I did not suggest bowing triplets with a whole bow,triplets are not particuarly loud, volume wise.
with the correct classical hold and using slurred bowing,it is possible to play all kinds of traditional music well,reels, jigs,polkas,strathspeys, hornpipes airs etc.
once you start holding the bow 2/3 of the way up,you are restricting the amount of volume you can get[particuarly important for airs].
the bow is a certain length for a reason,make full use of it when necessary and the music is improved,dynamics are particuarly important for airs,while one can play quietly while holding the bow halfway/2/3 ,one cant play as loud as when the full bow is used.
using a bent thumb helps wrist movement,wrist movementis important when using the bow.