Sponsors

This race is possible only because of numerous volunteers who give up their day to make the magic happen for the runners. We appreciate and are grateful for each of them. Remember to thank them when you are on the course.

Primary Sponsors

ColdFire brews craft beer motivated by European traditions in Eugene, Oregon. They provide the “drinking beer” (all proceeds go to McKenzie River Trust) for after your race.

The physicians and surgeons at Eugene Foot and Ankle provide podiatry services in Lane County. They can help with your overuse foot and ankle injuries as well as the (trail runner’s inevitable) sprained ankle.

Horse Creek Lodge and Outfitters provides equipment rentals, shuttle services, and guided rafting tours as well as comfortable lodging in luxurious cabins, or in the campground, for your year round McKenzie River area adventures. Horse Creek lodge generously provides their shuttle services for our race shuttle annually. Be sure to check out their services!

Run Hub is a full service running store and is committed to building the local running community through their running groups, training programs, and excellent service. They have generously provided our electrolyte hydration and gels as well as operating the most energetic aid station at Trail Bridge since 2018.

SportHill is a local sports apparel store focusing on function and quality. Jim Hill, the founder, has been associated with the race from its earliest years in the mid 1980’s. Over the years they have provided our running apparel swag. If you’re local, check out their annual warehouse sale! If not, don’t worry, their online catalogue is robust.

Physical therapy and performance services for runners, by runners. We know that “stop running” is not a viable treatment plan. When you have pain or want to perform better, it helps to be treated by providers who understand your lifestyle, passion and goals. Zenith-PNW provides 1 on 1, hour-long sessions with the same Doctor of Physical Therapy (who are runners themselves) so you get better, faster.

Spring Fed Media creates lasting impressions for individuals, non-profits, and businesses through photography and videos. Michael has produced quality photography and videography of our run. He has deep ties with the run as his father was one of the founders of the MRTR.

Our families and friends who graciously tolerated and supported our passion for making this event happen. We know this monumental feat could not have happened without your patience.

Partner Organizations

Eugene Mountain Rescue is affiliated with the Lane County Search & Rescue Team, and its volunteers specialize in finding and rescuing people lost and/or injured in the more mountainous regions of Lane County.   EMR annually operates one of the five aid stations located along the MRTR course on race day.

LCSARO is affiliated with the Lane County Search and Rescue Team. These volunteers provide auxiliary and emergency communications to support the Lane County Sherriff and Search and Rescue. They annually provide radio communication along the course (where there is no cell service) and help to keep runners safe by tracking their progress along the course.

McKenzie High School bus drivers generously volunteer their time to provide shuttle services to the start line.

Team RWB is a non-profit health and wellness organization for our veterans. Our local Eugene/Springfield chapter annually supports the run by operating one of the five aid stations along the course and some of their members are also registered to run!

McKenzie Community Track is an independent NCAA certified track and field facility located in Blue River, Oregon. They have generously hosted us for our pre and post run events, camping, and general shenanigans.

Eugene's 15+ member Brazilian percussion ensemble since 2001! Providing runner encouragement along the MRTR course since 2021. Listen for the drums!