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The 2014 Lilac Bloomsday Run on May 4 was another historic event with 44,626 finishers. The race was won by Allan Kiprono who covered the 12K distance in 34:11. Next year’s race is slated for May 3. PHOTO: JEFF FERGUSON
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Table of Contents
FEATURES 34 EDITOR’S GEAR PICKS
Brook Gardner
36 GETTING COMPRESSED
Does compression apparel and accessories truly enhance performance?
Bob Woodward
38 SUCCESS IS A PROCESS WHEN IT COMES TO TRIATHLON SWIM TRAINING
Kyle Johnson
40 SEARCHING FOR A BETTER SOLUTION
Do we need to reform race fees for kids?
Scott Lommers
44 DESTINATION: SOUTHERN OREGON
Shannah Werner
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FROM THE EDITOR
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BRIEFS
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TRAINING TOOLBOX
Adnan Kadir
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NOTES FROM USATF OREGON
Jonathan Marcus
26 FUEL
Stephanie Howe, MS
28 MAXIMUS
Max King
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THE DIRT
Jeff Browning
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EVENT CALENDAR
ON THE COVER: Hermiston, Oregon’s Jake Puzey runs along a country road west of Portland during the Helvetia Half Marathon. Photo: © 2011 Evan Pilchik Photography ABOVE: When it comes to getting kids involved in racing, should entry fees be capped to encourage participation? Scott Lommers examines this question and speaks with local event directors to explore the various angles that impact fees and whether caps for your entrants are feasible – page 40. Photo: Sawtooth Photo Pros ABOVE: Guest contributor and accomplished swim coach Kyle Johnson explores the process and path to success with respect to training for the swim portion of a triathlon – page 38. Photo: Dean Guernsey
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The Kulshan Brewery has stepped up to sponsor the Northwest’s newest adventure races — Kulshan Quest Adventure Race. This kayak, trail run, mountain bike format is Washington’s only Adventure Racing National Championship Qualifier. And if that isn’t enough, the event will conclude with the ever-popular post-race party featuring, of course, Kulshan Beer.
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Adventure racing is making a resurgence,
Woodburn Premium Outlets 1001 Arney Rd., Woodburn, OR
and Bellingham, Washington is hosting the
Wahine All Women’s Triathlon & Duathlon Returns in August, Adds Running Events
new Kulshan Quest Adventure Race on June
The 18th annual Wahine All Women’s Tri-
Cedar Hills Crossing 2919 SW Cedar Hills Blvd., Beaverton, OR
21, 2014. This new event organized by Rec-
athlon will take place on Saturday, August
reation Northwest will challenge participants
2, 2014 at Blue Lake Park in Fairview, OR.
Tanasbourne 18021 NW Evergreen Pkwy, Beaverton, OR
to paddle on the waters of Bellingham Bay,
The all women’s Hawaiian-themed event
trail run and mountain bike in the forests of
consists of a sprint triathlon, Tri-iT (novice)
Murray Scholls Town Center 14700 SW Murray Scholls Dr., Beaverton, OR
Chuckanut Mountains and Fairhaven, all
triathlon, a sprint duathlon, and the Wiki
while navigating a series of checkpoints using
Keiki Kid’s Splash Pedal-n-Dash. In addi-
only maps and compasses. This race comple-
tion, this year AA Sports will launch the Hula
ments Recreation Northwest’s 7th Annual San
Girls Run / Walk at 5K and 10K distances, all
Juan Island Quest which occurs on Orcas
part of a two-day event that includes the
Island September 27, 2014. Both events will
Mid-Summer Triathlon/Duathlon on Sunday.
offer 6 and 12-hour races.
Both days will consist of a festival of events
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“Each year, the Quest Adventure Race
including a Sport & Fitness Expo, live enter-
course is completely new, so there’s no
tainment, Deschutes Brewery Beer garden,
‘Been there, done that’ aspect to discour-
Polynesian Dancers, and fire. This event is
age anyone from taking up the challenge,”
limited to 1000 participants each day. Triathlon, Run / 08.02.2014 www.aasportsltd.com/wahine
said Todd Elsworth, Executive Director of Recreation Northwest. “We’re proud and ex-
VANCOUVER
Columbia Crossing 16501 SE Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver, WA
cited to be presenting these two adventure
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best to Bellingham and Orcas Island.” Adventure Racing / 06.21.2014, 09.27.2014 www.recreationnorthwest.org
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Briefs Weeknight Sprint Tri Series Returns to Hagg Lake The popular annual Athletes Lounge Triathlon Training Races kick off Wednesday July 9, at Henry Hagg Lake, just 45 minutes west of Portland. This is a good opportunity for first-time triathletes to give it a go. Each training session features a 300-yard swim, 10-mile bike, and 2-mile run. Now in its fifth year, this safe and educational environment boasts knowledgeable volunteers, plenty of post-race food, and lots of swag. At just $30 per event (including a post-race barbecue), you really can’t go wrong. Dates include July 9, July 23 and August 6; all three pressurefree events run from 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday evenings. “I created this event for beginners and seasoned athletes as a way to enjoy the sport in an easy, fun no-pressure way. Once you get out to the park on a summer night it turns into Athletes Lounge will once again host Triathlon Training Races this summer at Hagg Lake west of Portland. PHOTO: GARY WALLESEN
more fun than work.” - Gary Wallesen Triathlon Training / 07.09.2014 www.athleteslounge.com
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Marathon
Half Marathon & 5K PRESENTED BY SIX RIVERS RUNNING CLUB
Briefs Sky Marathon to Debut at Crystal Mountain in September
Coeur d’Alene Crossing Returns in August
Skyrunning has landed in the United States
The Coeur d’Alene Crossing is a point-to-
in 2014. The International Skyrunning Fed-
point 2.4-mile open water swim in Idaho. It
eration has brought some of the toughest
begins at Arrow Point and finishes at the
alpine racing experiences to runners around
Hagadone Event Center. Proceeds help
the world and this year the U.S. Series brings
raise money for the North Idaho College
several events to the Pacific Northwest
Booster Club, The Union Gospel Mission, and
calendar. Washington will host two Sky cat-
the Coeur d’Alene Area Swim Team. Swim / 08.16.2014 www.cdacrossing.com
egory events and one Ultra event. The Sky events will be Angels Staircase, a 22-mile race in Carlton on the 10th of August, and the Crystal Mountain SkyMarathon at Crystal Mountain Resort on September 20th. Angels Staircase will also host a 37-mile Ultra on the 9th of August. These aren’t events for the faint of heart: Angels Staircase reaches an elevation of 8,000ft while Crystal Mountain’s high point is 6,800ft. The courses are mostly single track and technical. Run / 08.09-10.2014, 09.20.2014 angelsstaircase.blogspot.com; www.whiteriver50llc.com/ CrystalMountainSkyMarathon
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rope and wall climbs, and monkey bars. The Inferno partners with Action for Healthy Kids® to help end childhood obesity. Obstacle & Adventure / 08.30.2014 www.racetheinferno.com
Limited Entry Escape from the Rock Triathlon Returns to Mercer Island Escape from the Rock Triathlon is in its 18th running this year. This sprint triathlon, hosted on Mercer Island, will occur Sunday September 7th and is limited to 800 participants. The event begins with a half-mile swim in
Mark your calendar for August 30, 2014
Lake Washington, continues with a 12-mile
when The Inferno extreme biathlon obstacle-
out-and-back bike in the closed-to-traffic
course race returns to Salem, OR. The Inferno
express lanes of I-90, and finishes with a 2.5-
is catching fire, and this year includes an
mile run along the jog path through beautiful
additional 6-mile distance option as well as
Mercer Island. The event supports the Mercer
a distance swim finish to cool you down.
Island Girls Swim Teams and Kentridge Water
The ½ Marathon course has more than 25
Polo Team. Triathlon / 09.07.2014 www.envirosports.com
obstacles plus the swim finish, while the 6 mile course boasts 15 obstacles plus the swim. While you may not find mud, you will
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find hill climbing, sandbag hauls, tire flipping,
The Portland Marathon: Best of the Best! by Yakihiko Yamaoke
W
ith hundreds of marathons and half marathons in the US annually, each offering a different experience by virtue of location, course, and size...what sets an event apart from all the others—and makes it special or unique? In the great Pacific Northwest, the Portland Marathon, now in its 43rd year, has carved out a niche for itself in many respects. The event is known for having the highest percentage of female participants in any mixed marathon in the US, for being walker friendly, for lavishing its participants with the best in swag, and for three consecutive years has been named “Best Marathon in the Northwest” by Best of Competitor.
course open for 8 hours, with no prize purses for elites or qualifying times, the Portland Marathon became known as a welcome-all and great first-time event. Consequently, it experienced an exponential growth in the number of female participants, and became a go-to event for women of all ages and abilities during a time when women were beginning to make their mark in the marathon.
Best Event Swag
“Our goal is providing the best marathon experience possible, and making each and every participant feel like a winner...which includes providing custom name bibs and lavishing each of them with the best swag at the end of the journey—like the single rose (the City of Portland’s symbol) offered to each finisher, a pendant that can be worn on a necklace or bracelet which is a 1/2” size replica of the award-winning finisher’s medal they’ll also receive, plus an event coin, poster, performance finisher shirt (in men’s and women’s sizing), and our traditional Northwest tree seedling for finishers to each take home and plant in commemoration of their achievement—not to mention the cornucopia of replenishment food and beverages provided,” says Smith.
58% Women — 8 Hours
With respect to the high percentage of women, Event Director Les Smith notes “In the 40-plus years since the Portland Marathon’s inception, the event has evolved to embrace and encourage an increase in women’s participation. As a grass roots event with a fast and forgiving
PROMOTIONAL EDITORIAL
Runners cross the iconic St. Johns Bridge at mile 17 with views of the city on their right and Mt. Hood straight ahead.
“We are fortunate to have an expo, start and finish within a four block radius—all in downtown Portland in the center of the best in amenities from lodging to restaurants, shopping and entertainment. We also haven’t overlooked the not-so-little things either—like having more than enough porta-potties at the start, ample aid stations, and with a volunteer ratio of one for every two runners, we want our participants to know we’ve got their backs, as they say. And walkers can rest assured we are waiting for them with our 8-hour finish. Plus our on-course entertainment is unrivaled, with 80+ groups at 53 locations!”
Great Weather — Great Destination City
Best Medal in North America
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Voted “Best Marathon in the Northwest” Swag & “Best Marathon in the Northwest” by two years in a row . or Best of Competit
Uniqueness notwithstanding, the Portland Marathon offers a premier experience for runners and walkers of all ages and abilities, with a field that’s big–but not too big, perfect Fall running weather (race day start temperature of 50-55˚), excellent value for the entry fee, all at a fabulous destination in the lush, green Pacific Northwest. In 2012, the Portland Marathon finisher medal was chosen as the #1 North American marathon medal. The field included medals from over 400 events, and was judged by a 24-person panel commissioned by Marathon and Beyond. “After finishing in the top five for the previous three years, we were really pleased by this honor,” says Les Smith.“ Our medals are not one-sided or made from pot metal, and their designs tell a story in a beautiful and timeless way, and our finishers agree—we receive countless emails after each event in praise of our medals. Register now for our event on October 5th, 2014, it will soon be SOLD OUT! Go to portlandmarathon.org.
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Briefs FitOne 5K/10K/Half Marathon Slated for September in Boise
Gorgeous Relay to Debut in September On September 21st the Gorgeous Relay
Looking for a late September
returns to Oregon this year as a fully sanc-
Half-Marathon to cool down the
tioned event. Oregon’s plans to reconnect
Summer running or ignite your Fall
the famed Historic Columbia River Highway
training? FitOne Boise has added
spawned this one day, one van, running
a 13.1 distance race to their event
event which was held informally last year.
that also includes a 5K Family Run,
Eighty, six-person teams will complete 12 legs,
Walk & Stroll and 10K run. All cours-
the first starting in Wyeth, Oregon and the final
es start at the steps of the State
finishing at Base Camp Brewing Company in
Capitol, run along the Boise River
Portland. Team members each run two legs
and finish in Ann Morrison Park.
which travel down the Gorge on the Historic
Tech shirts, breakfast, and finisher medals for half marathoners are included. The runs take place Saturday, September 20th with an Expo starting Thursday night and all
Columbia River Highway, connecting to the FitOne Boise, slated for September 20, has added a half marathon to the event lineup that will take place in conjunction with a 5K and 10K. PHOTO: SAWTOOTH PHOTO PROS
day Friday. Sign up for any of the three races on National Running Day, Wednesday, June 4, 2014 for just $15. Boise is also becoming a mecca for mountain biking and trail running so bring along appropriate gear. “FitOne takes runners and walkers from the steps of the State Capitol in the heart of the city, along historic avenues and the
Fairview-Greshman Trail, and onto the Springwater Trail. “The Gorgeous Relay was born out of our desire to create a truly unique event. Kerry
Boise is the largest metropolitan center be-
and I came up with the concept for a one-
tween Portland and Salt Lake City, and offers
day relay race, but didn’t have a location or
beauty and adventure both outdoors and
destination in mind. After researching some
within our thriving restaurant and arts scene.”
amazing locations throughout the Portland
Heather Hill, Race Coordinator Run / 09.20.2014 www.fitoneboise.org
area, we learned of the Historic Columbia River Highway reconnection project. We were determined to take advantage of this
Boise River, and finishes in Ann Morrison Park.
