of course, goals can be performance related. This is the case for most runners. We tend to plan our training around races and
It’s not a great idea to do a long run, quickly change and head to a wedding where you spend all night dancing and drinking wine...
achieving fitness. My advice for choosing races is to pick a couple of “A” races per year. These will be your key races: you want to be fit, rested, and ready to run your best at these events. Think about the time of year and the spacing between your “A” races. For example, an “A” race in January in a snowy
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of focusing on so many races, pick a couple
support your training, like a 5k/10k before a
that are important to you and then desig-
half-marathon. Getting a race start under
nate the others as “B” races. These are races
your belt is a good way to build confidence
that you’d like to do, but aren’t focusing on.
and test your fitness. You can also include “C”
races in your yearly plan. “C” races are races that are purely for fun. These are the types of races that you might sign up for at the last minute or are not distances or in sports you’ve focused your training on. The inclusion of “C” races is important, as they allow for some spontaneity and can also be humbling.
Write a Plan For all goals, performance and nonperformance alike, outlining the path you will take is important for success. A goal without a plan is like trying to build a house without any blueprints. Where do you start? If there are no guidelines or methodological approach to your training, you are less likely to be successful. No matter what your goal, write your plan out on paper. The physical act of writing down your plan makes it more real and holds you accountable. Start by writing out the key dates or races that you will focus on. From there, outline how you will prepare for each event. If you are preparing for a longer race, how will you increase your mileage while still allowing for recovery? Knowledge about the principles of training or exercise physiology is useful for performance goals. Some runners seek out coaches for help with these types of goals. It’s also important to identify any life events, travel plans, or work conflicts that you anticipate over the next year. These events may interfere with your ability to train or more importantly, to recover. Schedule your training to be minimal during these times to avoid getting rundown. It’s not a great idea to do a long run, quickly change and head to a wedding where you spend all night dancing and drinking wine (I may be speaking from experience here…). Once you have a general outline of your goals and plan, you can start to fill in the de-
Success on race day is the icing on the cake, but it all starts with planning. PHOTO: FlashPro
tails. If you want to. It’s not necessary to have
accommodate unforeseen events makes
About the Author
a day-to-day training plan unless you want
the plan more realistic. Just because a work-
one. Some runners want a lot of detail while
out is on your plan doesn’t mean you must
others prefer the flexibility to structure their
do it that day. I find training plans to be most
own week. Either way can be successful; it
successful when used as a guide, allowing
just depends on individual preference.
me to listen to my body. Training should be
Execute
challenging, but not so much that you feel
Stephanie Howe, a coach and sports nutritionist at REP Lab in Bend, OR, started competing as a nordic skier and migrated to running in college. Stephanie now balances her schedule competing as an elite runner on The North Face international team, working at REP Lab, and is currently a doctoral candidate in Nutrition & Exercise Physiology at Oregon State University. You can learn more about Stephanie at www.reporegon.com or on her blog at stephaniemariehowe.blogspot.com.
Once your goals are set and a plan is written, all you have to do is execute. However, keep in mind that doesn’t mean your plan
run down. Recovery is important too. And above all, remember to have fun. Running should be an enjoyable activity! •
is set in stone. Maintaining some flexibility to
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Maximus
RACE — The Four Letter Word MAX KING
Driving through Bend the other day I
a lot of different disciplines, I can understand
passed by a local ski shop called the Race
why. I also know that there’s nothing to be in-
Place. It’s a ski shop just like any other with a
timidated about. When I enter a new type of
variety of skis and winter apparel. The differ-
event, perhaps a cyclocross event that looks
ence is that they decided to go into business
fun for example, I’m intimidated because
with “Race” in the name presumably to focus
I don’t know anyone, I don’t know where I
a small part of their business on the high per-
“fit” yet, and I don’t know the procedure or
formance side of the sport while still servicing
how things work. But that’s just it: unless you
everyone. As I drove past I thought to myself,
try, you’ll never know how to do any of those
“Well, they probably shot themselves in the
things or how to confront any of your fears
foot with that name.”
in life.
Runners in particular have such a stigma
If it was never your goal to improve fitness,
with that four-letter word, yet I meet people
get faster, or try something new then read no
all the time that tell me, “Oh, I’m not a racer”
further. If it is, however, here are a few ways
but then say that they enter multiple run-
you can ease the intimidation. I asked for
ning events each year. I have to admit that
some advice from a few local athletes that
I don’t fully understand this phenomenon of
have recently taken that big step either into
intimidation just because a particular item or
upping their game in a sport they’ve been
event that is a great product has “race” in
involved with through entering a race, or
When you mention the R word, many people are intimidated. As someone who races a lot of different disciplines, I can understand why. its name. Take the Western States Buckle for
entering into a new sport altogether. Here is
instance. When the buckle first came into
what they had to say.
existence it was the Western States Endur-
1. Races are always intimidating. Lots of
ance Race. At some point in the 80s it was
guys and gals in spandex and short shorts. Do
changed to the “Run.” Well, running 100 miles
your own research and look at past results, I
should be intimidating whether it’s a race or
bet you’ll find that your pace fits in nicely with
not. Or, take this magazine, for example. I’d
everyone else. Know the course and registra-
analogy right here about how little I know. I
be willing to bet that a number of folks who
tion layout before you go by checking online
know people feel the same way about run-
pick up Runner’s World don’t even bother
to learn as much as you can about the race
ning stores and bike shops, because Michelle,
thumbing through this magazine [RaceCen-
or event. I find that the more info they have
a local runner and training group mentor,
ter] just because they don’t consider them-
online, the more comfortable I am going to
helps people with this on a daily basis. As a
selves a “racer.” (I don’t blame them; they
a new event.
salesperson and buyer for a specialty running
2. I’ll admit it, I would be super nervous to
store, you’ll just have to trust me when I say you
When you mention the R word, many peo-
waltz into a specialty knitting store where
have nothing to worry about. We want to help
ple are intimidated. As someone who races
I know so little that I can’t even make an
you, not make you feel dumb. Our livelihood
would have to endure my ramblings.)
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depends on it. It’s our job to know what shoes
to come to. These are folks that are friends
and gear will work for you. We’ll ask you ques-
that I know very well from the running com-
tions about your lifestyle and what you’re
munity. Attending a new group is one of the
looking for, then select the best options for you
most difficult things to overcome. Just ask
to try out. You can then decide for yourself
Angela and Kari, local runners that I recently
our heads). It’s intimidating knowing you’re
what works for you and what doesn’t.
convinced to come out to my group. Angela
not going to be where everyone else is and
3. I coach a running group called the Tues-
says, “I think the most intimidating part of try-
no matter how strong, how fit and how hard
day Performance Group. I get comments
ing something new is the fear of failure (failure
you try, the fact is, you still have that learning
all the time about how it’s too intimidating
being not doing it as well as we envisioned in
curve that leaves you “behind” so to speak.”
Are you afraid of the “R-word?” Maybe 2015 is your year to find your inner athlete, conquer your fears, and try something new. A training (and racing) partner could be your key to a breakout year. PHOTO: Glenn Tachiyama Photography
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Maximus Looking from the outside in, you think that
they’ll probably cheer you on. So letting go
everyone knows everyone else that shows up
of judging oneself and cheering ourselves on
and that someone new just sticks out like a
makes all the difference! For me, it’s all about
sore thumb, but that’s not true if the leader of
knowing that getting out there and trying
the group makes an effort to welcome new
something new is the accomplishment.”
people and explains how things work. The first
Whatever your reason for not taking that
thing I do is greet someone I don’t recognize
leap, I do think it’s time we get over how we
and explain to them the flow of the workout.
label ourselves as joggers, runners, racers,
This helps them get moving and be more
cyclists, triathletes, trail runners, ultra runners,
comfortable with being out there. When the
etc and start thinking of ourselves as athletes
workout starts they quickly realize that they
that have the self confidence to have new
aren’t the slowest (which is what they were
experiences. It is time to put aside our mis-
worried about) and that everyone is there to
conceptions of what we think we are and be
have a fun workout, regardless of how “fast”
open to different aspects of what we like to
they are.
do. I think about this daily from a shoe buyer
4. The learning curve of any new activity
and salesperson perspective, as well as that
is going to be a steep one. The great thing is
of an avid competitor. I want people to feel
that there’s always someone there that wants
like they are free to try new experiences
to help you make that step. A friend, co-work-
whether they feel like they fit in or not. The
er, salesperson, training group, mentor — the
next time you see that “racing” shoe on the
support system we have available to us just
wall, instead of thinking, “that’s not me,” think
in the form of our local specialty run or bike store is incredible. “We have to trust that just being out there, trying something new and taking the chance is killing it!” Angela says. “People won’t judge you for trying, in fact,
One thing’s for sure — author Max King isn’t afraid of the “R-word.” Max continues to leave his mark on the running world, and in the fall of 2014 he won the Warrior Dash World Championships. PHOTO: Glenn Tachiyama Photography
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“why not me” and ask that salesperson to let you slip on a pair. With this issue of the Event Guide I would like to challenge you again this year to choose a new event you’ve never done. Maybe it’s a training group you’ve never attended, a road race you’d like a new PR on, or a trail race that always looked like fun. What ever it is, do your research to reduce that intimidation factor to break a new barrier this year. As Angela says, I’ve never regretted trying something, taking that first step, feeling scared and going forward anyway. •
About the Author Max writes, runs, and lives in Bend, OR. He recently got over his anxiety of the Obstacle Racing world and is now hooked on a new sport.
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The Dirt
Bronco Billy’s Top Five Big Mountain Races JEFF BROWNING
After fifteen hours in constant movement, I found myself hunkered down next to a chunk of rock at 13,000 feet in the cold night air during a torrential Rocky Mountain thunderstorm. As I pondered my predicament, teeth chattering, bolts of lightning hitting the
Big mountain trail running events give you the opportunity to not only challenge yourself, but also see some spectacular places. The author topping out 13,000 foot Grant’s Swamp Pass in the infamous Hardrock Hundred in the giant San Juan mountains of SW Colorado. PHOTO: Fredrik Marmsater Photography
Mary’s Peak 50K and 25K June 20, 2015 Blodgett, OR maryspeak50k.com Sitting just 20 minutes west of Corvallis in
I couldn’t help but think about third place —
Oregon’s Coast Range, Mary’s Peak boasts
Canada’s Adam Campbell — pulling away
its highest point at 4,097 feet. The rain that
towards the last coveted podium spot in a
blasts this forest most of the year usually takes
I had spent the last five out of seven years
very competitive field. He got over right be-
a little breather in the summer months. This
applying for a race lottery in the infamous
fore the storm hit. Of course, remaining alive
makes for a steep, rooty trail that will chal-
Hardrock Hundred. I was applying for, well, the
and living to tell the tale would be nice too.
lenge even the most seasoned trail runner.
ground around me, I kept thinking about my wife and kids, and praying I wouldn’t die.
very hot spot I found myself in. I just wanted to get moving again, through the pitch darkness, up and over Handies Peak (the 14er towering another 1,000 feet above me). The problem was that the summit appeared as though an angered Zeus was raining down vicious lightning bolts from Olympus.
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Big Mountain Races add another element of adventure to trail running. Whether you’re a grizzled veteran or a gawking, bright-eyed newbie — big mountain courses demand respect. Here’s my ode to some of the more notable Big Mountain Races in the Northwest.
The 50K has 6,000 feet of gain — half of that in the first 8 miles — while the 25K has 2,500 feet. After being bussed 15 miles to the start, the course works its way back through the lush canopy to finish near Blodgett, OR. If you get a clear day, you’ll get spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean from atop Mary’s Peak.
Trail Races for Beginners Yakima Skyline 50K and 25K April 8-9, 2014 Ellensburg, WA rainshadowrunning.com
Tackling a 25K Looking to make a jump to the trail from that road half marathon? If
The out-and-back course boasts an im-
you’re looking to run your first trail
mense 9,500 feet of gain in the 50K and an
race, tackling a trail 25K (15.5 miles)
equally gigantic 4,800 feet in the 25K. The
is a great distance for those runners
course itself is an out and back from Umta-
looking to try a taste of the trail. Only
num Creek Recreation Area, and immedi-
a couple miles longer than a half
ately climbs 2,100 feet in the first 2.2 miles
marathon, the 25K is a common
to gain Umtanum Ridge. The trail has several
distance found in trail races. Since a
big climbs and is toted by race organizers as
majority of stellar mountain trail races
a “remote and rugged trail race.” The race
are organized by ultra runners, you’ll find quite a few 25K events coupled with a 50K or 100K.
The problem was that the summit appeared as though an angered Zeus was raining down vicious lightning bolts from Olympus.
If you’re going to tackle a trail race, it’s best to get out at least once a week on the trails to train. PHOTO: Jeff Browning
Food and Water. You aren’t going to get a cup of water every mile or two, so you’ll need to carry a handheld water bottle or a hydration pack and some calories (gels, blocks, a bar). Trail races are logistically harder to support, so plan on aid stations every 5-8 miles — typical for any ultra distance trail race. Times are arbitrary. Depending on elevation and difficulty of terrain in trail races, you’ll probably be power hiking some of the steeper sections of the course and stopping to take in some gorgeous views (don’t forget that smartphone to snap some photos). Turn it on airplane mode though; you don’t want to spoil the nature experience by babbling and texting on the trail (besides, it’s bad etiquette!). Plan on being out on the trail for a few hours — probably close to 50% longer than that road marathon time. Be prepared. Adventures in the mountains means being ready with some layers in case a storm blows in and you’re still a few miles from the finish. Throw in a lightweight windbreaker and emergency blanket in case you roll an ankle. Be Nice. Trail folks are notoriously more laid back than the pavement-pounding road running camp. A lot of runners are just covering the distance and enjoying themselves. The aid station volunteers are there to help you but aren’t getting paid, so don’t be rude and don’t forget to be polite and say thanks. They’re graciously giving their time to make your experience better. Leave No Trace. Unlike road races, trail race logistics are more complicated. Don’t litter, and be sure to pack all your trash out. A buddy and I have a mantra when running in the woods: “If not you, then who?” When you see trash on the trail, take initiative and snag that gel wrapper someone accidentally dropped and throw it in the trash at the next aid station. Some trail races are starting to go cupless to cut down on trash and
requires starting with 40 ounces of water
be more environmentally conscious, meaning you need to carry something to get that
due to the remote aspect of the course and
quick chug of electrolyte drink at an aid station. Even better, take it upon yourself to not
its lack of access in the first section. With no
use a cup, even if the race provides them.
trees, this is a great spring course with expansive views on the dry, eastern side of the Cascade Range.
Train on the Trails. Get out in training and run on trails, even if it’s only that one longer run each week. You’ll want to practice on terrain similar to that on which you will race if you can. Trail running takes a little more focus, but it really keeps you engaged
Standhope 60K, 25K, Stage Race
and makes the miles fly by. And, it’s downright peaceful and soothing to the soul to
August 12-15, 2015
submerge yourself in nature away from that pesky computer and carbon monoxide-
Star Hope Campground, Mackay, ID
spewing cars.
standhope.runwildidaho.com
Don’t forget to have fun. Trail races require a little different mentality than their road
The Standhope 60K and 25K are staged
counterpart, and switching gears will enhance your experience. Who knows, you may
on Saturday with the 60K race having a
find yourself, like me, avoiding artificial surfaces like the plague.
monstrous 11,500 feet of gain and the 25K
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The Dirt stacking up at 5,800 feet of gain. New for 2015, the race has added a 4-day, 83-mile stage race to the mix. Kicking off with stage one on Wednesday with 12.9 miles, the race then covers 14.5 miles on stage two, 18 miles on stage three, and ends with Saturday’s 60K. The total elevation gain for the four stages is over 23,000 feet. The course is a pointto-point course through Idaho’s Pioneer Mountains, peaking out at 11,000 feet. The race passes over rough terrain and along the shores of Idaho’s highest body of water, Goat Lake. Over 85% of the 60K race runs on stellar singletrack. If you’re looking for a running vacation, this might just be your ticket this summer. River of No Return Endurance Runs 108K, 50K, and 25K June 20, 2015 Challis, ID runchallis.com Starting and finishing in Challis, Idaho, River of No Return has three distances to choose from. Bordered by the Salmon River to the south and the Frank Church Wilderness to the north, the course takes runners on a tour of Blue Mountain, the Lombard Trail, Bayhorse Lake, and an old stagecoach trail. The 108K has about 17,000 feet of elevation gain and a single loop with five substantial climbs — two of which climb over 9,000 feet. The 50K yields 7,800 feet of gain, topping out over 8,000 feet, and twice taking participants through the ghost town of Bayhorse. The 25K has 3,500 feet of gain. The course consists of majority ATV double track, a few miles of dirt road, a lot of of singletrack trail, and finally a little pavement at the finish in Challis. Beacon Rock 50K and 25K June 14, 2015 Beacon Rock State Park, WA rainshadowrunning.com/beacon-rock-50k--25k Pack up your camping gear and plan on hanging out for a weekend of running, music and camping in the Columbia River Gorge. Free camping is offered for the event; a runner tent city appears in the large, grassy Group Camp field at Beacon Rock State Park. Family, friends and runners converge for a get-together of live music, lots of good food, a hash run, and a slip-n-slide at the finish line. The course is a 25K loop with 3,700 feet of gain in two large climbs with commanding
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Besides a brutal 2,100 foot ascent in the first 2.2 miles, the Yakima Skyline 50K and 25K offer spectacular views each spring. PHOTO: Glenn Tachiyama Photography
views of the Gorge and surrounding mountains, including Mount Hood, Adams and Mount St. Helens. The 50K course is the 25K course twice with a total gain of 7,400 feet. Rumor has it The Trail Running Film Fest might have an outdoor showing there in 2015. •
About the Author Jeff Browning (a.k.a. Bronco Billy) gives mad props to the San Juan mountains of Colorado for demanding his respect last summer. You can follow him on his blog at GoBroncoBilly.com.
Destination: Eugene
SHANNAH WERNER
TrackTown USA — Where Legends are Made For those who know the history of Steve Prefontaine and Eugene, Oregon, it is undeniable that the ghostly presence of his and other world-renowned athletes is felt at Hayward Field and on the trails around Autzen Stadium, home of the University of Oregon Ducks. “Eugene is known as TrackTown USA, with a rich history in track and field that draws enthusiasts to our area to run the trails, see Pre’s Rock in person, and cheer from the stands of historic Hayward Field,” said Jessica Chestnut, Social Media and PR Manager for Conventions and Sports with Eugene, Cascades & Coast. “Between the combination of athletic heroes that have trained and raced here, the internationally recognized events that seem to grow each year, a highly renowned venue in historic Hayward Field, and even the origins of the most recognized athletic brand on the planet, it’s only natural that our area celebrates track and field the way it does.” While coming to Eugene can be just for spectating, watching greatness at work (the US Olympic Trials for Track and Field will be held in Eugene for the third straight year in 2015) and eating at the famous Track Town Pizza across from campus, there are plenty of opportunities for visitors to lace up their own sneakers, put on a helmet or head to
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the coast for sandboarding. The “mere mortals” of running who visit Eugene can go for a run on Pre’s Trails, a 4-mile loop along the Willamette River near Autzen Stadium. Or, head south to the Amazon Trail in South Eugene or the Ridgeline Trail that includes 12 miles of paths and multiple trailheads. For a more challenging option, run up Spencer Butte (2,065 feet) and take in the amazing views of Eugene and the Willamette Valley from the top. In 2015, the 9th annual running of the Eugene Marathon will take place on Mother’s Day (Sunday, May 10, 2015), and will again draw participants from across North America. Dubbed the “Mother of all Marathons” for 2015, the Eugene Marathon includes a full weekend of festivities as well as a 5K, Half Marathon and a Kids Duck Dash. “The annual Eugene Marathon attracts an average of nearly ten-thousand participants and has been named a “10 Best” and “10 Greenest” race in America,” said Courtney Heily, Marketing Director for the Marathon. “The race begins and ends at historic Hayward Field, with runners completing the final two hundred yards on the track itself. The course is USATF-certified.” To celebrate Independence Day, Eugene hosts the Aquafina Butte to Butte, the oldest and largest road race. Participants
can do either the 10K, 5K or 4.5-mile walk. While the original race course climbed Spencer Butte and included a “stomping” at the top before runners raced down the hill (think sore quads!), the current 10K course includes a run up Donald Street Hill and a flat, fast finish. Another popular local race is the Run to Stay Warm Half Marathon, 5K, 10K and Kids’ race. Taking place on the Sunday before Thanksgiving (November 22, 2015), the 9th annual race benefits families in Eugene who cannot afford their utility bills. This partnership with the Eugene Water and Electric Board (EWEB) raised more than $115,000 before the 2014 race. “We picked this weekend because it goes along with the theme,” said Race Director, Shelley Stephenson. “It’s the time of year when families start needing assistance. It brings awareness to the community that there is a program at EWEB to help Eugene area families with their utility bills. No one seems to mind the frozen noses and ponytails, or the wet running gear. I think participants feel good about what they are doing so it’s a minor sacrifice.” In addition to the almost weekly 5K races that take place in and around Eugene (go to www.racecenter.com or www.eclecticedgeracing.com for complete listings of 2015
FACING PAGE (LEFT): Historic Hayward Field on the University of Oregon campus in Eugene plays host to some of the biggest track & field meets in the country each year, and also happens to be the finish venue for the Eugene Marathon. PHOTO: Maui Total Visual RIGHT: The Eugene Marathon will return to the streets of TrackTown USA on May 9, 2015. PHOTO: Luke Mazziotti / Pure Blue Designs
races), the Oregon Track Club hosts an OTC Running Series on the second Thursday of each month. These are informal 5K run/ walks that are timed and only cost $5 for non-OTC members. If you do want to watch top runners and athletes compete, the NCAA Track and Field National Championships are being held every spring at Hayward Field until 2021. Tradition holds strong with the annual Prefontaine Classic heading into its 41st year and is the longest running track and field meet in the country. “The Pre Classic draws approximately 25% of its spectators (total of 12,000-13,500) from outside the region,” said meet director Tom Jordan. “The estimated economic impact is over $1 million.” In 2014, five meet records were broken and it was the 17th year in a row the event has sold out. Eugene and nearby Willamette Pass is not only recognized for its running, though. The city, located approximately two hours south of Portland on Interstate 5, has its fair share of memorable mountain biking as well. “The International Mountain Bicycling Association (IMBA) designated two ‘Epic Rides’ in Lane County (Waldo Lake Trail in 2012, and Olallie Ridge in 2013), an accolade saved only for a handful of ‘demanding, singletrack adventures in a natural setting’ around the U.S.,” said Chestnut. “The entire Oakridge area itself has received prestigious accolades from the IMBA, with a ‘Silver Level’ Ride Center designation, awarded to only a handful of places worldwide.” It is only a short hour drive east of Eugene and allows mountain bike enthusiasts to ride for miles in the Willamette National Forest. “Mountain biking is essentially right out the back door with hundreds of miles of available trails in surrounding BLM and Forest Service land,” said Heily. In the winter months, the Central Cascades are a playground for skiers and snowboarders as well. Outside Magazine has named Eugene one of the best bike-commuting-cities in the nation. Whether for fitness or commute, the bike paths around Eugene are the envy of
Eugene’s John Howe runs along Pre’s Trail in Alton Baker Park, which straddles the Willamette River. PHOTO: Michael Lebowitz / The Longrun Picture Company
much larger cities. On May 31, 2015, the Oregon Gran Fondo will start and end in Cottage Grove, Oregon (just south of Eugene on I-5). Cyclists can choose from a Gran (long) 117 mile-ride, Medio (medium) 71-mile ride, or a Piccolo (short) 31-mile ride. The routes take riders through the Siuslaw National Forest and up through the scenic Willamette Valley. For something a little different, head west from Eugene to the Oregon Coast for dune buggy rides on the sand dunes of Florence, OR. “The dunes provide a somewhat unexpected recreational opportunity in the form
of sandboarding (imagine snowboarding, but on the sand),” Chestnut said. “Sand Master Park in Florence (billed as the “World’s First Sandboard Park”) covers 40 acres of private, sculpted sand dunes surrounded by another 200 acres of public dunes and forest.” If a long day of running, biking, sandboarding, and watching Olympic-caliber athletes makes you thirsty or hungry, Eugene has plenty to offer for libations and nourishment. Local craft beer, Willamette Valley Pinot Noir wines and locally grown and raised food are staples at the restaurants and pubs around town. The cultural experience is also rich with local artisans at the Saturday Market and a very active performing arts center (Hult). “For a city its size, Eugene boasts worldclass entertainment venues, museums, art galleries and recreation opportunities,” Heily said. “’Quality of life’” is used a lot when people describe why they live here.” • Eugene Marathon: www.eugenemarathon.com Butte to Butte: www.buttetobutte.runnerspace.com Oregon Track Club: oregontrackclub.runnerspace.com Prefontaine Classic: www.runnerspace.com/PreClassic Oregon Gran Fondo: www.dark30sports.com Visiting Eugene: www.eugenecascadescoast.org/eugene Run to Stay Warm: www.eweb.org/runtostaywarm
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Another iconic race in the Northwest, considered to be an institution, is the Lilac Bloomsday Run held in Spokane in May, which had 44,626 finishers in 2014. PHOTO: Jeff Ferguson
What Makes a Race Work? SCOTT LOMMERS
What makes a race work? It seems a strange question, as all of us have favorite races that we know well. Those races are clearly working. If they can do it, then what could be so hard about building a successful race and improving and growing it year after year? Well… There are hundreds of running, cycling, and triathlon races in the Northwest every year. Dozens of new races arrive every racing season, replacing those that invariably fade away. Make no mistake — races, much like restaurants, see both success and failure. Then there are those races that make welcome yearly returns, consistently drawing larger numbers of participants. Where is the line between failure and success in the race business? What makes one race disappear, not missed if remembered at all, while another race lasts 20 or 30 years or more? What exactly makes a race work? “A well-organized race with a turnkey registration program, affordable entry fees, a compelling beneficiary or cause, a flat and fast course and a good shirt and medal just isn’t enough anymore. You’re competing with themed, unique experience events that are part of a national series with large marketing budgets,” says Jeff Orswell, President of Orswell Events. Orswell plans and produces numerous events, including the Shore Run, the Labor Day Half and
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the Seahawks 12K Run at The Landing. “Someone starting up a new race needs to ask themselves, ‘what’s our draw going to be and why will participants choose our race over others?’” The draw has to be original or inspiring because the competition is fierce. Even in the rainy Northwest, races occur year-round. In the busy months between April and October, dozens of races crowd every weekend. How can any new race stand out in the crowd? “Good, new races can be created when you identify a need or fill a void,” says Orswell. “In 2009, we recognized that Seattle Seahawks fans here in the Northwest had very few opportunities to show their team spirit and take part in a fan activity in the quiet off season spring months. We worked with the Seahawks and The Landing in Renton, Washington to create the Seahawks 12k Run at The Landing, giving people a unique opportunity to run around the Seahawks practice facility and headquarters in their jerseys, face paint and eye black. With the Super Bowl victory in 2014, the race hosted over 10,000 participants.” “In the first year, you are setting a precedent with everything you’re doing,” says Orswell. “You need to invest in your event and make sure that you deliver a quality participant experience. Like with anything, people who have a good experience will tell five friends and with a bad experience, they’ll tell ten.”
