Category Archives: race report

Silver Falls Half Marathon, or a Return to Awesomeness

Posted on November 5, 2011 by

This morning I raced a cold, misty trail half-marathon. (more on that later!) After the race I found myself standing next to someone whom I hadn’t seen or raced with in a very, very long time. This person is just … Continue reading →

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Epic Race Weekend Report

Posted on March 27, 2011 by

I just completed an epic weekend of back-to-back racing. If racing twice in two days sounds like a foolish use of one’s weekend I would ask you to reconsider. I mean, just imagine how good it feels right now to … Continue reading →

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Race Report: Willamette Mission Trail Challenge 10K

Posted on January 29, 2011 by

Too many weeks have passed without so much as a peep. It’s been a busy and productive 2011 so far and there just hasn’t been a lot of spare time.  Here are a few important updates. 1. The Cal. Internataional … Continue reading →

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CIM 2010: The Race Report

Posted on December 7, 2010 by

This past weekend I raced in the  California International Marathon. It was my 9th, and most difficult marathon. There was no PR. There was no race against the clock or rally to keep pace. But there was glory and grit, … Continue reading →

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2010 Run Like Hell 1/2 Marathon Race Report

Posted on October 24, 2010 by

Here are the lessons I learned today: #1 It’s good to brush your teeth everyday – and especially before running a 1/2 marathon. Nothing is more icky than running with a pasty mouth. #2 It’s good to drink a glass … Continue reading →

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Blue Lake 15K Victory

Posted on October 17, 2010 by

I obviously owe a much bigger update, but this will have to do for now. Yesterday I ran the Blue Lake 15K … and I won! Holy cow.     Results: First place woman, ninth place overall Time: 1:04:44

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2010 Timberline Trail Marathon Race Report:

Posted on June 5, 2010 by

This morning I ran a gnarly gnarly  trail marathon. This evening I ate my weight in the best of Portland pizza, demolished an old fashioned glazed donut and several (six) Newman’s Ginger-O’s. Now I am sitting here with a happy … Continue reading →

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SOB 50k Race Report

Posted on July 17, 2009 by

Siskiyou Out and Back 50k, you were a monster. A wicked, beautiful monster. A hungry monster who ate ultra runners for breakfast and then spat them out all over the mountainside. Here, better late than never, is my account of … Continue reading →

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Race Report: White Salmon Trail 1/2 Marathon

Posted on June 20, 2009 by

So here is how it went down. Friday evening I was wrapping up my first week at the office and was totally pooped. I wanted nothing more than to crawl home and sleep my way through the weekend. However, it’s … Continue reading →

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The Mini Race Report: Forest Park Trail Run 20k

Posted on May 25, 2009 by

Wow. What a great day for a race! The sky was blue, the single track dry, and the competition fierce. Distance: 20k (12.2 miles) Time: 1:32:10 – average 7:32 minutes/mile Place: Second place woman, eighth overall Details: This past week … Continue reading →

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Race Report: Eugene Marathon 2009

Posted on May 4, 2009 by

It is time again for the post-marathon epic race report. I offer no defense for its length. It was a long, complicated and ultimately amazing race. But first, allow me to tantalize you by offering a preview of the juicy … Continue reading →

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Pictures from Shotgun Creek 25K

Posted on April 1, 2009 by

(Yes, I am wearing two watches. Yes, I am a nerd. ) The flatest part of the race… Thanks to Mandy and Dean Giblin for the photos! Great racing, Red Lizards.

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My First Win: The Shotgun 25k Trail Blast

Posted on March 30, 2009 by

No amount of typing will do this race report justice. It needs photos. There is just no other way I can describe the mud, hills and insanity. Worse yet, it was a small event and I haven’t been able to … Continue reading →

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2009 Portland Shamrock Run 15k

Posted on March 15, 2009 by

I thought it in my best interest to run the Portland Shamrock Run, not only because it’s one of Portland’s biggest races, but because everyone who finishes gets a free t-shirt and beer. And really, who can say no to … Continue reading →

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My First Ultra: Hagg Lake 50k Race Report

Posted on February 23, 2009 by

(Warning: This was a long race, so only a long race report will do!) Prologue: If there’s one thing is more nerve-wracking than prepping for a big race, it’s not knowing if you’re actually going to get the chance to … Continue reading →

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