Preparing for THOR: racing smart in head season
Coach Franky Sheridan’s advice for the 4.2 km Corrib course: what to wear, how to warm up, and the don’ts of head racing.
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Ochtar Bán na Coiribe: the Eight Women of the Corrib
A new trophy for the Women’s Masters 8+ at THOR, and the story of how Tribesmen’s masters women grew from Learn to Row camps to World Masters gold.
The crew behind Galway’s last Senior Eight title
The University of Galway eight that won the 2014 National Championship reunited as Boat 1 at THOR 2026. Cox Ruadhán Cooke looks back on the crew and the culture that shaped it.
The Overdraught: a tribute to our founders
Fifty years ago a group of friends in Freeney’s Bar borrowed the money for a boat and started Tribesmen Rowing Club. This is their story.
A welcome from our Honorary President, Eamonn Colclough
Founding member and Honorary President Eamonn Colclough on volunteers, fifty years of Tribesmen, and what the Head of the River says about the club.
Welcome to the Tribesmen Head of the River 2026
THOR Committee Chairman Pat Boyle welcomes crews from Ireland, Europe and North America to the 2026 Tribesmen Head of the River.
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Retired bank official
Gerry Small
Retired victualler and beef producer
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Retired physiotherapist