From Awkward to Awesome: Steph's Top Six Volée Highlights
1. HUGGING STRANGERS AT START LINES
How many times have you made your way to the start line of a race all by yourself? You might be nervous and feeling a little lonely. When you wear your Oiselle singlet you WILL make friends at the beginning of any race. It’s guaranteed that anyone else wearing the team singlet will share a big smile, an introduction and maybe even a good luck hug.
2. WORLDWIDE FRIENDS
Travelling to Tucson, Hawaii or Ottawa? Volée live there! With over 4,000 members worldwide, there are welcoming teammates almost everywhere. Whether you are looking for a running partner, a place to stay or a restaurant recommendation, you can connect with local Volée via the online community portal.
3. FRIENDSHIPS THAT ARE ABOUT MORE THAN RUNNING
Sure, running might be the thing that brings us together initially, but the Volée brings together people who may have otherwise never met and helps us get over the “making friends as an adult” hump. Having real life, grown up friends are an invaluable Volée highlight. #VoléeFastFriends
4. THE MOST EPIC GIRLS WEEKEND IMAGINABLE
All Volée members get the opportunity to attend Big Birdcamp – an epic three-day weekend filled with running, new friends, campfires and hanging out with Lauren Fleshman and Kara Goucher!
5. RACE DAY SQUAD
If you are running any major race around the country, you can count on your Volée teammates showing up. Whether you need a boost from Cowbell Corner or you need a little pep talk from a teammate on the course, the Volée will be there for you!
6. ACCESS TO THE EXPERTS
Lauren Fleshan, Kara Goucher, Sally and Dr. Lesko are part of the team too! Where else can you crowdsource training tips from the experts?
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