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incredible setting for an event. The course was a rousing success, and the views are unforgettable.” Run / 09.21.2014 www.gorgeousrelay.com
Race for a Soldier Returns to Gig Harbor in September Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) led to the death of PFC Kyle Marshall Farr in 2009. As a way to honor her son’s life, Leslie Mayne started Race For A Soldier in the Fall of 2011. The race offers a new meaning to servicemen and women suffering from PTSD: Permission to Start Dreaming. Exceeding expectations and drawing an average of 1,300 runners, the event continues in 2014, marking its fourth year. Set for September 28, 2014 in Gig Harbor, WA, race distances include a HalfMarathon, 2-mile, and kids’ fun run. Net proceeds go to organizations that help soldiers recover from war and readjust to civilian life. Run / 09.28.2014 www.raceforasoldier.com
Marathon and half marathon participation continues to climb with the 13.1-mile distance showing the most gains in 2013, according to Running USA’s annual report. PHOTO: FLASHPRO
Marathon and Half Marathon Participation at All-Time High The numbers are in from Running USA’s annual Marathon Report. In 2013, 541,000 runners finished a marathon across more than 1,100 races. Of those participants, 57% were men and 43% women. Of note, 47% of the total were over the age of 40 — considered Masters. As a comparison, 1990 saw 224,000 finishers. In the half-marathon, Running USA reports more than 2 million finishers, and it represents the fastest growing standard distance in the United States with a 12.5% annual
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finisher growth rate. The women crushed the men in participation at this distance with 61%, leaving men participants at 39%. Much of this gender swing can be attributed to the rise in popularity of women-only events sponsored by larger corporations such as Nike. www.runningusa.org June/July 2014 racecenter.com
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TRAINING TOOLBOX
Why Runners Should Ride Bikes ADNAN KADIR Adding cycling to a weekly workout schedule can be a good way to build fitness and break up the monotony of your training regimen. PHOTO: FLASHPRO
Running in winter has long been a staple of cyclists’ off-season
Runners have to not only propel themselves, but also support their
training programs. It’s so trendy with riders in the Pacific Northwest
own weight while doing it. Cyclists, on the other hand, let the bike
this year that it would be easy to think some had given up cycling
support their weight. Since a rider’s legs don’t need to support the
altogether. Running is good for cyclists—it helps build core strength
rider’s weight, they can focus on propulsion, and do it longer as
and coordination, as well as strong bones and ligaments.
a result. The aerobic benefits of longer training sessions include
What is not as well known is that the opposite is also true—cycling is good for runners. Let’s have a look at why this is the case. Running is not exactly impact-free. While running on soft surfaces and uphill minimizes impact, there is still plenty of it. Over time, this adds up and can lead to injury. Most of us know runners who struggle with painful knees, ankles, or hips. Cycling takes impact injury out of the equation. A properly-fitted bike will be easy on the knees and hips, allowing joints to enjoy increased blood flow and the rejuvenating effects of a break from
running is done to maintain specificity, a runner can get a great boost from time on the bike. Finally, cycling is a change of scenery. A bike can take you places much faster than your own two feet. If you find yourself tiring of the same runs day after day, a bit of time exploring by bike may be just the ticket to helping you regain your enthusiasm. So, while cyclists can benefit from a bit of running, so too can runners benefit from time on the bike.r!
the constant pounding of running. Injured runners are often forced
Adnan is a USAC-certified Level 1 cycling coach who believes
to take a break. Nearly as often, they find out that they can cycle
that in sport, as in life, it is important to strike a balance between the
during their “break” and not lose any of their aerobic capacity.
various aspects of what one does. Adnan has been a competitive
Cycling lets you work out longer. Whereas it’s pretty tough to run for more than a couple of hours, it’s not as difficult to cycle for that long and get virtually the same cardiovascular benefits.
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increased endurance and faster recovery. As long as enough
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cyclist and triathlete for nearly 25 years. His full-time coaching practice can be found at www.aeolusendurance.com
Notes from USATF Oregon 2014 USATF Oregon Long Distance Running Championship Series USATF Oregon is proud is announce the 2014 USATF Oregon Long Distance Championship Series which partners with local USATF Oregon club-supported races throughout Oregon in the summer and fall months. The goal of the championship series is to offer USATF Oregon members high level competitive racing opportunities in the state of Oregon. Up for grabs is $4,000 in prize money for current 2014 USATF Oregon members. Members also compete for consideration for USATF Oregon Long Distance Running Athlete of the Year honors, based on how many Long Distance Championship events they compete in as well as their finishing places. This year USATF Oregon is proud to announce three Long Distance Championships ranging in distance from 1 Mile to 8K spread from June to November. The USATF Oregon 5K championships will again coincide with the Bowerman AC 5K on June 22nd at the Nike World Headquarters in Beaverton, OR. The BAC 5K is the fastest 5K in Oregon with over 70 people clocking sub-17:00 for 5K in 2013. Complete with food, beers, and a live band the BAC 5K is a summer twilight
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favorite! In 2013, course records were set in
Pier Park in Portland, Oregon the 2014 edition
the Men’s and Women’s open division. Jessica
is set for Saturday, November 9th. Last year
Tebo clocked 16:25 and saw Diriba Degefa run
saw American record holder in the 1 Mile, Alan
the 1st sub-14:00 ever at the BAC 5K, finishing in
Webb, and World Championship silver medalist,
13:50 to claim the men’s crown. $1,400 will be
Kara Goucher, compete against Oregon’s finest
on the line for the USATF Oregon members at
harriers making it one of the highest profile cross
the 2014 edition of the Bowerman AC 5K.
country races in the NW! What better way to end
USATF Oregon will continue to host the 1 Mile
a series of highly competitive racing series than
Road Race Championships on top of Mt. Tabor.
with mud, hills, hay bales, and of course, more
The 2014 edition will be moved to Saturday, July
mud! With a total prize purse of $1,200 for USATF
19th to ensure great weather and fast times.
Oregon members, the 2014 USATF Oregon Open
Last year saw record setting performances in
& Master’s Cross Country Championship is sure to
the event. Sarah Vaughn of the Bowerman AC
be an all-time classic.
won last year’s women’s open race in a fine
Race #1: Bowerman AC 5K Saturday, June 22, Beaverton, OR (Nike World Headquarters)
time of 4:56. The men’s field saw Diriba Degefa of Bowerman AC break the tape first in 4:17! For the Master’s division Ahrlin Bauman won in 4:34 and Kate MacTavish repeated top honors for the 40+ women with a mile run in 5:42! This year edition promises to be just as quick with an overall increased prize purse of $1,400 divided among the top finishers. USATF Oregon is proud to be working Team Red Lizard again this year to host the annual Stumptown Cross Country series in the fall! This year we’ve decided to make the USATF Oregon Open & Master’s Cross Country Championship a part of the Championship series! Hosted at
Race #2: USATF Oregon 1 Mile Road Race Saturday, July 19, Portland, OR (Mt. Tabor Park) Race #3: USATF Oregon Cross Country Championships (8K men, 6K women) Saturday, November 8, Portland, OR The 2014 Road Race Championship Series is sure to be a hit. For more information about the USATF Oregon Road Race Championship series, and for updates on all things related to Long Distance Running, visit www.ldr-oregon.org. • Celebrate Running! Jonathan Marcus USATF OREGON, LONG DISTANCE RUNNING CHAIRMAN
Fuel
Eating With The Seasons STEPHANIE HOWE, MS
The changing of the season means shifts
and sustainable practices are often compro-
you just need to adjust your diet to the foods
in the weather patterns as well changes in
mised. Many out-of-season foods are laced
available during fall, winter, spring, and sum-
daylight and temperature. It also means
with preservatives and chemicals to keep
mer. It also means supporting local farmers,
changes in crop growth, meaning different
them fresh and give them a longer shelf life.
who produce foods and sell them at the
foods will be available.
Close your eyes for a minute. Picture a ripe,
peak of their season when they are the rip-
What does it mean to eat seasonally? Sim-
bright red tomato fresh from the garden.
est and freshest. Also, because in-season
ply put, it means eating foods that are most
Take a deep breath and smell the tomato.
foods are always changing, you avoid
abundant and ripe during spring, summer,
So fresh! Now take a bite of the tomato and
palate fatigue. It’s easier to enjoy a wide
winter, and fall. Since the weather patterns
picture the juice running down your chin as
variety of foods when you change with the
and climate change with each season, the
your taste buds are bursting with flavor. Yum!
seasons. In addition to superior taste, eating
growth and harvest of various fruits and
Now picture a tomato in the middle of De-
in-season foods is beneficial for your health
vegetables changes too. Today, it’s easy to
cember on a grocery store shelf. The color of
and your wallet.
forget about seasons because we have the
the tomato is yellow-y orange and you take
ability to buy foods from the supermarket all
a sniff, only to smell….nothing. Don’t waste
year round. Asparagus in November? No
your time taking a bite, it won’t compare to
problem! Blueberries in February? Check.
the fresh tomato. This is the difference be-
However, eating like this isn’t ideal for a few reasons. The availability of foods year round means that taste, nutritional quality,
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tween eating a food in-season vs. eating the same food out-of-season. So how can you eat seasonally? Essentially
Four Reasons to Eat With The Seasons 1. Health Benefits Foods that are picked at the peak of their season contain many more nutrients, including vitamins and minerals, than the
Figure 1. Nutrient Comparison of Fresh vs. Frozen Brussels Sprouts Brussels Sprouts raw (100g)
same foods harvested out-of-season. (See Figure 1). Ripe fruits and vegetables contain
Brussels Sprouts frozen (100g)
VITAMINS (mg)
more ‘bang for their buck’ because they are nutritionally superior to their out-of-
Vitamin C
85
74.1
-13%
season counterparts.
Vitamin A
754 (IU)
617 (IU)
-18%
Vitamin B6
0.219
0.202
-8%
port your local farmer. Most small farmers
Niacin
0.745
0.638
-14%
use organic practices and rotate crops to
Thiamin
0.139
0.105
-24%
maintain soil fertility, which is better for the
MINERALS (mg) Calcium
42
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-38%
Iron
1.4
0.93
-34%
3. Environmental
Magnesium
23
20
-13%
Eating what’s in season helps to reduce
Phosphorus
69
62
-10%
Potassium
38
370
-5%
Zinc
0.42
0.31
-26%
2. Sustainability When you buy foods in season you sup-
environment. Many also avoid the use of pesticides and genetically modified seeds, producing healthier and safer foods.
the miles your food travels to reach your plate. Buying produce locally cuts down on the pollution from shipping foods across the country. If each person bought locally
Source: USDA National Nutrient Database
sourced foods it would greatly reduce his or her carbon footprint. 4. Economic Buying in-season foods is friendlier to your wallet. Since these foods are more abundant, the price is generally lower than out-of-season foods. Also, buying foods from your local farmer provides financial support to your local economy. Spring In-Season Foods (When in doubt, think green!)
RECIPE FOR SPRING:
Asparagus
Kale & Asparagus Frittata
Brussels sprouts Bok choy
Serves 4
Artichokes
Ingredients:
Leeks
1 bunch kale, washed and cut into bite sized pieces
Kale
1 lb of asparagus, ends cut off, sliced into thirds
Rhubarb •
½ c minced onion or shallot 2 T olive oil
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.
GLENN TACHIYAMA PHOTOGRAPHY
About the Author
½-1 t salt 6 eggs ¼ c milk (optional) 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese Pre-heat oven to broil. Heat 2 T oil over medium high heat in a cast iron or over-safe pan. Add onions and cook, stirring until slightly translucent. Add asparagus and reduce heat to medium for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add kale and cook for another 1-2 minutes until kale starts to wilt. Turn heat to medium-low. Mix eggs and milk in a separate bowl. Beat until just combined. Pour egg mixture into pan and stir to evenly coat vegetables. Cook for about 2-3 minutes, until eggs are set but slightly running. Sprinkle cheese on top and put in oven under broil for about 5 minutes (watch closely!). Remove from oven and let stand for 3-5 minutes. Cut and serve!
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Olympic Trials Steeplechaser, XC athlete, and Portland, OR resident Carrie Dimoff reports using the track for time trials to gauge fitness during the season, and to compare against previous seasons’ fitness benchmarks. PHOTO: WIN GOODBODY | STONEANDSTEEL.SMUGMUG.COM
Maximus
Five Reasons to Hit the Dirt/Road/Track MAX KING
What’s the secret? Trail, Track, Road or All of the Above?
the track if their goal is a trail race during peak training season. Full disclosure: I will at some point throw my own point of view in, too.
We’re now well into the spring/summer racing season with the weather heating up and goals looming on the horizon. Whether it’s a 10K, Marathon PR, first trail 50 miler, it’s out there and getting closer by the day. While that is usually enough to keep us motivated to train, it isn’t always the case. As we get into a training routine, our bodies start breaking from too much stress and doing the same thing every week; and we find that it gets tougher and tougher to get out the door each day. We sometimes get a little too focused on the specific training for that goal and miss out on a lot of good training if we just mixed it up a little. I’ve always had my own ways of dealing with this feeling and it always involves getting off the beaten
path.
I
don’t
necessarily mean dirt. At the risk of turning this into another article about the great benefits of trail running that you’ve all heard many times before, I’m going to attempt to spin this in a different direction, and extol the benefits of Hermiston, Oregon’s Jake Puzey has had a great deal of racing success both on- and off-road and makes trail running a priority in his training regimen.
every surface you can run
PHOTO: © 2010 EVAN PILCHIK PHOTOGRAPHY
for a recovery run. There
on. It’s not just about getting on the nice soft trail are huge benefits to a
good hard road run or jumping on the track for intervals. Instead of just sounding off on all my advice about why I think you should get out and do something a little different, I’ve asked some of the Northwest’s most dedicated and longtime runners why they might find themselves dirtying their clean road shoes or jumping on
The Trail: Mind and Body Wellness Therapy The most resounding and common theme among most runners is that it helps with injury prevention and helps center the mind to either more immediate thoughts or mind wandering, depending on the person. I will give both an emphatic “yes!” Trail running will in theory do great things for your lower legs and help fight overuse injury by helping strengthen and activate muscles that don’t see the same use during a road run, but I caution the underdeveloped trail runner to not fall in the trap that if a tree root decides to jump up and grab you, there are fuzzy bunnies and soft piles of pine needles lying in wait to break your fall. No, in fact if you look out at the forest you’ll see logs, rocks, and other obstacles that trails run perilously close to, sometimes over. And yes, they will injure you. But overall, they’re good for getting a nice recovery run on soft surface and a great mental escape from the monotony of the training focused solely on pace. “Too much time on the roads or track is soul crushing for me” says Lauren Fleshman, a US 5000m Champion and frequent runner of buff singletrack. “I always make time for a trail run when I need to get back in touch with my love of running, especially when competition season is in full swing and I need regular reminders of the freedom and ease of the sport to balance it out.” Lauren recognizes that training is more than just training hard. It takes a lot of mental balance to be able to compete and train effectively. “The trail has no negative self-comparisons,” says Kate Grace, a Oiselle national class 1500m runner recently transplanted to Bend from the East Coast, highlighting what may be the best reason for a type-A road or track athlete to escape to the trails. “It’s hard to compare paces, because of the different terrain and elevations (and, usually Garmins aren’t accurate with tons of tree cover). That allows me to go by feel for recovery runs, and
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Maximus
2:18 marathoner David Laney (left) uses the track religiously as a way to build speed for both road and trail racing. PHOTO: GLENN TACHIYAMA PHOTOGRAPHY
The Track: That Lightning Fast Feeling Track athletes don’t have to be reminded of what makes them faster. They know that in
not get mental if the pace on my watch is
order to get faster they have to run fast…on
way off.”
the track. It sounds simple, but the concept
Lauren also recognizes that if you can avoid
can be lost on many road and trail athletes
roots then “moderate trail running is foot bone
that don’t see the benefit of running uninhib-
insurance” and can be great injury prevention.
ited and timed around a small oval.
Jake Puzey, Hagg Lake 50K record holder
“One good reason would be to do a “time
and Hermiston XC Coach, adds that “in
trial” to gauge fitness,” says Carrie Dimoff,
addition to the recovery benefits, trails
Olympic Trials Steeplechaser, XC athlete, and
strengthen my feet and lower legs, improve
Portland, OR resident. “I like to step onto the
agility, and increase overall strength through
track every once in a while and check my
continual climbing and descending of hills.”
best time at a certain distance vs. my best
You shouldn’t underestimate the benefit of
time at that distance in a previous training
doing a fast performance workout such as
cycle. It gives me confidence if I can meet or
a tempo or even intervals on the trail, either.
beat my previous time.”