ABOVE: There are well-run races, popular races, and successful races. Then, there are institutions: races that have been around as long as anyone can remember and draw huge numbers of participants year after year. The Mercer Island Rotary Run held in March each year is one such institution. PHOTO: Sherwin Eng / Brightroom Inc. LEFT: Spectator support is another piece of the puzzle when it comes to race success. PHOTO: FlashPro
Of course, a good idea is just the beginning. Good ideas without solid execution backing them fail just as quickly as bad ideas. The race industry has seen some very public failures lately. A few fledging race promoters have been caught seemingly unaware at the sheer amount of planning and labor it takes to pull off a successful event. “Today’s means of communication are incredibly fast, which is both good and bad,” says Chad Sperry, Race Director at Breakaway Promotions, which organizes races such as Bridge of the Gods Half Marathon and Columbia Gorge Marathon. “If a race drops the ball and does not order enough porta potties, then there is now a vehicle for people to air their frustrations out, not only to their fellow participants but to a broad audience through Facebook, Twitter and other means. That said, if you do an outstanding job and take good care of your participants, it can also be a way to drive the success of increasing registrations by people promoting an event they love to their friends and family.” Participants need to shoulder some of the burden of promoting the good races and sharing information on the bad ones. In the blazing fast, wired world today, athletes can vote with both their wallets and their keyboards – and they should. Athletes know the good races from the bad — so let your friends know as well! “I would strongly encourage participants to do a little research about the events they participate in,” says Sperry. “Look at websites, Facebook, and Twitter for input from past competitors. Also look at how people have February/March 2015 racecenter.com
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What Makes a Race Work? rated an event on different blogs or website posts. Finally, contact the local chamber and visitor associations to get recommendations for events in the community. We always encourage anyone and everyone to do their homework.” There are well-run races, popular races, and successful races. Then there are institutions: races that have been around as long as anyone can remember and draw huge numbers of participants year after year. How exactly does a race get to be an institution – a race that has been run for 20 or 30-plus years? “Most of the events with that long of tenure are deeply rooted in the community they operate in,” says Sperry. “An example, we have run the Cascade Cycling Classic Pro/Am race the last eight years in Bend, for the Mt. Bachelor Sports Education Foundation that owns it. It is currently the longest running professional cycling stage race in the country, celebrating its 36th year next year. The community involvement and support for the event is enormous both from a financial and a volunteer standpoint. There is a certain amount of ownership and pride that helps it to thrive.” Volunteers are the Importantly though, even rock-solid institution lifeblood of many events which happen each year races don’t rest on their laurels. These races strive to only with the support of improve, to innovate and, most decisively, listen to the local community. PHOTO: FlashPro participants and give them what they want. “Races that have been around for that long really know their participants and why they support the event,” says Orswell. “With that understanding, you figure out ways to expand and improve those elements of your event. The Mercer Island Half and the Shore Run are both very cause-driven events whose primary focus is to raise money and awareness for cancer prevention. They offer participants whose lives have been touched by this horrible disease to fight back and find support from others. Other races are more about the race itself, like the Labor Day Half, which offers one of the flattest courses in the country allowing participants to PR and compete in the Pacific Northwest Track & Field Half Marathon Championship. We’ve tried to identify what each of our race’s core draws is and highlight and expand those elements whenever possible.” Even for the best-organized races, challenges abound. Producing a quality event is serious, year-round work with serious, year-round complications. Unfortunately, some issues are impossible to predict and can confound the best race directors. “Time and weather,” said Sperry. “On race day, the promoter and his or her key staff can easily put in a 20-plus hour day to make sure everything goes well and is dialed in. The other thing is the uncertainty that weather brings: long hours out on course being exposed to cold, hot, or windy conditions takes its toll.” The racer’s favorite swag, the race shirt, causes its own, unique headaches. “Shirts are the bane of every race director’s existence,” said Orswell. “Being able to accurately predict quantities and size breakdowns and ensure that the correct logo is included for every sponsor that needs to be on there when having to place the order months prior to the race is a challenge every single time. Managing a budget and cash flow on a large race is also very challenging as most of the production costs are incurred months prior to the event, but the majority of participants on shorter distance races will wait right up until race week to register.” In the end, it’s fairly simple to determine what makes a race work: It’s a race director willing to put in the time and the effort. If that seems like a nebulous conclusion to determine on your own, it’s definitely not to the athletes that have done the race in the past. They know, precisely, which RD’s are putting in the effort. Seek out their knowledge. “We take a lot of pride in what we do and we believe in giving back the most bang for the competitors buck,” says Sperry. “Under-charge and over-deliver is what we strive to achieve at each and every event.” •
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Events mentioned in this article Mercer Island Half Marathon March 22 - Mercer Island, WA www.mercerislandhalf.com 12K Run at The Landing April 19 - Renton, WA www.seahawks12krun.com Shore Run June 7 - Seattle, WA www.shorerun.com Cascade Cycling Classic Pro/Am July 22 - Bend, OR www.cascade-classic.org Bridge of the Gods Half Marathon August 16 - Cascade Locks, OR www.bridgeofthegodsrun.com Labor Day Half Marathon September 7 - Redmond, WA www.labordayrun.com Columbia Gorge Marathon October 25 - Hood River, OR www.columbiagorgemarathon.com
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Ravenna 6 $120 | www.brooksrunning.com This has been my go-to mild-stability shoe from Brooks for a number of years, and the Ravenna 6 is another pleaser. The midsole and outsole are the same as the previous version, but the 6 has a completely new upper which is thinner and more breathable. The heel collar is also new, and Brooks has added an adjustable saddle mechanism in the midsole. This is designed to keep the foot more secure inside the shoe. New colors round out the offering from this Seattle-based company.
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$120 | www.blackburndesign.com Whether you commute by bike or like an occasional night ride, the Blackburn Central Front Smart Light is just that — smart. A built-in light sensor measures the ambient light around you and adjusts the brightness accordingly. Not only does this take some of the guesswork out of riding in the dark conditions, but it saves battery power. The various lighting modes (smart, high beam, low beam and strobe) are controlled by a dial at the rear of the body. The selected mode is illuminated with a back-lit LED that changes color to indicate remaining battery life — an extremely handy feature. Charging is done through a Micro USB port located on the underside of the unit, with a full charge offering roughly eight hours of juice when operated on the “smart” setting. This light will put out up to 500 lumens, which is bright enough for unlit bike trails and streets alike. The Central Front Smart Light is a snap to install and it detaches from its cradle with ease. Its compact design, battery-saving smart setting and light output make the Blackburn Central Smart Light a worthy investment in both riding enjoyment and safety.
Pro-Elite Bicycle Work Stand $265 ($285 with tote bag) | www.feedbacksports.com Golden, Colorado’s Feedback Sports produces a wide variety of bicycle-related products, including storage options, accessories and work stands. I had the chance to get familiar with their Pro-Elite Bicycle Work Stand this past fall and found it very handy, and far better than leaning bikes against cars and walls to do simple things like oil a chain. The stand’s collapsible design allows you to set up and stow away with ease. If you’re like most, keeping a bike stand set up at all times is something you likely don’t have room for, so its portability is beautiful. The clamp adjusts to accommodate just about any tube size and features adjustable height and a stable base that’s designed to work on uneven surfaces. For an extra $20 I’d recommend purchasing the padded tote bag. The stand will support up to 85 pounds and the anodized finish prevents corrosion — a nice touch for this handy piece of equipment that can be used indoors and out year-round.
BROOKS
Essential ½ Zip III $65 | www.brooksrunning.com One word: soft. If you like running garments made from plush fabrics that perform as well as they look, then the Essential ½ Zip III may fit the bill. Surprisingly, this super-comfy running top wicks moisture quite well, which you’d never guess when putting it on for the first time. Thumbholes, a back zip pocket and reflective accents are nice touches as well. This versatile piece does double duty as a great running top for the elements of the Northwest as well as a great wear-aroundtown garment.
VELOCITY
Aileron $733 (CX or road build, DT Swiss Competition spokes) $988 (CX or road build , Sapim CX-Ray bladed spokes) www.velocityusa.com Built tough, built by hand, and built in the USA — just a few reasons why I love Velocity Wheels and the great products they’ve been churning out over the years. The Aileron was been out for a little more than a year, and I finally got the chance to put them through their paces this past fall during cyclocross season. Like most ‘cross racers, I tend to be a little rough on my equipment. Despite the wear and tear, the Ailerons I used are as true now as the day I pulled them out of the box. Weights vary by spoke count, and they have a few build options and colors to choose from, all of which can be found on their website. These aerodynamic, tubeless-ready 25mm-wide rims are disc-specific and can be used on road (disc) bikes, as well as off-road.
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LOWomen’s Club
Lake Run Proceeds Benefit:
Lake Oswego
The Children’s Center Clackamas Women’s Services CASA and More...
Saturday May 9th, 2015 Millennium Plaza Park Lake Oswego, OR
10K, 5K, Kids Dash & Family Fun Festival
For Information and Race Registration:
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PHOTO: Paloma Ayala
TRI NorthWest Triathlon and Duathlon Rankings Champions 2014 TRIATHLON RANKINGS CHAMPIONS
The individuals listed below are the top-ranked athletes in their individual classifications in concordance with the 2014 TRI NorthWest Rankings. Congratulations to the Champions. The entire list of ranked triathletes for the 2014 season is included in the following pages by category. 2014 marks the final year for the TRI NorthWest rankings. There are other exciting things in the works, so look to RaceCenter.com for updates and announcements.
2014 DUATHLON RANKINGS CHAMPIONS
CATEGORY
NAME
AGE
CITY, STATE
POINTS
CATEGORY
NAME
AGE
CITY, STATE
POINTS
SPRINT Open Male Champion Open Female Champion Masters Male Champion Masters Female Champion
Name Marco Ramirez Carrie Wouda Jeff Marsh Kim Grasberger
Age 20 34 45 50
City, State Forest Grove, OR Portland, OR Portland, OR Portland, OR
Points 293.30 274.48 283.33 290.07
SPRINT Open Male Champion Open Female Champion Masters Male Champion Masters Female Champion
Brent Huber Vicki Ash No Participants No Participants
37 34
Portland, OR Eugene, OR
212.66 222.40
OLYMPIC Open Male Champion Open Female Champion Masters Male Champion Masters Female Champion
David Gettle Kelly Quinn Erik Ness Shanti Marsh
32 30 44 42
Weiser, ID Spokane, WA Seattle, WA Portland, OR
299.74 295.83 284.61 277.92
OLYMPIC Open Male Champion Open Female Champion Masters Male Champion Masters Female Champion
No Participants No Participants Ken Nakata No Participants
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Seattle, WA
272.15
LONG COURSE Open Male Champion Open Female Champion Masters Male Champion Masters Female Champion
Lee Albrecht Kayla Lloyd Francisco Maya Kim Heinrich
33 25 42 40
Spokane, WA Spokane, WA Beaverton, OR Spokane, WA
178.63 203.61 200.96 156.13
LONG COURSE Open Male Champion Open Female Champion Masters Male Champion Masters Female Champion
No Participants No Participants Michael Brink No Participants
57
Whitmore, CA
204.00
BEST ALL-AROUND TRIATHLETE Open Male Champion Open Female Champion Masters Male Champion Masters Female Champion
Daniel Moreno Anne Heiner Craig Dean Marcy Buck
37 29 40 48
Corvallis, OR Portland, OR Portland, OR Richland, WA
278.69 301.93 306.96 277.90
BEST ALL-AROUND DUATHLETE Open Male Champion Open Female Champion Masters Male Champion Masters Female Champion
Marcus Guilfoyle No Participants Spike Widmer Laura Wiley
39
Beaverton, OR
269.28
50 41
Bend, OR Beaverton, OR
287.22 300.50
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CLUB/TEAM CHAMPION
OLYMPIC TRIATHLON OVERALL RANKINGS
Champion Portland Triathlon Club – Portland, OR
PLACE NAME
AGE
CITY, STATE
SCORE
OPEN MALES 1 David Gettle 2 Brian Little 3 Aaron Seipel 4 Jason Whitley 5 Kristopher Celtnieks 6 Brian Hoover 7 Scott Barnett
32 39 22 36 27 30 25
Weiser, ID Portland, OR Corvallis, OR The Dalles, OR Portland, OR Yakima, WA Newberg, OR
299.74 283.22 281.07 278.05 276.95 264.46 263.26
1/2 1/2 1/1 2/2 1/2 2/2 2/2
OPEN FEMALES 1 Kelly Quinn 2 Celeste Morton 3 Dara Ono 4 Kat Smith 5 Zayda Maguire 6 Mari Little 7 Annarose Pandey 8 Heather Hash
30 26 36 39 27 34 39 31
Spokane, WA Bend, OR Portland, OR Talent, OR Portland, OR Portland, OR Portland, OR Vancouver, WA
295.83 295.18 285.88 285.34 277.16 268.78 251.91 179.98
1/3 1/2 1/3 2/3 2/2 2/3 3/3 3/3
MASTERS MALES 1 Erik Ness 2 Rob Schultz 3 Stephen Holmes 4 Scott Herrick 5 Brett Kelver 6 Frank Dick 7 Dave Erickson 8 Ed Metcalf 9 David Painter 10 Daniel Morita 11 Amilcar Lopez 12 Alan Lyons 13 Paul Ikin 14 Dan Thompson 15 Jerry Youngblood 16 Keith Gover 17 Alan Bacharach 18 Mike Lehman
44 43 50 45 44 50 42 46 60 52 41 69 48 59 76 51 54 58
Seattle, WA Portland, OR Portland, OR West Linn, OR Portland, OR Portland, OR Spokane, WA Portland, OR Richland, WA Gresham, OR Spokane, WA Portland, OR Hillsboro, OR West Linn, OR Richland, WA Sherwood, OR Portland, OR West Linn, OR
284.61 282.48 282.48 261.57 261.55 260.53 257.71 248.01 245.46 244.84 235.44 233.83 218.64 207.01 206.08 203.91 203.03 200.49
1/5 2/5 1/5 1/2 3/5 2/5 4/5 2/2 1/1 3/5 5/5 1/1 1/1 1/2 1/1 4/5 5/5 2/2
MASTERS FEMALES 1 Shanti Marsh 2 Aide Villalobos 3 Kevin Stevens 4 Melanie Rose
42 40 57 52
Portland, OR Tumwater, WA Spokane, WA Spokane, WA
277.92 271.66 263.41 224.04
1/2 2/2 1/1 1/1
Blue Lake Triathlon (TRI NW Club/Team Championship) Olympic Triathlon, Sunday, June 8, 2014, Fairview, OR 1.5K Swim, 40K Bike, 10K Run
TRI NW LONG COURSE TRIATHLON CHAMPIONS Male Open Champion Female Open Champion Masters Male Champion Masters Female Champion
Matt Lieto Mackenzie Madison John Craft Lisa Wourms
36 27 41 45
Bend, OR Springfield, OR Bend, OR Camas, WA
4:05:39 4:42:48 4:30:21 5:34:14
Springfield, OR 9 Mile Falls, WA Portland, OR Portland, OR
2:06:53 2:16:08 2:10:10 2:36:49
Pacific Crest Triathlon (TRI NW Long Course Championship) Long Course Triathlon, Saturday, June 28, 2014, Sunriver, OR 1.2mi Swim, 58mi Bike, 13.1mi Run
TRI NW OLYMPIC TRIATHLON CHAMPIONS Male Open Champion Female Open Champion Masters Male Champion Masters Female Champion
Devin Vanscoy Annie Warner David Garcia Pam Fairchild
29 34 42 49
Hagg Lake Triathlon (TRI NW Olympic Triathlon Championship) Olympic Triathlon, Saturday, July 12, 2014, Scoggins Valley Park, Hagg Lake, OR 1.5K Swim, 40K Bike, 10K Run
TRI NW SPRINT TRIATHLON CHAMPIONS Male Open Champion Female Open Champion Masters Male Champion Masters Female Champion
Marco Ramirez Kim Grasberger Brett Donis Kim Grasberger
20 50 42 50
Forest Grove, OR Portland, OR Portland, OR Portland, OR
1:03:57 1:12:52 1:05:35 1:12:52
Mid-Summer Triathlon (TRI NW Sprint Triathlon Championship) Sprint Triathlon, Sunday, August 3, 2014, Fairview, OR .5mi Swim, 12mi Bike, 5K Run
2014 Overall Triathlon & Duathlon Rankings SPRINT TRIATHLON OVERALL RANKINGS PLACE NAME
AGE
CITY, STATE
SCORE
OPEN MALES 1 Marco Ramirez 2 Jeevan Philip 3 Liam Keaney 4 Travis Richardson 5 Kenneth Gerts 6 Devon Nevius 7 Stephen Carter 8 Nicolas Tenorio
DIV PLACE
20 19 17 35 35 32 35 35
Forest Grove, OR Richland, WA Portland, OR Vancouver, WA Portland, OR Portland, OR Camas, WA Hillsboro, OR
293.30 291.84 290.68 269.92 251.87 233.45 217.83 177.80
1/1 1/2 2/2 1/4 2/4 1/1 3/4 4/4
OPEN FEMALES 1 Carrie Wouda 2 Kari Brotnov 3 Alyssa Martin 4 Nicole Overman
34 35 22 28
Portland, OR Sandy, OR Beaverton, OR Richland, WA
274.48 272.63 246.91 218.82
1/1 1/1 1/1 1/1
MASTERS MALES 1 Jeff Marsh 2 Eric Schuman 3 Simon Wintle 4 Gregory Nyhus 5 Virgil Hall 6 Brent Bateman 7 Kiyoshi Shigeno 8 Tim X Johnson 9 Ned Vaivoda 10 David Odell 11 Roger Herndon 12 Arnold Jahn 13 Richard Yost 14 Randy Fischer 15 Dale Frakes
45 45 49 48 55 51 54 63 67 52 66 49 65 42 43
Portland, OR Seattle, WA Portland, OR Portland, OR Portland, OR Tualatin, OR Camas, WA Portland, OR Portland, OR Brush Prairie, WA Portland, OR Spokane, WA West Linn, OR Portland, OR Aloha, OR
283.33 273.98 269.08 265.69 263.72 245.16 237.15 227.86 213.63 202.22 201.18 191.84 188.31 175.58 167.86
1/5 2/5 3/5 4/5 1/1 1/3 2/3 1/1 1/3 3/3 2/3 5/5 3/3 1/2 2/2
MASTERS FEMALES 1 Kim Grasberger 2 Nancy Frederick 3 Laurie Kilbourn 4 Jennifer Green 5 Brenda Elliott 6 Carmen Adkins 7 Ruth Fischer 8 Julie Desloge 9 Wendy Montgomery
50 55 47 44 42 50 59 47 46
Portland, OR Warrenton, OR Lake Oswego, OR Hillsboro, OR Tigard, OR Milwaukie, OR Vancouver, WA Beaverton, OR Astoria, OR
290.07 271.37 241.88 241.81 210.96 209.87 190.96 179.96 162.90
1/2 1/2 1/2 1/1 1/2 2/2 2/2 2/2 2/2
DIV PLACE
LONG COURSE TRIATHLON OVERALL RANKINGS PLACE NAME
AGE
CITY, STATE
SCORE
OPEN MALES 1 Lee Albrecht 2 Sean Wilson 3 Garth Stacey 4 Tony Mule 5 Timothy Dickerson
DIV PLACE
33 33 39 39 36
Spokane, WA Seattle, WA Roseburg, OR Portland, OR Spokane, WA
178.63 167.25 131.10 129.22 117.02
1/2 2/2 1/2 2/2 1/1
OPEN FEMALES 1 Kayla Lloyd 2 Jaime Funge
25 38
Spokane, WA Kent, WA
203.61 174.25
1/1 1/1
MASTERS MALES 1 Francisco Maya 2 Brian Kennett 3 Joshua Fishkin 4 Brian Dretke
42 52 52 54
Beaverton, OR Mercer Island, WA Renton, WA La Grande, OR
200.96 178.51 151.42 138.18
1/1 1/3 2/3 3/3
MASTERS FEMALES 1 Kim Heinrich
40
Spokane, WA
156.13
1/1
BEST ALL-AROUND TRIATHLETE RANKINGS PLACE NAME
AGE
CITY, STATE
SCORE
OPEN MALES 1 Daniel Moreno 2 Lee Albrecht 3 Jason Klein 4 Jeff Whitman
DIV PLACE
37 33 24 36
Corvallis, OR Spokane, WA Seattle, WA Longview, WA
278.69 277.41 256.04 249.54
1/2 1/1 1/1 2/2
OPEN FEMALES 1 Anne Heiner 2 Jennifer Cullison 3 Amanda Smiley
29 36 38
Portland, OR Vancouver, WA Kennewick, WA
301.93 242.23 180.06
1/1 1/2 2/2
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2014 Overall Triathlon & Duathlon Rankings (continued) PLACE NAME
AGE
MASTERS MALES 1 Craig Dean 2 Paul Stiekema 3 Curtis Troupe 4 Steve Dougherty 5 Eric Schuman 6 David Slagle MASTERS FEMALES 1 Marcy Buck 2 Amy Hartford 3 Kristin Harris
40 49 57 58 45 62 48 49 44
CITY, STATE
Portland, OR Pasco, WA Seattle, WA Mehama, OR Seattle, WA Crescent City, CA Richland, WA Walla Walla, WA Sandy, OR
SCORE
306.96 282.51 276.94 269.68 267.88 207.11 277.90 257.86 235.16
DIV PLACE
1/1 1/2 1/2 2/2 2/2 1/1 1/2 2/2 1/1
SPRINT DUATHLON OVERALL RANKINGS DIV PLACE
PLACE NAME
AGE
CITY, STATE
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2014 Bakers Dozen Series Recap STEPHANIE FOSTER
The 2014 Bakers Dozen Series was comprised of a variety of half marathons in cities and venues throughout the Northwest. The 13 unique races included: Heart Breaker, Whidbey Island, Hop Hop, Capital City, Tonkin For the Love of Schools, Vancouver USA, Pacific Crest, Fueled by Fine Wine, Stumptown, Lacamas Lake, Sunriver Half for a Cause, Black Diamond, and Champoeg. The majority of these half marathons return to the calendar in 2015, though the series itself is taking a hiatus. For dates and information about these races, check out the online calendar on RaceCenter.com or the Event Guide in this issue. Based on the series points rankings tracked on Athlinks.com, four Top Performers were determined. These athletes won free entry into these races in 2015. For complete results for each of the 13 races: www.racecenter.com/results
Congratulations to the 2014 Bakers Dozen Top Performers Top Male: Rob Russell, Redmond, OR Top Female: Janelle Ralph, Gold Hill, OR Top Masters Male: Mike Grimshaw, Portland, OR Top Masters Female: Kelly Chang, Portland, OR Special congratulations go to George Power of Vancouver, BC — the one athlete who completed all thirteen races in 2014! George’s goal was to be the first Canadian to run the complete series. George was delighted to learn that he was the only athlete in the United States and Canada to complete all thirteen races. He attained this distinction by literally planning an entire year around the half marathon schedule. George had a hard time picking his favorite race, but he said the toughest (although beautiful) race was Fueled by Fine Wine, due to the mighty Dundee hills. Stumptown and Lacamas Lake also proved to be challenging because they were on back-to-back days over one weekend. George and his wife drove from their home in British Columbia to every race and found that it was a great way for them to explore the Northwest. Some of the things about the races that stood out to George included the high level of organization, the greater value at a lower cost along with “better food and better beer.” George said that having beer sponsors for nearly every event is “so cool” and he noted appreciatively, “at the Easter race [Hop Hop] there were even mimosas!” George appreciated “the community feel” of the events, the cause-driven participants and volunteers, and “the impressive community involvement, from high school bands to course workers, who come out to support the events, the causes and to volunteer.” Three other athletes finished close behind George in the number of races completed: Beyonda Likins of Olympia, WA had 12 races under her belt, and Trina Branch of McMinnville, OR and Sally Lynch of Tigard, OR each completed 10 races. Congratulations to everyone who participated in another great season of runTOP: George Power of Vancouver, BC added quite a bit of hardware to his medal ning in the Northwest. For a full listing of half collection 2014, completing all 13 of the marathons and other events taking place in races in the 2014 Bakers Dozen Series. PHOTO: Submitted Photo the region in 2015, head to RaceCenter.com. • LEFT: George Power en route to finishing the Sunriver Half Marathon for a Cause in late August 2014. PHOTO: Brian Penrose / finishshots.com
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19th Annual
Saturday, August 1st, 2015 • Portland, Oregon
An all women’s Hawaiian-style experience ! The Wahine offers solo and team competition for each multisport race. This all women’s event includes the Hula Girl Half-Marathon, 5K & 10K Run / Walk, and is part of the island-themed Mid-Summer Tri & Du weekend!
