Ridgeline@Blanton run

4 Jan 2009 - Ridgeline Trails, Blanton Trailhead Continuing to re-pursue trail running. Did one of my Ridgeline trails favorites: Blanton-Willamette-Blanton. I'm also wanting to continue cataloging what clothes/gear works. Also, I've been trying out "RunKeeper":http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewSoftware?id=300226023&mt=8, a slick iPhone app for tracking runs/rides/hikes, etc. It has some issues (as do all iPhone GPS apps) with the significant tree cover on the trails I'm doing, but when it works, it's nice. It seems to be pretty close o this one I think: It was 45 degrees out, no rain. I was particularly happy with my run, as once I got to the top of the initial switchback bit, I ran from there to Willamette, continuously. Wasn't able to run quite as much back, but still a good run overall. A bit of knee pain on final descent. Gear: * shorts - seemed fine even at this temp * Smartwool cycling/running socks - perfect * Saloman XT Wings shoes as usual * "Icebreaker GT 180 Chase Crewe":http://www.icebreaker.com/site/icebreaker_man_icebreakergt180_ls_chase_crewe.html top as base layer, AWESOME! * REI light fleecy top for a bit more warmth, and handy arm pocket for iPhone :) Combo of these two tops was perfect. * Mazawhatever glove liners for gloves. Stupid, enough of these, should just throw them out, as they suck.