Both will work on coordination, mind/body
Kate Grace says that she likes the track to
connectedness, and power in other planes
get “that lightning fast feeling” while “practic-
of motion that one-dimensional surfaces
ing even tempo, cadence, and form, with no
can’t deliver.
distractions,” and “even with Garmins, grass loops, etc., it’s sometimes calming to know exactly where you are at any point in the
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interval. And have no question about how it compares to other workouts.” Rose Wetzel, a 1500m runner, obstacle racer, and personal trainer from Seattle agrees: “Tracks are great for interval training because it’s the best way to get the most accurate pace. If you want to run intervals at 5:30 mile pace, for instance, you can check your pace every 200 meters rather than rely upon a Garmin, which can be off by a fair amount sometimes. But David Laney, 2:18 marathoner, 2013 Chuckanut 50K winner, and Ashland, OR resident, says it best, “The track is a pristine surface, the oval is perfectly flat and flawless. There is a lot of benefit of running on a surface that maximizes energy return with every step. On the track your workouts are regulated, controlled, consistent, and fast. Whether you are getting ready for a trail 50 mile or road marathon, the controlled environment of the track allows you to punish your body in a very acute manner. Your training may call for blitzing quarter miles or hammering out mile repeats. Either way, when you get back on the trail or road you will be faster.”
For many of us the road run is the default run. It is the only option out the door between kids, naps, or work breaks, but believe it or not there’s some real benefit to seeking out a road run, especially a fast one, if it’s not a normal occurrence in your weekly mileage. “The road will beat up your legs, and that’s a good thing” says Laney. ”As we all know, asphalt is much harder on your legs than dirt. We avoid asphalt to save the legs, but sometimes there is a value in beating up the legs. Pounding the pavement will get your legs accustom to that feeling of the end of a race” and give you the fatigue resistance in your muscles to make it to the finish line with strength. Laney also adds that it will help “improve your aerobic threshold” when executed properly. “Running in the hills is amazing, but with uphill comes downhill” and a highly varied heart rate. “Maintaining a consistent heart rate and effort for 30-60 minutes is often challenging on the trails. Jumping on the nearest bike path or country road for threshold or tempo run is something I do at least once a week and
believe it leads to dramatic improvement in every distance from mile to 100K.”
just to fill in weekly mileage. Max Ferguson, the Orcas Island 50K champ,
The road and the track are very controlled
trail runner, and Seattleite describes the ben-
surfaces, which are the best for efficiency
efits of different surfaces like this: “variation
development. Even trail runners will benefit
helps stave off plateauing, and increases the
from developing some efficiency on the road
muscular and cardiovascular response of ALL
or track.
training stimulus. In normal person speak, the
Each of us is different, though, and Grace
more you change it up, the better your body
says of herself, “I don’t like hard surface. I
responds. The better your body responds, the
know it’s mostly mental. But isn’t that just as
faster you get. Speed work isn’t the catalyst
important! I guess roads are beneficial to
for making you faster, it is simply helps magnify
change up the scenery, when I get sick of the
the results of your consistent training.” Every
trails. Or for lazy days when I just want to head
run has some benefit no matter what surface
out the door. But the best benefit I get is in up-
you’re running on and varying the surface
tempo work. If you want to hit a fast pace, for
builds strength from weakness. The Northwest
confidence reasons in the lead up to a race,
not only has some of the best trails, but roads
that hard/fast surface can be a nice boost.”
and tracks as well. Go find your local secret
All too often we focus TOO much on the
workout route. •
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The Road: Provider of Punishment and Performance
task at hand and our training becomes onedimensional. Training for a trail race becomes all about running as much trail as we can. When training for a road marathon, every run becomes a run of varying intensity, but
About the Author Max is an athlete, coach, footwear buyer, and father living the dream in Bend, OR.
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The Dirt Part of the preparation for running a 100 miler is getting accustom to running in the woods at night. The author emerges out of the darkness to cross the finish line — sealing back-to-back victories at the 2013 San Diego 100 Mile Endurance Run. PHOTO: PATAGONIA / MAXWELL FRANK
Why Run 100 Miles When You Could Just Drive? JEFF BROWNING
Why subject your body to the rigors of a
fingertips. We don’t have to work too hard
yards at a time, the population can’t expect
100-mile footrace with nothing to show for
for things anymore. Our plush technology-
to expend more energy than it consumes. It’s
it except a fancy belt buckle? In ultramara-
centered lifestyle has made us soft. The evi-
simple math.
thon circles, the defining mark is the 100-mile
dence is clear; we have a huge obesity rate
distance. Part of the intrigue is the pure size
to back it up.
When I decided to run my first 100 miler in 2001, I was forced to plan a year ahead of
of the number: 100 miles. It’s a long way to
According to Reuters’ recent published
time. I entered the November lottery for a
drive, let alone run. The mere mention of it
findings in 2014, “U.S. childhood obesity rates
spot in the June race. I had to qualify with a
evokes thoughts of pain and suffering. The al-
have increased over the past 14 years, cast-
50-mile race first (before even entering the
lure is the promise of something epic in a day
ing doubt on a recent analysis by govern-
November lottery). Being the impatient per-
and age when not much you encounter is
ment health researchers that found a sharp
son that I am, I thought having to plan a year
extreme. Our ancestors encountered this kind
drop in preschool obesity rates over the past
ahead was ludicrous. Having to plan a year
of hardship on a regular basis. No cars, no
decade.” And it’s not just kids. Adult obesity
ahead turned out to be the best thing that
technology, a single blade plow and a horse.
rates have changed little over the past de-
happened to me. That year changed my life.
Life used to be tough and people were even
cade as well. According to a recent article in
In that year-long journey of training and run-
tougher. 100 miles is so big that it just might be
Forbes, U.S. adult obesity rates are still hover-
ning a couple of 50K trail races in Oregon and
out of reach. And if you try and overcome?
ing at a whopping 30%. Nearly 1 in 3 people!
finally the qualifying August 50 miler (the Mt.
Well, that’s a true accomplishment.
Why? Well, technology is part of it. Automa-
Hood 50), something in me started to crave
Let’s face it. We all need a little taste of
tion and entertainment — technology lures
risk and hardship. We live in a time when
us into a numb, sedentary existence. We go
The connection to the woods and dirt con-
every kid gets a ribbon. No winners, no losers
from bed to table, table to car, car to office,
tinued as I trained and ran a few more ultras in
— you get a prize for simply showing up and
office to meal, meal to couch, couch to bed,
the spring of 2002 to practice for my upcoming
participating. That’s not accomplishment. We
and repeat it all again the following day. We
100 miler in June. By the time I walked up to
sit comfortably in our climate-controlled car,
don’t raise our heart rate unless we’re forced
the start line of the 2002 Western States 100
house and office, wistfully swiping away at
to take the stairs when the elevator is taking
Mile Endurance Run at Tahoe’s famous Squaw
our smartphones. The world is literally at our
too long. When you don’t walk more than 40
Valley Resort, I was completely hooked on
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those weekly runs in the woods.
ultrarunning. I was hooked on the woods, the dirt, the camaraderie of the ultra events, and the people. They had become my tribe. I had spent nearly 18 months running consistently four days a week and the remainder of the time on my mountain bike. My newfound passion was evolving into an entirely new lifestyle — that of a trail runner. When I earned that coveted silver belt buckle from Western States 100 by crossing the finish line at Placer High School Track at 4:38am on a Saturday morning, I knew I had just accomplished something epic. It took all I could muster to get it done. And I knew I’d do another one. Accomplishing something that big is like a natural drug. Running 100 miles in one day takes you deeper than the achievement. The logistics alone can make your head swim: nutrition, gear, hydration, electrolyte balance, route finding, lights, and the mental aspect of willing yourself to keep moving when absolutely everything says to stop. In our plush, technology bubble, sometimes we need something that isn’t easy to achieve. If you don’t execute just right, you won’t make it. There are no shortcuts. When you cross the finish line, whether you’re the winner or the last person to just make it under the time cutoff, you achieve something big. There’s a shared camaraderie with all the other runners. I just completed my 17th 100 miler in April and was lucky enough to meet a guy who, like me, was pre-scouting the course the day before the race. We made some small talk and I asked him if it was his first 100. He replied that it was. After a chuckle that I’m sure made him a little nervous, I gave him the usual advice about mental focus and relentless forward progress. And I told him to be sure to take care of himself at each and every aid station. I also mentioned the old sage advice my first: “Beware of the chair.” As we parted ways, I looked him straight in the eyes and in all seriousness said, “Good luck tomorrow. You’ll learn something about yourself.” I searched him out after the race and found him with a tired but satisfied grin on his face, finisher belt buckle in hand. As we lounged and ate at the finish line in the warm spring sun of the little park in southwestern Utah, he spoke about his experience and assured me that he had indeed learned a thing or two about himself. That is the beauty of running 100 miles. You go through extreme highs and extreme lows, all sandwiched into one day. The cloud of failure can be so prominent at times that you question your sanity. Then, you
Taking enough time to get what you need at key aid stations is paramount to a successful 100 miler. The author eats an avocado at the mile 64 aid station of San Diego 100 while his crew helps cool him off, massage his quads and give him encouragement. PHOTO: JEFF JOHNSON
find something a bit tougher in yourself and
About the Author
dig deeper to find a little spark that makes
Jeff Browning (a.k.a. Bronco Billy) has run over 70 ultra marathons, including seventeen 100 milers. He claims he’s trying to learn as much about himself as possible. You can follow him on his blog at www.gobroncobilly.com or on instagram: @GoBroncoBilly
you take another step toward that finish line. And when it gets better, and it almost always does, you can’t believe you even dreamed of quitting after so much preparation and hard work. Why run 100 miles when you could just drive?
BEN MOON
a veteran gave me when I was about to run
To quote the eccentric Australian running coach from the 1950s and 1960s, Percy Cerutty, “You only ever grow as a human being if you’re outside your comfort zone.” Giddyup. • June/July 2014 racecenter.com
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EDITOR’S
Gear Picks
Brook Gardner
BROOKS
Ravenna 5 The Ravenna had been my go-to shoe for several years. However, the past couple of versions deviated from the feel found in the first two generations. Those changes were met with adoration by many Ravenna fans and retailers, but my experiences in versions 3 and 4 left something to be desired. Brooks retooled the Ravenna this year with version 5 that launched in January, and from my perspective, they totally nailed it (for my running style, or course). The latest iteration of the model provides more consistent cushioning throughout, yielding a much smoother ride. I tend to need a shoe with a little bit of stability, especially when logging miles on the road. The Ravenna 5 provides just the right balance of cushioning and support and will be a go-to shoe for me once again this year.
$110 | www. brooksrunning.com
CRAFT
Cool Concept Short Sleeve Tee As summer’s warm weather creeps into the Northwest, it’s definitely time to think about keeping cool while running in the months ahead. The folks at Craft have come up with a sweet new fabric that’s designed to do exactly that - keep you cool even when you’re grappling with warm temps outside. The Craft Stay COOL fabric is designed to lower skin surface temperature by 6 degrees Fahrenheit after one hour of exercise. The fibers in the shirt actually pull sweat away from the body which then allows it to evaporate. This evaporation creates a cooling effect and also helps keep you dry during, and after, your workout. To top it off, Craft will offer consumers a full refund if, within 30 days, they do not feel that the Craft Cool top keeps them cooler than any other they’ve worn. I can say that the top I tested lived up to the claims made by the manufacturer. I tend to run a bit on the hot side — even in 60-degree temperatures. The Cool top did a good job of wicking moisture, and the cooling sensation provided by the fabric felt great as the temps climbed closer to 80 degrees during testing. The Cool Concept pieces come in several cuts for men and women including long and short sleeve versions, as well as sleeveless.
$40-$60 (varies by piece) | www.craftsports.us
HED
Big Deal Fat Bike Wheels If you’re into cycling, you’ve probably heard about “fat bikes” and their increasing popularity over the past couple of seasons. Anyone that has had the opportunity to hop on one of these steeds, known for their namesake herculean tires, will probably say the same thing - they are a TON of fun to ride. Whether it’s snow, gravel, dirt, or even sand, a fat bike delivers a fun two-wheeled outing. However, with larger tires comes something that most cyclists (especially “weight weenies”) detest - extra weight. Fat bikes were in such high demand this past fall and winter that wheels were in short supply. I called a friend at HED Cycling in Minnesota to see if they could help me out since I had a bike ready to ride, but no wheels to go with the frame due to the inventory pinch. Andy at HED came through for me and shipped me a pair of wheels to get rolling. The carbon fiber Big Deal wheels are manufactured in-house by HED and tip the scale at a scant 450g per rim (sans spokes and hub). 450g is the equivalent of nearly a full pound, however that’s about half the weight of the aluminum alternatives on the market that weigh nearly two pounds each. The weight penalty associated with fat bikes in inherent. The tires alone weigh more than the bike frame, but shaving a couple of pounds off the bike with the Big Deal rims made a noticeable difference compared to other fat bikes with alloy rims that I’ve ridden. At $2000 for the set, the Big Deal wheels are not cheap, but they can definitely add even more fun to an already enjoyable fat bike riding experience.
$2000 | www.hedcycling.com
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SMITH OPTICS
Forefront Smith debuted the Forefront last fall and started shipping them earlier this year. I was lucky enough to get my hands on one in time for the trails to dry out this spring and have quickly grown to love this piece of gear. The core construction of the helmet looks like a honeycomb with channels that allow for great ventilation, while providing impact protection at the same time. The Forefront employs a rock-solid retention system with a dial in the rear of the helmet designed to adjust the fit around the head. There is minimal padding in the helmet, but it’s amazingly comfortable. Tipping the scale at 332g, the helmet isn’t the lightest we’ve tried, but it’s so comfortable that you’ll actually forget you’re wearing it after a few lung-searing accelerations. A removeable, three-position visor is included, as is the ability to mount a light or helmet camera with a $15 aftermarket accessory from Smith. The Forefront comes in 10 colors so you’re sure to keep your off-road sense of fashion intact.
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Sales of compression socks between 2010 and 2013 soared 759%. PHOTO: XTERRA
Getting Compressed Does compression apparel and accessories truly enhance performance? BOB WOODWARD
You don’t have to be the owner of a retail store to know that numbers associated with sales of compression accessories in general and socks in particular don’t lie. According to the Denver-based LeisureTrends retail survey group, 2013 sales of compression socks
active runner and triathletes. So too, to a lesser extent, have sales of other compression accessories and apparel. And as sales have risen so has the compression story divided people into camps of supporters who swear by its benefits, detractors who say the concept is without a basis in proven science, and those who take a
at specialty running and tri stores were up 31 percent over 2012.
neutral view.