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The Mid-Summer Triathlon and Duathlon is held as part of a two-day multi-sport celebration offered within an incredible Hawaiian-style experience. The island entertainment includes Hawaiian drummers, music and dancers. Join us at Blue Lake Park, located just 15 miles East of Portland, Oregon.
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Event Guide Watch upcoming issues of RaceCenter Northwest Magazine for newly added events as the season progresses. Four additional issues of RaceCenter will be produced this year (April/May, June/July, August/September, October – December) and subscriptions are available on our website for $12 (one year) or $18 (two years). NOTE: We pride ourselves on producing one of the most accurate and comprehensive calendars available anywhere, but we urge all athletes to verify dates and locations of the events listed in the following pages. See you at the races! If you are an event director, and have an event that you would like to feature in future issues, please email calendar@racecenter. com for additional information.
YOUR 2015 ADVENTURE BEGINS HERE.
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2/1 2ND ANNUAL PUDDLE RUN Kids, 1m, 5K, 10K; Mill Creek Family YMCA, Mill Creek, WA; www.ymca-snoco.org/PuddleRun 2/1 47th Annual Zena Road Runs; 5K, 10K, 15K; West Salem, Salem, OR; www.wvroadrunners.org/zena 2/7 Bristow Trail Run; 5m, 10m, 50K, 25K; Elijah Bristow St Pk, Dexter, OR; www.level32racing.com 2/8 Cedar 12K; 12K; Cedar, BC; www.vira.bc.ca 2/8 Clark Public Utilities; 5K, 10K; Clark Public Utilities, Vancouver, WA; www.clarkpublicutilities.com 2/14 MY MUDDY VALENTINE; 5K, Mud/Obstacle; Lee Farms, Tualatin, OR; www.terrapinevents.com 2/14 Jumpstart Valentines Day River Trail Run/Walk; 3K, 5K, 10K; Lewis and Clark Festival Pk, The Dalles, OR; tdconklin@charter.net 2/14 Love ‘em or Leave ‘em Valentine’s Day Dash; 5K; Green Lk Pk, Seattle, WA; www.valentinesdaydash.com 2/14 Magnuson Series: Presidents Day Weekend; 5K, 10K, 15K; Magnuson Pk, Seattle, WA; www.magnusonseries.org 2/14 Multnomah University Community Run/Walk; 5K; Multnomah University Campus, Portland, OR; www.gomulions.com 2/14 Sweetheart Run; 1m, 5K, 10K; Sankey Pk, Sweet Home, OR; jfisher@ci.sweet-home.or.us 2/14 Wurst 5K Run; Kids, 5K; Mt. Angel Festhalle, Mount Angel, OR; www.racenorthwest.com/wurst
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2/15 HEART BREAKER HALF 5K, 10K, HALF MARATHON Enjoy a fun, heart-healthy event for the whole family. And because it’s the weekend of love, don’t forget to bring along friends and neighbors, too! 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Liberty HS, Hillsboro, OR; www.aasportsltd.com/heartbreaker; >
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WINTERFEST - ROYAL RUN; 5K, 10K; Old Mill District, Bend, OR; www.oregonwinterfest.com/winterfestrun Fort Ebey Kettles Trail Run; 10K, 13.1, 20m, 26.2m; Fort Ebey St Pk, Whidbey Island, WA; www.nwtrailruns.com Zombies Have Hearts, Too! 5K Run/Walk; 5K; Bloedel Donovan Pk, Bellingham WA; www.maxhigbee.org Fall Creek Run Around; 5K, 15K, 20m; Winberry Pk, Fall Creek Res, OR; www.level32racing.com Mardi Gras 5K; 5K; Eugene, OR; www.pinkbuffaloracing.com Run Your Tutu Off; 5K; Crystal Lk Pk, Corvallis, OR; www.fitnessbe.com Hatley Castle 8K; 8K; Victoria, BC; www.vira.bc.ca Hazel Dell Half Marathon & 8K; 8K, 13.1m; Hazel Dell Max Muscle Sports Nutrition, Vancouver, WA; www.active.com Lord Hill 5 Mile/10 Mile/20 Mile/50K Trail Run; 5m, 10m, 20m, 50K; Lord Hill Regional Pk, Snohomish, WA; www.evergreentrailruns.com RICHLAND RUN FEST; 5K, 13.1m, 26.2m; Red Lion Inn, Richland, WA; www.3rrr.org 5K Fun Run/Walk for Special Olympics Oregon; 5K; Marine Drive Trail Portland, Portland, OR; www.plungeoregon.com Buck Mountain Mudslinger Trail Run; 10K; Silver Falls St Pk, Silverton, OR; www.runwildadventures.com HOT CHOCOLATE 15K/5K SEATTLE 5K, 15K; Seattle Ctr, Seattle, WA; www.hotchocolate15k.com/seattle 6TH ANNUAL LINCOLN CITY HALF MARATHON AND 10K; 10K, 13.1m; Wapiti Pk, Lincoln City, OR; www.lincolncity.org FORT VANCOUVER RUN; Kids, 5K, 12K; Fred Meyer Grand Central, Vancouver, WA; www.energyevents.com; > FIT RIGHT 1ST THURSDAY URBAN ADVENTURE RUN; 1-6m Adv Race; Portland, OR; www.fitrightnw.com ORRC CHAMPOEG 10K/20K/30K; 10K, 20K, 30K; Champoeg St Pk, St. Paul, OR; www.orrc.net Run For The Law; Kids, 5K, 10K; Grants Pass, OR; www.securingoursafety.org
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Race to the Cape; 10m; Tillamook, Oregon; www.ascherlindustries.com Spring Run for Fun @ Redmond Watershed; 5m, 10m, 13.1m, 26.2m; Redmond Watershed Preserve, Redmond, WA; www.nwtrailruns.com Synergy Health Management Bazan Bay 5K; 5K; Sidney, BC; www.vira.bc.ca ST. PATRICK’S DAY DASH 5K; Bend, OR; www.bendstpatsdash.com RUN TO GET LUCKY; Kids, 1m, 5K, 15K; Corvallis River Front, Corvallis, OR; www.runtogetlucky.com ST. PATRICK’S DAY FOOT RACE; 1m, 5K, 10K; Kimo’s, Richland, WA; www.3rrr.org C-Trail 5K/10K & Kids 1/2 mile Fun Run; Kids, 5K, 10K; Lake Stevens, WA; www.lakestevenschamber.org iRun for Kids - 10 mile run and 5k run/walk; 5K, 10m; Hickory Village, Albany, OR; www.albanypublicschoolsfoundation.org Lucky Clover; 5K, 10K; Dorris Ranch, Springfield, OR; www.level32racing.com Pi Day Dash; 5K; Seattle, WA; www.therewillbepie.com Rogers St. Paddy’s Day Fun Run; Kids, 5K, 10K; Pierce College, Puyallup, WA; www.rogersstpaddysdayrun.com Run to the Pub; 10K, 13.1m; Bozeman, MT; www.runtothepub.com Runnin’ O’ The Green - Sponsored by Klicks; 5K, 8K, 5m; Boundary Bay Garden, Bellingham, WA; www.cob.org/services/recreation/races Spring Fling Trail Run; 5K, 10K, 20K, 13.1m; Alsea Falls Rec Area, Monroe, OR; www.oregontrailruns.com St. Paddy’s Day Run Tacoma; 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Tacoma, WA; www.stpaddyruntacoma.com F5 ST. PATRICK’S DAY DASH; 5K; Seattle Ctr, Seattle, WA; www.stpatsdash.com adidas Shamrock Run; Kids, 5K, 8K, 15K, 13.1m; Waterfront Pk, Portland, OR; www.shamrockrunportland.com Friendship Run 5K & 10K; 5K, 10K; McLane Elem Schl, Olympia, WA; www.friendshiprun.org Bring In Spring; 5K; Sladden Pk, Eugene, OR; www.level32racing.com Magnuson Series: Spring Into Action!; 5K, 10K, 15K; Magnuson Pk, Seattle, WA; www.magnusonseries.org Volition Half Marathon and 5K; 5K, 13.1m; Barber Pk, Boise, ID; www.volitionamerica.com
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3/22 COUVE CLOVER RUN Celebrate in your festive green running along the beautiful Columbia River & historical Officer’s Row. Post event party hosted by Main Event & Dublin Down including Green Beer, Irish Coffee and warm soup. 5K, 8K, 10m; Vancouver, WA; www.nwpersonaltraining.com 3/22 3/22 3/28 3/28 3/28 3/28 3/28 3/28 4/2 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/4 4/5
OAKLAND RUNNING FESTIVAL 5K, 13.1m, 26.2m; Oakland, CA; www.oaklandmarathon.com Mercer Island Rotary Half Marathon; 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Mercer Island Comm and Events Ctr, Mercer Island, WA; www.mercerislandhalf.com BIRCH BAY ROAD RACE; 5K, 15K, 20m; Birch Bay, Blaine, WA; www.birchbayroadrace.com Dash Point State Park 10K and Half-Marathon Trail Run; 10K, 13.1m; Dash Point St Pk, Federal Way, WA; www.evergreentrailruns.com Family Jewels 5K; 5K; Saint Edward St Pk, Kenmore, WA; www.databarevents.com/familyjewels5k Vortex Half Marathon & 10K Trail Run; 10K, 13.1m; Milo McIver St Pk, Estacada, OR; www.runwildadventures.com Wheatfield Half Marathon/8K/3K Run/Walk; 3K, 8K, 13.1m; Petersburg Schl, The Dalles, OR; rthouvenel44@embarqmail.com White Center 5K Walk and Run; 5K; White Ctr Heights Pk, Seattle, WA; whitecenter5k.brownpapertickets.com FIT RIGHT 1ST THURSDAY URBAN ADVENTURE RUN; 1-6m Adv Race; NW Portland, Portland, OR; www.fitrightnw.com HORSE BUTTE 10 MILER; 10m; Bend, OR; www.superfitproductions.com NOT TOO STINKIN’ FOOLISH TO RACE 5K & 5 MILE; 5K, 5m; Soap Lake, WA; www.ulbfit.com Shotgun Trail Blast; 5K, 10K, 25K, 50K; Shotgun Creek Rec Area, Marcola, OR; www.level32racing.com Soles2Souls; Kids, 5K, 10K; Greenway Elem Schl, Beaverton, OR; dooleyliz@gmail.com Tulip Run; 2m, 5m; Port of Skagit, Burlington, WA; www.tuliprun.com Easter Egg Stash Dash; Kids, 5K; Pre’s Trail, Alton Baker Pk, Eugene, OR; www.pinkbuffaloracing.com
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Stub Stewart Trail Challenge; 5K; Stub Stewart St Pk, Buxton, OR; www.ascherlindustries.com Java Jog; 5K; Seattle, WA; www.javajog.org PEAR BLOSSOM RUN; 5K, 10m; Medford City Hall, Medford, OR; www.pearblossomrun.com; > Daffodil 5K Challenge; 5K, 20K, Relay; Tacoma, WA; www.daffodil5kchallenge.com Discover Spring 5K/10K and Kids’ Fun Run; Kids, 5K, 10K; Discovery Meadows Pk, McMinnville, OR; www.discoverspring.com Double Five; 5K, 5m; George Rogers Pk, Lake Oswego, OR; www.doubledogdareuevents.com Hope Glow Run; 5K, 10K; NRS East Campus, Moscow, ID; www.eventbee.com/v/hgr OAT Run; 12K, 13.1m; Port Angeles, WA; www.oatrun.org
4/12 BRIDGE TO BREWS 10K & 8K RUN/WALK This event brings together the two great loves of Portland: Running and Beer! Join the only running/walking event to go over the Fremont Bridge and celebrate at our brew festival style after party! 8K, 10K; Waterfront Pk, Portland, OR; www.terrapinevents.com; > 4/12 4/12 4/12 4/12 4/12 4/12 4/12 4/17
BLOOMS TO BREWS MARATHON; 10m, 13.1m, 26.2m, Relay; Horseshoe Lk Pk, Woodland, WA; bloomstobrews.getboldevents.com NEGATIVE SPLIT HALF MARATHON & 5K; 5K, 13.1m; Kendall Yards, Spokane, WA; www.nsplit.com SALMON RUN; 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Bend, OR; www.runsalmonrun.com Everett Half; 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Port Gardner Landing, Everett, WA; www.heroshalf.com Merville 15K; 15K; Merville, BC; www.vira.bc.ca Run MS Seattle 5K; 5K; UW, Seattle, WA; www.nationalmssociety.org Stoller Community 5K Run/Walk and Jr. Jaguar Jog; 5K; Stoller Middle Schl, Portland, OR; www.stoller5k.com Twilight 5K; 5K; Kiwanis Pk, Lewiston, ID; connect.lcsc.edu/crosscountry
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WENATCHEE MARATHON, HALF MARATHON AND 10K; 10K, 13.1m, 26.2m; Performing Arts Ctr, Wenatchee, WA; www.teddriven.com/wenatchee-marathon Dirty Dozen 5K Adventure Challenge; 5K, Mud/Obstacle; Albany Motorsports Pk, Albany, OR; www.runwildadventures.com Falcon 15K Relay Plus 15k, 10k, 5K Run & 5k Walk; Kids, 5K, 10K, 15K, Relay; Liberty HS, Hillsboro, OR; www.falcon15krelay.com Fun With The Fuzz 5K; 5K; Bellingham, WA; www.funwiththefuzz.com Magnuson Series: Earth Day Run; 5K, 10K, 15K, 13.1m; Magnuson Pk, Seattle, WA; www.magnusonseries.org Menan Butte Trail Challenge; 5K, 12K, 25K, 50K; Menan Butte West Side Parking, Menan, ID; www.buttingear.net Willamette River Run; 10K; Dorris Ranch Pk, Springfield, OR; www.eclecticedgeracing.com ALBERTINA KERR’S RACE FOR THE ROSES HALF MARATHON, 10K AND 5K RACES; 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Oregon Conv Ctr, Portland, OR; www.race4theroses.org; > SEAHAWKS 12K RUN AT THE LANDING; Kids, 5K, 12K; The Landing in Renton, Renton, WA; www.seahawks12krun.com WHIDBEY ISLAND 1K, 5K, 10K; 1K, 5K, 10K; Oak Harbor, WA; www.whidbeyislandmarathon.com; > Sooke River 10K; 10K; Sooke, BC; www.vira.bc.ca Spokane River Run; 5K, 10K, 25K, 50K, Relay; Riverside St Pk, Spokane, WA, Spokane, WA; www.spokaneriverrun.com TCCC SPRING INTO SUMMER 5 KM RUN; 1m, 5K; Columbia Point Marina Pk, Richland, WA; www.3rrr.org Can Do 5K; 1m, 5K; Seattle Times Northcreek Facility, Bothell, WA; www.cando5k.org Cherry Festival; 5K, 10K; Dry Hollow Elem Schl, The Dalles, OR; rthouvenel44@embarqmail.com Lost Creek Trail Runs; Kids, 5K, 30K; Joseph Stewart St Pk, Lost Creek Lk Trail, OR; www.lctrailruns.com Omak Orchards in Bloom; 10K, 13.1m; Rockwall Cellars, Omak, WA; www.active.com Save The Frogs Day 5K Fun Run & Walk; 5K; Seward Pk, Seattle, WA; www.savethefrogs.com/5k Sisters ‘Better Half’ Marathon; 10K, 13.1m; Village Green Pk, Sisters, OR; www.sistershalfmarathon.com ICE BREAKER ROAD RACE; 1m, 3m, 5m; Great Falls, MT; www.icebreakergf.com; > Bellevue 10K/5K Run/Walk; Kids, 5K, 10K; Bellevue Downtown Pk, Bellevue, WA; www.bellevuerun.com Run Like The Wind Running Festival; 1m, 5K, 10K, 13.1m, 30K; Ellensburg, WA; www.run-like-the-wind.com
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Volition Half Marathon and 5K; 5K, 13.1m, 13.1m; Chinook Landing, Marine Pk, Portland, OR; www.volitionamerica.com ORRC HAGG LAKE 5K/10K/10.5 MILE RUN/WALK; 5K, 10K, 10.5m; Gaston, OR; www.orrc.net WALK/RUN FOR THE ANIMALS; 5K; Esther Short Pk, Vancouver, WA; www.southwesthumane.org/walk-run 6th Annual Cheadle Lake 5/10K Fun Run/Walk & Kids Obstacle Dash; Kids, 5K, 10K; Cheadle Lk, Lebanon, OR; www.buildlebanontrails.com Grand Ridge 5 Mile, Half-Marathon, Marathon and 50K Trail Run; 5m, 13.1m, 26.2m, 50K; Grand Ridge Pk, Issaquah, WA; www.evergreentrailruns.com Haggen 2 Haggen 5K Run; 5K; Sehome Village Haggen, Bellingham, WA; www.gbrc.net Have a Heart 5K & 10K Run & 2K Walk; Kids, 2K, 5K, 10K; Edgewater Pk, Mount Vernon, WA; www.haveaheartrun.org Pacific Northwest Marathon; 5K, 13.1m, 26.2m; Crescent Village, Eugene, OR; www.pacificnorthwestmarathon.com Willamette Mission Trail Challenge 5K/10K Trail Runs; 5K, 10K; Willamette Mission St Pk, Salem, OR; www.runwildadventures.com YMCA Spring Run & Public Agency Challenge; Kids, 10K; State Capitol, Olympia, WA; www.southsoundymca.org LILAC BLOOMSDAY RUN 12K; Spokane, WA; www.bloomsdayrun.org AVENUE OF THE GIANTS 10K; 10K; Fortuna, Avenue of the Giants, CA; www.theave.org; > CINCO DE MAYO HALF MARATHON / 10K / 5K RUN AND WALK; Kids, 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Portland, OR; www.terrapinevents.com; > VOLCANO HALF MARATHON & 5K; 5K, 13.1m; Keizer Volcanos Stadium, Keizer, OR; www.runwithpaula.com; > Michelob Ultra Tacoma City Marathon; Kids, 5K, 13.1m, 26.2m; Tacoma Narrows Airport, Tacoma, WA; www.tacomacitymarathon.com Run the Devil’s Sand Box; 5K, 10K; D River Wayside, Lincoln City, OR; www.ascherlindustries.com Portland Trail Series Race #1; 4-6m; Forest Pk, Portland, OR; www.portlandtrailseries.com FIT RIGHT 1ST THURSDAY URBAN ADVENTURE RUN; 1-6m Adv Race; NW Portland, Portland, OR; www.fitrightnw.com 39TH ANNUAL LAKE RUN - LAKE OSWEGO; Kids, 5K, 10K; Millennium Plaza Pk, Lake Oswego, OR; www.lowomensclub.org/lakerun HIPPIE CHICK HALF & QUARTER MARATHON; 6.55m, 13.1m; Hillsboro Stadium, Hillsboro, OR; www.htcraceseries.com; > HORSE LAKE TRAIL RUNS; 5m, 13.1m; Horse Lk Reserve, Wenatchee, WA; www.runwenatchee.com
