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Extra Benefit for USATF Members
You probably got one of those little key ring cards when you renewed with USATF. I did, and fortunately I put it on my house key ring. I ended up dropping that key ring and was set to get new keys cut...
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USATF Trail Marathon Championships
Last month, on November 3rd to be specific, the USATF Trail Marathon Championships were held in Moab, UT in the famed slick rock region. This was the most technical course I have ever encountered...
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If it hurts, see the doc!
About a year and half ago, I took a fall while ice climbing in some crevasses in the Elliot Gracier on Mt. Hood. As I fell I tried to arrest with my right hand axe, which caught, seriously yanking my...
View ArticleRegistration for Granite Man Open
Registration for this summer's Granite Man 10 Mile USATF Mountain run is open. This year's race will take place on Sunday June 2nd at Applegate Lake in Southern Oregon. This 10 mile trail race...
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Oregon Mountain Running Series for 2013
I am putting the finishing touches on the plans for this summer's race series and will post the schedule by early next week. There will be at least 5 races, and possibly 6. La Sportiva has again been...
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Nike Sport Research Lab Recruiting
I work on the Nike Sport Research Lab in Beaverton, OR, and the group that tests running shoes is looking for subjects. There are a variety of studies and you don't need to be an elite athlete. If you...
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Max King Sets Record at Way Too Cool
Oregon based ultra runner Max King again shows why he's among the best. For the story in the Auburn Journal click through at Auburn Journal
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Oregon Mountain Running Series 2013
The schedule is nearly finalized! We will be having at least five races and possibly a sixth. This is going to be an exciting series this year. Our major sponsor is again La Sportiva who has been very...
View ArticleCompression Tights Make a Difference
A recent study presented in The Journal of Strength & Conditioning indicates that there is a measurable effect of wearing graduated compression tights.The Effect of Graduated Compression Tights,...
View ArticleRegistration for Ashland Opens April 20th, Will Fill Fast!
The third race in the Oregon Mountain Running Series is the venerable Mt Ashland Hillclimb Run. Registration opens tomorrow, April 20th and will fill up fast so you best set your alarm and get on it...
View ArticleSmith Rock Ascent Countdown!
The first race of the 2013 Oregon Mountain Running Series is fast approaching. The Smith Rock Ascent, a new race, looks to be an excellent opportunity for early season competition. Registration is open...
View ArticleSmith Rock Pulled from OMRS
The race at Smith Rock tomorrow (April 27th) will not be part of the ORMS after all. The change is completely my fault. As La Sportiva is one of our sponsors, this conflicts with Smith Rock having...
View ArticleGranite Man Countdown
Just 5 days until the first race in this year's Oregon Mountain Running Series! You still have time to register online (until midnight on 5/30) for $25. Race day registration will be available for an...
View ArticleTimberline Mountain Run: Last Day for Early Registration
Today is the last day to register for the Timberline Mountain Run at the discounted price. Better get on it!
View ArticleBig Weekend: Pre-Classic in Eugene, Granite Man at Applegate Lake
The weather is looking great for the Granite Man race on Sunday. I'll be at the Pre-Classic in Eugene this afternoon and tomorrow, then driving down to Ashland tomorrow afternoon. I will be at Rogue...
View ArticleGranite Man in 14 Hours
Conditions look great for tomorrow. It was hot in Ashland today but the altitude and early start means it will be much cooler at the start of the race. Please stop by the OMRS Tent to say hi.
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Preliminary Race Report: Granite Man
Beautiful weather and a great course greeted runners at Sunday's Granite Man 10 mile Mountain Race.A Fast Start, David Laney takes out the pack around Applegate LakeDavid Laney, 24, of Ashland handily...
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David Laney, Jenn Shelton Lead 2013 Oergon Mountain Running Series
After the first race of the summer at Granite Man, David Laney and Jenn Shelton lead the Men's and Women's Open divisions respectively. Donald Gallogly and Lee Ann Paul lead the Men's and Women's...
View ArticleAshland Hill Climb
Fingers crossed that the smoke will clear enough for tomorrow's race. Torsten will make the call at noon.
View ArticleRace is on !
Looks like the race is going to happen!! Please see the official site for details. The race director reserves the right to cancel at the last minutehttp://www.mtashlandrun.com/.
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Timberline Mountain Run on Sunday
After tomorrow's Ashland Hill Climb, the second event in the weekend double is the Timberline Mountain Run. I'll be packing up here Saturday and hauling up to Mt. Hood for Sundays race. See you...
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Package Pickup Time for Ashland
Time to pick up your race packet at Rogue Valley Runners. Smoke has really started to clear out and things are looking up for tomorrow's race!
View ArticleAshland Hill Climb a Big Success!
David Laney and Becka Kem overcame any issues with what little lingering smoke there was to win the Men's and Women's open at the Ashland Hill Climb.As he does every year, Torsten put on a fantastic...
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Timberline Mountain Run Start
A cool morning with scattered clouds and a breeze greeted runners in this mornings Timberline Mountain Run. After winning the Ashland Hill Climb Run yesterday in Ashland (a 6 hr drive south of here),...
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David Laney Completes the Double
Having won the Ashland Hill Climb on Saturday, David Laney made the 6 hour drive north for a repeat performance on Sunday, winning the Timberline Mountain Run.Thanks to everyone for coming out for a...
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