THE OREGON BLOG
The Oregon Brewery Running Series Blog is a source of news and information related to running, beer, and all things Portland. Catch our interviews, articles and mroe. We post twice a week, and when you join our email newsletter, we’ll send you a recap every Monday!
Highlights from the 2018 Oregon Brewshed Alliance Brewfest (podcast)
This episode of the podcast was recorded live at the 3rd Annual Oregon Brewshed Alliance Brewfest on May 16th, 2018. We had a table at the event where everyone was there to celebrate “Oregon craft brews and the forest watersheds that make them possible!” Hosted by Brewshed® Partner McMenamins Kennedy School, over 30 local Oregon breweries and other businesses poured great brews and donated great raffle prizes for this great cause. We talked to several of the brewery reps, Marielle Cowden, (who heads the Alliance), as well as some volunteers and other partners. It’s a quirky little episode, but we think it will give you a fun sense for the event.
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Why You Should Run the Inaugural Rose City Mile (podcast)
In this episode, I’m talking with Shasta Zielke, one of the founders of the Rose City Track Club. Learn about the club, and also the inaugural Rose City Mile, which is a one-mile race happening on June 30, 2018, at the Dunniway track in Southwest Portland. We also share a few training tips, so listen now!
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Becoming a Faster, Stronger, Runner with Greg Mitchell (podcast)
Welcome to another installment of the Oregon Brewery Running Series Podcast; Inspiring Oregonians to Get Active, Have Fun, and Give Back. We host family-friendly, 5K fun runs that start and end at some of Oregon’s best breweries. REGISTER FOR OUR NEXT RUN HERE! Today...
Innovative! Tasty! Community! Interview with John Harris, Ecliptic Brewing (podcast)
Today on the podcast, we’re getting to know John Harris, owner, and Brewmaster at Ecliptic Brewing. We talk with John about the very first beer he ever brewed, walk through his brewing journey, and also learn a bit about what makes Ecliptic Brewing innovative, tasty, and oriented around community. Listen now!
Become a Stronger Runner with Tandem Personal Training (podcast)
Today on the podcast, I’m talking with Scott Brown from Tandem Personal Training, about the convenient and affordable way they can connect you with local personal trainer to accomplish your health and fitness goals. Scott is a product manager with Tandem and has 15 years coaching athletes, non-athletes, and everyone in between. Since 2014, he has been focused on helping anyone on a health or fitness journey through the development of digital fitness, performance, and health training tools. Ever since he stepped away from being a full-time trainer, Scott has been working with companies that are passionate about making training approachable and achievable for everyone, which makes Tandem an excellent fit for him.
Fun! Relaxing! Beer! Jerry Fechter, Lompoc Brewing (podcast)
Today on the podcast, I sit down and chat with Jerry Fechter, the owner and head keg washer at Lompoc Brewing (his words, not mine). Jerry’s hilarious! I’ve gotten to know him a tiny bit since 2017 when they hosted a 5k fun run with us. This year, 2018, they will be hosting another one of our runs at their fifth quadrant, or 5q, location in North Portland on April 28. If you’d like to join us, use promo code Lompoc5, and save $5.
Passionate! Original! Solid! Interview with Ryan Pappe, Head Brewer at Portland Brewing (podcast)
Welcome to another installment of the Oregon Brewery Running Series Podcast; Inspiring Oregonians to Get Active, Have Fun, and Give Back. We host family-friendly, 5K fun runs that start and end at some of Oregon’s best breweries. Today on the podcast, I'm talking with...
Find Another Spring Race! Tips from Run Oregon Blog (podcast)
Welcome to another installment of the Oregon Brewery Running Series Podcast; Inspiring Oregonians to Get Active, Have Fun, and Give Back. We host family-friendly, 5K fun runs that start and end at some of Oregon’s best breweries. Today on the podcast, we’re doing...
Fun! Knowledgeable! Beer! Interview with Lisa Morrison of Belmont Station (podcast)
On today’s show, I talk with Lisa Morrison, “beer goddess” and co-owner of Belmont Station. She and I talk about the six things all people need to know about beer. We define what beer is, describe what gives it its color, talk about the right way to taste it, explain the fundamental difference between the two core styles of beer (ales and lagers), share some food pairing ideas, and more. Lisa will also share her number one hope for beer drinkers around the world. You’ll also find a promo code, so listen closely!
StormBreaker Brewing 5K Fun Run Recap from March 3, 2018
If you were to design the perfect running weather, most likely, you would create something similar to what we experienced during the StormBreaker Brewing 5K Fun Run on Saturday, March 3, 2018. The final run of our winter series couldn’t have been better! 140 amazingly enthusiastic runners came out and enjoyed a lovely course along the Overlook bluffs in North Portland, then enjoyed delicious StormBreaker beer, and all around a great time. Check out pics and more here!
Hopworks Vancouver 5K Fun Run Recap from February 24, 2018
132 dedicated runners recently completed a flat and fast 5k-ish course at Hopworks in Vancouver Washington! This run was one of the Oregon Brewery Running Series winter 5k fun runs that start and end at great breweries in Oregon and Southwest Washington. It’s strange to think that just two days before this event, schools, and business closed due to a “weather emergency.” Check out photos of the event, then register for our next one!
StormBreaker Brewing 5K Fun Run Recap from March 3, 2018
If you were to design the perfect running weather, most likely, you would create something similar to what we experienced during the StormBreaker Brewing 5K Fun Run on Saturday, March 3, 2018. The final run of our winter series couldn’t have been better! 140 amazingly enthusiastic runners came out and enjoyed a lovely course along the Overlook bluffs in North Portland, then enjoyed delicious StormBreaker beer, and all around a great time. Check out pics and more here!
Hopworks Vancouver 5K Fun Run Recap from February 24, 2018
132 dedicated runners recently completed a flat and fast 5k-ish course at Hopworks in Vancouver Washington! This run was one of the Oregon Brewery Running Series winter 5k fun runs that start and end at great breweries in Oregon and Southwest Washington. It’s strange to think that just two days before this event, schools, and business closed due to a “weather emergency.” Check out photos of the event, then register for our next one!
Three Benefits of Running Stairs
No matter what type of runner you are, from a casual 5k fun runner to a more seasoned distance runner, adding stairs into your workout will make it all feel more natural. I recently talked with Jake Stout, my local Physical Therapist and performance running coach, about this. In this article, he shares three reasons why stairs (or any plyometrics) are a good idea for runners.
Telling Beautiful Stories with Steve Wright, President Oregon Road Runners Club
In today’s show, we have the privilege of talking with Steve Wright, the President of The Oregon Road Runners Club. You’ll get to learn about what they are doing for the Oregon running community, but also a bit about Steve; how this 73-year-old marathoner keeps fit and leans on running to endure whatever life throws at him. Listen closely to this inspirational story! You’re sure to find motivation for whatever your goals are.
Delicious! Chaotic! Intense! Interview with Dan Malech, co-owner, StormBreaker Brewing
In today’s show, Nathan talks with one of the co-owners of StormBreaker Brewing, Dan Malech. StormBreaker Brewing is on Mississippi Ave in North Portland, and soon, will be opening a second location in the spring of 2018 in St. John’s. In the interview with Dan, you’ll get to learn a little bit about how he got into the word of craft beer, the origins of StormBreaker, how he became a runner (and the year he ran too many half marathons), a few of his favorite beers, as well as the low down on their new location and a few other new things their team is looking forward to in 2018. Make sure to listen closely for a promo code for FIVE free entries!