That’s a substantial increase.
Medical Versus Non-Medical
But for an eye-popping figure, how about the whooping 759 percent increase in those same sock sales between 2010 and this past year. Impressive numbers, and an indication that compression socks seem to have captured the attention and purchasing dollars of
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But before delving into pros and cons of compression, let’s look at some basic background on the companies offering it. For all intents and purposes, there are two types of compression apparel and accessories purveyors- medical and non-medical. Medical compression apparel and accessory companies make
and have a history of making compression for the medical commu-
performance due to increased blood flow. That noted, I personally
nity. For example the CEP line distributed through Medi USA comes
can attest to a calf sleeve helping with strain by minimizing vibra-
from German company Medi with a 60-year history in the medical
tion and movement due to impact.
compression business. Besides selling through medical supply stores, medical compres-
Bottom line for me is I think a lot of people are buying the socks in particular with the belief that they will make them faster. I don’t
sion-based companies sell their athletic wares primarily through
believe that to be true, but more a tribute to good marketing than
specialty running and triathlon stores.
reality. But from an injury and/or recovery basis, there is some
Then there are the non-medical companies making what some critics shrug off as merely- “tight Lycra”. Powerhouse companies
validity to using them.” From his viewpoint 81 year-old avid cyclist, Fred DeCook says: “I
like Nike and Under Armour sell the vast majority of compression
experienced a circulation problem in one leg and my doctor recom-
apparel and accessories through big box sporting goods stores like
mended the socks. One lower compression rated pair for everyday
Dick’s, Foot Locker, and others.
use and and a higher compression rated pair for cycling use. So far,
Does Compression Work?
I’m very happy with them and experiencing increased blood flow.”
On the positive side, compression advocates extol the virtues of how accessories and apparel support the muscles and increase blood flow to them during both exercise and recovery. Those who view compression with a jaundiced eye point to recent studies like one the University of Indiana conducted on 21 athletes. That study showed that wearing compression apparel and accessories had little if any positive effect on the athlete’s overall performance. A similar Canadian test came to the same conclusion but was quick to point out that compression socks in particular were beneficial in aiding in post-workout and post-competition recovery. Then there are those who say whether or not compression in fact works isn’t the point. They argue that using compression can have a significant psychological effect on users who believe it works and
A similar Canadian test came to the same conclusion but was quick to point out that compression socks in particular were beneficial in aiding in post-workout and post-competition recovery.
that’s enough for them.
Closer To Home Opinions Now retired, eminent Eugene, Oregon orthopedic physician Dr. Stan James is well known for his years of work with top international track and field stars. Of compression, he says: “there’s no significant data on it enhancing physiological performance but compression accessories in particular may reduce incidents of blood clots when sitting for long periods of time.” The clotting reduction statement is backed up by many medical compression users who swear by knee-length socks and their positive effect when worn on long plane flights or during extended car travel. Well-traveled professional triathlete and IronMan television color commentator Matt Lieto of Bend, Oregon started using medical compression socks, “seven years ago - long before the concept got into sports.” He’s a believer. “I’ve found the high socks very effective in getting blood flow and
So What Sells? So while the jury may still be out on compression, those sales mentioned earlier continue to rise. Without question, compression accessories are the best sellers and among them socks lead the way by a wide margin over arm sleeves. In apparel, tights are the big sellers. When it comes to who buys what, studies show that women buy more compression than men by a 60 to 40 percent ratio. No matter the sex of the buyer, the most frequent complaint about compression is price. As one running and tri scene observer noted: “consumers are intrigued by the concept of compression but when ready to purchase a garment or accessory often suffer severe sticker shock.”
Futures Look for specialty compression apparel and accessory maker
supporting my muscles during hard training runs. And while I real-
like 2XU, which has a solid following in triathlon circles, to make
ize there’s a lot of “fairy dust” around compression as to whether it
a big push to getting into all sports. “We want to be in sports in
does or doesn’t work, I think using it often has a placebo effect on
general,” says Fred Hernandez of 2XU, “and think that the future
an athlete.”
for all in the compression business lies in all-around fitness
Sisters Athletic Club director and a coach noted for his work with premier decathlete Ashton Eaton, Tate Metcalf offers: ”I have not read any studies that have proven that compression helps
apparel and accessories.” Bottom line: Compression appears to be here to stay and to remain somewhat controversial. •
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able to see what I’m doing ineffectively.” We had a good laugh! When you have coached high level competitive swimmers for as long as I have, you become accustomed to observing a global quality in the athletes of what some would call a “natural feel for the water” or “talent.” These qualities seem to separate the average swimmer from the good, and the good from the great. In Jeff’s case, he was a great land athlete and an average swimmer. Most triathletes I’ve worked TIM MOXEY
with, who come into the sport from a background of biking or running, generally display a “robotic” or “plastic” movement quality in contrast to a preferable “fluid” or “elastic” quality in their swimming. This is no surprise, given the enormous amount of information that is available to the driven, self-coached triathlete. The brain becomes so cluttered
Success is a
process when it comes to
triathlon swim training KYLE JOHNSON
The swimming portion of a triathlon can be the most challenging for many triathletes. The reasons can vary- from difficulties adjusting to open water to athletes dialing up swim training plans two weeks before the big event, hoping to improve their endurance or stroke techniques. Effective swim training is a process — one in which anyone can learn to improve their swimming and, in turn, improve their overall triathlon times. While stroke technique is important, instinctive understanding of the water and using healthy, effective patterns of movement are actually more important, as one of my clients discovered as we’ve worked together over the years. Several years ago, I received a call from Barb Lindquist, USA Triathlon’s Director of Collegiate Recruitment Program. A colleague of mine had referred Barb to me as a swimming coach that could help Jeff, one of her promising professional triathletes. Jeff was a former NCAA Division 1 cross country and track star. I was impressed with his credentials, confidence, humility and his desire to succeed. He was very candid in stating that he had taught himself how to swim by watching YouTube Videos, through reading books and publications, along with receiving several anecdotal “tips” from the lap swimmers at the local Y. He provided me with detailed information concerning his training zones, threshold paces, time trials and race results. Ultimately, he was working hard, but he was experiencing minimal improvement. After evaluating his raw data, it was time to evaluate his swimming. As we were walking onto the pool deck, he said, “Coach, I’m pretty sure you’ll be able to see what I’m doing wrong with my stroke right away.” This moment gave me an opportunity to assert one of my coaching/teaching philosophies. I told him that when it comes to swimming, there really is no right versus wrong, but rather “effective” versus “less effective.” He smiled and responded, “I’m sure you’ll be
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with information that swim training becomes paralysis by analysis. As Jeff and I worked together, he gradually began to integrate with the aquatic environment. This allowed him to access his natural athleticism to work with the water rather than against it. More importantly, he was getting faster with less output of physical energy. While Jeff went on to become an Olympic Triathlon Team contender, any triathlete — from novice to experienced — can improve their swimming by following a few simple tips. First, begin the training process at least 16 weeks before your first race. There really isn’t a lot that can be done a few weeks before the big event, as it takes time to develop that natural feel for the water in making you an effective swimmer. Second, the next time you go to the pool, refrain from swimming laps. Instead, experiment with various forms of floating (both horizontally and vertically). Observe what happens without imposing your perception of what should happen. You will discover how to use your internal balance system and posture for efficiency. Use your imagination! Next, be open to different methods of swim training. I use a guided approach that utilizes the athlete’s sensory system as a teaching tool, creating exploratory situations to have experiences. I encourage the athletes to describe the experiences, and use their feedback to help them with conclusions on improving their effectiveness. This approach allows the athlete to respond to the water rather than directing strokes that inhibit natural and healthy movement qualities. When this connection and feel for the water has been established, you’ll find that you will no longer need to manufacture speed forcefully in attempting to move the water. Once we have developed a base of high quality movement patterns, we gradually begin to extend the duration of the quality without letting distortions occur. Swimming talent is teachable. It’s not a gift given only to a select few, but is there for every athlete. Using the imagination and sensory system as teaching tools, combined with an optimal physical training plan, you can take ownership of your swimming skills - acquisition to ultimately accelerate your training process and enthusiasm. •
About the Author Kyle Johnson has been a professional swimming coach for more than 20 years, and serves as a technical consultant for USA Triathlon’s college recruitment program. He has defined a style of coaching and has created a technical training curriculum that has driven the development of Ironman Qualifiers, Olympic Trial Qualifiers, NCAA Championship Qualifiers, USA Senior National Finalists, Junior National Finalists. He collaborates with world-renowned physiologists, physical therapists, human development and programming experts to guide swimmers of all ages to experience healthy, reliable, and processdriven success. Learn more at www.projectkj.com.
FitOne in Boise is offering free registration to kids 12 and under with a paid adult at any of the FitOne Family Races in September. PHOTO: LISA JORDAN / LISASEYEVIEW
Searching for a Better Solution Do we need to reform race fees for kids? SCOTT LOMMERS
Larry Olsen of Corvallis, OR has a dream. Like many dreams, this one is simple in theory. In practice, it’s messy, difficult, even impossible, perhaps. But that can wait. Let’s enjoy the simplicity of the dream first. Olsen wants children 18 years-old and younger to be able to register for running races for a flat fee of $5. Any race. Any child. Any distance. Any time. Five bucks. Like I said, simple. Olsen started running in 1964, “before it was cool,” and has been running for most of the five decades since. In between, he’s found time to teach, coach cross country and track at the high school level, and serve as race director for a number of road races, both in Corvallis and Alaska. Olsen also has two children, a 14 year-old son and an 8 year-old daughter, both of whom love to run. Like many parents, Olsen is flabbergasted when it’s time to register his kids for road races. “The vast majority charge an arm and a leg,” he said. All the same, Olsen doesn’t begrudge race directors their ability to earn money. As he told the Corvallis Gazette-Times, “There are no bad causes. Every charitable organization should endeavor to raise as much money as possible, as it should be.” But Olsen sees a greater calling in his championing of lower children’s race fees. “There can be no higher priority than the promotion of healthy lifestyles in kids, period,” Olsen said. The fact that some children, especially teens, may have to front their own registration fees also concerns Olsen. “Can you imagine a middle or high school kid, who has to earn his own spending money, shelling out $45 to run a 5K?” said Olsen. “How many hours of work is that at the current minimum wage?” Few would argue against healthy children, but can a universal race fee for children work? “Yes, it can work,” said Kelly Barton, the local marketing and operations manager for OregonLive.com and one of the primary writers of the Run Oregon Blog. “With some caveats — that the $5 entry fee pay for the entry and any ‘add-ons’ be purchased separately if desired. As long as you have enough adults paying to subsidize the per-participant cost of things like porta-potties, post-race food and drink, EMT services, and permits, the $5 entry fee more than covers the per-participant insurance for a standard road race.” Many other race directors agree in principle with Olsen and Barton, although their solutions to the problem of high race fees for children vary. One strategy is seen in the FitOne program, presented by St. Luke’s Children’s
Hospital in Boise. FitOne is offering free registration to kids 12 and under with a paid adult at any of the FitOne Family Races in September. “As a not-for-profit organization, we understand the financial implications of this transition to offer free registration for kids,” said Heather Hill, Events Director of the FitOne program. “We firmly believe providing this opportunity and accessibility for all families to come out and participate together in an event like FitOne more effectively supports our mission to improve the health of people in our region and guides families in helping establish healthy habits early.” It could be argued that a hospital, such as St. Luke’s Children’s, would have a vested interest in promoting healthy behaviors in children. As such, offering free or low-cost registration would only make sense. Running races organized by city governments or schools may be viewed in much the same way — those organizations serve the public interest and would be expected to encourage youth participation. Of course, that expectation does not make it a requirement and not all such races offer discounts. On the other hand, would a privately run race, established either for profit or to benefit a charity, want to reconfigure their pricing structure in the name of children’s health? In a perfect world, sure, but in reality there are a number of factors to consider. First, the percentage of children running at most races is only 5-10%. Since that figure has a built-in “chicken or the egg” problem (do children not race because fees are too high or are fees kept high because few children run anyway?), RD’s must do some experimentation with registration. Would lowering race fees for children attract more adults paying full price? Or do those parents likely run anyway? Does the number of $5 runners matter? Is there a point where too many would cause the race to lose money? Second, for races raising money for charity, is the RD trading one cause for another? Encouraging healthy behavior in children is a noble endeavor for any race, but should a race raising money for literacy or fighting cancer sacrifice profits to help support children’s running? Finally, if RD’s don’t encourage children to run in their races, are they being short sighted? If young runners grow into adult runners, wouldn’t RD’s want to encourage them to run, thereby ensuring participants in their own races for years to come? There are no simple answers here. There is, however, a huge arena for testing theories. What exactly will work to encourage children to run? June/July 2014 racecenter.com
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Searching for a Better Solution Barton isn’t convinced that low-cost races don’t exist, but rather they take some digging to find. “I see it as a function of not enough people knowing about these low-cost races because such races don’t put much money into advertising,” said Barton. “That is the foundation of the Run Oregon Blog — spread the word and support the small races.” Supporting her statement, Barton then threw out a few examples of low cost races, some for children and some for all runners. “The Portland Park and Rec has a $5 race series each summer, Nike has a free XC 3K series in August, and the Clark County and Columbia Gorge Running Clubs both offer nearly all their races free to members for a $10 annual membership or $2 for non-members.” The Cinco de Mayo Half Marathon, 10K, 5K and Kid’s Half Miler, put on by Terrapin Events, offers another interesting solution to the problem. They’ve introduced a “sliding scale” pricing structure for runners who want to participate but can’t afford the full registration price. Terrapin hopes the effort will help keep running “an every person’s sport.” Still, not all RD’s see children’s race fees as a particularly glaring issue. Lance Romo, longtime RD for City of Bellingham events such as Runnin’ O the Green, the Padden Triathlon and the Bellingham Youth Triathlon has years of participation numbers at his disposal. “Low participation numbers by middle and high school age kids is not necessarily an indication that the fee is outrageous,” said Romo. “I know how much a cell plan costs. The demographic in question doesn’t participate in a lot of things, not just fundraiser 5K’s.” Romo also feels running gets a bit of a bad rep as a pricey sport. “Gymnastics, figure skating, baseball, and swimming Although there is no standardization when it comes to kids entry fees, there does seem to be a great deal of support for minimizing those costs as demonstrated by many events happening throughout the region each year.. PHOTO: © 2011 EVAN PILCHIK PHOTOGRAPHY
are all no different in that they cost money,” said Romo. “Kids don’t pay for these sports, parents pay for their children to experiment with different types of recreation. Why should a sport like running be less valuable than the more traditional
Perhaps a few answers will be found right in Corvallis. Best in
team sports?” Indeed, running can, in fact, be an exception-
the West Events, founded by Corvallis triathlete Blair Bronson, has
ally frugal sport for children. The equipment, mainly a decent pair of
agreed to support Olsen and the $5 initiative. It will be very interest-
running shoes, is inexpensive. While race registrations can add up
ing to see the influence of such changes on these races.
quickly if done regularly, carefully choosing races and spacing them
All that said, many race directors have already approached children’s race fees with their own strategies. “At 3RRR, we have developed a policy that there are no entry fees
out liberally can make running more affordable than many other youth sports. “I do think it makes sense for RD’s to consider alternate methods
for children 15 and under for any of our races of two miles or less,”
to encourage participation and that they/we can do more, especially
said Eric Greager, President of the Three Rivers Road Runners, based
for younger runners,” said Romo. “I believe the most effective
in Tri Cities, WA. “Our one mile Leprechaun Dash was held on March
way to encourage children to participate is to get their parents to
15th and we had about 1200 kids that all ran the race for free.” Grea-
participate first. In my experience, this largely means mom. A suc-
ger isn’t afraid to try different approaches to the challenge of getting
cessful race, with strong youth participation, has a huge bell curve
children to the racecourse. “3RRR is a non-profit, so we are just about
chock full of moms.”
making enough money at our races to keep afloat,” Greager said. “We use sponsorship dollars and the monies collected from the 5 and 10K St. Patrick’s Day Foot Race that runs just after the Leprechaun Dash
Olsen’s dream of a universal $5 kids fee is provocative. It’s enticing. At first glance, it’s downright brilliant. But, will it work? “I know the $5 number would be a stretch for most RD’s,” said
to finance the Dash. We also have our Titanium Man Junior Tri in
Olsen. “Still, it’s about having kids not even flinch when considering
August, with a limit of 200 participants 7 to 15 years old. This event
running a race.”
has a $20 entry fee that includes a shirt and USAT membership.”
