Tribes: The Soul of Trail Roots
Over the years we have been refining ways to keep our runners connected and on top of their game. Our small tribes live and breathe the core of Trail Roots. We live to unplug and lace up, playing in the woods is more fun together, and stepping outside of our daily comfort zones is when we come alive!
The tribes are what Trail Roots is built on. When a new member joins, that person is connected with a Koda (Tribe Leader) , which means friend/ally. We choose the tribe for each member based on their goals, pacing, and where they live. Our goal is for our members to be able to connect during the off days and develop relationships outside of the group runs. By connecting those who have similar goals and can run together, this is the starting point.
From this point, the Kodas take over and welcome the new members. Kodas introduce new members to their tribe and join them for their first trail run together. They share common goals, interests, and open up about their journey. To keep current members connected, the tribes participate in group challenges, quarterly happy hours, and the tribe leaders help watch your back. When you need support at your race, you can reach out to your tribe. Need help finishing your last long run? Your tribe is there! If you’re feeling in a slump, your tribe members check in with you and listen. We got you.
Here is a list of our current tribes, Kodas, and what makes them special!
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Sidewinders
Led by Erick Ramos - Paces range from 9-11 min pace on road, and 10-12 min on most trails. Sidewinders were the winners of our very first Tribe of the Year award from their dedication keeping members engaged and motivated. Race distances range from half marathon to marathon.
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Hot Tamales
Led by Ed Remaley and Rachael Blair - Paces range from 7:30-9:30 on road and 8:30-10:30 on most trails - This tribe leads a polar bear swim on NY Day at Ed’s cold ass pool! Race distances range from Half Marathon - 50k with a few 50 milers
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Trail Roots Trippers (don’t say it too fast)
Led by Julia Howell and Amy Willis - 8:30-11 min on road and 10-13+ min on trail. This tribe gets the most features on Instagram as Julia is our IG manager! This tribe also enjoys running Cap’t Karl’s night trail races together.
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HokaHey
Led by Matt Fletcher and Sam Labrie - 6:30-9 min on roads and 7:30-9:30 on trail. Race distances range from 10k - 100 mi. This tribe was rock solid during Covid times winning just about all of our group challenges. We tried changing the challenges to get other tribes to have a chance to win, but HokaHey was big time winners. They were also winners of the Tribe of the Year for 2020.
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Postfontaines
Led by Jenny Waldron and Josie Fox - 8-10:30 on road and 9:30-11:30 on trails. Race distances range from 10k - 50k for most. Postfontaines is what comes after Prefontaine! Get it? This is our most fashion forward tribe of all. These guys are in with the cool crowd and dress to impress! Also because Josie works for Tito’s, this tribe tends to have a good time!