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CARDV 5K Run/Walk for Safe Families; Kids, 1m, 5K; Corvallis, OR; www.cardv.org/runwalk 5/9 CARDV’s Mothers Day Weekend 5K Run/Walk for Safe Families; Kids, 1m, 5K; Corvallis, OR; www.cardv.org/runwalk 5/9 Casa / Re/Max Champions for Children Run/Walk; 2m, 6K; Skinner Butte Pk, Eugene, OR; www.casa-lane.org/events/runwalk 5/9 Inspiring Hope Run; 5K, 10K; Kamiak HS, Mukilteo, WA; www.inspiringhope.info 5/9 State Park Series #1 Farragut; 5m, 13.1m; Farragut St Pk, Athol, ID; www.trailmaniacs.com 5/9 UW Bothell Husky 5K; Kids, 5K; UW Bothell Campus, Seattle, WA; www.bothell.washington.edu/5krun 5/9 Young Life Seattle - 5K 4 KIDS; 5K; Magnuson Pk, Seattle, WA; nwseattle.younglife.org 5/10 EUGENE MARATHON Kids, 5K, 13.1m, 26.2m; Hayward Field, Eugene, OR; www.eugenemarathon.com 5/10 Run Like A Mother; Kids, 5K; Hillsboro, OR; www.runlikeamother.com 5/10 Run Like A Mother; Kids, 5K; Magnuson Pk, Seattle, WA; www.runlikeamotherrace.com 5/10 Smith Rock Road Half Marathon & 10K; 10K, 13.1m; Smith Rock St Pk, Terrebonne, OR; www.gobeyondracing.com 5/16 BANKS LINEAR TRAIL BRAVE RUN; 5K, 10K; Banks HS Track, Banks, OR; banksbraverun.blogspot.com 5/16 KEIZER IRIS RUN 5K & 3K; 5K; Keizer, OR; chambermaster. keizerchamber.com/events/details/keizer-iris-5k-3k-9086 5/16 Five-0 5K; 5K; Idaho Falls, ID; www.idahofallsfop.com 5/16 Queen of the High Road! Women’s Only 10K and Half Marathon; 10K, 13.1m; Memorial Pk, Wilsonville, OR; www.solesisters.us 5/16 The Friar Trot 10K/5K & 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk; 1m, 5K, 10K; St. Francis Campus, Sherwood, OR; www.thefriartrot.com 5/16 Vineyards Marathon 5K; 5K; Eugene, OR; www.pinkbuffaloracing.com 5/17 CAPITAL CITY 5 MILER; Kids, 5.2m; Olympia, WA; www.capitalcitymarathon.org; > 5/17 KEIZER IRIS MARATHON/HALF/10K; 10K, 13.1m, 26.2m; Keizer, OR; chambermaster.keizerchamber.com/events/details/iris-marathon-half-10k-9099 5/17 ROCK ‘N’ ROLL PORTLAND HALF MARATHON AND 10K; 10K, 13.1m; Tom McCall Waterfront Pk, Portland, OR; runrocknroll.competitor.com/portland 5/17 Snohomish Women’s Run; 10K, 13.1m; Snohomish, WA; www.snohomishwomensrun.com 5/17 West Seattle 5K Run/Walk; Kids, 5K; Alki Beach Bath House, West Seattle, WA; www.westseattle5k.com
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Portland Trail Series Race #2; 4-6m; Forest Pk, Portland, OR; www.portlandtrailseries.com SPRING FESTIVAL 5K RUN AND 10K RUN/WALK; 5K, 10K; Moses Lk Aquatic Ctr, Moses Lake, WA; www.buduracing.com Camp Jonah Family Fun Run; 5K, 10K; Jonah Ministries, Trout Lake, WA; www.campjonah.com Magnuson Series Memorial Day Weekend!; 5K, 10K, 15K; Magnuson Pk, Seattle, WA; www.magnusonseries.org Ridgeline Ramble; 10K, 20K, 20K Relay; Ridgline Trail to Lane Comm College, Eugene, OR; www.level32racing.com Run For The Son; 5K; Rockin’ B Ranch, Liberty Lake, WA; www.libertycross.org Soaring Eagle 5 Mile, 10 Mile, Marathon and 50K Trail Run; 5m, 10m, 26.2m, 50K; Soaring Eagle Regional Pk, Sammamish, WA; www.evergreentrailruns.com RUM RUN / PORTLAND - 5K, 10K, KID’S TIKI RUN; Kids, 5K, 10K; Tualatin Commons, Tualatin, OR; www.energyevents.com; > Coeur d’Alene Marathon; 5K, 13.1m, 26.2m; Coeur d’Alene, ID; www.cdamarathon.com Green Angel Race; Kids, 3m, 6m, 8m, 10m, 12m, 13.1m; Amboy Mddl Schl, Amboy, WA; www.greenangelrace.com Spring Festival Half-Marathon/10K; 5K, 10K; Coolin Main Street, Priest Lake, ID; www.priestlakerace.com ORRC UP THE LAZY RIVER 10K RUN/WALK; 10K; Mary S Young Pk, West Linn, OR; www.orrc.net Miles For Meals; 1m, 5K, 15K; Alton Baker Pk, Eugene, OR; www.eclecticedgeracing.com HAPPY GIRLS 5K, 10K, HALF MARATHON, AND KIDS RUN; 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Riverbend Pk, Bend, OR; www.happygirlsrun.com Glow XC; 7K; Eugene, OR; www.glowxc.com Liberty Lake Trail Run; 8m; Liberty Lk Cnty Pk, Liberty Lake, ID; www.trailmaniacs.com Starlight Run; 5K; Lincoln HS, Portland, OR; www.starlightrun.com RED DEVIL CHALLENGE TRAIL RUNS; 10K, 25K; Cashmere, WA; www.runwenatchee.com RUN FOR THE HILLS; Kids, 2m, 8K, 30K; Benton Cnty Fairgrnds, Corvallis, OR; www.gltrunforthehills.com RUN ON THE RIVER; 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Astoria, OR; www.astoriaparks.com Echo Valley 1K, 10K, Half-Marathon, 50K Trail Run; 10K, 13.1m, 50K; Echo Valley Ski Area, Chelan, WA; www.evergreentrailruns.com
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Portland Trail Series Race #3; 4-6m; Forest Pk, Portland, OR; www.portlandtrailseries.com FIT RIGHT 1ST THURSDAY URBAN ADVENTURE RUN; 1-6m Adv Race; NW Portland, Portland, OR; www.fitrightnw.com Bank of the West Grand Floral Walk; 4m; Memorial Coliseum, Portland, OR; www.rosefestival.org/event/grand-floral-walk
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RunFit Challenge; 5K, 10K, Relay; Armitage Pk, Eugene, OR; www.level32racing.com Survivor Mud Run; 5K, Mud/Obstacle; Carnation, WA; www.survivormudrun.com Vashon Island Ultramarathon and Trail Run; 10m, 50K; The O Space, Vashon Island, WA; www.vashonultra.com HEAVEN CAN WAIT 5K RUN/WALK 5K; Drake Pk, Bend, OR; www.heavencanwait.org NORTH OLYMPIC DISCOVERY MARATHON; Kids, 5K, 10K, 13.1m, 26.2m; Olympic Discovery Trail, Sequim to Port Angeles, WA; www.nodm.com SHORE RUN/WALK; Kids, 5K, 10K; Ferdinand Pk/Leschi Pk, Seattle, WA; www.shorerun.com 22nd Annual Susan G. Komen Puget Sound Race for the Cure; 1m, 5K; Seattle Ctr, Seattle, WA; www.komenpugetsound.org/komen-race-for-the-cure Duvall 5K/10K/Half Marathon Runs and Kid’s Dashes; Kids, 5K, 10K, 13.1m; McCormick Pk, Duvall, WA; www.runduvall.org Victoria Goddess Run; 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Langford City Pks, Langford, BC; www.victoriagoddess.com All Comer’s Track and Field; Track, Field; Civic Field, Bellingham, WA; www.cob.org/services/recreation/races DASH FOR A CURE 5K & 10K RUN/WALK; 5K, 10K; Blue Heron Pk, Moses Lake, WA; www.buduracing.com HELVETIA HALF MARATHON, 5K & 10K; 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Hillsboro Stadium, Hillsboro, OR; www.htcraceseries.com; >
Magnuson Series June Run; 5K, 10K, 15K; Magnuson Pk, Seattle, WA; www.magnusonseries.org Montana Governor’s Cup; Kids, 1m, 5K, 10K, 13.1m, 26.2m; Helena, MT; www.govcupmt.com Snoqualmie Valley Run; 10K, 13.1m, 26.2m; Tolt McDonald Pk, Carnation, WA; www.snoqualmievalleyrun.com State Park Series #2 Heyburn; 5m, 13.1m; Heyburn St Pk, St Maries, ID; www.trailmaniacs.com
6/14 SPOKANE TITLE 9K RUN 2015 Run, jog, walk… there’s a place for every pace! Baby jogger strollers welcome! This is a women and kids event with great expo and schwag. Kids, 5K, 10K; Riverfront Pk, Spokane, WA; www.titlenine.com/images/t9k 6/14 6/14 6/17 6/17 6/19 6/20 6/20 6/20 6/21 6/21 6/21
DIRTY HALF; 13.1m; Bend, OR; www.footzonebend.com Seattle Furry 5K; 5K; Seward Pk, Seattle, WA; www.furry5k.com Oregon Senior Games; 5K; Bend, OR; www.visitbend.com/Bend_Oregon_Activities_Recreation/Oregon-Senior-Games Portland Trail Series Race #4; 4-6m; Forest Pk, Portland, OR; www.portlandtrailseries.com Running of the Trolls; 5m; Clatsop Cnty Fairgrnds, Astoria, OR; www.astoriascanfest.com FREEDOM 5K - PART OF THE VANCOUVER USA MARATHON WEEKEND; Kids, 5K; Esther Short Pk, Vancouver, WA; www.vancouverusamarathon.com; > Mary’s Peak 50K/25K; 25K, 50K; Blodgett Schl, Blodgett, OR; www.maryspeak50k.com Taylor Mt. 5 Mile, Half-Marathon, Marathon and 50K Trail Run; 5m, 13.1m, 26.2m, 50K; Taylor Mtn, Issaquah, WA; www.evergreentrailruns.com BITE OF BEND - BEER RUN; 5K; Bend, OR; www.thebiteofbend.com BOWERMAN 5K; 5K; Nike World HQ, Beaverton, OR; www.bowermanac.com; > ORRC SUMMER SOLSTICE 5K RUN/WALK; 5K; Clackamas Comm College, Oregon City, OR; www.orrc.net
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Bigfoot Fun Run 5K 10K; 5K, 10K; Yacolt, WA; www.bigfootfunrun.com Fleet Feet Matterhorn Madness 5K; 5K; Swiss Pk, Bonney Lake, WA; www.databarevents.com/mm5k.asp Tillamook County Family YMCA 33rd Annual Milk Run; Kids, 5K, 10K; Tillamook, OR; www.tillamookymca.org
6/28 PACIFIC CREST 5K/10K RUN & WALK Known as the jewel of Northwest destination events, this race held in beautiful Sunriver, OR has become a favorite for athletes from across the globe.
Pacific Crest
5K, 10K; Sunriver Village, Sunriver, OR; www.aasportsltd.com/pacificcrest; > 6/28 7/1 7/2 7/4 7/4 7/4 7/4 7/4 7/4 7/4 7/4 7/4 7/4
KONA MARATHON AND FAMILY RUNS; 5K, 10K, 26.2m; Waikoloa Beach Resort, Kailua-Kona, HI; www.konamarathon.com Portland Trail Series Race #5; 4-6m; Forest Pk, Portland, OR; www.portlandtrailseries.com FIT RIGHT 1ST THURSDAY URBAN ADVENTURE RUN; 1-6m Adv Race; NW Portland, Portland, OR; www.fitrightnw.com FREEDOM 5K 5K; Heckard Field, Molalla, OR; molallarunningclub.com/races/freedom-5k/ SPARK YOUR HEART 5K RUN/WALK Kids, 5K; Riverbend Pk, Bend, OR; www.sparkyourheartbend.com C.A.T. WALK & FUN RUN; 5K; Hillsboro, OR; www.catwalkfunrun.org; > FOOT TRAFFIC FLAT HALF & FULL MARATHON & FIRECRACKER 5K; 5K, 13.1m, 26.2m; Sauvie Island, Portland, OR; www.foottraffic.us/flat; > INDEPENDENCE DAY 10K @ ROGUE FARMS; 10K; Rogue Farms, Independence, OR; www.runwithpaula.com LET FREEDOM RUN 1 MILE, 5K & 10K; 1m, 5K, 10K; Othello, WA; www.ulbfit.com ORRC 5 ON THE 4TH 5K RUN/WALK; 5K; Mentor Graphics, Wilsonville, OR; www.orrc.net RIDGEFIELD INDEPENDENCE RUN; Kids, 5K, 10K; Ridgefield, WA; www.runridgefield.com RIVER RUN ON THE FOURTH OF JULY; 5K, 10K, 10m; Walla Walla Point Pk, Wenatchee, WA; www.runwenatchee.com Aquafina OTC Butte To Butte; 5K, 10K; Spencer Butte to Skinner Butte, Eugene, OR; www.eclecticedgeracing.com
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Camp Patriot 4th of July Fun Run; 1m, 5K; Pasco, WA; www.camppatriotfunrun.org 7/4 Independence Day 5K; 5K; Vassault Pk, Tacoma, WA; www.tacomacityrunningclub.com 7/5 RED, WHITE AND BLUES 5K/10K; 5K, 10K; Portland, OR; www.htcraceseries.com; > 7/11 MISSOULA MARATHON 5K (Sat 7/11), 13.1m, 26.2m (Sun 7/12); Missoula, MT; www.missoulamarathon.org 7/11 22th Annual Lyle’s Myles 5K Run/Walk; 5K; Esther Short Pk, Vancouver, WA; www.runsignup.com 7/11 5K Lunar Stride Glow Run benefitting the American Cancer Society; 5K; Lake Oswego HS Track, Lake Oswego, OR; www.relayforlife.org 7/11 Magnuson Series Summer Spirit Run; 5K, 10K, 15K; Magnuson Pk, Seattle, WA; www.magnusonseries.org 7/11 Run of the Mill 5K; 5K; Mill Creek Town Ctr, Mill Creek, WA; www.mcrunofthemill.com 7/11 Tour des Chutes - COPA Family 5K; 5K; High Lakes Elem Schl, Bend, OR; www.tourdeschutes.org 7/18 49TH ANNUAL SEASIDE BEACH RUN AND PROM WALK Kids, 5K, 10K; Seaside, OR; www.seasidebeachrun.org 7/18 COLUMBIA RIVER TRIATHLON & FITNESS FESTIVAL; 10K; Frenchman’s Bar Pk, Vancouver, WA; www.nwpersonaltraining.com 7/18 DESCHUTES DASH - 10K; 10K; Riverbend Pk, Bend, OR; www.deschutesdash.com 7/18 OLYMPIA LAKEFAIR HALF MARATHON/8K/3K; 5K, 8K, 13.1m; Heritage Pk, Olympia, WA; www.ontherunevents.com 7/18 SHORELINE RUN; 10K; Richland, WA; www.3rrr.org 7/18 25th Annual Manzanita Beach Walk & Run 5K/10K; Kids, 5K, 10K; Manzanita Beach, Manzanita, OR; www.facebook.com/beachwalkrun 7/19 COLUMBIA RIVER TRIATHLON & FITNESS FESTIVAL; 5K; Frenchman’s Bar Pk, Vancouver, WA; www.nwpersonaltraining.com 7/19 DESCHUTES DASH - 5K; 5K; Riverbend Pk, Bend, OR; www.deschutesdash.com 7/19 HARVEST DAYS RUN; 1m, 8K, 13.1m; Battle Ground, WA; harvesthayhalf.getboldevents.com 7/23 5K Aloha Fun Run/Walk; 5K; Esther Short Pk, Vancouver, WA; www.hawaiianfestivalpnw.com 7/25 MICHELOB ULTRA SEAFAIR PIRATE RUN 5K, 8K; Seattle Ctr, Seattle, WA; www.seafair.com 7/25 CAREY LAKE RUN; 5K; Irene Rinehart Riverfront Pk, Ellensburg, WA; www.buduracing.com 7/25 2015 USA MOUNTAIN RUNNING CHAMPIONSHIPS; 4K, 8K, 12K; Bend, OR; www.usmrt.com
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Ladybug Run for CDH Awareness; Kids, 1m, 5K, 10K; Cook Pk, Tigard, OR; www.ladybugrun.com State Park Series #3 Mt Spokane; 5m, 13.1m; Mt. Spokane St Pk, Spokane, ID; www.trailmaniacs.com
7/26 BEAVERTON SUN RUN The 3rd Annual Beaverton Rotary Sun Run is coming to Downtown Beaverton. You don’t want to miss it!
Kids, 5K, 10K; Griffith Pk, Beaverton, OR; www.beavertonsunrun.com 7/26 7/26 7/26 7/26
FIT RIGHT LACAMAS LAKE 1/2 MARATHON AND 5K; 5K, 13.1m; Camas, WA; www.fitrightnw.com; > SUNCADIA MULTISPORT SUMMER FESTIVAL - 5K, 10K & KIDS RUN; Kids, 5K, 10K ; Suncadia, Cle Elum, WA; www.energyevents.com; > WD-10K RUN; 10K; Kittitas County Fairgrounds, Ellensburg, WA; www.buduracing.com Two Cities Summit Run; 8K, 12K; Springfield to Eugene, OR; www.level32racing.com
8/1 HULA GIRL HALF MARATHON, 5K & 10K RUN/WALK Come enjoy a day of Island energy with Hawaiian drummers, musicians and hula dancers with this trio of all women runs. Tutus and grass skirts encouraged!
