This was my very first time running a Shamrock Run Portland race. It was a bit tougher getting up since we lost an hour due to Daylight Savings on Sunday. I chose the half marathon to run because last year I ran the NYC Half which was around the same time and I was looking for a half marathon to sign up for in March when I was planning the year. But it’s nice that they offer many other distance options: 5k, 8k, and 15k. The half marathon was scheduled to start at 8 am.
The race started on time. This pic was taken at 8:02 pm and you can see the Portland Oregon sign on the left.
It was nice that there were bands along the course.
Love it when people give high five’s!
Passed by Portland State University.
Ran by Duniway Park and Terwilliger Park.
So happy to go downhill after that tough climb. I can’t believe a few of us were actually stopped on SW Barbur Blvd to let a car on SW Hamilton St. cross. This was the first time I’ve been stopped in a race. A little disappointing since I lost some time.
But seeing mile 12 was nice, the end was near!
The finish line after finishing, looking back.
After the race I had chocolate milk and some chowder. There were many booths but it was still raining. I was cold and my husband and kiddos were in the car. So I didn’t stay long.
It was really muddy too. All I wanted was a hot shower. I was shivering by the time I got to the car. I got my hubby to take my pic before we left.
Have you ran a St. Patrick’s Day theme race?
Wow, great work–that elevation is insane!
Thanks! It was a tough one!
Great run!! You did amazing with those hills and the rain! Congrats on the PR!!
Great job on the race! A rainy half is no fun. I can’t believe you were stopped either, to let a car through? WTH! Your pictures are amazing.
Thanks Wendy!! The rain wasn’t too bad until afterwards when I got cold. Yeah, I was surprised I got stopped. Oh wells!
Wow, a PR in the pouring rain – AWESOME! I love the picture of you where you can actually see the downpour. Can’t say I’ve ever raced in the rain before. I’m too spoiled living in CA.
Oh my gosh! You did great in that rain. I’ve never had to stop for a car in a race, but I wondered about it in my last race when we sort of had people stuck in their neighborhoods.
Thanks so much! We shouldn’t have to stop for cars in races usually. It was disappointing.
Awesome job lady on your race and a PR to boot!!! Even the rain couldn’t drown out that smile!!! Congratulation!!
Wow! Congrats on an awesome new PR on a tough course and in the rain. I bet that towel came in handy at the finish.
Thanks Debra! It sure did! That towel was the only thing I had at the end to keep me somewhat warm. I didn’t see any of those race blankets that they usually give out.
Oh my word on Miles 6-10, must have been so nice to finally go downhill. The finish line photos of you were great! Kudos on a new PR in the rain.
It was sooo nice to finally go downhill! Thanks Jennifer!!