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That’s a dream to believe in. •
Destination: Southern Oregon Mountains, Lakes and Trails: Southern Oregon is an outdoor “utopia” SHANNAH WERNER
Drive due south on I-5 from Portland, Ore. about five hours and just before you cross the Oregon-California border, you pass through the Southern Oregon valley region. With the Siskiyou Mountains and Rogue River Region to the West and the Klamath National Forest to the South, the area including Ashland, Jacksonville and Medford is rich with activities for outdoor enthusiasts. “Southern Oregon is home to beautiful mountains, lakes, rivers, and magnificent hiking trails that can be enjoyed in many different ways, including racing,” said Chad Wikander, race director for the Granite Man Off-Road Triathlon and 10-Mile Mountain Race. “During the summer, Southern Oregon has a welcoming climate that is perfect for outdoor activities. Southern Oregon has a small, hometown feel that makes racing seem like a town event. It’s a great way to get to know members of the community.” The Granite Man Off-Road Triathlon and the 10 Mile Mountain Race take place over two days (June 14-15, 2014) and includes something for all ages and abilities. With a mountain bike race added to the schedule this year, a 5-mile Poker Run and plenty of food, drinks and prizes, Wikander hopes the event can become a true family and community affair. Granite Man and the other weekend events support Rogue Valley Farm to School, a program putting local food into local schools and preschools. The next weekend, June 20-21, 2014, the Wild Rogue Relay sends
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relay teams along a 200+-mile course along the Rogue River, over the Coast Range to the Oregon Coast. In its inaugural race last year, the event drew 41 teams. This year, race director Jim Brendle hopes to sell out with 74 teams. “The course winds along as the Applegate mixes in with the waters of the Rogue and the wildlife that are often visible include the blue heron, osprey and bald eagle, sometimes even a bear, and always far from the runner, usually on the other side of the River,” Brendle said. “Then the course provides a challenge as it takes the runner over the ridge to the Coquille River drainage and eventually some running right along the Coquille River.” The running/racing season kicks off unofficially with the Pear Blossom Run, a 10-mile and 5K run in April (which took place on April 12, 2014). Taking place in Medford, the race is in its 37th year. The first year it was run, Frank Shorter, Olympic Marathon Gold and Silver Medalist, won the race. “The Pear Blossom Run 10 Mile is the biggest event of the year,” said David Laney, experienced runner and expert shoe fitter at Rogue Valley Runners. “I love it. It’s a pretty basic road race, but everyone takes part and trains pretty hard for it. It definitely is big for bragging rights for the year.” If you are away from your hometown on the 4th of July, have no fear! The annual 4th of July run in Ashland is a tradition for both runners and spectators. There is a 10K as well as a 2-mile Fun Run
OPPOSITE PAGE, LEFT: Ashland’s Hal Koerner has been a staple in the Southern Oregon community for many years. In addition to being the owner of a running specialty store (Rogue Valley Runners), he also produces two events and competes regularly — seen here at the Pear Blossom 10-miler. PHOTO: ANDY ATKINSON
“You can experience the beauty of Southern Oregon by foot along
OPPOSITE PAGE, CENTER: Set at Applegate Lake just west of Ashland, OR, Granite Man is a great event that showcases the spectacular scenery found in the region. PHOTO: ANDY ATKINSON
volunteers and awesome goodie bags!! The finish is at the Jackson
OPPOSITE PAGE, RIGHT: RaceCenter nutrition columnist Stephanie Howe nears the summit of the Mt Ashland Hill Climb Run, which ascends more than 5,600 feet over a 13.3-mile course. PHOTO: ANDY ATKINSON
to burn calories before eating Independence Day fare. For those looking for a longer race, the Siskiyou Out Back Trail Run (SOB) offers a 15K, 50K and 50-mile options. In its 16th year, the SOB races start and end at Mt. Ashland Lodge at 6500 feet. Participants are treated to incredible views of Mt. Shasta, Mt. McLoughlin and beautiful scenery along the Pacific Crest Trail. This year, the SOB races will be July 26 and the 15K is already sold out. Two weeks later, on August 9, 2014, take the Mt. Ashland Hill Climb Run challenge. Beginning at Lithia Park in downtown Ashland, the 13.3-mile (not to be confused with a half marathon) run climbs more than 5,600 feet to the top of Mt. Ashland on dirt roads and trails. Laney is the reigning 2013 men’s winner in a race that is surpassed by only the Pikes Peak Ascent in Colorado for continuous elevation gain. On his blog last year Laney posted about the Hill Climb Run: “After 13 miles of steady uphill the course breaks out onto the slopes of the Mt. Ashland Ski Area. The final pitch to the finish line is a steep and rocky climb but a rewarding view of the Siskiyous and cold Coke awaits runners at the top!”
our Greenway with fun aid stations, beautiful scenery and refreshments at the end. Plus we have the most supportive and amazing County Expo where the Harvest Festival is taking place so there is stuff to do for the whole family.” One of the last major running events in Southern Oregon for the year is the Lithia Loop Trail Marathon on November 1, 2014. It has served as the USATF Trail Marathon Championships on two occasions. “The Lithia Loop Trail Marathon serves as a great marathon for the less experienced trail runner,” sai Koerner. “With 20 miles of gated fire roads and abandoned skid tracks the footing is soft but not technical and allows for peaceful reflection amongst the Ashland Watershed. The remaining miles wind through ponderosa and pine forests on decomposed granite trails that invite gripping climbs and swift descents.” When the snow starts to fall, Mt. Ashland Ski Area offers downhill skiing, snowboarding and twilight skiing (operates till 9 p.m. on Thursdays and Fridays). With 1,150 feet of vertical skiing and 220 skiable acres, the mountain is great for all levels of skiers and snowboarders. In addition to beautiful scenery for running and biking, Ashland is home to the Oregon Shakespeare Festival. A not-for-profit professional theater, the OSF offers 11 different plays (four by Shakespeare and seven by other classic writers) on three different stages from June through October. Fifteen miles north of Ashland, in Jacksonville, Oregon, is where the annual Britt Festival takes place. The Britt Festival has become
The ultramarathon runners
known as the premier outdoor music
can try their legs in the Pine to Palm 100-Mile Endurance Run on September 13-14. It is one of the few
Southern Oregon Events
festival in the Pacific Northwest, showcasing world-class artists across all genres of music. The festi-
ultramarathons that goes point-to-
val runs from June till September.
point, traversing the Siskiyou crest
Britt Fest
and never doubling back on the
www.brittfest.org
same trail.
Shakespeare Festival
Oregon region of Ashland, Jackson-
www.osfashland.org
ville, Medford, the Rogue Valley or
Granite Man Off-Road Triathlon
head up into the Siskiyou Mountains,
www.granite-man.com
the mild climate makes the area an
Wild Rogue Relay
attractive destination. From partici-
www.thewildroguerelay.com
pating in the running races, attending
Pear Blossom Run
the music or theater festivals, tasting
www.pearblossomrun.com
wine from the various vineyards in
“Running through old growth forest, atop rocky ridges and skipping along the PCT under a full moon is pretty special too,” said Hal Koerner, race director for the Pine to Palm and the Lithia Loop Trail Marathon. “We offer amazing finisher prizes as well and pre- and post-race meals that go beyond the catering and hosting on the trail. “ The next weekend, on September 21, 2014, The Rogue Run returns with a Half Marathon and a newly added 10K for 2014. Laura Weiland, race
Siskiyou Out Back www.siskiyououtback.com
Mt. Ashland Hill Climb www.mtashlandrun.com
Pine to Palm 100-Mile Endurance Run www.roguevalleyrunners.com/P2P100/raceinfo.html
Lithia Loop Trail Marathon www.roguevalleyrunners.com/LLTM/index.html
administrator for The Rogue Run,
The Rogue Run
says they hope to add a marathon in
www.theroguerun.com
2015 and a kids’ run as well.
Ashland Chamber of Commerce
“The Rogue Run isn’t just a run, it’s an adventure,” Weiland said.
Whether you visit the Southern
the region or just river-rafting, hiking or biking, there is plenty to do for the entire family. “Southern Oregon is an outdoor lover’s utopia,” said Brendle. “It has world-class mountains, lakes, streams, trails and the Southern Oregon coast, the greatest of man’s creation including Shakespeare, Britt outdoor music festival, Rogue Cream-
www.ashlandchamber.com
ery cheese, hundreds of wineries and
Rogue Valley Runners (links to other races as well)
jet boat rides.” •
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Event Calendar RUNS/WALKS 6/1 FIRST RESPONDER 5K RUN/WALK; 5K; COOK PARK, TIGARD, OR; www.firstresponder5k.com 6/1 HEAVEN CAN WAIT 5K RUN/WALK 5K; Drake Pk, Bend, OR; www.heavencanwait.org 6/1 NORTH OLYMPIC DISCOVERY MARATHON; Kids, 5K, 10K, 13.1m, 26.2m, Relay; Port Angeles, WA; www.nodm.com 6/1 RUN ON THE RIVER - ASTORIA’S HALF MARATHON AND 5K RACE; 5K, 13.1m; Astoria River Walk, Astoria, OR; www.astoriaparks.com 6/1 TONKIN CHALLENGE; 5K, 10K; Wilsonville, OR; www.fortheloveofschools.com > 6/5 FIT RIGHT 1ST THURSDAY URBAN ADVENTURE RUN; Scavenger Hunt Run; Fit Right, Portland, OR; www.fitrightnw.com 6/7 DASH FOR A CURE 5K & 10K RUN/WALK; 5K, 10K; Blue Heron Pk, Moses Lake, WA; www.buduracing.com/events_detail.php?e=1056 6/7 HELVETIA HALF MARATHON, 5K & 10K; 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Hillsboro Stadium, Hillsboro, OR; www.betterseries.com > 6/8 RED DEVIL CHALLENGE TRAIL RUNS; 10K; Sandcreek Trailhead, Wenatchee National Forest, Cashmere, WA; www.runwenatchee.com 6/14 SCOTT COUGAR MOUNTAIN TRAIL RUN SERIES - 8 & 13 MILE; 8m, 13m; Newcastle, WA; www.nwtrailruns.com 6/14 VANCOUVER USA MARATHON - FREEDOM 5K; Kids, 5K; Esther Short Pk, Vancouver, WA; www.vancouverusamarathon.com > 6/15 DASH FOR DADS; 1m, 5K; Pine Nursery, Bend, OR; www.layitoutevents.com 6/22 BOWERMAN 5K; 5K; Nike World HQ, Beaverton, OR; www.bowermanac.com > 6/28 RACE FOR THE ANIMALS 5K, 10K; Mt Tabor Pk, Portland, OR; www.nwveg.org/race_for_animals 6/28 BIGFOOT FUN RUN 5K 10K; 5K, 10K; Yacolt, WA; www.bigfootfunrun.com 6/29 PACIFIC CREST 5K/10K RUN & WALK 5K, 10KR/W; Sunriver Village, Sunriver, OR; www.aasportsltd.com/pacificcrest > 6/29 BITE OF BEND BEER RUN; 5K; Downtown, Bend, OR; www.thebiteofbend.com/beer-run 7/3 FIT RIGHT 1ST THURSDAY URBAN ADVENTURE RUN; Scavenger Hunt Run; Fit Right, Portland, OR; www.fitrightnw.com 7/4 FIT RIGHT FIRECRACKER 4 MILER 4m; Fort Vancouver Nat’l Historic Site, Vancouver, WA; www.fitrightnw.com > 7/4 FREEDOM 5K 5K; Heckard Field, Molalla, OR; www.molallarunningclub.com/races/freedom-5k