Hula Girl Half-M arathon 5K & 10K Run / Walk
5K, 10K, 13.1m (held in conjunction with Wahine All Women’s Tri); Blue Lk Pk, Fairview, OR; www.aasportsltd.com/wahine; > 8/1 11TH SHOC WALK & RUN 5K/10K FOR OVARIAN CANCER 1m, 5K, 10K; Latus Motors Harley-Davidson, Gladstone, OR; www.shocfoundation.org
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CRAWFISH CRAWL 5K, 10K & HALF MARATHON; 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Tualatin Commons, Tualatin, OR; www.htcraceseries.com; > HUCKLEBERRY HALF & 10K/5K; 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Welches Mddl Schl, Welches, OR; www.huckleberryhalf.com Anacortes Art Dash; 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Anacortes, WA; www.cityofanacortes.org Race The Reserve; 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Coupeville Elem Schl, Coupeville, WA; www.racethereserve.com
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8/2 MAD DASH FOR CASH Run or walk the first ever Mad Dash for Cash 5k! Where your race entry is your ticket to CASH PRIZES, no matter where you place in the race! 5K; Portland Int’l Raceway, Portland, OR; www.terrapinevents.com 8/2 8/2 8/5 8/6 8/6 8/7 8/8 8/8 8/8 8/8 8/13
CEDAR CREEK 5K/10K BEACH CHALLENGE; Kids, 5K, 10K; Cape Kiwanda St Pk, Pacific City, OR; www.eclecticedgeracing.com/Cedar_Creek_Beach_Challenge.html Timberline Mt Run; 7m; Timberline Lodge, Mt Hood, OR; www.timberlinetrail.com ORRC DUEL DUAL 10K/10M RELAY/10M RACEWALK; 10K, 10m; Catlin Gabel Schl, Portland, OR; www.orrc.net FIT RIGHT 1ST THURSDAY URBAN ADVENTURE RUN; 1-6m Adv Race; NW Portland, Portland, OR; www.fitrightnw.com 45th Annual Bush Park Cross Country Series - Wk 1; 5K; Bush Pk, Salem, OR; www.wvroadrunners.org/bushparkxc XTERRA Trail Run Hagg Lake - 1/2 Marathon, 10K, 5K; 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Hagg Lk, Forest Grove, OR; xterrapdx.com COSMO 7K / VANCOUVER - ALL LADIES RUN; 7K; Fort Vancouver Nat’l Historic Site, Vancouver, WA; www.energyevents.com; > HAULIN’ ASPEN TRAIL RUN - FULL, HALF, & HALF-AS MARATHON; 6.5m, 13.1m, 26.2m; Wanoga Sno-Pk, Bend, OR; www.haulinaspen.com ORRC GARLIC FESTIVAL 5K/10K RUN/WALK; 5K, 10K; North Plains, OR; www.orrc.net Scandia Run; Kids, 5K, 10K; Lyle Day Pk, Junction City, OR; scandiarun.com/index.htm DESCHUTES BREWERY TWILIGHT 5K; 5K; Deschutes Brewery, Bend, OR; www.superfitproductions.com
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45th Annual Bush Park Cross Country Series - Wk 2; 5K; Bush Pk, Salem, OR; www.wvroadrunners.org/bushparkxc HIGH STREET HUSTLE 1K Kids, 5K, 8K; State Capitol Bldg, Salem, OR; www.activesalem.com Magnuson Series Summer Fitness Day; 5K, 10K, 15K, 13.1m; Magnuson Pk, Seattle, WA; www.magnusonseries.org Bridge of the Gods Run; 10K, 13.1m; Cascade Locks, OR; www.bridgeofthegodsrun.com 45th Annual Bush Park Cross Country Series - Wk 3; 5K; Bush Pk, Salem, OR; www.wvroadrunners.org/bushparkxc SEATTLE MARATHON 10K RACE; 10K; Seattle Ctr, Seattle, WA; www.seattlemarathon.org VOLCANO RAIN FOREST RUNS; 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Cooper Ctr, Volcano, HI; www.rainforestruns.com Alki Beach Run 5K; Kids, 5K; Alki Beach Bath House, West Seattle, WA; www.alkibeachrun.com 45th Annual Bush Park Cross Country Series - Wk 4; 5K; Bush Pk, Salem, OR; www.wvroadrunners.org/bushparkxc CANBY DAHLIA RUN; 10K, 13.1m; Canby Foursquare Church, Canby, OR; www.canbydahliarun.org RACE WITH THE GUYS!; 5K, 13.1m; Soap Lake, WA; www.ulbfit.com Riverhawk Run/Walk; 5K; Sorosis Pk, The Dalles, OR; rthouvenel44@embarqmail.com Riverhawk Run/Walk; 5K; Sorosis Pk, The Dalles, OR; rthouvenel44@embarqmail.com FIT RIGHT 1ST THURSDAY URBAN ADVENTURE RUN; 1-6m Adv Race; NW Portland, Portland, OR; www.fitrightnw.com 5TH ANNUAL SUNRIVER MARATHON FOR A CAUSE 5K AND KID’S RACE Kids, 5K; Sunriver Resort, Sunriver, OR; www.sunrivermarathon.com; > GATEWAY TO THE GORGE HALF MARATHON - 5K & 10K; 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Troutdale, OR; www.4theirlives.com; > Dash Point State Park 10K and Half-Marathon Trail Run; 10K, 13.1m; Dash Point St Pk, Federal Way, WA; www.evergreentrailruns.com Hardesty Hardcore; 5.5m, 14m; Hardesty Trailhead, Lowell, OR; www.level32racing.com North County Road Run; 5K, 10K, 25K; Lynden, WA; www.northcountyroadrun.com ORRC GREENWAY TRAIL TRIAL 10K RUN/WALK; 10K; Greenway Trail, Beaverton, OR; www.orrc.net OVERLAKE MEDICAL CENTER LABOR DAY HALF; Kids, 5m, 13.1m; Redmond, WA; www.labordayrun.com Brews Cruise; 5K; Eugene, OR; www.level32racing.com
7th annual Lincoln City Half-Marathon and 10K
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Brews Cruise 5K; 5K; Whitacker District, Eugene, OR; www.eclecticedgeracing.com 11TH ANNUAL WALK, ROLL ‘N’ RUN FOR UCP; 5K, 8K; RiverEast Ctr Parking Lot, Portland, OR; www.walkrollnrun.org LAKE CHELAN SHORE TO SHORE MARATHON, HALF-MARATHON AND 10K; 10K, 13.1m, 26.2m; Lake Chelan, Manson, WA; www.lakechelanmarathon.com NORTH COUNTY WINE RUN; 10K, 13.1m; Gouger Cellars, Ridgefield, WA; northcountywinerun.getboldevents.com 12th Annual Dayton Fiesta Runs; Kids, 1m, 5K, 10K; Dayton, OR; www.daytonfiestarun.com Beaverton Parade Run; 5K; Griffith Pk, Beaverton, OR; www.beavertonfunrun.com Fairhaven Runners Waterfront 15K; 15K; Fairhaven Village Green, Bellingham, WA; www.cob.org/services/recreation/races Kickin Assphault Half Marathon & 10K; 10K, 13.1m; Heritage Pk, Great Falls MT; www.kickinassphaulthalf.com Lookout Tower Trail Climb 30K/5M; 5m, 30K; Lionhead St Pk, Priest Lake, ID; www.priestlakerace.com State Park Series #4 Ponderosa; 5m, 13.1m; Ponderosa St Pk, McCall, ID; www.trailmaniacs.com PINTS TO PASTA 10K RUN/WALK; 10K; The Old Spaghetti Factory, Portland, OR; www.htcraceseries.com; > SURVIVE THE BURN; Kids, 5K, 10K; Riverfront Pk, Salem, OR; www.survivetheburn.org; > BRIDGE OF THE GODDESS HALF MARATHON & 10K; 10K, 13.1m; Bridge of the Gods, Cascade Locks, OR; www.runwithpaula.com; > COSMO 7K / BEND - ALL LADIES RUN; 7K; Bend, OR; www.energyevents.com; > INDIAN SUMMER HALF-MARATHON; 5K, 13.1m; Columbia Point Pk, Richland, WA; www.3rrr.org 31st Annual Harvest Classic; Kids, 1m, 8K; Nampa, ID; www.nampaparksandrecreation.org Forest Grove Lions Run & Walk for Sight; Kids, 5K, 10K; Forest Grove, OR; crcoas8.wix.com/fg-lions-run-walk Magnuson Series Family Fitness Day; 5K, 10K, 15K; Magnuson Pk, Seattle, WA; www.magnusonseries.org Prefontaine Memorial Run; 5K, 10K; Coos Bay, OR; www.prefontainerun.com THE ROGUE RUN; Kids, 10K, 13.1m, 26.2m; Medford, OR; www.theroguerun.com Fremont Oktoberfest 5K; 5K; Fremont Neighborhood, Seattle, WA; www.fremontoktoberfest.com
EVENTS
Look For These Fresh New Races In 2015!
Sunday, March 1, 2015 Wapiti Park, 2118 S. Drift Creek Rd.
On the Central Oregon coast! Early start available for walkers!
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DARK SIDE MOUNTAIN BIKING AND TRAIL RUNNING FESTIVAL; 5m; Mission Ridge Ski & Board Resort, Wenatchee, WA; www.darksidefestival.com FITONE 5K FAMILY RUN, WALK & STROLL / 10K / HALF MARATHON / EXPO; 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Boise, ID; www.fitoneboise.org HAPPY GIRLS HALF MARATHON, 10K AND 5K; 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Spokane, WA; www.happygirlsrun.com/spokane ORRC BEST DAM RUN 10K RUN/WALK; 10K; Estacada, OR; www.orrc.net Quilcene Half-Marathon, 10K and 5K Runs; 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Quilcene Bay, Quilcene, WA; www.quilcenehalfmarathon.com; > Tehaleh 1K Kids, 5K, 10K, Half-Marathon and Marathon Trail Run; 5K, 10K, 26.2m; Bonney Lake, WA; www.evergreentrailruns.com BELLINGHAM BAY MARATHON, HALF MARATHON & 5K; 5K, 13.1m, 26.2m; Bellingham, WA; www.bellinghambaymarathon.org CHAMPOEG PARK HALF MARATHON, 5 MILER & DUATHLON; 5m, 13.1m; Champoeg St Pk, St. Paul, OR; www.energyevents.com; > RACE FOR A SOLDIER HALF MARATHON; Kids, 5K, 13.1m; Gig Harbor Family YMCA, Gig Harbor, WA; www.raceforasoldier.com Multnomah Falls Trail Run; 5.6m; Wahkeena Falls St Pk, Corbett, OR; www.portlandrunner.com LEAVENWORTH OKTOBERFEST MARATHON AND HALF-MARATHON; 13.1m, 26.2m; U.S. Fish Hatchery, Leavenworth, WA; www.teddriven.com/leavenworth-marathon PORTLAND MARATHON KID’S FUN RUN & FESTIVAL; Kids; Portland, OR; www.portlandmarathon.org Harvest Classic 10K Run and 5K Run/Walk; 5K, 10K; Longview, WA; www.rotaryharvestclassic.com Orange Chicken Run!; Kids, 8K, 10K, 13.1m; Memorial Pk, Wilsonville, OR; www.orangechickenrun.com PORTLAND MARATHON 10K FAMILY WALK; 10K; Portland, OR; www.portlandmarathon.org Issaquah Run With The Fishes; Kids, 5K; Issaquah, WA; www.issaquahrun.com
10/10 COSMO 7K / KIRKLAND - ALL LADIES RUN; 7K; Kirkland, WA; www.energyevents.com; > 10/10 ORRC BLUE LAKE 10K/5K RUN/WALK; 5K, 10K; Blue Lk Pk, Fairview, OR; www.orrc.net 10/10 What Women Want Fun Run; 3.5m; West Bank Pk, Great Falls, MT; www.whatwomenwantfunrun.com 10/11 GIRLFRIENDS RUN FOR A CURE QUARTER & HALF MARATHON; 10K, 13.1m; Northwest Personal Training, Vancouver, WA; www.nwpersonaltraining.com 10/11 RACE FOR THE RESCUES PORTLAND; Kids, 1m, 5K, 10K; Portland Int’l Raceway, portland, OR; www.racefortherescuespdx.org; > 10/11 Great Columbia Crossing 10K Run/Walk; 10K; Astoria Megler Bridge, Astoria, OR; www.greatcolumbiacrossing.com 10/11 Snohomish River Run Half Marathon & 10K; 10K, 13.1m; Rotary Pk, Everett, WA; www.snohomishriverrun.com 10/17 MOLALLA RIVER TRAIL RACE 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Hardy Creek Trail Head, Molalla, OR; molallarunningclub.com/molalla-river-trail-race 10/17 HAPPY GIRLS RUN, SISTERS - TRAIL HALF MARATHON AND 5K; 5K, 13.1m; Sisters, OR; www.happygirlsrun.com/sisters 10/17 NEWPORT BAY TO BREWS HALF MARATHON & 10K; 10K, 13.1m; Newport, OR; www.runwithpaula.com 10/18 HUMBOLDT REDWOODS MARATHON, HALF MARATHON & 5K; 5K, 13.1, 26.2m; Humboldt Redwoods St Pk, Weott, CA; www.redwoodsmarathon.org 10/18 LEAVENWORTH OKTOBERFEST PUMPKIN TRAIL RUNS; 8K, 10m; Leavenworth Ski Hill, Leavenworth, WA; www.runwenatchee.com 10/18 SD’S DOWN AND DIRTY HALF & 10K; 10K, 13.1m; Seventh Mtn Resort, Bend, OR; www.superfitproductions.com 10/18 Cause + Event Portland 5K Walk, 5K and 10K Run; 5K, 10K; Bethany Village, Portland, OR; www.causeandeventportland.com 10/18 Goblin Gallop; Kids, 5K; Marymoor Pk, Redmond, WA; www.gogoblingallop.org
10/18 Silver Falls Trail Challenge; 10K; Silver Falls St Pk, Sublimity, OR; www.ascherlindustries.com 10/25 RUN LIKE HELL!; Kids, 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Pioneer Courthouse Sq, Portland, OR; www.terrapinevents.com; > 10/30 ZOMBIE RUN; 5K; Bend, OR; www.bendzombierun.com 10/31 RUN2SURVIVE 5K - ZOMBIE FEST; 5K; Blue Lk Pk, Fairview, OR; www.energyevents.com; > 10/31 Boogie Nights 5K & Dance Party; 5K; Green Lk Pk, Seattle, WA; www.promotionevents.com 10/31 Magnuson Series Halloween Run; 5K, 10K, 15K; Magnuson Pk, Seattle, WA; www.magnusonseries.org 11/1 Battle to the Pacific; 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Fort Stevens St Pk, Hammond, OR; www.ascherlindustries.com 11/7 4TH ANNUAL VETERAN’S DAY 5K & 10K; 5K, 10K; Soap Lake, WA; www.ulbfit.com 11/7 VETERANS DAY 5K RUN/WALK; Kids, 5K; Camp Withycombe, Clackamas, OR; www.htcraceseries.com 11/7 Cause + Event Boise; Kids, 1m, 5K; Boise, ID; www.causeandeventportland.com 11/7 Silver Falls Trail 50K Ultra, Marathon and 7 Mile; 7m, 26.2m, 50K; Silver Falls St Pk, Silverton, OR; www.silverfallsmarathon.com 11/8 Autumn Trails Eugene; 10m; Frank Kinney Pk, Eugene, OR; www.level32racing.com 11/8 Civil War Rivalry Clash 5K, 10K & Tailgate; 5K, 10K; Portland Metro Expo Ctr, Portland, OR; www.rivalryclash.com 11/14 COLUMBIA CLASSIC; 10m; Battelle Campus, Richland, WA; www.3rrr.org 11/14 MUSTACHE DACHE 5K / PORTLAND; 5K; Big Al’s, Beaverton, OR; www.energyevents.com; > 11/14 Grand Ridge 5M, Half-Marathon, Marathon and 50K Trail Run; 5m, 13.1m, 26.2m, 50K; Grand Ridge Pk, Issaquah, WA; www.evergreentrailruns.com
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11/14 Hell of the Northwest Trail Run; 10K, 13.1m; Alsea Falls Rec Area, Monroe, OR; www.oregontrailruns.com 11/21 HARVEST HUSTLE 1 MILE, 5K & 10K; 1m, 5K, 10K; Othello, WA; www.ulbfit.com 11/22 EWEB RUN TO STAY WARM; Kids, 5K, 10K, 13.1m; EWEB River Edge Plaza, Eugene, OR; www.eweb.org/runtostaywarm 11/26 OREGON MID VALLEY ROAD RACE; 2.5mW, 3.75m, 5.2m; Albany, OR; www.omroadrace.org; > 11/26 ORRC TURKEY TROT AT THE ZOO 4 MILE RUN/WALK; 4m ; The Oregon Zoo, Portland, OR; www.orrc.net 11/26 TOFURKY TROT PASADENA; 5K; Rose Bowl Stadium, Pasadena, CA; www.tofurky.com 11/26 TOFURKY TROT PORTLAND; 5K; Oaks Pk, Portland, OR; www.tofurky.com 11/26 TURKEY ON THE RUN; Kids, 5K, 12K; Rotary Pk, Wenatchee, WA; www.runwenatchee.com 11/26 TURKEY TROT 5K; Kids, 5K; Mary S. Young Pk, West Linn, OR; www.htcraceseries.com 11/26 Magnuson Series: Thanksgiving Day Trot!; 5K, 10K; Magnuson Pk, Seattle, WA; www.magnusonseries.org 11/26 Tacoma City Turkey Trot; 1K, 5K; Fleet Feet Tacoma, Tacoma, WA; www.tacomacityturkeytrot.com 11/26 Turkey Day 5K and 5 Mile Run; 5K, 5m; Redmond Watershed, Redmond, WA; www.finishstrongevents.com 11/26 Turkey Trot - Eugene; 4m, 2m; Skinner Butte Pk, Eugene, OR; www.eclecticedgeracing.com 11/26 Turkey Trot Eugene; 2m, 4m; Valley River Ctr, Eugene, OR; www.level32racing.com 11/29 HOT BUTTERED RUN HALF MARATHON, 5K & KIDS KANDY KANE RACE; Kids, 5K, 12K, 13.1m; Esther Short Pk, Vancouver, WA; www.energyevents.com; > 12/5 24TH ANNUAL BEND JINGLE BELL RUN/WALK FOR ARTHRITIS; Kids, 5K; Bend, OR; www.bendjinglebellrun.org 12/5 UGLY SWEATER CHRISTMAS RUN; 5K, 10K; Ridgefield, WA; www.runridgefield.com 12/5 Jingle Bells Run; Kids, 5K, 8K, 12K; Maury Jacobs Pk, Eugene OR; www.level32racing.com 12/5 Shellburg Falls Trail Run; 5m; Shellburg Falls Rec Area, Lyons, OR; www.runwildadventures.com 12/6 PORTLAND JINGLE BELL RUN/WALK FOR ARTHRITIS; Kids, 5K; Portland, OR; www.portlandjinglebellrun.org 12/12 Frozen Trail Runfest; 5K, 9m, 15m, 50K; Buford Pk, Eugene, OR; www.level32racing.com 12/13 HOLIDAY HALF & 5K - PORTLAND; 5K, 13.1m; adidas North America Campus, Portland, OR; www.foottraffic.us/holiday; >
12/19 Magnuson Series: Holiday Fun Run; 5K, 10K, 15K; Magnuson Pk, Seattle, WA; www.magnusonseries.org
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12/31 THE FIRST RUN & WALK Start your New Year right with an energizing 5K or 10K Run/Walk at Midnight on New Year’s Eve along the scenic waterfront in Downtown Portland!
8/1 RUN FOR 24 Run for 24’s twenty-four hour running relay is the new epic running event of the season that takes you through forest trails day and night!
5K, 10K; World Trade Ctr, Downtown, Portland, OR; www.aasportsltd.com/firstrun; >
RELAYS 4/18
Falcon 15K Relay Plus 15k, 10k, 5K Run & 5k Walk; Kids, 5K, 10K, 15K, Relay; Liberty HS, Hillsboro, OR; www.falcon15krelay.com MT. SI RELAY & ULTRA RUNS; 50K, 50m, Relay; Snoqualmie, WA; www.mtsirelay.com 5/30 Twelve Bridges Relay; Relay; Jessie Mays Comm Pk, North Plains, OR; www.onedayrelayseries.com 6/6 BEND BEER CHASE Relay; Worthy Brewing to Crux Fermentation Project, Bend, OR; www.bendbeerchase.com 6/6 Rainier to Ruston Rail-Trail Relay and Ultra; 50m, Relay; Tacoma, WA; www.rainiertoruston.com 6/13 Sawtooth Relay; Relay; Stanley to Sun Valley, ID; www.sawtoothrelay.com 6/19 Epic Oregon Relay; Relay; Portland, OR; www.epicrelays.com/oregon-relay 7/17 RAGNAR RELAY NORTHWEST PASSAGE 2015; 200m, Relay; Blaine, WA; www.ragnarrelay.com/race/northwestpassage 7/18 WILD WOMAN TRAIL MARATHON, RELAY, AND 50K; 26.2m, 50K, Relay; 109 Mt Adams Road, Trout Lake, WA; www.wildwomanmarathon.com 7/18 CSC Barrel to Keg Relay; Relay; Philomath to Newport, OR; www.communityservices.us/barrel-to-keg 7/24 Relay For Life 5K Walk/Run; 5K; Sumner HS, Sumner, WA; www.relayforlife.org 7/25 Lake of Death Relay; Relay; Hagg Lk, Forest Grove, OR; www.gobeyondracing.com 7/31 CASCADE LAKES RELAY Relay; Diamond Lk to Bend, Bend, OR; www.cascadelakesrelay.com 4/26
CASCADE LAKES RELAY - WALK Relay; Silver Lk to Bend, Bend, OR; www.cascadelakesrelay.com
Relay; Flying Horseshoe Ranch, Cle Elum, WA; www.runfor24.com ORRC DUEL DUAL 10K/10M RELAY/10M RACEWALK; 10m, Relay; Catlin Gabel Schl, Portland, OR; www.orrc.net 8/14 SPOKANE TO SANDPOINT RELAY Relay; Spokane, WA to Sandpoint, ID; www.spokanetosandpoint.com 8/14 Grand Teton Relay; Relay; Ashton, ID to Teton Village, WY; www.grandtetonrelay.com 8/28 HOOD TO COAST RELAY; Relay; Mt Hood to Seaside, OR; www.hoodtocoast.com; > 8/28 PORTLAND TO COAST HIGH SCHOOL CHALLENGE; Relay; Portland to Seaside, OR; www.hoodtocoast.com; > 8/28 PORTLAND TO COAST WALK RELAY; Relay; Portland to Seaside, OR; www.portlandtocoastwalk.com; > 9/20 GORGEOUS RELAY; Relay; Wyeth to Portland, OR; www.gorgeousrelay.com 10/25 TRI-CITIES MARATHON AND MARATHON RELAY; 26.2m, Relay; Shilo Inn, Richland, WA; www.3rrr.org 8/5
HALF MARATHONS/ MARATHONS/ULTRAS 2/7 2/7 2/14
Bristow Trail Run; 5m, 10m, 50K, 25K; Elijah Bristow St Pk, Dexter, OR; www.level32racing.com Frost Eagle; 5m, 13.1m; Soaring Eagle Regional Pk, Sammamish, WA; www.nwtrailruns.com ORRC HAGG LAKE 50K TRAIL RUN; 50K; Hagg Lk, Forest Grove, OR; www.haggmud.com
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2/15 HEART BREAKER HALF 5K, 10K, HALF MARATHON Enjoy a fun, heart-healthy event for the whole family. And because it’s the weekend of love, don’t forget to bring along friends and neighbors, too!
