Never Miss a Mile with ROC
Proud Sponsor of the 2025 Portland Marathon
ROC is proud to serve as an official sponsor of the 2025 Portland Marathon, attracting thousands of runners looking to challenge themselves on a fast, picturesque course through the heart of the city. ROC’s Never Miss a Mile campaign designed to help runners train smarter, avoid injuries, and recover effectively. By providing 26.2 expert-backed strategies, ROC aims to ensure every participant reaches the starting line healthy and crosses the finish line strong.
Since 1972, the Portland Marathon has welcomed runners from around the world on a full tour of the Rose City. Starting and finishing at the city’s iconic waterfront, the course features Portland landmarks, bridge crossings, and celebrations of the city’s 95 neighborhoods.
Route for Saturday October 5, 2025
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Managing Race Day Nerves: Mental Preparation for Marathon Success
You’ve done the training. You’ve logged the miles. But now, race day is getting close and the nerves are kicking in.
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You’ve done the hard work—long runs, hill workouts, tempo miles. Now, as race day approaches, it’s time to do something that feels a little ...
The Best Running Routes in Portland to Prep for Race Day
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