SPARK YOUR HEART 5K RUN/WALK 5K; Riverbend Pk, Bend, OR; www.sparkyourheartbend.com C.A.T. WALK & FUN RUN; 5KR/W; Hillsboro, OR; www.catwalkfunrun.org > 7/4 FOOT TRAFFIC FLAT HALF & FULL MARATHON & FIRECRACKER 5K; 5K, 13.1m, 26.2m; Sauvie Island, Portland, OR; www.foottraffic.us/flat > 7/5 SPARKLER SPRINT 1MI & 5K; 1m, 5K; Soap Lake, WA; www.ulbfit.com 7/6 RED, WHITE AND BLUES 5K/10K 5K, 10K; Portland, OR; www.betterseries.com > 7/6 NEGATIVE SPLIT HALF MARATHON & 5K; 5K, 13.1m; Riverfront Pk, Spokane, WA; www.nsplit.com 7/12 SCOTT COUGAR MOUNTAIN TRAIL RUN SERIES - 10 & 20 MILE; 10m, 20m; Newcastle, WA; www.nwtrailruns.com 7/13 BE THE MATCH WALK+RUN Kids, 1K, 5K; Portland, OR; www.bethematchwalkrun.org 7/13 MISSOULA MARATHON 5K (Sat), 13.1m, 26.2m (Sun); Missoula, MT; www.missoulamarathon.org 7/19 48TH ANNUAL SEASIDE BEACH RUN AND PROM WALK Kids, 5K, 10K; Seaside, OR; www.seasidebeachrun.org 7/19 CHELANMAN MULTISPORT WEEKEND 10K, 13.1m; Lakeside Pk, Chelan, WA; www.chelanman.com 7/19 OLYMPIA LAKEFAIR RUNS; 3K, 8K, 13.1m; Heritage Park, Olympia, WA; www.ontherunevents.com/lakefair 7/19 SHORELINE RUN; 2m, 10K; Richland, WA; www.3rrr.org 7/26 RUN FOR THE BIRDS 5K/10K Kids, 5K, 10K; Sunriver Resort, Sunriver, OR; www.sunriver-resort.com > 7/26 DESCHUTES DASH - 10K; 10K; Riverbend Pk, Bend, OR; www.deschutesdash.com 7/26 MICHELOB ULTRA SEAFAIR TORCHLIGHT RUN; 5K, 8K; Seattle Ctr, Seattle, WA; www.seafair.com 7/27 EUGENE MARATHON Kids, 5K, 13.1m, 26.2m; Hayward Field, Eugene, OR; www.eugenemarathon.com 7/27 DESCHUTES DASH - 5K; 5K; Riverbend Pk, Bend, OR; www.deschutesdash.com 7/27 FIT RIGHT LACAMAS LAKE 1/2 MARATHON AND 5K; 5K, 13.1m; Camas, WA; www.fitrightnw.com > 7/27 WD-10K RUN; 10K; Kittitas Cnty Fairgrounds, Ellensburg, WA; www.buduracing.com/events_detail.php?e=1059 8/2 10TH EMPOWERMENT DAY 5K/10K FOR OVARIAN CANCER 1m, 5K, 10K; Latus Motors Harley-Davidson, Gladstone, OR; www.shocfoundation.org 7/4 7/4
HULA GIRL 5K & 10K 5K, 10K (held in conjunction with Wahine All Women’s Tri); Blue Lk Pk, Fairview, OR; www.aasportsltd.com/wahine > LADYBUG RUN FOR CDH AWARENESS Kids, 1m, 5K, 10K; Cook Pk, Tigard, OR; www.ladybugrun.com CRAWFISH CRAWL 5K; 5K; Tualatin Commons, Tualatin, OR; www.betterseries.com > 8/3 MLK DREAM RUN; 5K, 10K, 15K; Portland, OR; www.mlkdreamrun.org > 8/7 FIT RIGHT 1ST THURSDAY URBAN ADVENTURE RUN; Scavenger Hunt Run; Fit Right, Portland, OR; www.fitrightnw.com 8/9 STILLY FUN RUN 5K FOOTRACE 5K; River Meadows Pk, Arlington, WA; www.festivaloftheriver.com/fun%20run.htm 8/9 COSMO 7K - ALL LADIES RUN; 7K; Fort Vancouver Nat’l Historic Site, Vancouver, WA; www.energyevents.com > 8/10 BRIDGE OF THE GODS HALF MARATHON & 10K; 10K, 13.1m; Cascade Locks, OR; www.bridgeofthegodsrun.com 8/14 DESCHUTES BREWERY TWILIGHT 5K; 5K; Deschutes Brewery, Bend, OR; www.superfitproductions.com 8/16 COSMO 7K - ALL LADIES RUN; 7K; Seattle, WA; www.energyevents.com > 8/24 SEATTLE MARATHON 10K RACE; 10K; Seattle Ctr, Seattle, WA; www.seattlemarathon.org 8/30 4TH ANNUAL SUNRIVER MARATHON FOR A CAUSE 10K, 5K AND KIDS RACE 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Sunriver Resort, Sunriver, OR; www.sunrivermarathon.com > 9/4 FIT RIGHT 1ST THURSDAY URBAN ADVENTURE RUN; Scavenger Hunt Run; Fit Right, Portland, OR; www.fitrightnw.com 9/6 10TH ANNUAL WALK, ROLL ‘N’ RUN FOR UCP; 5K, 8K; RiverEast Ctr Parking Lot, Portland, OR; www.walkrollnrun.org 9/6 GATEWAY TO THE GORGE HALF & 5K; 5K, 13.1m; Troutdale, OR; www.energyevents.com > 9/6 LAKE CHELAN SHORE TO SHORE MARATHON, HALF-MARATHON AND 10K; 10K, 13.1m, 26.2m; Lk Chelan, Manson, WA; www.lakechelanmarathon.com 9/7 PINTS TO PASTA 10K ROADRACE; 10K; The Old Spaghetti Factory, Portland, OR; www.betterseries.com > 9/13 GUTS N GLORY DASH; 5K (Obstacle Race); Kennewick Fairgrnds, Kennewick, WA; www.gutsnglorydash.com > 9/13 HAPPY GIRLS RUN - FOREST GROVE; 5K, 13.1m; Hagg Lk, Forest Grove, OR; www.happygirlsrun.com 8/2 8/2 8/2
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RUN WITH THE GUYS!; 5K, 13.1m; Soap Lake, WA; www.ulbfit.com BIGFOOT 10K ROAD RACE & DIRTYFOOT 10K TRAIL RACE; Kids, 10K; Bend, OR; www.ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=21421 9/18 FITONE 5K FAMILY RUN, WALK & STROLL / 10K / HALF MARATHON / EXPO; 5K, 10K, Half Marathon; Boise, ID; www.fitoneboise.org 9/20 INDIAN SUMMER HALF-MARATHON; 5K, 13.1m; Columbia Pt Pk, Richland, WA; www.3rrr.org 9/20 PREFONTAINE MEMORIAL RUN; 5K, 10K; Coos Bay, OR; www.prefontainerun.com 9/20 RIVER RUN; 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Pybus Public Market, Wenatchee, WA; www.runwenatchee.com 9/21 CHAMPOEG PARK HALF MARATHON & 5 MILER; 5m, 13.1m; Champoeg State Park, St Paul, OR; www.energyevents.com > 9/21 SUSAN G. KOMEN PORTLAND RACE FOR THE CURE; 1m, 5K, 8K; Tom McCall Waterfront Pk, Portland, OR; www.komenoregon.org > 9/21 THE ROGUE RUN - HALF MARATHON & 10K; 10K, 13.1m, Kids; Medford, OR; www.theroguerun.com 9/27 COSMO 7K - ALL LADIES RUN; 7K; Bend, OR; www.energyevents.com > 9/27 HAPPY GIRLS RUN - SPOKANE; 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Spokane, WA; www.happygirlsrun.com 9/28 BELLINGHAM BAY MARATHON, HALF MARATHON & 5K; 5K, 13.1m, 26.2m; Bellingham, WA; www.bellinghambaymarathon.org 10/4 PORTLAND MARATHON KIDS FUN RUN & FESTIVAL; Kids; Portland, OR; www.portlandmarathon.org 10/5 PORTLAND MARATHON 10K FAMILY WALK; 10K; Portland, OR; www.portlandmarathon.org 10/11 DETROIT LAKE MUD RUN; 10K; Detroit Lk Rec Area, Detroit Lake, OR; www.runwildadventures.com 10/11 FALL FEST 1MI OR 5K; 1m, 5K; Soap Lake, WA; www.ulbfit.com 10/12 GIRLFRIENDS RUN FOR A CURE QUARTER & HALF MARATHON 10K, 13.1m; Northwest Personal Training, Vancouver, WA; www.nwpersonaltraining.com/subs/events/event_details.php?event_id=295 10/12 SUSAN G. KOMEN EUGENE RACE FOR THE CURE; 1m, 5K, 8K; Autzen Stadium, Eugene, OR; www.komenoregon.org 10/18 BEND ZOMBIE RUN; Scavenger Hunt Run; Bend, OR; www.bendzombierun.com 10/19 SD’S DOWN AND DIRTY HALF & 10K; 10K, 13.1m; Seventh Mountain Resort, Bend, OR; www.superfitproductions.com 10/25 GRANTS PASS HALF MARATHON; 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Reinhart Volunteer Pk, Grants Pass, OR; www.roguemultisport.com 10/25 RUN2SURVIVE, ZOMBIE FEST; 5K; Vancouver, WA; www.energyevents.com > 10/26 RUN LIKE HELL! Kids, 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Pioneer Courthouse Sq, Portland, OR; www.terrapinevents.com > 11/2 HAPPY GIRLS RUN - SISTERS; 5K, 13.1m; Sisters, OR; www.happygirlsrun.com 11/8 3RD ANNUAL VETERAN’S DAY 5K & 10K; 5K, 10K; Soap Lake, WA; www.ulbfit.com 11/8 MUSTACHE DACHE - BOISE; Kids, 5K; Big Al’s, Boise, ID; www.energyevents.com > 11/9 COLUMBIA CLASSIC; 10m; Battelle Campus, Richland, WA; www.3rrr.org 11/15 MUSTACHE DACHE - PORTLAND; Kids, 5K; Big Al’s, Beaverton, OR; www.energyevents.com > 11/15 MUSTACHE DACHE - CORVALLIS; 5K; Corvallis, OR; www.mustachedache.com/corvallis 11/15 REDMOND POULTRY PREDICTOR; 4m; Farrel McWhirter Farm, Redmond, WA; www.redmond.gov/races 11/27 CENTRAL OREGON THANKSGIVING CLASSIC; 1m, 5K, 10K; Old Mill District, Bend, OR; www.deschutescountygotr.org 11/27 OREGON MID VALLEY ROAD RACE; 2.5mW, 3.75m, 5.2m; Albany, OR; www.omroadrace.org > 11/27 TOFURKY TROT; 5K; Mt Tabor Pk, Portland, OR; www.tofurky.com 11/27 TOFURKY TROT PASADENA/ROSE BOWL; 5K ; Rose Bowl Stadium, Pasadena, CA; www.tofurky.com 11/27 TURKEY DAY 5K AND 5 MILE RUN; 5K, 5m; Redmond Watershed, Redmond, WA; www.finishstrongevents.com 11/27 TURKEY ON THE RUN; Kids, 5K, 12K; Rotary Pk, Wenatchee, WA; www.runwenatchee.com 11/27 TURKEY TROT 5K; 5K; West Linn, OR; www.betterseries.com > 11/29 WINTER WONDERLAND OF LIGHTS RUN/WALK 2m, 4m, 6m; Portland Int’l Raceway, Portland, OR; www.aasportsltd.com/wonderland > 11/29 SEATTLE MARATHON 5K RACE; 5K; Downtown, Seattle, WA; www.seattlemarathon.org 11/30 HOT BUTTERED RUN; Kids, 5K, 12K; Esther Short Pk, Vancouver, WA; www.energyevents.com > 12/6 REINDEER RUN 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Columbia River Foursquare Church, St. Helens, OR; www.crfoursquare.com/reindeerrun.html 12/6 23RD ANNUAL BEND JINGLE BELL RUN/WALK FOR ARTHRITIS; Kids, 5K; Downtown, Bend, OR; www.bendjinglebellrun.org 12/6 SHELLBURG FALLS TRAIL RUN; 10K; Shellburg Falls Rec Area, Lyons, OR; www.runwildadventures.com 12/7 PORTLAND JINGLE BELL RUN/WALK FOR ARTHRITIS; Kids, 5K; Downtown, Portland, OR; www.portlandjinglebellrun.org 12/14 HOLIDAY HALF & 5K - PORTLAND; 5K, 13.1m; adidas North America Campus, Portland, OR; www.foottraffic.us/holiday > 12/20 YMCA CHRISTMAS RUN; Kids, 2m, 6m; Downtown YMCA/Boise HS, Boise, ID; www.ymcatvidaho.org/programs/races 9/13 9/14
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RELAYS WILD ROGUE RELAY; 212m, 6/12ppr Team; Jacksonville, OR; www.thewildroguerelay.com 7/18 PONDEROSA PINE RELAY; Relay; Weiser City Soccer Field, Weiser, ID; www.ponderosapinerelay.com 7/19 WILD WOMAN TRAIL MARATHON AND RELAY; 26.2m, 50K, Relay; Trout Lake, WA; www.wildwomanmarathon.com 8/1 CASCADE LAKES RELAY; 216m, 6-12ppr Team; Diamond Lk to Bend, OR; www.cascadelakesrelay.com 8/1 CASCADE LAKES WALK RELAY; 132m, 8-12ppr Team; Silver Lk to Bend, OR; www.cascadelakesrelay.com 8/15 SPOKANE TO SANDPOINT RELAY; 200m, 6-12ppr Team; Spokane, WA to Sandpoint, ID; www.spokanetosandpoint.com 8/15 SPOKANE TO SANDPOINT WALK RELAY; 139m, 12ppr Team; Spokane, WA to Sandpoint, ID; www.spokanetosandpoint.com 8/22 HOOD TO COAST RELAY; 200m, 12ppr Team; Mt Hood to Seaside, OR; www.hoodtocoast.com > 8/22 PORTLAND TO COAST HIGH SCHOOL CHALLENGE; 130m, 12 ppr Team; Portland to Seaside, OR; www.hoodtocoast.com > 8/22 PORTLAND TO COAST WALK RELAY; 127m, 12 ppr Team; Portland to Seaside, OR; www.portlandtocoastwalk.com > 9/21 GORGEOUS RELAY; 60m Relay; Wyeth to Portland, OR; www.gorgeousrelay.com 10/26 TRI-CITIES MARATHON AND MARATHON RELAY; 26.2m, Relay; Shilo Inn, Richland, WA; www.3rrr.org 6/20