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5K, 10K, 13.1m; Liberty HS, Hillsboro, OR; www.aasportsltd.com/heartbreaker; > 2/15 2/15 2/21 2/21 2/21 2/22 2/22 2/28 3/1 3/7
ORRC HAGG LAKE 25K TRAIL RUN; 25K; Hagg Lk, Forest Grove, OR; www.haggmud.com Fort Ebey Kettles Trail Run; 10K, 13.1, 20m, 26.2m; Fort Ebey St Pk, Whidbey Island, WA; www.nwtrailruns.com 2015 Resolution Run 15 Mile / 15K; 15K, 15m; Steilacoom HS, Steilacoom, WA; www.runfsrc.com Fall Creek Run Around; 5K, 15K, 20m; Winberry Pk, Fall Creek Res, OR; www.level32racing.com Fragrance Lake Half Marathon; 13.1m; Larrabee St Pk, Bellingham, WA; www.bellinghamtrail.com Hazel Dell Half Marathon & 8K; 8K, 13.1m; Hazel Dell Max Muscle Sports Nutrition, Vancouver, WA; www.active.com Lord Hill 5 Mile/10 Mile/20 Mile/50K Trail Run; 5m, 10m, 20m, 50K; Lord Hill Regional Pk, Snohomish, WA; www.evergreentrailruns.com RICHLAND RUN FEST; 5K, 13.1m, 26.2m; Red Lion Inn, Richland, WA; www.3rrr.org 6TH ANNUAL LINCOLN CITY HALF MARATHON AND 10K; 10K, 13.1m; Wapiti Pk, Lincoln City, OR; www.lincolncity.org ORRC CHAMPOEG 10K/20K/30K; 10K, 20K, 30K; Champoeg St Pk, St. Paul, OR; www.orrc.net
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Lake Sammamish Half Marathon; 13.1m; Redmond, WA; www.lakesammamishhalf.com Mountain Marathon & Hillbilly 1/2 Marathon Trail Runs; 13.1m, 26.2m; Capitol St Forest, Rock Candy Parking Lot, Olympia, WA; www.guerillarunning.com Spring Run for Fun @ Redmond Watershed; 5m, 10m, 13.1m, 26.2m; Redmond Watershed Preserve, Redmond, WA; www.nwtrailruns.com Run to the Pub; 10K, 13.1m; Bozeman, MT; www.runtothepub.com Spring Fling Trail Run; 5K, 10K, 20K, 13.1m; Alsea Falls Rec Area, Monroe, OR; www.oregontrailruns.com St. Paddy’s Day Run Tacoma; 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Tacoma, WA; www.stpaddyruntacoma.com Stewart Mountain Half Marathon; 13.1m; North Lk Whatcom Pk, Bellingham, WA; www.bellinghamtrail.com adidas Shamrock Run; Kids, 5K, 8K, 15K, 13.1m; Waterfront Pk, Portland, OR; www.shamrockrunportland.com CHUCKANUT 50K; 50K; Bellingham, WA; www.chuckanut50krace.com 2015 Resolution Run 20 Mile / 20K; 20K, 20m; Steilacoom HS, Steilacoom, WA; www.runfsrc.com Volition Half Marathon and 5K; 5K, 13.1m; Barber Pk, Boise, ID; www.volitionamerica.com OAKLAND RUNNING FESTIVAL 5K, 13.1m, 26.2m; Oakland, CA; www.oaklandmarathon.com Comox Valley RV Half Marathon; 13.1m; Courtenay, BC; www.vira.bc.ca McKenzie River Half Marathon; 13.1m; Armitage Pk, Eugene, OR; www.level32racing.com Mercer Island Rotary Half Marathon; 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Mercer Island Comm and Events Ctr, Mercer Island, WA; www.mercerislandhalf.com BIRCH BAY ROAD RACE 5K, 15K, 20m; Birch Bay, Blaine, WA; www.birchbayroadrace.com YAKIMA RIVER CANYON MARATHON; 26.2m; Ellensburg to Selah, WA; www.ontherunevents.com/yrcm; >
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Dash Point State Park 10K and Half-Marathon Trail Run; 10K, 13.1m; Dash Point St Pk, Federal Way, WA; www.evergreentrailruns.com Wheatfield Half Marathon/8K/3K Run/Walk; 3K, 8K, 13.1m; Petersburg Schl, The Dalles, OR; rthouvenel44@embarqmail.com HOP HOP HALF & 5K; 5K, 13.1m; Marine Dr, Portland, OR; www.hophophalf.com; > Shotgun Trail Blast; 5K, 10K, 25K, 50K; Shotgun Creek Rec Area, Marcola, OR; www.level32racing.com GOAT MOUNTAIN GALLOP HALF MARATHON 13.1m; Molalla HS, Molalla, OR; www.uberthons.com/goatmountain Squak Mountain 12K, Half-Marathon, Marathon and 50K Trail Run; 13.1m, 26.2m, 50K; Squak Mtn, Issaquah, WA; www.evergreentrailruns.com BLOOMS TO BREWS MARATHON; 10m, 13.1m, 26.2m, Relay; Horseshoe Lk Pk, Woodland, WA; bloomstobrews.getboldevents.com NEGATIVE SPLIT HALF MARATHON & 5K; 5K, 13.1m; Kendall Yards, Spokane, WA; www.nsplit.com ORRC VERNONIA MARATHON AND HALF MARATHON; 13.1m, 26.2m; Vernonia to Banks, OR; www.orrc.net SALMON RUN; 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Bend, OR; www.runsalmonrun.com Corvallis Half Marathon; 13.1m; Oregon State’s Reser Stadium, Corvallis, OR; www.corvallishalfmarathon.com Everett Half; 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Port Gardner Landing, Everett, WA; www.heroshalf.com Moscow Rolling Hills Half Marathon; 13.1m; Parker Farm, Moscow, ID; moscowrecreation.sportsites.com Peterson Ridge Rumble; 20m, 40m; Sisters Mddl Schl, Sisters, OR; www.petersonridgerumble.com WENATCHEE MARATHON, HALF MARATHON AND 10K; 10K, 13.1m, 26.2m; Performing Arts Ctr, Wenatchee, WA; www.teddriven.com/wenatchee-marathon
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Magnuson Series: Earth Day Run; 5K, 10K, 15K, 13.1m; Magnuson Pk, Seattle, WA; www.magnusonseries.org Menan Butte Trail Challenge; 5K, 12K, 25K, 50K; Menan Butte West Side Parking, Menan, ID; www.buttingear.net ALBERTINA KERR’S RACE FOR THE ROSES HALF MARATHON, 10K AND 5K RACES; 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Oregon Conv Ctr, Portland, OR; www.race4theroses.org; > WHIDBEY ISLAND MARATHON & HALF MARATHON; 13.1m, 26.2m; Oak Harbor, WA; www.whidbeyislandmarathon.com; > Spokane River Run; 5K, 10K, 25K, 50K, Relay; Riverside St Pk, Spokane, WA, Spokane, WA; www.spokaneriverrun.com Lost Creek Trail Runs; Kids, 5K, 30K; Joseph Stewart St Pk, Lost Creek Lk Trail, OR; www.lctrailruns.com Omak Orchards in Bloom; 10K, 13.1m; Rockwall Cellars, Omak, WA; www.active.com Sisters ‘Better Half’ Marathon; 10K, 13.1m; Village Green Pk, Sisters, OR; www.sistershalfmarathon.com BEND MARATHON AND HALF; 13.1m, 26.2m; Bend, OR; www.bend-marathon.com MT. SI RELAY & ULTRA RUNS; 50K, 50m, Relay; Snoqualmie, WA; www.mtsirelay.com Run Like The Wind Running Festival; 1m, 5K, 10K, 13.1m, 30K; Ellensburg, WA; www.run-like-the-wind.com Times Colonist 10K and Half Marathon; 10K, 13.1m; Victoria, BC; www.tc10k.ca Volition Half Marathon and 5K; 5K, 13.1m, 13.1m; Chinook Landing, Marine Pk, Portland, OR; www.volitionamerica.com Grand Ridge 5 Mile, Half-Marathon, Marathon and 50K Trail Run; 5m, 13.1m, 26.2m, 50K; Grand Ridge Pk, Issaquah, WA; www.evergreentrailruns.com
5/3 CINCO DE MAYO HALF MARATHON / 10K / 5K RUN AND WALK Join Portland’s biggest fiesta! This downtown Portland run/ walk ends with a celebration to remember, complete with beer, food and a live mariachi band! Kids, 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Portland, OR; www.terrapinevents.com; >
AVENUE OF THE GIANTS MARATHON; 10K, 13.1m, 26.2m; Fortuna, Avenue of the Giants, CA; www.theave.org; > 5/3 Chuckanut Mountain Full and Half Marathon; 13.1m, 26.2m; Larrabee St Pk, Bellingham, WA; www.bellinghamtrail.com 5/3 Michelob Ultra Tacoma City Marathon; Kids, 5K, 13.1m, 26.2m; Tacoma Narrows Airport, Tacoma, WA; www.tacomacitymarathon.com 5/9 HIPPIE CHICK HALF & QUARTER MARATHON; 6.55m, 13.1m; Hillsboro Stadium, Hillsboro, OR; www.htcraceseries.com; > 5/9 HORSE LAKE TRAIL RUNS; 5m, 13.1m; Horse Lk Reserve, Wenatchee, WA; www.runwenatchee.com 5/9 Smith Rock Ascent; Kids, 15m, 50K; Smith Rock St Pk, Terrebonne, OR; www.gobeyondracing.com 5/10 EUGENE MARATHON Kids, 5K, 13.1m, 26.2m; Hayward Field, Eugene, OR; www.eugenemarathon.com 5/10 Smith Rock Road Half Marathon & 10K; 10K, 13.1m; Smith Rock St Pk, Terrebonne, OR; www.gobeyondracing.com 5/16 Queen of the High Road! Women’s Only 10K and Half Marathon; 10K, 13.1m; Memorial Pk, Wilsonville, OR; www.solesisters.us 5/17 KEIZER IRIS MARATHON/HALF/10K 10K, 13.1m, 26.2m; Keizer, OR; chambermaster.keizerchamber.com/events/details/iris-marathon-half-10k-9099 5/17 CAPITAL CITY MARATHON; 13.1m, 26.2m; Olympia, WA; www.capitalcitymarathon.org; > 5/17 ROCK ‘N’ ROLL PORTLAND HALF MARATHON AND 10K; 10K, 13.1m; Tom McCall Waterfront Pk, Portland, OR; runrocknroll.competitor.com/portland 5/17 Snohomish Women’s Run; 10K, 13.1m; Snohomish, WA; www.snohomishwomensrun.com 5/17 Vineyards Marathon & Grapes of Half; 5K, 13.1m, 26.2m; Silvan Ridge Winery, Eugene, OR; www.pinkbuffaloracing.com 5/23 Soaring Eagle 5 Mile, 10 Mile, Marathon and 50K Trail Run; 5m, 10m, 26.2m, 50K; Soaring Eagle Regional Pk, Sammamish, WA; www.evergreentrailruns.com 5/24 Coeur d’Alene Marathon; 5K, 13.1m, 26.2m; Coeur d’Alene, ID; www.cdamarathon.com 5/24 Green Angel Race; Kids, 3m, 6m, 8m, 10m, 12m, 13.1m; Amboy Mddl Schl, Amboy, WA; www.greenangelrace.com 5/25 Trail Factor 50K; 50K; Forest Pk, Portland, OR; www.gobeyondracing.com 5/30 HAPPY GIRLS 5K, 10K, HALF MARATHON, AND KIDS RUN; 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Riverbend Pk, Bend, OR; www.happygirlsrun.com 5/30 Timberline Marathon & Half Marathon; 13.1m, 26.2m; Othello, WA; www.roguemultisport.com 5/3
5/31 RUN ON THE RIVER Run along the scenic Columbia River in Astoria! Join us for a race on flat road past barking sea lions and the Goonie’s House.
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RED DEVIL CHALLENGE TRAIL RUNS; 10K, 25K; Cashmere, WA; www.runwenatchee.com RUN FOR THE HILLS; Kids, 2m, 8K, 30K; Benton Cnty Fairgrnds, Corvallis, OR; www.gltrunforthehills.com SUJA ROCK ‘N’ ROLL SAN DIEGO MARATHON & 1/2 MARATHON TO BENEFIT THE LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY; 13.1m, 26.2m; San Diego, CA; runrocknroll.com/san-diego Echo Valley 1K, 10K, Half-Marathon, 50K Trail Run; 10K, 13.1m, 50K; Echo Valley Ski Area, Chelan, WA; www.evergreentrailruns.com Rainier to Ruston Rail-Trail Relay and Ultra; 50m, Relay; Tacoma, WA; www.rainiertoruston.com Vashon Island Ultramarathon and Trail Run; 10m, 50K; The O Space, Vashon Island, WA; www.vashonultra.com 7TH ANNUAL WINDERMERE MARATHON AND HALF MARATHON 13.1m, 26.2m; Spokane, WA; www.windermeremarathon.com NORTH OLYMPIC DISCOVERY MARATHON; Kids, 5K, 10K, 13.1m, 26.2m; Olympic Discovery Trail, Sequim to Port Angeles, WA; www.nodm.com Duvall 5K/10K/Half Marathon Runs and Kid’s Dashes; Kids, 5K, 10K, 13.1m; McCormick Pk, Duvall, WA; www.runduvall.org Victoria Goddess Run; 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Langford City Pks, Langford, BC; www.victoriagoddess.com HELVETIA HALF MARATHON, 5K & 10K; 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Hillsboro Stadium, Hillsboro, OR; www.htcraceseries.com; > ROCK ‘N’ ROLL SEATTLE MARATHON & 1/2 MARATHON; 13.1m, 26.2m; Seattle Ctr, Seattle, WA; seattle.competitor.com Elijah Bristow 24 Hour Run; 50K, 50m, 100K, 100m, 12hr, 24hr; Eijah Bristow St Pk, Dexter, OR; www.bristow24.org Montana Governor’s Cup; Kids, 1m, 5K, 10K, 13.1m, 26.2m; Helena, MT; www.govcupmt.com
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Nock the Rock Half Marathon; 13.1m; Soda Springs, ID; nocktherock.weebly.com Snoqualmie Valley Run; 10K, 13.1m, 26.2m; Tolt McDonald Pk, Carnation, WA; www.snoqualmievalleyrun.com State Park Series #2 Heyburn; 5m, 13.1m; Heyburn St Pk, St Maries, ID; www.trailmaniacs.com Yellowstone Half Marathon; 13.1m; Gallatin National Forest, West Yellowstone, MT; www.yellowstonehalfmarathon.com Bald Peak Half; 13.1m; Haggs Tree Farm, Hillsboro, OR; www.baldpeakhalf.com Taylor Mt. 5 Mile, Half-Marathon, Marathon and 50K Trail Run; 5m, 13.1m, 26.2m, 50K; Taylor Mtn, Issaquah, WA; www.evergreentrailruns.com Trail Rail Run; 12K, 30K, 50K, 50m; Mullan, ID to St. Regis, MT; www.trailrailrun.com VANCOUVER USA MARATHON & HALF MARATHON; 13.1m, 26.2m; Esther Short Pk, Vancouver, WA; www.vancouverusamarathon.com; >
6/27 PACIFIC CREST HALF MARATHON & MARATHON Known as the jewel of Northwest destination events, this race held in beautiful Sunriver, OR has become a favorite for athletes from across the globe.
Pacific Crest
13.1m, 26.2m; Sunriver Village, Sunriver, OR; www.aasportsltd.com/pacificcrest; > 6/27
Kaniksu 50 & Emory Corwine Memorial Ruck Race; 50m; Colville Nat’l Forest, Frater Lake, WA; www.kaniksu50.com
6/28 KONA MARATHON AND FAMILY RUNS New Location: Waikoloa Beach Resort, Big Island of Hawaii. All new Race Courses. Introducing the Quarter Marathon. Famous “Lava Fields of Kona”. Run in Paradise. 5K, 10K, 26.2m; Waikoloa Beach Resort, Kailua-Kona, HI; www.konamarathon.com
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Self-Transcendence 7 & 13 Hour Solo & Relay Race; 7hr, 13hr; Magnuson Pk, Seattle, WA; us.srichinmoyraces.org/7hr-race 7/4 FOOT TRAFFIC FLAT HALF & FULL MARATHON & FIRECRACKER 5K; 5K, 13.1m, 26.2m; Sauvie Island, Portland, OR; www.foottraffic.us/flat; > 7/12 FUELED BY FINE WINE HALF MARATHON 13.1m; Dundee, OR; www.fueledbyfinewine.com; > 7/12 MISSOULA MARATHON 5K (Sat 7/11), 13.1m, 26.2m (Sun 7/12); Missoula, MT; www.missoulamarathon.org 7/18 WILD WOMAN TRAIL MARATHON, RELAY, AND 50K; 26.2m, 50K, Relay; 109 Mt Adams Road, Trout Lake, WA; www.wildwomanmarathon.com 7/18 Totem to Totem Marathon, Half and 10k; 10K, 13.1m, 26.2m; Skidegate, Haida Gwaii, BC; www.totemtototem.com 7/19 HARVEST DAYS RUN; 1m, 8K, 13.1m; Battle Ground, WA; harvesthayhalf.getboldevents.com 7/25 SUNCADIA MULTISPORT SUMMER FESTIVAL - HALF & FULL MARATHON; 13.1m, 26.2m; Suncadia, Cle Elum, WA; www.energyevents.com; > 7/25 M.A.D Marathon; 5K, 13.1m, 26.2m; Snake River Landing, Idaho Falls, ID; www.themadmarathon.com 7/25 State Park Series #3 Mt Spokane; 5m, 13.1m; Mt. Spokane St Pk, Spokane, ID; www.trailmaniacs.com 7/26 FIT RIGHT LACAMAS LAKE 1/2 MARATHON AND 5K; 5K, 13.1m; Camas, WA; www.fitrightnw.com; >
8/1 HUCKLEBERRY HALF & 10K/5K August is the month to the run the Huckleberry Half & 10K/5K in beautiful Welches,Oregon! Our adorable Li’l Bigfoot finishers medals are a must for your collection. 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Welches Middle School, Welches, OR; www.huckleberryhalf.com
8/1 HULA GIRL HALF MARATHON, 5K & 10K RUN/WALK Come enjoy a day of Island energy with Hawaiian drummers, musicians and hula dancers with this trio of all women runs. Tutus and grass skirts encouraged!
Half-M arathon 5K & 10K Run / Walk
5K, 10K, 13.1m (held in conjunction with Wahine All Women’s Tri); Blue Lk Pk, Fairview, OR; www.aasportsltd.com/wahine; > 8/1 8/1 8/7
CRAWFISH CRAWL 5K, 10K & HALF MARATHON; 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Tualatin Commons, Tualatin, OR; www.htcraceseries.com; > Anacortes Art Dash; 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Anacortes, WA; www.cityofanacortes.org XTERRA Trail Run Hagg Lake - 1/2 Marathon, 10K, 5K; 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Hagg Lk, Forest Grove, OR; xterrapdx.com
8/8 OREGON WINE COUNTRY HALF MARATHON Reward yourself with beautiful scenery, great weather, sunrise start, world-class Pinot Noirs and Wine and Music Festival, all included. Produced by Destination Races. 13.1m, Relay; Willamette Valley, OR; www.destinationraces.com/runoregon 8/8 8/8 8/12
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HAULIN’ ASPEN TRAIL RUN - FULL, HALF, & HALF-AS MARATHON; 6.5m, 13.1m, 26.2m; Wanoga Sno-Pk, Bend, OR; www.haulinaspen.com Angel’s Staircase 35K, 60K; 35K, 60K; Foggy Dew Campground, Carlton, WA; angelsstaircase.blogspot.com Standhope 60K/25K; 25K, 60K; Pk Creek Campground, Ketchum, ID; standhope.runwildidaho.com Albany Half Marathon; 13.1m; Timber Linn Pk in Albany, Albany, OR; www.albanyhalfmarathon.org Hamster Endurance Runs; 6hr, 12hr, 24hr; Lk Padden, Bellingham, WA; www.hamsterenduranceruns.com Magnuson Series Summer Fitness Day; 5K, 10K, 15K, 13.1m; Magnuson Pk, Seattle, WA; www.magnusonseries.org
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The Forest Park Marathon and Half Marathon; 13.1m, 26.2m; Forest Pk, Portland, OR; www.gobeyondracing.com Bridge of the Gods Run; 10K, 13.1m; Cascade Locks, OR; www.bridgeofthegodsrun.com VOLCANO RAIN FOREST RUNS; 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Cooper Ctr, Volcano, HI; www.rainforestruns.com
8/29 CANBY DAHLIA RUN
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RACE WITH THE GUYS!; 5K, 13.1m; Soap Lake, WA; www.ulbfit.com GATEWAY TO THE GORGE HALF MARATHON - 5K & 10K; 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Troutdale, OR; www.4theirlives.com; > 9/5 Dash Point State Park 10K and Half-Marathon Trail Run; 10K, 13.1m; Dash Point St Pk, Federal Way, WA; www.evergreentrailruns.com 9/5 Volcanic 50; 50K; Cougar, WA; www.gobeyondracing.com 9/6 5TH ANNUAL SUNRIVER MARATHON FOR A CAUSE HALF MARATHON, MARATHON 13.1m, 26.2m; Sunriver Resort, Sunriver, OR; www.sunrivermarathon.com; > 9/6 KELOWNA WINE COUNTRY HALF MARATHON; 13.1m, Relay; Kelowna, BC; www.destinationraces.com/runbc
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9/20 THE ROGUE RUN The Rogue Run is not just a run, it’s an adventure! Cash prizes and AMAZING goodie bags!
