Oregon Rivalry Relay

One of Oregon’s longest standing relay races,
the Oregon Rivalry Relay brings out Ducks and Beavers fans
to duke it out along a one-day, 52 mile rural course.

Race Countdown

Oregon Rivalry Relay will be postponed to early 2024. More details coming soon!

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TBD: Early 2024.

Albany to Eugene 

Distance: Oregon Run Distance 52 miles

The Oregon Rivalry Relay will be postponed to early 2024. More details coming soon!

One of Oregon’s longest standing relay races, the Oregon Rivalry Relay brings out Ducks and Beavers fans to duke it out along a one-day, 52 mile rural course. The direction of the route will depend on which school has the home game.

As Oregon hosts the host game for the Oregon Rivalry game, this year’s Oregon Rivalry Relay will start at the Linn Benton Community College Track in Albany.

The course is divided into twenty-five legs and is rural in nature except for when arriving in Eugene. After starting, teams will run on the shoulders of the roads crossing through the scenic Oregon countryside and small, quaint towns, to the finish line at Alton Baker Park in Eugene.

Distance: 52 miles       Elevation: Gain +263       Average Temp: 46°F       Legs: 1-3 miles each

Important Dates

August 27th - Registration opens
November 19th - Last day to register
November 26th - Last day to add teammates
November 29th - Start times announced

Teams will consist of up to five runners. Each person will run 5 legs and the team must maintain the running order, handing off at each exchange. 

Teams are self supporting: teams are responsible for supplying their own vehicle (one only per team) and for stocking their vans with their own water, food, first aid supplies, etc.

High school teams are eligible for a discount. Register for $250 using the coupon code highschool when you sign up. Team members must all be current high school students. 

 

Teams will consist of up to five runners. Each person will run 5 legs and the team must maintain the running order, handing off at each exchange. 

Teams are self supporting: teams are responsible for supplying their own vehicle (one only per team) and for stocking their vans with their own water, food, first aid supplies, etc.

  • Extra sets of running/walking clothes

    (pack each set in resealable plastic bag for easy organization)

  • Running/walking shoes

  • Warm-ups/Cover ups

  • Change of clothes for finish celebration

  • LED headlamp

  • Reflective vest

  • Flashlight

  • Spare running/walking shoes, sandals

  • Four (4) LED flashers

  • Deodorant/Antiperspirant

  • First aid

    (bandaids, Icy Hot, pain relief, anti-chafing, ice packs, stomach relief, ace bandages)

  • Handi Wipes, antibacterial gel

  • Food, snacks

  • Water, refillable water bottle

  • Ziploc plastic bags for wet clothes

  • Running/walking GPS watch

  • Mobile phone/charger

  • Oregon Rivalry Relay handbook

  • Scotch tape (tape team # to van)

  • Cash/credit card/ID

  • Headphones

  • Towel

  • Van decorations

  • Paper towels

  • Garbage bag

  • Teams are self supporting: teams are responsible for supplying their own vehicle (one only per team) and for stocking their vans with their own water, food, first aid supplies, etc. 
  • While directional arrows are placed on the course, the responsibility of knowing and following the prescribed course rests with each participant. We recommend that you print, study and understand the leg maps.
  • Hazards are not marked – runners should proceed with caution.
  • The route is not closed to traffic – runners are running on the side of the road. Therefore, appropriate rules (for safety and for consideration to the people who live there) apply.
  • Vehicles are required to have team numbers and “runner on the roads signs” posted.

Race Information

Event Handbook

Download the comprehensive guide with individual leg maps.

Event Rules

Make sure to thoroughly check all the rules to steer clear of any penalties or disqualification. 

Event FAQs

Discover answers to commonly asked questions ahead of the event!

Important Dates

Stay in the loop with everything you need to know before race day.