HALF MARATHONS/ MARATHONS/ULTRAS 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, Relay; Port Angeles, WA; www.nodm.com 6/1 RUN ON THE RIVER - ASTORIA’S HALF MARATHON AND 5K RACE; 5K, 13.1m; Astoria River Walk, Astoria, OR 6/7 HELVETIA HALF MARATHON, 5K & 10K; 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Hillsboro Stadium, Hillsboro, OR; www.betterseries.com > 6/14 SCOTT COUGAR MOUNTAIN TRAIL RUN SERIES - 8 & 13 MILE; 8m, 13m; Newcastle, WA; www.nwtrailruns.com 6/15 VANCOUVER USA MARATHON & HALF MARATHON; 13.1m, 26.2m; Esther Short Pk, Vancouver, WA; www.vancouverusamarathon.com > 6/21 BALD PEAK HALF; 13.1m; Haggs Tree Farm, Hillsboro, OR; www.baldpeakhalf.com 6/28 PACIFIC CREST HALF MARATHON & MARATHON 13.1m, 26.2m; Sunriver Village, Sunriver, OR; www.aasportsltd.com/pacificcrest > 7/4 FOOT TRAFFIC FLAT HALF & FULL MARATHON & FIRECRACKER 5K; 5K, 13.1m, 26.2m; Sauvie Island, Portland, OR; www.foottraffic.us/flat > 7/6 NEGATIVE SPLIT HALF MARATHON & 5K 5K, 13.1m; Riverfront Pk, Spokane, WA; www.nsplit.com 7/12 MISSOULA MARATHON 5K (Sat), 13.1m, 26.2m (Sun); Missoula, MT; www.missoulamarathon.org 7/12 SCOTT COUGAR MOUNTAIN TRAIL RUN SERIES - 10 & 20 MILE; 10m, 20m; Newcastle, WA; www.nwtrailruns.com 7/13 FUELED BY FINE WINE HALF MARATHON 13.1m; Dundee, OR; www.fueledbyfinewine.com > 7/13 SILVER RUSH 50 RUN 50m; Leadville, CO; www.leadvilleraceseries.com 7/19 CHELANMAN MULTISPORT WEEKEND 10K, 13.1m; Lakeside Pk, Chelan, WA; www.chelanman.com 7/19 OLYMPIA LAKEFAIR RUNS; 3K, 8K, 13.1m; Heritage Park, Olympia, WA; www.ontherunevents.com/lakefair 7/19 WILD WOMAN TRAIL MARATHON AND RELAY; 26.2m, 50K, Relay; Trout Lake, WA; www.wildwomanmarathon.com 7/20 HARVEST HALF HALF; 8K, 13.1m; Battle Ground, WA; harvesthayhalf.getboldevents.com 7/26 STUMPTOWN HALF MARATHON 13.1m; Blue Lk Pk, Fairview, OR; www.aasportsltd.com/stumptown > 7/26 WHITE RIVER 50 MILE ENDURANCE RUN; 50m; Crystal Mtn, WA; www.whiteriver50.com 7/27 EUGENE MARATHON Kids, 5K, 13.1m, 26.2m; Hayward Field, Eugene, OR; www.eugenemarathon.com 7/27 FIT RIGHT LACAMAS LAKE 1/2 MARATHON AND 5K; 5K, 13.1m; Camas, WA; www.fitrightnw.com > 8/9 HUCKLEBERRY HALF 10K, 13.1m; Welches, OR; www.huckleberryhalf.com 8/9 SCOTT COUGAR MOUNTAIN TRAIL RUN SERIES - 13 & 26 MILE; 13m, 26m; Newcastle, WA; www.nwtrailruns.com 8/10 BRIDGE OF THE GODS HALF MARATHON & 10K; 10K, 13.1m; Cascade Locks, OR; www.bridgeofthegodsrun.com 8/10 HAULIN’ ASPEN; 13.1m, 26.2m; Bend, Bend, OR; www.haulinaspen.com 8/30 4TH ANNUAL SUNRIVER MARATHON FOR A CAUSE HALF MARATHON 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Sunriver Resort, Sunriver, OR; www.sunrivermarathon.com > 6/1 6/1
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Join us for our 43rd Annual Marathon and 5th Annual HALF on 10.5.14 Sign up early–our HALF sells out in January! 8/31 4TH ANNUAL SUNRIVER MARATHON FOR A CAUSE HALF MARATHON, MARATHON 13.1m, 26.2m; Sunriver Resort, Sunriver, OR; www.sunrivermarathon.com > 8/31 OREGON WINE COUNTRY HALF MARATHON 13.1m, Relay; Willamette Valley, OR; www.destinationraces.com/runoregon 9/6 KELOWNA WINE COUNTRY HALF MARATHON 13.1m, Relay; Kelowna, BC; www.destinationraces.com/runbc 9/6 GATEWAY TO THE GORGE HALF & 5K; 5K, 13.1m; Troutdale, OR; www.energyevents.com > 9/6 LAKE CHELAN SHORE TO SHORE MARATHON, HALF-MARATHON AND 10K; 10K, 13.1m, 26.2m; Lk Chelan, Manson, WA; www.lakechelanmarathon.com 9/7 BOZEMAN MARATHON AND HALF MARATHON; 13.1m, 26.2m; Bozeman, MT; www.bozemanmarathon.com 9/13 HAPPY GIRLS RUN - FOREST GROVE; 5K, 13.1m; Hagg Lk, Forest Grove, OR; www.happygirlsrun.com 9/13 PINE TO PALM 100 MILE ENDURANCE RUN; 100m; Williams to Ashland, OR; www.roguevalleyrunners.com/P2P100/raceinfo.html 9/13 RUN WITH THE GUYS!; 5K, 13.1m; Soap Lake, WA; www.ulbfit.com 9/14 BLACK DIAMOND HALF MARATHON 13.1m; Nolte St Pk, Enumclaw, WA; www.aasportsltd.com/blackdiamond > 9/18 FITONE 5K FAMILY RUN, WALK & STROLL / 10K / HALF MARATHON / EXPO; 5K, 10K, Half Marathon; Boise, ID; www.fitoneboise.org 9/20 COLUMBIA RIVER POWER MARATHON & ULTRA; 8K, 13,1m, 26.2m, 50K; Umatilla, OR; www.columbiarivermarathon.com 9/20 INDIAN SUMMER HALF-MARATHON; 5K, 13.1m; Columbia Pt Pk, Richland, WA; www.3rrr.org 9/20 RIVER RUN; 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Pybus Public Market, Wenatchee, WA; www.runwenatchee.com 9/20 SOUTH SANTIAM HALF MARATHON; 13.1m; Lebanon, OR; www.runwildadventures.com
CHAMPOEG PARK HALF MARATHON & 5 MILER; 5m, 13.1m; Champoeg State Park, St Paul, OR; www.energyevents.com > 9/21 FLAGLINE 50K; 50K; Mt Bachelor, Bend, OR; www.flaglinetrailfest.com 9/21 HIGH ALPINE HALF; 13.1m; Mt Bachelor, Bend, OR; www.flaglinetrailfest.com 9/21 THE ROGUE RUN - HALF MARATHON & 10K; 10K, 13.1m, Kids; Medford, OR; www.theroguerun.com 9/27 NORTH COUNTY WINE RUN 9K; 13.1m; Schumacher Farm, Battle Ground, WA northcountywinerun.getboldevents.com 9/27 QUILCENE HALF-MARATHON, 10K AND 5K RUNS; 5K, 10K, 13.1M; Quilcene, WA; www.quilcenehalfmarathon.com > 9/27 HAPPY GIRLS RUN - SPOKANE; 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Spokane, WA; www.happygirlsrun.com 9/28 BELLINGHAM BAY MARATHON, HALF MARATHON & 5K; 5K, 13.1m, 26.2m; Bellingham, WA; www.bellinghambaymarathon.org 9/28 RACE FOR A SOLDIER HALF MARATHON; Kids, 2m, 13.1m; Gig Harbor Family YMCA, Gig Harbor, WA; www.raceforasoldier.com 10/4 LEAVENWORTH OKTOBERFEST MARATHON AND HALF-MARATHON; 13.1m, 26.2m; U.S. Fish Hatchery, Leavenworth, WA; teddriven.com/events/2013-leavenworth-marathon 10/5 CONDOR 25K TRAIL RUN 25K; Corvallis, OR; www.condor25k.org 10/5 PORTLAND MARATHON & HALF MARATHON 13.1, 26.2m; Portland, OR; www.portlandmarathon.org 10/12 GIRLFRIENDS RUN FOR A CURE QUARTER & HALF MARATHON 10K, 13.1m; Northwest Personal Training, Vancouver, WA; www.nwpersonaltraining.com/subs/events/event_details.php?event_id=295 10/12 2014 SPOKANE MARATHON 10K, 13.1m, 26.2m; Spokane, WA; www.spokanemarathon.us 10/12 WALLA WALLA MARATHON; Kids, 10K, 13.1m, 26.2m; Walla Walla, WA; www.wwmultisports.com > 9/21
10/18 RUNAWAY PUMPKIN HALF MARATHON 13.1m; Cheadle Lk Pk, Lebanon, OR; www.runawaypumpkinhalf.org 10/19 HUMBOLDT REDWOODS MARATHON, HALF MARATHON, AND 5K; 5K, 13.1m, 26.2m; Humboldt Redwoods St Pk, Weott, CA; www.redwoodsmarathon.org 10/19 SD’S DOWN AND DIRTY HALF & 10K; 10K, 13.1m; Seventh Mountain Resort, Bend, OR; www.superfitproductions.com 10/25 GRANTS PASS HALF MARATHON 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Reinhart Volunteer Pk, Grants Pass, OR; www.roguemultisport.com 10/26 RUN LIKE HELL! Kids, 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Pioneer Courthouse Sq, Portland, OR; www.terrapinevents.com > 10/26 COLUMBIA GORGE MARATHON AND HALF MARATHON; 13.1m, 26.2m; Hood River, OR; www.breakawaypromotions.com 10/26 TRI-CITIES MARATHON AND MARATHON RELAY; 26.2m, Relay; Shilo Inn, Richland, WA; www.3rrr.org 11/1 LITHIA LOOP TRAIL MARATHON; 26.2m; Lithia Pk, Ashland, OR; www.roguevalleyrunners.com/LLTM 11/1 SILVER FALLS TRAIL 50K ULTRA, MARATHON AND 7MI; 7m, 26.2m, 50K; Silver Falls St Pk, Silverton, OR; www.silverfallsmarathon.com 11/1 ZEITGEIST HALF MARATHON; 13.1m; Optimist Football Pk, Boise, ID; www.zhalfmarathon.com > 11/2 HAPPY GIRLS RUN - SISTERS; 5K, 13.1m; Sisters, OR; www.happygirlsrun.com 11/2 SILVER FALLS TRAIL HALF MARATHON; 13.1m; Silver Falls St Pk, Silverton, OR; www.silverfallsmarathon.com 11/30 AMICA INSURANCE SEATTLE MARATHON; Kids, 13.1m, 26.2m; Seattle Ctr, Seattle, WA; www.seattlemarathon.org 12/6 REINDEER RUN 5K, 10K, 13.1m; Columbia River Foursquare Church, St. Helens, OR; www.crfoursquare.com/reindeerrun.html
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Join us for our 43rd Annual Marathon and 5th Annual HALF on 10.5.14 Sign up early–our HALF sells out in January! CALIFORNIA INTERNATIONAL MARATHON; 26.2m Solo/Relay; Folsom Dam, Sacramento, CA; www.runcim.org 12/14 HOLIDAY HALF & 5K - PORTLAND; 5K, 13.1m; adidas North America Campus, Portland, OR; www.foottraffic.us/holiday > 4/12/15 BLOOMS TO BREWS 10K, 13.1m, 26.2m; Horseshoe Lk Pk, Woodland, WA; bloomstobrews.getboldevents.com 12/7
TRIATHLONS/DUATHLONS 6/7 BLUE LAKE SPRINT TRIATHLON & DUATHLON Sprint Tri, Tri-iT Sprint Tri (My First Tri), Sprint Du; Blue Lk Pk, Fairview, OR; www.aasportsltd.com/bluelake > 6/7 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 MOSES LAKE TRIATHLON: FOR THE HEALTH OF IT!; Sprint Tri, Olympic Tri; Blue Heron Pk, Moses Lake, WA; www.buduracing.com/events_detail.php?e=1055 6/8 BLUE LAKE OLYMPIC TRIATHLON & DUATHLON Olympic Tri, Olympic Du; Blue Lk Pk, Fairview, OR; www.aasportsltd.com/bluelake > 6/14 TRI FOR LIFE Sprint (pool) Tri; South Albany HS, Albany, OR; www.optionsprc.org 6/22 LAKE MERIDIAN TRIATHLON #1 Super Sprint Tri, Sprint Tri; Lk Meridian Pk, Kent, WA; www.lakemeridiantri.com 6/22 CLACKAMAS COVE TRIATHLON; Sprint Tri, Olympic Tri; Clackamette Pk, Oregon City, OR; www.clackamascovetriathlon.com 6/27 PACIFIC CREST KID’S SPLASH, PEDAL-N-DASH Kids Tri (Splash, Bike, Run); Sunriver Village, Sunriver, OR; www.aasportsltd.com/pacificcrest > 6/28 PACIFIC CREST LONG COURSE TRIATHLON & ENDURANCE DUATHLON Long Course Tri, Long Course Du; Wickiup Reservoir to Sunriver, Sunriver, OR; www.aasportsltd.com/pacificcrest >
FIVE MILE LAKE TRIATHLON; Sprint Tri; King County’s Five Mile Lk Pk, Auburn, WA; www.buduracing.com/events_detail.php?e=1057 YMCA TRAIL RUN, MTN BIKE TRIATHLON/DUATHLON; Trail Run, Off Road Tri, Off Road Du; Camels Back Pk, Boise, ID; www.ymcatvidaho.org/programs/races 6/29 PACIFIC CREST OLYMPIC TRIATHLON & DUATHLON Olympic Tri, Olympic Du; Sunriver Village, Sunriver, OR; www.aasportsltd.com/pacificcrest > 7/5 RIGHTEOUS RICHLAND SPRINT TRIATHLON; Sprint Tri, Off Road Tri; Howard Amon Pk, Richland, WA; www.3rrr.org 7/9 ATHLETES LOUNGE TRIATHLON TRAINING RACES; Sprint Tri; Hagg Lk, Forest Grove, OR; www.athleteslounge.com 7/12 HAGG LAKE TRIATHLON & DUATHLON Sprint Tri, Tri-iT Sprint Tri, Olympic Tri, Olympic Du; Scoggins Valley Pk, Forest Grove, OR; www.aasportsltd.com/hagglake > 7/12 YMCA Y-NOT TRIATHLON; Sprint Tri; Parkcenter Pond, Boise, ID; www.ymcatvidaho.org/programs/races 7/19 CHELANMAN MULTISPORT WEEKEND Olympic Tri, Long Tri; Lakeside Pk, Chelan, WA; www.chelanman.com 7/19 TIGER TRI; Olympic Tri; Colville, WA; www.tigertri.com > 7/20 CHELANMAN MULTISPORT WEEKEND Kids, Youth Tri, Tri-a-Tri, Sprint Tri; Lakeside Pk, Chelan, WA; www.chelanman.com 7/20 GIRLFRIENDS & DUDES SHORT DISTANCE TRIATHLON, DUATHLON & KIDS TRI EVENT Sprint Tri, Sprint Du, Kids Tri; Frenchman’s Bar, Vancouver, WA; www.nwpersonaltraining.com/subs/events/event_details.php?event_id=296 7/20 SEAFAIR TRIATHLON & KIDS TRIATHLON; Sprint Tri, Olympic Tri, Kids Tri; Seward Pk, Seattle, WA; www.seafair.com > 7/23 ATHLETES LOUNGE TRIATHLON TRAINING RACES; Sprint Tri; Hagg Lk, Forest Grove, OR; www.athleteslounge.com 7/26 STUMPTOWN LONG COURSE TRIATHLON & ENDURANCE DUATHLON Long Course Tri, Long Course Du; Blue Lk Pk, Fairview, OR; www.aasportsltd.com/stumptown > 6/28 6/28