9/7 OVERLAKE MEDICAL CENTER LABOR DAY HALF One of the flattest courses in Washington, all Overlake Medical Center Labor Day Half finishers will receive finisher medals and enjoy a post-race beer garden. Kids, 5m, 13.1m; Redmond, WA; www.labordayrun.com
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LAKE CHELAN SHORE TO SHORE MARATHON, HALF-MARATHON AND 10K; 10K, 13.1m, 26.2m; Lake Chelan, Manson, WA; www.lakechelanmarathon.com Plain 100 Mile and 100K; 100K, 100m; Plain WA; www.cascaderunningclub.com State Park Series #4 Ponderosa; 5m, 13.1m; Ponderosa St Pk, McCall, ID; www.trailmaniacs.com Tacoma Narrows Half; 13.1m; Tacoma Narrows Airport, Tacoma, WA; www.tacomanarrowshalf.com BLACK DIAMOND LONG COURSE TRIATHLON & HALF MARATHON; 13.1m, Long Tri; Nolte St Pk, Enumclaw, WA; www.blackdiamondtri.com BOZEMAN MARATHON AND HALF MARATHON; 13.1m, 26.2m; Bozeman, MT; www.bozemanmarathon.com Boring Marathon, Half-Boring Half-Marathon and Near Boring 8K; 8K, 13.1m, 26.2m, 50K; Sam Barlow HS, Gresham, OR; www.boringmarathon.com GOLDEN ULTRA; 5K, 20K, 50K, Relay; Golden, BC; www.goldenultra.com BRIDGE OF THE GODDESS HALF MARATHON & 10K; 10K, 13.1m; Bridge of the Gods, Cascade Locks, OR; www.runwithpaula.com; > INDIAN SUMMER HALF-MARATHON; 5K, 13.1m; Columbia Point Pk, Richland, WA; www.3rrr.org GOAT Run; 13.1m, 26.2m; Port Angeles, WA; www.greatoatrun.org
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FITONE 5K FAMILY RUN, WALK & STROLL / 10K / HALF MARATHON / EXPO; 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Boise, ID; www.fitoneboise.org HAPPY GIRLS HALF MARATHON, 10K AND 5K; 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Spokane, WA; www.happygirlsrun.com/spokane Cle Elum Ridge 50K and 25K; 25K, 50K; Wenatchee Nat’l Forest, Cle Elum, WA; cleelumridge.blogspot.com Mountain Lakes 100; 100m; Olallie Lk Resort, Detroit, OR; www.gobeyondracing.com
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Priest Lake 50K, Marathon, Half-Marathon, 25K; 13.1m, 25K, 26.2m, 50K; Hills Resort, Priest Lake, ID; www.priestlakerace.com Quilcene Half-Marathon, 10K and 5K Runs; 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Quilcene Bay, Quilcene, WA; www.quilcenehalfmarathon.com; > Tehaleh 1K Kids, 5K, 10K, Half-Marathon and Marathon Trail Run; 5K, 10K, 26.2m; Bonney Lake, WA; www.evergreentrailruns.com BELLINGHAM BAY MARATHON, HALF MARATHON & 5K; 5K, 13.1m, 26.2m; Bellingham, WA; www.bellinghambaymarathon.org CHAMPOEG PARK HALF MARATHON, 5 MILER & DUATHLON; 5m, 13.1m; Champoeg St Pk, St. Paul, OR; www.energyevents.com; > RACE FOR A SOLDIER HALF MARATHON; Kids, 5K, 13.1m; Gig Harbor Family YMCA, Gig Harbor, WA; www.raceforasoldier.com Orange Chicken Run!; Kids, 8K, 10K, 13.1m; Memorial Pk, Wilsonville, OR; www.orangechickenrun.com PORTLAND MARATHON & HALF MARATHON 13.1, 26.2m; Portland, OR; www.portlandmarathon.org
10/11 GIRLFRIENDS RUN FOR A CURE QUARTER & HALF MARATHON The Girlfriends have raised nearly $350,000! The 9th Annual Girlfriends Run for a Cure is empower inspire designed specifically for women including a love hope RUN FOR A CURE faith beautiful, flat course, chocolate, massage, power endurecourage strength joy cupcakes and Firemen at the finish line! ON LF MARATH QUARTER & HA
10K, 13.1m; Northwest Personal Training, Vancouver, WA; www.nwpersonaltraining.com 10/11 GoodLife Fitness Victoria Marathon; 8K, 13.1m, 26.2m; Victoria, BC; www.runvictoriamarathon.com 10/11 Snohomish River Run Half Marathon & 10K; 10K, 13.1m; Rotary Pk, Everett, WA; www.snohomishriverrun.com 10/17 RUNAWAY PUMPKIN HALF MARATHON 13.1m; Cheadle Lk Pk, Lebanon, OR; www.runawaypumpkinhalf.org 10/17 HAPPY GIRLS RUN, SISTERS - TRAIL HALF MARATHON AND 5K; 5K, 13.1m; Sisters, OR; www.happygirlsrun.com/sisters 10/17 NEWPORT BAY TO BREWS HALF MARATHON & 10K; 10K, 13.1m; Newport, OR; www.runwithpaula.com 10/17 Elk Kings 25K/50K; 15m, 50K; Tilamook Forest Ctr, Tillamook, OR; www.gobeyondracing.com
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10/18 HUMBOLDT REDWOODS MARATHON, HALF MARATHON & 5K This spectacular course in Humboldt Redwoods State Park runs along the beautiful Avenue of the Giants, home to the world’s tallest trees. Paved, shaded and fast!
11/22 EWEB RUN TO STAY WARM Half marathon, 10K, and 5K along the beautiful Willamette River in Eugene, OR. Flat, fast course fun for elite and novice runners and walkers alike.
5K, 13.1, 26.2m; Humboldt Redwoods St Pk, Weott, CA; www.redwoodsmarathon.org 10/18 Ft. Steilacoom 5K, 10K, Half-Marathon, Marathon and 50K Trail Run; 5K, 10K, 13.1m, 26.2m, 50K; Ft. Steilacoom Pk, Lakewood, WA; www.evergreentrailruns.com 10/24 ORRC AUTUMN LEAVES 50K/50 MILE; 50K, 50m; Champoeg St Pk, St. Paul, OR; www.orrc.net
10/25 RUN LIKE HELL! Join over 5,000 runners and walkers as they dress up in costume and take over the streets of downtown Portland. This Halloween tradition features costume contests, beer, food, and live music! Kids, 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Pioneer Courthouse Sq, Portland, OR; www.terrapinevents.com; > 10/25 TRI-CITIES MARATHON AND MARATHON RELAY; 26.2m, Relay; Shilo Inn, Richland, WA; www.3rrr.org 10/25 Columbia Gorge Marathon and Half Marathon; 13.1m, 26.2m; Hood River, OR; www.columbiagorgemarathon.com 11/7 ZEITGEIST HALF MARATHON; 13.1m; Optimist Football Pk, Boise, ID; www.zhalfmarathon.com; > 11/7 Silver Falls Trail 50K Ultra, Marathon and 7 Mile; 7m, 26.2m, 50K; Silver Falls St Pk, Silverton, OR; www.silverfallsmarathon.com 11/8 Silver Falls Trail Half Marathon; 13.1m; Silver Falls St Pk, Silverton, OR; www.silverfallsmarathon.com 11/14 Grand Ridge 5M, Half-Marathon, Marathon and 50K Trail Run; 5m, 13.1m, 26.2m, 50K; Grand Ridge Pk, Issaquah, WA; www.evergreentrailruns.com
Kids, 5K, 10K, 13.1m; EWEB River Edge Plaza, Eugene, OR; www.eweb.org/runtostaywarm
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FIASCO IN PASCO DUATHLON; Olympic Du; Big Cross Country Course, Road 36, Pasco, WA; www.3rrr.org ONION MAN TRIATHLON; Olympic Tri; Bennington Lk , Walla Walla, WA; www.wwmultisports.com; > SPRING FESTIVAL TRIATHLON AND DUATHLON; Sprint Tri, Sprint Du; Montlake Pk, Moses Lake, WA; www.buduracing.com Heart of the Valley Sprint Triathlon; Sprint (pool) Tri; Osborn Aquatic Ctr, Corvallis, OR; www.bestinthewestevents.com Heat of the Valley Kids Triathlon; Kids Tri, Youth Tri; Osborn Aquatic Ctr, Corvallis, OR; www.bestinthewestevents.com Duck Bill Thrill Triathlon; Olympic Tri; Winberry Pk, Fall Creek Res, OR; pages.uoregon.edu/ducktri/DBT/
6/6 BLUE LAKE TRIATHLON
11/29 AMICA INSURANCE SEATTLE MARATHON; Kids, 13.1m, 26.2m; Seattle Ctr, Seattle, WA; www.seattlemarathon.org 11/29 HOT BUTTERED RUN HALF MARATHON, 5K & KIDS KANDY KANE RACE; Kids, 5K, 12K, 13.1m; Esther Short Pk, Vancouver, WA; www.energyevents.com; > 12/6 CALIFORNIA INTERNATIONAL MARATHON; 26.2m Solo/Relay; Folsom Dam, Sacramento, CA; www.runcim.org 12/13 HOLIDAY HALF & 5K - PORTLAND; 5K, 13.1m; adidas North America Campus, Portland, OR; www.foottraffic.us/holiday; >
Recognized by NW triathletes as the “must do” event to open the triathlon season, the Blue Lake Triathlon encompasses two full days of racing.
TRIATHLONS/DUATHLONS
Sprint Tri, Tri-iT Sprint Tri (My First Tri), Sprint Du (Sat, 6/6); Olympic Tri, Olympic Du (Sun 6/7); Blue Lk Pk, Fairview, OR; www.aasportsltd.com/bluelake; >
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Magnuson Series: Spring Into Action!; Sprint Du; Magnuson Pk, Seattle, WA; www.magnusonseries.org Snake River Triathlon; Sprint Tri; Asotin Aquatic Ctr and Hells Gate St Pk, Lewiston, ID; connect.lcsc.edu/crosscountry OSU BEAVER FREEZER; Sprint (pool) Tri, Sprint Du; Dixon Rec Ctr, OSU Campus, Corvallis, OR; www.osubeaverfreezer.com RAGE IN THE SAGE DUATHLON; Sprint Du, Off Road Du; Kiona Winery and Vineyards, Benton City, WA; www.3rrr.org 27th Annual Grizzly Triathlon; Sprint (pool) Tri; The Grizzly Pool, University of Montana, Missoula, MT; www.grizzlytri.com TRYathlon Clinic & Event; Sprint (pool) Tri, Clinic; LaCamas Swim & Sport, Camas, WA; www.lacamassport.com MOUNT RAINIER DUATHLON (LONG AND SHORT COURSE); Sprint Du, Long Du; Enumclaw Expo Ctr, Enumclaw, WA; www.buduracing.com OREGON DUNES TRIATHLON; Sprint Tri, Sprint Du, Olympic Tri, Olympic Du; Honeyman St Pk, Dunes City, OR; www.oregondunestriathlon.com 2015 MOCK TRI Sprint Tri, Olympic Tri; Vancouver Lk, Vanouver, WA; www.pdxtriclub.org
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6/6 MY FIRST TRI YOU CAN become a triathlete in 2015 with this ideal novice triathlon held at beginner-friendly Blue Lake Park, where veteran triathletes cheer for your success.
MY FIRST TRI
Tri-iT Sprint Tri (Beginner wave at Blue Lake Sprint Tri); Blue Lk Pk, Fairview, OR; www.aasportsltd.com/bluelake; > 6/7 6/13 6/13
Pine Hollow Tri; Sprint Tri, Olympic Tri, Sprint Aquathlon; Pine Hollow Lakeside Resort, Wamic, OR; www.pinehollowtri.com MOSES LAKE TRIATHLON: For the Health of It!; Sprint Tri, Olympic Tri; Blue Heron Pk, Moses Lake, WA; www.buduracing.com TRI FOR LIFE; Sprint (pool) Tri; South Albany HS, Albany, OR; www.optionsprc.org
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ENCOUNTER A RACING EXPEREINCE WITH A SCENIC BACKDROP. UPCOMING SNOHOMISH COUNTY’S EVENTS • McClinchy Mile Bike Ride, Arlington, March 14 • Everett Half, Everett, April 12 • Snohomish Women’s Run, Everett, May 17 • TriMonroe Triathlon & Aquathon, Monroe, June 20
• Lake Tye Triathlon, Monroe, August 8 • Ironman 70.3 Lake Stevens, Lake Stevens, August 16 • Bubble Run 5K, Everett, August 22 • Snohomish River Run, Snohomish, October 11
OPEN UP TO DEDICATION Just minutes north of Seattle, you’ll find a great selection of sports venues for your event. In addition to complete event organization assistance, you’ll find over 5,000 hotel rooms, endless outdoor adventures and unlimited opportunities for fun.
SPORTS COMMISSION MADE POSSIBLE IN PART THROUGH THE SUPPORT OF THE TPA FUND OF SNOHOMISH COUNTY, WASHINGTON.
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Event Guide 6/20 TriMonroe; Sprint Aquathlon; Lk Tye Pk, Monroe, WA; www.trimonroe.com 6/21 LAKE MERIDIAN TRIATHLON - JUNE Sprint Tri, Olympic Tri; City of Kent’s Lk Meridian Pk, Kent, WA; www.lakemeridiantri.com 6/21 CLACKAMAS COVE TRIATHLON; Sprint Tri, Olympic Tri; Clackamette Pk, Oregon City, OR; www.clackamascovetriathlon.com
7/18 COLUMBIA RIVER TRIATHLON & FITNESS FESTIVAL This summer weekend Triathlon & Fitness Festival along the beautiful Columbia River offers both a Short & Olympic Distance Triathlon, Duathlon, 5 & 10km Run and scenic Bike rides.
6/27 PACIFIC CREST TRIATHLON & DUATHLON Known as the jewel of Northwest destination events, this race held in beautiful Sunriver, OR has become a favorite for athletes from across the globe.
Olympic Tri, Olympic Du, 10K (Sat 7/18); Sprint Tri, Sprint Du, 5K (Sun 7/19); Frenchman’s Bar Pk, Vancouver, WA; www.nwpersonaltraining.com
Pacific Crest
Kids (Fri 6/26); Long Tri, Long Du (Sat 6/27); Olympic Tri, Olympic Du (Sun 6/28); Wickiup Reservoir to Sunriver, Sunriver, OR; www.aasportsltd.com/pacificcrest; > 6/27 LAKE PADDEN TRIATHLON; Sprint Tri; Bellingham, WA; www.cob.org 6/27 Padden Duathlon; Sprint Tri, Olympic Tri; Bathhouse West Entrance, Bellingham, WA; www.cob.org/services/recreation/races 6/27 Padden Triathlon; Sprint Tri, Olympic Tri; Lk Padden Pk, Bellingham, WA; www.cob.org/services/recreation/races 6/28 Black Hills Triathlon; Sprint Tri; Long Lk Pk, Lacey, WA; www.blackhillstriathlon.com 7/4 RIGHTEOUS RICHLAND SPRINT TRIATHLON; Sprint Tri, Off Road Tri; Howard Amon Pk, Richland, WA; www.3rrr.org
7/11 HAGG LAKE TRIATHLON & DUATHLON
DESCHUTES DASH - OLYMPIC; 10K, Olympic Tri, Olympic Aquabike; Riverbend Pk, Bend, OR; www.deschutesdash.com 7/18 TIGER TRI; Olympic Tri; Colville, WA; www.tigertri.com; > 7/19 SEAFAIR TRIATHLON & KIDS TRIATHLON Kids Tri, Sprint Tri, Olympic Tri; Seward Pk, Seattle, WA; www.seafair.com; > 7/19 DESCHUTES DASH - SPRINT; 5K, Youth Tri, Sprint Tri, Sprint Aquabike; Riverbend Pk, Bend, OR; www.deschutesdash.com 7/19 RACE THE RIVER TRIATHLON; Sprint Tri; Coeur d’Alene, ID; www.racetheriver.com 7/25 ELLENSBURG SPRINT TRIATHLON; Sprint Tri; Irene Rinehart Riverfront Pk, Ellensburg, WA; www.buduracing.com 7/25 SUNCADIA MULTISPORT SUMMER FESTIVAL - OLYMPIC DU; Olympic Du; Suncadia, Cle Elum, WA; www.energyevents.com; > 7/25 Rolf Prima Tri at the Grove; Sprint Tri, Olympic Tri; Lakeside Pk, Cottage Grove Lk, Cottage Grove, OR; www.bestinthewestevents.com 7/26 WHISKY DICK TRIATHLON; Olympic Tri, Olympic Du; Vantage to Ellensburg, WA; www.buduracing.com 7/18
8/1 WAHINE ALL WOMEN’S TRIATHLON & DUATHLON
One of the most scenic courses in the country, a true test for athletes with its rolling hills on the bike and run leg courses.
Bring out your inner Islander with Hawaiian drummers, musicians and hula dancers setting the mood at this annual All Women’s triathlon/ duathlon event at Blue Lake Park!
Sprint Tri, Tri-iT Sprint Tri, Olympic Tri, Olympic Du; Hagg Lk, Forest Grove, OR; www.aasportsltd.com/hagglake; > 7/11 7/12
Sprint Tri, Tri-iT Sprint Tri, Sprint Du; Blue Lk Pk, Fairview, OR; www.aasportsltd.com/wahine; >
LAKEWOOD SUMMERFEST TRIATHLON; Sprint Tri; Ft. Steilacoom Pk, Lakewood, WA; www.lakewoodsummerfesttriathlon.com Spring Meadow Triathlon and Aquabike; Sprint Tri, Olympic Tri; Spring Meadow St Pk, Helena, MT; www.springmeadowtri.com
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APRIL 26TH - MT RAINIER DUATHLON* SHORT ~ 1.64 mile run, 14.44 mile bike, 3.79 mile run LONG ~ 5.23 mile run, 28.88 mile bike, 3.79 mile run
May 23 Spring Festival 10K Run & 5K Run/Walk,
Moses Lake
May 25 Spring Festival Triathlon/Duathlon,
Moses Lake
Jun 13 Moses LakeTriathlon
Olympic/Sprint/Retro Courses (Includes Dash for a Cure 10K/5K Run/Walk) July 25 Ellensburg Sprint Tri (Includes Carey Lake Run) July 26 Whisky Dick Triathlon (includes 10K Run) Sept 5 Bonney Lake Chamber of Commerce Tri: Olympic and Sprint Courses* Sept 12 Lake Stevens Triathlon Olympic and Sprint Courses*
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WHIDBEY ISLAND TRIATHLON Sprint Tri; Langley, WA; www.whidbeytriathlon.com POWER OF PASCO SPRINT TRIATHLON; Sprint Tri; Chiawana Pk in Pasco, Pasco, WA; www.3rrr.org
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8/2 MID-SUMMER TRIATHLON & DUATHLON There’s something for everyone, at this Hawaiian-themed event, with novice, sprint and Olympic-distance races. Hawaiian drummers, musicians and hula dancers add to the Island vibe! Sprint Tri, Tri-iT Sprint Tri, Olympic Tri, Sprint Du; Blue Lk Pk, Fairview, OR; www.aasportsltd.com/midsummer; > 8/2
Bellingham Youth Triathlon; Kids Tri, Sprint Tri; Arne Hanna Aquatic Ctr, Bellingham, WA; www.trithecookie.com Race Montana Triathlon; Kids Tri, Sprint (pool) Tri; Electric City Water Pk, Great Falls, MT; www.racemttri.com
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8/8 EMMETT’S MOST EXCELLENT TRIATHLONS Come join us for the 14th Annual Emmett’s Most Excellent Triathlons in Downtown Emmett, Idaho; just 30 miles from Boise! USAT Sanctioned, Cash Prizes. Kids Tri (Fri 8/7); Sprint Tri, Olympic Tri, Olympic Aquabike (Sat 8/8); Emmett/Boise, ID; www.emmetttri.com; > 8/8 8/8 8/8 8/15 8/16
Coeur d’Alene Triathlon & Duathlon; Olympic Tri; Coeur d’Alene City Pk, Coeur d’Alene, ID; www.cdatriathlon.com Lake Tye Triathlon; Sprint Tri, Olympic Tri, Youth Tri; Lk Tye, Monroe, WA; www.laketyetriathlon.com XTERRA PDX - Epic Off Road Weekend; Kids Tri, Sprint Tri, Olympic Tri; Hagg Lk, Forest Grove, OR; xterrapdx.com Polson Triathlon; Olympic Tri; Riverside Pk, Polson, MT; www.polsontriathlon.com CRESCENT CITY TRIATHLON; Sprint Tri (pool), Sprint Du; Fred Endert Pool, Crescent City, CA; www.crescentcitytriathlon.com; >
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West Plains WunderWoman Triathlon; Sprint Tri, Olympic Tri; Waterfront Pk, Medical Lake, WA; www.emdesports.com 8/21 AQUAMAN DUATHLON; Sprint Aquathlon; Howard Amon Pk, Richland, WA; www.3rrr.org 8/22 TITANIUM MAN JUNIOR TRIATHLON; Kids Tri, Youth Tri; Howard Amon Pk, Richland, WA; www.3rrr.org 8/23 LAKE MERIDIAN TRIATHLON - AUGUST Sprint Tri, Olympic Tri; City of Kent’s Lk Meridian Pk, Kent, WA; www.lakemeridiantri.com 8/29 Priest Lake Triathlon and MTB Sprint Tri; Sprint Tri, Olympic Tri; Hills Resort, Priest Lake, ID; www.priestlakerace.com 9/5 ALUMINUM MAN TRIATHLON; Sprint Tri, Olympic Tri, Olympic Du; Riverfront Pk, The Dalles, OR; www.racecenter.com/aluminumman; > 9/5 BONNEY LAKE TRIATHLON (OLYMPIC AND SPRINT); Sprint Tri, Olympic Tri; Allen York Pk, Bonney Lake, WA; www.buduracing.com 9/5 TITANIUM MAN TRIATHLON; Olympic Tri; Columbia Pk, Richland, WA; www.3rrr.org 9/12 MAC DASH Kids Tri, Youth Tri, Sprint (pool) Tri; Madras Aquatic Ctr, Madras, OR; www.macdash.org 9/12 BEST IN THE WEST TRIATHLON FESTIVAL; Sprint Tri, Long Tri (Sat 9/12); Kids, Try-a-Tri, Olympic Tri (Sun 9/13); Lewis Creek Pk, Sweet Home, OR; www.bestinthewestevents.com 9/12 LAKE STEVENS TRIATHLON (OLYMPIC AND SPRINT); Sprint Tri, Olympic Tri; Lake Stevens, WA; www.buduracing.com 9/13 BLACK DIAMOND LONG COURSE TRIATHLON & HALF MARATHON; 13.1m, Long Tri; Nolte St Pk, Enumclaw, WA; www.blackdiamondtri.com 9/19 Magnuson Series Family Fitness Day; Sprint Du; Magnuson Pk, Seattle, WA; www.magnusonseries.org 9/20 PORTLAND TRIATHLON; Sprint Tri, Olympic Tri; Cathedral Pk, Portland, OR; www.portlandtri.com 9/27 CHAMPOEG PARK HALF MARATHON, 5 MILER & DUATHLON; Sprint Du; Champoeg St Pk, St. Paul, OR; www.energyevents.com; >
MUD/OBSTACLE/MULTI-SPORT/ ADVENTURE RACING 2/14 2/14 3/7 3/8
MY MUDDY VALENTINE; 5K, Mud/Obstacle; Lee Farms, Tualatin, OR; www.terrapinevents.com Cupid 5K; 5K, Adv Race; Seattle, WA; www.cupid5k.com THE FREEZE; 5K, 5m, Mud/Obstacle; Salem, OR; www.racethefreeze.com Padden Mudfest; 6m, Mud/Obstacle; Lk Padden in Bellingham, WA, Bellingham, WA; www.gbrc.net
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Rock Creek Ramble Navigation Race; 4hr, 7hr, 10hr; Escure Ranch, Rock Creek Rec Area, Lamont, WA; www.three15er.com Smith Rock Spring Sting; Adv Race; Smith Rock St Pk, Bend, OR; www.bendracing.com/smith-rock-spring-sting U.S. BANK POLE PEDAL PADDLE; Multi-Sport Relay/Solo; Mt Bachelor, Bend, OR; www.pppbend.com The BEAST Adventure Races; Adv Race; Port Gamble, WA; www.unleashthebeastnw.com
5/24 SKI TO SEA RACE Teamwork is key in this relay race encompassing 7 different disciplines: XC Skiing, Downhill Skiing or Snowboarding, Running, Road Biking, Canoeing, Mountain Biking, and Kayaking.
