With the fast growing popularity of the Run Like Hell Half Marathon in Portland, producer Terrapin Events has decided to cap the half marathon portion of the event at 2500 this year. The 5k and 10k will still be open for registration, but register early if you want to take part in this race, which has quickly become a favorite among runners in the region. A Run Like Hell is a Halloween themed event that …more »
April 2010 News
Race Report: 2010 Albany Sprint Triathlon
April 19, 2010Submitted by Dave Campbell – The Albany Sprint Triathlon, held this year on Sunday, April 18, epitomizes early season multisport racing, particularly in the Willamette Valley, during April. This race has seen every possible form of weather over the years from gusting winds, bitter cold, rain and even snow and even summer-like temperatures. Both veteran and novice athletes from across the region turned out in Albany for the race on a gorgeous calm, clear, sunny …more »
NW Runners Shine as Oregon’s Arbogast Wins USA 100k Title
April 19, 2010Courtesy Running USA wire #30-04-10, by Dan Brannen – The 2010 USA 100K Championship was hosted by the 4th Mad City 100K in Madison, Wisconsin on Saturday morning, April 10. Chikara Omine of San Francisco set a fast early pace, but was eventually caught by the more even-pacing eventual national medalists. Leading them at the finish was Matt Woods, 30, of Falls Church, Va. taking his first national title in 7 hours, 6 minutes, 22 …more »
Inaugural Tualatin River Trail 10-Mile Run/Walk Set for May 16
April 14, 2010From Press Release – Get the feeling of being on a trail without leaving the city. The inaugural Tualatin River Trail 10-Mile race is a unique experience for runners and walkers of all athletic ability. The race, scheduled for May 16, begins and finishes at Tualatin Community Park. A new pedestrian bridge now crosses the Tualatin River connecting the park systems of Tualatin, Durham Park and Tigard’s Cooks Park. Natural habitat with wetland landscape follows …more »
Race for the Roses Raises More Than $240,000 for Albertina Kerr
April 13, 2010From Press Release – With close to 5,000 runners and walkers, it was a record turnout for the 12th Annual Race for the Roses. The half marathon/10k/5k raised more than $240,000 for the programs of Albertina Kerr. A volunteer committee was integral in planning the event including Chairman Jason Yamamoto, Jessica Brandes, Rivah Feldman, Allison Gourley, Alli Graham, Bob Gravely, Jeremy Hyatt, Angela Hult, Stephanie Loughney, Amanda Meyer, Dan McGrath, Heidi Nielsen and Erinn Warner. …more »
Race Report: 2010 Spring Classic Duathlon
April 5, 2010Submitted by Dave Campbell – It was a somber mood for the 270 athletes assembled at the start line for this year’s Northwest multisport season opener in April 3 in Portland. This year’s Spring Classic Duathlon featured wet roads, temperatures in the low 40s, howling winds on Marine Drive, and dark, gloomy skies all left an impression on the hardy souls who came out to race. The good news was, aside from a few, light …more »
Portland’s Red Lizard Running Club and Foot Traffic Team Up to Provide Shoes to Marshall H.S. Track & Field Team
April 2, 2010From Press Release – Portland’s Red Lizard Running Club and the Foot Traffic running store put on a fantastic benefit event for 20 Marshall High school track and field athletes on Thursday, April 1. Through generous discounts offered by all the major running shoe brands, the proceeds from the Red Lizard Five Miler race were able to pay for new shoes for all members of the Marshall team. “In the past, proceeds from from our …more »
CURRENT ISSUE – April/May 2010 Now Available
April 1, 2010The current issue of RaceCenter Northwest Magazine is now available. Inside this issue you will find the following features and departments. Visit your local specialty running store, triathlon shop or bike shop to pick up a copy, or find RaceCenter on newsstands at Fred Meyer and QFC throughout Oregon and Washington. You can also subscribe to the magazine online HERE. INSIDE THE CURRENT ISSUE Features – FINDING A COACH – INTERVIEW: CHRISSIE WELLINGTON – HEART …more »