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DESCHUTES DASH - OLYMPIC; 10K, Olympic Tri, Olympic Du, Olympic Aquabike; Riverbend Pk, Bend, OR; www.deschutesdash.com 7/26 ELLENSBURG SPRINT TRIATHLON; Sprint Tri; Irene Rinehart Riverfront Pk, Ellensburg, WA; www.buduracing.com/events_detail.php?e=1058 7/26 ROLF PRIMA TRI AT THE GROVE; Sprint Tri, Olympic Tri; Lakeside Pk, Cottage Grove Lk, Cottage Grove, OR; www.dark30sports.com/tatg 7/27 DESCHUTES DASH - SPRINT; 5K, Sprint Tri, Sprint Du, Sprint Aquabike, Youth Tri; Riverbend Pk, Bend, OR; www.deschutesdash.com 7/27 WHISKY DICK TRIATHLON; Olympic Tri; Vantage to Ellensburg, WA; www.buduracing.com/events_detail.php?e=1059 8/2 WAHINE ALL WOMEN’S TRIATHLON & DUATHLON Sprint Tri, Tri-iT Sprint Tri, Sprint Du, Kids; Blue Lk Pk, Fairview, OR; www.aasportsltd.com/wahine > 8/2 POWER OF PASCO SPRINT TRIATHLON; Sprint Tri; Chiawana Pk, Pasco, WA; www.3rrr.org 8/3 MID-SUMMER TRIATHLON & DUATHLON Sprint Tri, Tri-iT Sprint Tri, Olympic Tri, Sprint Du; Blue Lk Pk, Fairview, OR; www.aasportsltd.com/midsummer > 8/6 ATHLETES LOUNGE TRIATHLON TRAINING RACES; Sprint Tri; Hagg Lk, Forest Grove, OR; www.athleteslounge.com 8/9 EMMETT’S MOST EXCELLENT TRIATHLONS Kids Tri (Fri 8/8); Sprint Tri, Olympic Tri (Sat 8/9); Emmett/Boise, ID; www.emmetttri.com > 8/9 LAKE TYE TRIATHLON; SPRINT TRI, OLYMPIC TRI, YOUTH TRI Lake Tye; Monroe, WA; www.laketyetriathlon.com 8/9 COEUR D’ALENE TRIATHLON, DUATHLON & SCENIC SPRINT; Sprint Tri, Olympic Tri, Olympic Du; Coeur d’Alene City Pk, Coeur d’Alene, ID; www.cdatriathlon.com 8/9 LAKE TYE YOUTH TRIATHLON; Youth Tri; Lake Tye; Monroe, WA; www.laketyetriathlon.com 7/26
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YMCA HIDDEN SPRINGS DUATHLON; Sprint Du; Hidden Springs, Boise, ID; www.ymcatvidaho.org/programs/races 9/14 BLACK DIAMOND SPRINT TRI & OLYMPIC TRIATHLON/DUATHLON Sprint Tri, Tri-iT Sprint Tri, Olympic Tri, Olympic Du; Nolte St Pk, Enumclaw, WA; www.aasportsltd.com/blackdiamond > 9/20 LEADMANTRI BEND Leadman 85 (Short Course Tri), Leadman 125, Leadman 250 (Long Course Tris); Cultus Lk to Bend, OR; www.leadmantri.com > 9/21 THE PORTLAND TRIATHLON; Sprint Tri, Olympic Tri; Cathedral Pk, Portland, OR; www.portlandtri.com > 10/17 FALL SPRINT TRIATHLON; Sprint Tri, Kids Tri; Eagle Mddl Schl, Boise, ID; www.ymcatvidaho.org/programs/races 10/19 OSU BEAVER FEVER; Sprint (pool) Tri, Sprint Du; Philomath Middle Schl, Philomath, OR; www.osubeaverfever.com 4/12/15 BLOOMS TO BREWS 10K, 13.1m, 26.2m; Horseshoe Lk Pk, Woodland, WA bloomstobrews.getboldevents.com 9/13
MUD/OBSTACLE/MULTI-SPORT/ ADVENTURE RACING 6/14 6/14 6/21 6/21 6/21 6/29 7/12 7/19 7/26 7/26
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VANCOUVER SPARTAN SPRINT 5K, Mud/Obstacle; North Vancouver, BC; www.spartanrace.com WINTHROP TRAVERSE; Multi-sport - Run, MtB, Paddle, Road Bike, Trek; Pearrygin Lk St Pk, Winthrop, WA; www.winthroptraverse.com SUMMER SOLSTICE AMAZING ADVENTURE RACE 5K, 10K, Adv Race; Northwest Personal Training, Vancouver, WA; www.nwpersonaltraining.com/subs/events/event_details.php?event_id=248 BAVARIAN BATTLE ADVENTURE RACE; Mud/Obstacle; Leavenworth Ski Hill, Leavenworth, WA; www.skileavenworth.com/events/bavarian-battle KULSHAN QUEST; Paddle, Trail Run, MtB, Bellingham, WA; www.kulshanquest.com BELLINGHAM KIDS TRAVERSE; Multi-sport - Run, MtB, Obstacle, Trek; Mallard Ice Cream, Bellingham, WA; www.recreationnorthwest.org/bellingham-kids-traverse 5K FOAM FEST - SEATTLE; 5K, Mud/Obstacle; Lk Sammamish St Pk, Issaquah, WA; www.5kfoamfest.com/Location/Index/28 RACE THE REAPER; 6m, Mud/Obstacle; Flying M Ranch, Yamhill, OR; www.racethereaper.org 5K FOAM FEAT - PORTLAND; 5K, Mud/Obstacle; Portland Int’l Raceway, Portland, OR; www.5kfoamfest.com/Location/Index/33 OLYMPIA TRAVERSE; Multi-sport - MtB, Road Bike, Paddle, Run, Trek; Port Plaza, Olympia, WA; www.recreationnorthwest.org/olympia-traverse
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MUDS TO SUDS MUD RACE; 5K, Mud/Obstacle, Adv Race; Hovander Pk, Ferndale, WA; www.mudstosuds.com SUP N’ DU; SUP, Run/Walk; Soap Lake, WA; www.ulbfit.com NORTH BEND TRAVERSE; Multi-sport - Paddle, MtB, Road Bike, Run; North Bend, WA; www.northbendtraverse.com 18TH ANNUAL SEATTLE ESCAPE FROM THE ROCK TRIATHLON; Sprint Tri; Luther Burbank Pk, Mercer Island, WA; www.envirosports.com BELLINGHAM TRAVERSE; Multi-sport - Run, MtB, Road Bike, Trail Run, Paddle; Bellingham, WA; www.recreationnorthwest.org/bellingham-traverse SPARTAN BEAST AT SUN PEAKS RESORT 12m, Mud/Obstacle; Sun Peaks Resort, BC; www.spartanrace.com SAN JUAN ISLAND QUEST; Trail Run, MtB, Paddle; Moran St Pk, Orcas Island, WA; www.sanjuanislandquest.com SPARTAN SPRINT AT SUN PEAKS RESORT 5K, Mud/Obstacle; Sun Peaks Resort, BC; www.spartanrace.com
CYCLING SERIES 6/2 6/3 6/4 8/5 8/19 9/4 9/17 10/5
Portland Short Track MtB Series; MtB; Mon 6/2-7/28; Portland, OR; www.obra.org Twilight Criterium Series; Circuit; Tue 6/3-8/12; Eugene, OR; www.obra.org Mt. Tabor Series; Circuit; Wed 6/4-7/9; Portland, OR; www.obra.org Upper Echelon CX Clinics at Alpenrose; Cyclocross Clinic; Tue/Thu 8/5-9/25; Alpenrose Velodrome, Portland, OR; www.upperechelonfitness.com Twilight Cyclocross Series; Cyclocross; Tue 8/19-9/30; Eugene, OR; www.obra.org Thrilla Cyclocross Series; Cyclocross; Thu 9/4-9/25; Bend, OR; www.webcyclery.com Blind Date at the Dairy; Cyclocross; Wed 9/17-10/15; Alpenrose Velodrome, Portland, OR; www.obra.org CROSS CRUSADE; Cyclocross; Sun 10/5-11/16; Various Locations, OR; www.crosscrusade.com
CYCLING RACES 6/1 6/7
THE OREGON GRAN FONDO 2014; Road Race, Bike Tour; Downtown, Cottage Grove, OR; www.dark30sports.com/ogf BAVARIAN BIKE & BREWS; MtB; Leavenworth, WA; www.dasradhaus.com/events.htm
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Alsea Falls Switchback XC MTB; MtB; Alsea Falls, OR; www.obra.org Revenge of the Disc: Race 1; Time Trial; Brownsville, OR; www.obra.org Montinore Road Race; Road; Forest Grove, OR; www.obra.org Mary’s Peak Hillclimb; Time Trial; Philomath, OR; www.obra.org Revenge of the Disc: Race 2; Time Trial; Brownsville, OR; www.obra.org Revenge of the Disc: Race 3; Time Trial; Brownsville, OR; www.obra.org Alenrose Six Day; 6 Day, Track; Alpenrose Velodrome, Portland, OR; www.obra.org Baker City Cycling Classic; 3 Day Stage; Baker City, OR; www.bakercitycycling.org NWX Criterium; Criterium; Bend, OR; www.obra.org High Desert Omnium; 2 Day, TT, Criterium, Road (RR State Championships); Bend, OR; www.highdesertomnium.com SILVER RUSH 50 MTB 50m MtB; Leadville, CO; www.leadvilleraceseries.com TOUR OF AUFDERHEIDE; Road Race, Bike Tour; Aufderheide Scenic Drive, Westfir, OR; www.dark30sports.com/aufderheide Bend Memorial Clinic Cascade Cycling Classic; Stage Race; Bend, OR; www.cascade-classic.org ALPENROSE VELODROME CHALLENGE; 3 Day, Track; Alpenrose Velodrome, Portland, OR; www.obra.org TAHOE TRAIL 100 100m MtB; Northstar, Lake Tahoe, CA; www.leadvilleraceseries.com High Cascades 100 MTB; MtB; Bend, OR; www.obra.org OUCH: Larch Mtn Uphill Time Trial; Time Trial; Corbett Schl Complex, Corbett, OR; www.consystency.net/OBRA/OUCH OBRA: Uphill Time Trial State Championship; Time Trial; Timberline Lodge, Government Camp, OR; www.obra.org Eugene Celebration; 3 Day, Stage Race; Eugene, OR; www.obra.org OREGON COAST GRAVEL EPIC; Road Race, Bike Tour; Waldport and Siuslaw National Forest, Waldport, OR; www.dark30sports.com/epic David Douglas CX #1; Cyclocross; Vancouver, WA; www.obra.org Het Meer CX Race; Cyclocross; Vancouver, WA; www.obra.org Mt Ashland Hillclimb; Time Trial; Ashland, OR; www.obra.org Future Cross; Cyclocross; Bend, OR; www.poweredbybowen.com Ride Hard, Finish Thirsty, p/b Boneyard; Cyclocross; Bend, OR; www.boneyardcycling.com
9/27 Ninkrossi; Cyclocross; Washougal, WA; www.obra.org 9/28 Battle at Barlow; Cyclocross; Gresham, OR; www.obra.org 10/25 David Douglas CX #2; Cyclocross; Vancouver, WA; www.obra.org
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THE OREGON GRAN FONDO 2014; Road Race, Bike Tour; Downtown, Cottage Grove, OR; www.dark30sports.com/ogf 6/7 APPLE CENTURY BIKE RIDE; Bike Tour; Walla Walla Point Pk, Wenatchee, WA; www.applebikeride.com 6/22 TOUR DE HOOD; Bike Tour; Hood River, OR; www.breakawaypromotions.com 6/27 TOUR DE CREST 25m, 55m Ride; Sunriver Village, Sunriver, OR; www.aasportsltd.com/pacificcrest > 7/13 TOUR OF AUFDERHEIDE; Road Race, Bike Tour; Aufderheide Scenic Drive, Westfir, OR; www.dark30sports.com/aufderheide 7/26 TOUR DE WHATCOM; Bike Tour; Farmer’s Market, Bellingham, WA; www.tourdewhatcom.com 8/23 OREGON COAST GRAVEL EPIC; Road Race, Bike Tour; Waldport and Siuslaw National Forest, Waldport, OR; www.dark30sports.com/epic 10/4 THE KETTLE METTLE 100K; Penticton to Kelowna, BC; www.kettlemettle.ca 6/1
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TRAINING/CAMPS/CLINICS/EXPOS 6/14 6/21 6/28 7/12 7/27
XC SKIING/SWIMMING/OTHER RAISE THE BAR’S FRIDAY NIGHT SWIM RACE; Swimming; Lk Meridian Pk, Kent, WA; www.fridaynightswimraces.com 6/21 MARTHA LAKE OPEN WATER SWIM JUNE; .25m, .5m, 1m, 2m; Martha Lk Swim Beach, Lynnwood, WA; www.marthalakeswim.com 7/4 MARTHA LAKE OPEN WATER SWIM JULY; .25m, .5m, 1m, 2m; Martha Lk Swim Beach, Lynnwood, WA; www.marthalakeswim.com 7/11 RAISE THE BAR’S FRIDAY NIGHT SWIM RACE; Swimming; Lk Meridian Pk, Kent, WA; www.fridaynightswimraces.com 7/19 FAT SALMON OPEN WATER SWIM; 1.25m, 3.4m; Madison Pk, Seattle, WA; www.fatsalmon.org > 7/26 STUMPTOWN OPEN WATER SWIMS .6m, 1.2m, 2.4m; Blue Lk Pk, Fairview, OR; www.aasportsltd.com/stumptown > 6/13
RAISE THE BAR’S FRIDAY NIGHT SWIM RACE; Swimming; Lk Meridian Pk, Kent, WA; www.fridaynightswimraces.com THE COEUR D’ALENE CROSSING; 2.4m Swim; 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 > MARTHA LAKE OPEN WATER SWIM AUGUST; .25m, .5m, 1m, 2m; Martha Lk Swim Beach, Lynnwood, WA; www.marthalakeswim.com 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
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Trek Dirt Series Women’s Mountain Bike Camp; MtB; Whistler, BC; www.dirtseries.com Trek Dirt Series Co-Ed Mountain Bike Camp; MtB; Whistler, BC; www.dirtseries.com Trek Dirt Series Women’s Mountain Bike Camp; MtB; Winthrop, WA; www.dirtseries.com Trek Dirt Series Women’s Mountain Bike Camp; MtB; Whistler, BC; www.dirtseries.com USA Cycling Regional Talent ID Camp (Ages 14-22); Youth Cycling Clinic; Pacific Univ, Forest Grove, OR; www.usacycling.org/regional-talent-id-camps.htm Trek Dirt Series Women’s Mountain Bike Camp; MtB; Hood River, OR; www.dirtseries.com Trek Dirt Series Women’s Mountain Bike Camp; MtB; Fernie, BC; www.dirtseries.com Trek Dirt Series Woman’s Mountain Bike Camp; MtB; Silver Star, BC; www.dirtseries.com Trek Dirt Series Co-ed Mountain Bike Camp; MtB; Whistler, BC; www.dirtseries.com Oregon Fall XC Ski Camp; 12 Day, 5-20K per day XC Ski; Mt Bachelor, Bend, OR; www.xcoregon.org
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