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ATLAS RACE Medford Oregon; 3-4m, Mud/Obstacle; Medford, OR; www.atlasrace.com 5/30 Hood 2 River Relay; Multi-sport, Adv Race; Hood River, OR; www.hood2riverrelay.com 5/31 Gap2Gap Relay; Multi-sport, Relay; Sarg Hubbard Pk, Yakima, WA; www.yakimagreenway.org/g2g 6/6 NORTH VANCOUVER SPARTAN SPRINT 5K, Mud/Obstacle; North Vancouver, BC; www.spartanrace.com 6/6 Get A Clue Scavenger Race; Adv Race; Canby, OR; getacluecanby.webs. com 6/20 SUMMER SOLSTICE URBAN OBSTACLE RACE 5K, 10K, Adv Race; Northwest Personal Training, Vancouver, WA; www.nwpersonaltraining.com 6/20 Running Wild 5K Fun Run/Walk & Outdoor Skills Challenge; 5K, Adv Race; EE Wilson Wildlife Area, Monmouth, OR; www.teamrunningwild.com 6/28 BELLINGHAM KIDS TRAVERSE; 1m, Mud/Obstacle, MTB; Civic Field, Bellingham, WA; www.bellinghamkidstraverse.com 7/25 KULSHAN QUEST ADVENTURE RACE Adv Race; Fairhaven, Bellingham, WA; www.kulshanquest.com 8/1 The Epic Grind; Kids, 5K, 10K, Mud/Obstacle; Hagg Lk, Forest Grove, OR; www.epic-grind.com
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Willamette River Relay is Oregon’s newest multi-sport event. 2.4mi paddle, 16.2mi bike, and 6.2mi run along the Calapooia and Willamette Rivers. Afterparty at August 15, 2015 Calapooia Brewing Company. Multi-sport; Monteith Pk, Albany, OR; www.riverrelay.com MUDS TO SUDS MUD RACE; 5K, Mud/Obstacle; Hovander Pk, Ferndale, WA; www.mudstosuds.com 8/29 Bend AR; Adv Race; Bend, OR; www.bendracing.com/bend-ar 9/12 North Bend Iron Horse Traverse; Multi-sport; North Bend, WA; www.recreationnorthwest.org 9/19 BELLINGHAM TRAVERSE Multi-sport, Relay; Boundary Bay Brewery, Bellingham, WA; www.bellinghamtraverse.com 9/19 THE INFERNO; 5K, 10K, 13.1m Mud/Obstacle; Salem, OR; www.racetheinferno.com 9/26 SPARTAN SUN PEAKS BEAST 21K, Mud/Obstacle; Sun Peaks Resort, BC; www.spartanrace.com 9/26 SPARTAN SUN PEAKS ULTRA BEAST 42K, Mud/Obstacle; Sun Peaks Resort, BC; www.spartanrace.com 9/26 SAN JUAN ISLAND QUEST ADVENTURE RACE; Adv Race; Moran St Pk, Orcas Island, WA; www.recreationnorthwest.org 9/26 Race the Reaper; 3m, 6m; Flying M Ranch, Yamhill, OR; www.racethereaper.org 9/27 SPARTAN SUN PEAKS SPRINT 5K, Mud/Obstacle; Sun Peaks Resort, BC; www.spartanrace.com 10/3 Pirate Plunder Adventure Race; Mud/Obstacle; Yakima, WA; www.pirateplunderrace.com 10/10 Detroit Lake Mud Run; 10K, Mud/Obstacle; Detroit Lk Rec Area, Detroit, OR; www.runwildadventures.com 8/29
Multi-sport, Adv Race; Mt Baker Ski Area to Bellingham Bay, Bellingham, WA; www.skitosea.com
OLYMPIC, LONG COURSE, CLUB, & COLLEGIATE CHAMPIONSHIPS:
8/15 WILLAMETTE RIVER RELAY
CYCLING SERIES 4/6 4/14
Monday Night PIR; Circuit; Mon 4/6-8/31; Portland Int’l Raceway, Portland, OR; www.obra.org Tuesday Night PIR; Circuit; Tue 4/14-8/25; Portland Int’l Raceway, Portland, OR; www.obra.org
Best in the West Triathlon Festival, September 12-13, Sweet Home, OR www.bestinthewesttriathlon.com Race the River July 19, Coeur d'Alene, ID www.racetheriver.com Mt Rainer, April 26, Enumclaw, WA www.buduracing.com Age Group Qualifier for 2016 Nationals
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BLACK DIAMOND Long Course Triathlon & Half Marathon Long Course Triathlon & Half Marathon Sunday, September Long Course Triathlon - 1.2 mile swim, 56 mile bike, 13.1 mile run Half Marathon - 13.1 miles Individual and Team Competition, Post-race meal, Beer Garden, Music, Kids Play Area, Swimming, & more Held at Nolte State Park, located just 41 miles from Seattle and 5 miles north of Enumclaw, Washington.
www.blackdiamondtri.com
Event Guide 5/5 6/1 6/3 7/7 8/4
Twilight TT Series; Time Trial; Tue 5/5-6/30; Eugene, OR; www.obra.org Portland Short Track MtB Series; MtB; Mon 6/1-7/27; Portland, OR; www.obra.org Mt. Tabor Series; Circuit; Wed 6/3-7/8; Portland, OR; www.obra.org Twilight Criterium Series; Circuit; Tue 7/7-7/28; Eugene, OR; www.obra.org Twilight Cyclocross Series; Cyclocross; Tue 8/4-9/29; Eugene, OR; www.obra.org
CYCLING RACES 2/22 3/1 3/8 3/15 3/22 3/28 4/5 4/11 4/12 4/12 4/19 4/20 4/25 5/2 5/3 5/3 5/19 5/23 5/23 5/31
Jack Frost TT; Time Trial; Vancouver, WA; www.obra.org Dirty Circles #1; Circuit Race; West Coast Training, Woodland, WA; www.zone5promotions.com Dirty Circles #2; Circuit Race; West Coast Training, Woodland, WA; www.zone5promotions.com Dirty Circles #3; Circuit Race; West Coast Training, Woodland, WA; www.zone5promotions.com Cherry Pie Road Race; Road; Adair Village, OR; www.obra.org Gorge Roubaix & Gorge Gravel Grinder; Road/Gravel; The Dalles, OR; www.gorgeroubaix.com Monument Series: Hagg Lake; Road; Hagg Lk, Forest Grove, OR; www.obra.org King’s Valley Road Race; Road; Kings Valley, OR; www.obra.org As the Raven Flies TT; Time Trial; McMinnville, OR; www.obra.org Mudslinger; 10m, 20m, MTB; Blodgett Schl, Blodgett, OR; www.mudslingerxc.com As the Raven Flies TT; Time Trial; McMinnville, OR; www.obra.org Monday Night PIR Bike Race Series; Circuit Race; Portland Int’l Raceway, Portland, OR; www.racemondaynight.com Deschutes River Valley Time Trial Stage Race; 2 Day, Time Trial; Maupin, OR; www.raceacrossoregon.com/deschutes TOUR DE BLOOM OMNIUM; Criterium, Time Trial, Road Race; Various Locations, Wenatchee, WA; www.wenatcheevalleyvelo.org Coast Hills Classic XC MTB; MTB; Newport, OR; www.obra.org Monument Series: Montinore; Road; Forest Grove, OR; www.obra.org Webcyclery Chainbreaker presented by Bend Endurance Academy MTB; MTB; Bend, OR; www.obra.org 24 Hours Round the Clock; MTB; Riverside St Pk, Spokane, WA; www.roundandround.com Bend Don’t Brake; Road; Bend, OR; www.benddontbrake.com The Oregon Gran Fondo; Road; Cottage Grove, OR; www.dark30sports.com/ogf
BAVARIAN BIKE & BREWS; MTB; Leavenworth, WA; www.dasradhaus.com The Woodrat 25er; 12m, 25m MTB; Inn at Priest Lake, Priest Lake, ID; www.priestlakerace.com 6/7 Monument Series: Hagg Lake; Road; Hagg Lk, Forest Grove, OR; www.obra.org 6/13 High Desert Omnium; 2 Day, TT, Criterium, Road (RR State Champs); Bend, OR; www.highdesertomnium.com 6/20 Mary’s Peak Hillclimb; Time Trial; Philomath, OR; www.obra.org 6/22 Alpenrose Six Day; 6 Day, Track; Alpenrose Velodrome, Portland, OR; www.obra.org 6/26 Baker City Cycling Classic; Stage Race; Baker HS, Baker City, OR; www.bakercitycycling.org 6/26 Baker City Cycling Classic; 3 Day Stage; Baker City, OR; www.bakercitycycling.org 7/11 Oregon 12/24; Relay, MTB; Wanoga Sno-Pk, Bend, OR; www.oregonmtb24.com 7/11 Oregon 24; 24hrs; Wanoga Sno-Pk, Bend, OR; www.oregonmtb24.com 7/12 OUCH: Larch Mtn Uphill Time Trial; Time Trial; Corbett Schl Complex, Corbett, OR; www.consystency.Net/OBRA/OUCH 7/17 Alpenrose Velodrome Challenge; 3 Day, Track; Alpenrose Velodrome, Portland, OR; www.obra.org 7/19 OBRA: Uphill Time Trial State Championship; Time Trial; Timberline Lodge, Government Camp, OR; www.consystency.Net/OBRA/MHTT 7/20 High Cascades 100; 100m MTB; Athletic Club of Bend, Bend, OR; www.highcascades100.com 7/25 Mt. Tabor Circuit Race; Circuit; Portland, OR; www.obra.org 7/26 Revenge of the Disc: Race 1; Time Trial; Brownsville, OR; www.obra.org 8/2 Revenge of the Disc: Race 2; Time Trial; Brownsville, OR; www.obra.org 8/8 Alsea Falls MTB Festival; MTB, Bike Tour, Clinic; Alsea Falls Rec Area, Monroe, OR; www.mudslingerevents.com 8/9 Revenge of the Disc: Race 3; Time Trial; Brownsville, OR; www.obra.org 8/21 Eugene Celebration; 3 Day, Stage; Eugene, OR; www.obra.org 9/12 FAT 55 Mountain Bike Marathon; MTB; Greenwaters Pk, Oakridge, OR; www.fatfiftyfive.com 9/26 DARK SIDE MOUNTAIN BIKING AND TRAIL RUNNING FESTIVAL; MTB; Mission Ridge Ski & Board Resort, Wenatchee, WA; www.darksidefestival.com 9/27 Battle at Barlow; Cyclocross; Gresham, OR; www.obra.org 10/10 CROSS CRUSADE: ALPENROSE; 2 Day, Cyclocross; Portland, OR; www.crosscrusade.com 10/18 CROSS CRUSADE: WASHINGTON COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS; Cyclocross; Hillsboro, OR; www.crosscrusade.com 6/6 6/6
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10/31 CROSS CRUSADE: DESCHUTES BREWERY; 2 Day, Cyclocross; Bend, OR; www.crosscrusade.com 11/8 CROSS CRUSADE: BARTON PARK; Cyclocross; Estacada, OR; www.crosscrusade.com 11/14 CROSS CRUSADE: PORTLAND INTERNATIONAL RACEWAY; 2 Day, Cyclocross; Portland, OR; www.crosscrusade.com
CYCLING TOURS/RIDES 2/8 3/15 4/12 5/16 5/16 5/31 6/6 6/13
Worst Day of the Year Ride; 15m, 46m Bike Tour; Lucky Labrador Brew Pub, Portland, OR; www.worstdayride.com Gran Fondo Ephrata; 80m; Ephrata HS, Ephrata, WA; www.rideviciouscycle.com Gran Fondo Goldendale; Bike Tour; Goldendale, WA; www.rideviciouscycle.com REACH THE BEACH; 100m; Portland to Pacific City, Portland, OR; www.htcraceseries.com Tour de Cure to Stop Diabetes; Bike Tour; Northern Quest Resort and Casino, Airway Heights, WA; www.diabetes.org/spokanetourdecure Seattle Tour de Cure; 10m, 25m, 40m, 70m, 100m; Marymoor Pk, Redmond, WA; diabetes.org/seattletourdecure APPLE CENTURY BIKE RIDE; Bike Tour; Walla Walla Point Pk, Wenatchee, WA; www.applebikeride.com Strawberry Century; Bike Tour; Lebanon HS, Lebanon, OR; www.santiamspokes.org
6/26 TOUR DE CREST Two fun, family-friendly bike tours offer the opportunity to ride part or all of the scenic bike courses used during the weekend’s multisport races. 25m, 55m Ride; Sunriver Village, Sunriver, OR; www.aasportsltd.com/pacificcrest; > 6/27 6/27 7/18
Petal Pedal; 30m, 48m, 71m, 100m Bike Tour; Silverton, OR; www.petalpedal.com Silver Valley Ride to Defeat ALS; Bike Tour; Trail of the Coeur d’Alenes, Enaville Trailhead, Kingston, ID; www.rideals.org COLUMBIA RIVER TRIATHLON & FITNESS FESTIVAL; 30-40m; Frenchman’s Bar Pk, Vancouver, WA; www.nwpersonaltraining.com
33nd Annual
Saturday July 11, 2015 Por tland
The NorthWest’s Original Olympic Distance Tri ! Return to the original triathlon battlefield of legends such as Dave Scott in this historic venue that has played host to over 30 years of competition.
Sprint Triathlon
Olympic Triathlon
Tri-iT Novice
Olympic Duathlon
1/2-Mile Swim, 20K Bike, 5K Run
1/4-Mile Swim, 20K Bike, 5K Run
1.5K Swim, 40K Bike, 10K Run
5K Run, 40K Bike, 5K Run
After party includes live music, food, Deschutes Brewery beer, Sports & Fitness Expo, prizes and awards, all in a scenic lakeside park setting. Henry Hagg Lake Park, Forest Grove, Oregon Located 30 minutes west of downtown Portland. aasportsltd.com/hagglake
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Event Guide
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TOUR DE WHATCOM; Bike Tour; Boundary Bay Brewery, Bellingham, WA; www.tourdewhatcom.com Jedermann Gran Fondo Bike Ride; Bike Tour; Cheney, WA; www.emdesports.com COLUMBIA RIVER TRIATHLON & FITNESS FESTIVAL; 20-30m; Frenchman’s Bar Pk, Vancouver, WA; www.nwpersonaltraining.com Ride to Defeat ALS; 25m, 40m, 60m Bike Tour; Snohomish Centennial Trail, Snohomish, WA; www.alsa.org Willamette Gran Fondo; Bike Tour; Philomath HS, Philomath, OR; www.willamettegranfondo.com VELOPRO_AD1_INTRO.pdf 1 9/10/14 Obliteride; Bike Tour; Gas Works Pk, Seattle, WA; www.obliteride.org
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CHAMPAGNE BIKE RIDE - ALL LADIES BIKE RIDE; 20m, 35m; Fort Vancouver Nat’l Historic Site, Vancouver, WA; www.energyevents.com; > Providence Bridge Pedal and Stride; Bike Tour; Portland, OR; www.bridgepedal.com Ride Around the Sound; Bike Tour; Seattle, WA; action.lung.org Round the Sound for Ultrasound (4US); Bike Tour; Ft. Steilacoom Pk, Lakewood, WA; www.4us.org THE KETTLE METTLE 100K+ Gravel Ride; Penticton to Kelowna, BC; www.kettlemettle.ca
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Sun Country Snowshoe Run; 5K, 10K; Cle Elum, WA; www.krankevents.com/snowshoe-races Kongsberger Stampede XC Ski Race; XC Ski; Cabin Creek, WA; www.kongsbergers.org MOOSE DEWLAP CITIZENS TREK; XC Ski; Lk Wenatchee Rec Club, Leavenworth, WA; www.skileavenworth.com Snow Lovers Loop; 8K, 4K Snowshoe; Odell Lk Resort, Odell Lake, OR; www.level32racing.com Snow Lovers Loop Snowshoe; 3m, 6m; O’Dell Lk Resort, OR; www.eclecticedgeracing.com Ozbaldy XC Ski Race; XC Ski; Cabin Creek, WA; www.kongsbergers.org Adult Swim Clinics 1-3; Swimming, Clinic; LaCamas Swim & Sport, Camas, WA; www.lacamassport.com NW Open Water Swim Series; Swimming; Hagg Lk, Forest Grove, OR; www.athletepath.com Early Season Cold Lake Swim Training and Clinic; Swimming, Clinic; Harry Todd Pk; American Lk, Lakewood, WA; www.trisportcoach.com First Open Water Swim Workout & Clinic; Swimming, Clinic; Harry Todd Pk; American Lk, Lakewood, WA; www.trisportcoach.com
5/31 HAGG LAKE OPEN WATER SWIM AND PADDLEBOARD RACE Enjoy one or all three swim events at scenic Henry Hagg Lake. The single-loop courses and added paddle board race are challenging and fun!
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800-4K mtrs Swimming, 4K Paddleboard; Hagg Lk, Forest Grove, OR; www.pdxtriclub.org 10:30 AM
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THE BLUESEVENTY FRIDAY NIGHT SWIM RACE - JUNE; Swimming; City of Kent’s Lk Meridian Pk, Kent, WA; www.fridaynightswimraces.com Adult Swim Clinics 1-3; Swimming, Clinic; LaCamas Swim & Sport, Camas, WA; www.lacamassport.com THE BLUESEVENTY FRIDAY NIGHT SWIM RACE - JULY; Swimming; City of Kent’s Lk Meridian Pk, Kent, WA; www.fridaynightswimraces.com FAT SALMON OPEN WATER SWIM; 1.25m, 3.4m; Madison Pk, Seattle, WA; www.fatsalmon.org; > The Coeur d’Alene Crossing; 2.4m; Hagadone Event Ctr, Coeur d Alene, ID; www.cdacrossing.com SWIM ACROSS AMERICA - MOSES LAKE; .5m, 1m, 2.4m; Blue Heron Pk, Moses Lake, WA; www.swimacrossamerica.org; > SWIM ACROSS AMERICA - SEATTLE; .5m, 1m, 2.4m; Luther Burbank Pk, Mercer Island, WA; www.swimacrossamerica.org; > COLUMBIA CROSSING SWIM; Swimming; Chiawana Pk, Pasco, WA; www.3rrr.org
TRAINING/CAMPS/CLINICS/ EXPOS 2/14 2/22 3/7 3/15 4/6 4/19 5/16 5/17 6/6 6/27 6/27
RACECENTER & FOOT TRAFFIC EVENT EXPO Expo; Foot Traffic NE, Portland, OR; www.foottraffic.us/events CHI RUNNING INTRODUCTORY HALF-DAY WORKSHOP; Clinic; Catlin Gabel Schl, Portland, OR; www.chiliving.com FOOT TRAFFIC WOMEN’S ACADEMY 5K, 10K, & HALF MARATHON TRAINING PROGRAM; Training Program; Foot Traffic, Portland, OR; www.foottraffic.us/academy CHI RUNNING INTRODUCTORY HALF-DAY WORKSHOP; Clinic; Catlin Gabel Schl, Portland, OR; www.chiliving.com Jr HeadHunter Triathlon Camp; Clinic; Camas, WA; www.lacamassport.com CHI RUNNING INTRODUCTORY HALF-DAY WORKSHOP; Clinic; Catlin Gabel Schl, Portland, OR; www.chiliving.com CHI RUNNING INTRODUCTORY HALF-DAY WORKSHOP; Clinic; Friendly House Comm Ctr, Portland, OR; www.runningmindfully.com Athletes Lounge Triathlon Training Camp; Training Camp; Bend, OR; www.athleteslounge.com CHI WALKING INTRODUCTORY HALF-DAY WORKSHOP; Clinic; Friendly House Comm Ctr, Portland, OR; www.runningmindfully.com CHI RUNNING ONE-DAY WORKSHOP; Clinic; Catlin Gabel Schl, Portland, OR; www.chiliving.com CHI WALKING HALF-DAY WORKSHOP; Clinic; Catlin Gabel Schl, Portland, OR; www.chiliving.com
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AA Sports Multisport Series...........................................................49
Hula Girl Half Marathon, 5K & 10K..............................................44
Race for the Roses........................................................................7
AA Sports Run Series...................................................................45
Humboldt Redwoods Marathon....................................................70
Rainbow Racing System..............................................................82
Adventure Wenatchee..................................................................72
Jamba Juice...............................................................................16
RegToRace.................................................................................54
Athletes Lounge...........................................................................18
Jamba Juice...............................................................................17
REP Lab.....................................................................................69
Avenue of the Giants....................................................................62
Kettle Metal Ride.........................................................................80
Rock ‘n’ Roll Portland....................................................................9
Bellingham Whatcom County Tourism..........................................23
Lake Run....................................................................................51
Rock ‘n’ Roll San Diego...............................................................19
Black Diamond Triathlon & Half Marathon....................................77
Lay It Out Events.........................................................................61
Rock ‘n’ Roll Seattle.....................................................................25
Bloomsday.................................................................................59
Leukemia Society Team In Training.................................................5
Run Molalla Series......................................................................64
Blue Lake Triathlon/Duathlon........................................................33
Lincoln City Half Marathon...........................................................65
Run With Paula..........................................................................65
Budu Racing...............................................................................74
Marathon Printing, Inc.................................................................82
Seafair........................................................................................75
California International Marathon..................................................71
Marketplace................................................................................82
Snohomish County Tourism Bureau..............................................73
Capital City Marathon..................................................................68
Maxwell Medals..........................................................................82
Spartan Race BC.........................................................................26
Cascade Relays..........................................................................83
Mid-Summer Triathlon/Duathlon...................................................57
Suncadia Multisport Summer Festival...........................................66
Central Oregon Visitors Association...............................................27
Missoula Marathon.....................................................................84
Sunriver Marathon for a Cause.....................................................22
ClubSport Oregon........................................................................37
My First Tri..................................................................................32
Tour de Crest..............................................................................81
Eugene Marathon..........................................................................3
New Balance..............................................................................12
Tribute to the Trails......................................................................24
EWEB Run to Stay Warm.............................................................60
New Balance..............................................................................13
U.S. Bank Pole Pedal Paddle.......................................................78
Freedom 5K................................................................................60
North Olympic Discovery Marathon..............................................10
USA Triathlon Pacific NW Region..................................................76
Hagg Lake Triathlon/Duathlon......................................................79
Oakland Running Festival............................................................67
Vancouver USA Marathon...............................................................2
Halo Headbands.........................................................................82
Oregon Road Runners Club.........................................................63
VeloPro......................................................................................80
Heart Breaker Half.......................................................................41
Pacific Crest Weekend Sports Festival.............................................4
Wahine All Womenís Triathlon/Duathlon.......................................56
Hoka One One............................................................................20
Portland Marathon .....................................................................14
Walk/Run for the Animals............................................................62
Hoka One One............................................................................21
Portland Marathon.......................................................................15
Windermere Marathon.................................................................69
Hood To Coast Race Series..........................................................11
Portland Marathon.......................................................................66
Hot Chocolate Run Seattle............................................................29
Portland Marathon.......................................................................68
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