It had to happen sooner or later.
Jan 262012
I’ve been hearing really great things about these mouth guards for roller derby but I’ve never had a chance to use them. What do you all think about them?
Jan 252012
Derby Playbook was launched in December, 2012 by Gandreas Software. It’s a WFTDA roller derby track layout that you can draw on and move skaters around the track. You can also set key frames with your skaters and playback their movements over a 2 minute jam. Pretty neat idea and a perfect idea for any coaches out there. I don’t think every skater needs it but for $5.00 why not give it a try. I would really like the developer to add the ability to export a jam as a video file in the future.
http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/derby-playbook/id485314738?mt=8
As requested by GoAnna888! Now we need someone to write up a full review for these wheels. If you want your review featured on this page send an email to info@queenoftherink.com for more info.
… and one more short four minute film. This time about the Texas Rollergirls which was made in less then 48 hours this past MLK weekend.
Jan 182012
Another trailer for another roller derby documentary. This full length film debuts in September, 2012.
THE PACK is a documentary film that follows intimate portraits of four players from the team The Fury, showing how they balance their lives while being professional roller derby players. The film also follows their team as they prepare and compete to keep their title as IVY King Cup Champions in their home season championship. The Fury is the first team … Continue reading »
Jan 182012
Found a fun four minute video on derby and where the sport is heading. Get ready because there are a ton of new documentaries coming out and you are about to get bombarded with them.
Here is how the creator describes the piece.
Roller derby has been plagued by controversies stemming from misconceptions and a lack of knowledge about the sport. Fans of roller derby of a generation past watched a broadcast of scripted, campy catfight and … Continue reading »
Jan 172012
For the first time in WFTDA history a bout has lost it sanction. Is that the right way to say it? De-Sanctioned? Unsanctioned? Sanctionless?
Here is what WFTDA says.
The Games Review Panel has revoked the sanctioning for the November 5, 2011 bout between Babe City Rollers and Des Moines Derby Dames due to an infraction by Des Moines. The Des Moines Derby Dames rostered two skaters who were not on their charter at the time of … Continue reading »
Jan 172012
What would Stewie’s roller derby name be?
Jan 082012
This is no time for a product recall. Don’t they know I’m on vacation.
If you have one of the effected helmets then you can return the them for a full refund.
Here is what they have to say.
Bicycle Helmets Recalled by Triple Eight Distribution Due to Risk of Head Injury
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers … Continue reading »
Jan 052012
Up by popular demand. Not going to do a redline version since its an upgrade you can get on a lot of Riedell boots including my favorite 265.
We haven’t skated on these wheels yet but if you have please write a review and we will post it.
Jan 022012
I’ve been working on a way to better see all the gear in our database at a quick glance. Today I’m launching the Gear Comparison Tool in BETA with all the wheels in our database. Give me some feedback on what our users might need to make this tool better and more useable. Trying to add thumbnail photos currently.
Give it a spin.
Here’s the link.
http://www.queenoftherink.com/roller-derby-wheel-reviews/
Dec 312011
From the folks that brought you Antik skate boots now you can have a roller bag to match. This airline legal bag packs a ton of space for all your pads, helmet, skates and extra wheels. I really like the large mesh zipper pockets on the flap to store your pads. When you get home just flip open the bag and let the thing air dry to keep the derby stench down to a minimum.
… Continue reading »
Dec 312011
This might not seem like big news at first but now Mens Roller Derby will be allowed to skate under WFTDA insurance. This is a great move for both organizations but most importantly it will once again allow men and women to cross train, scrimmage, and bout together.
The whole press release can be read at WFTDA.com.
Dec 152011
Riedell announced the Model 495 boot a few months ago but has just got around to releasing details about the it. This will be the first derby boot that you will be able to get in different widths. If you get a pair and have an opinion please let us know.
Here’s what Riedell says about the boots.
Hand sorted full grain leather upper
Full grain Chinook leather lining
Genuine Shearling tongue lining
Riedell HF-5 heat moldable reinforcement – outside … Continue reading »
Dec 062011
Bonnie ran around at the World Cup and had girls from all over the world tell their roller derby story. There are a lot of great ones.
Dec 062011
I know some people urge us to just allow this kind of noise to fade into the background but right now I feel like feeding the troll. You don’t have to love roller derby but you at least have to attend a bout to have an opinion on it.
Trash is here: http://www.themorningbulletin.com.au/story/2011/12/06/scantily-clad-ladies-but-roller-derby-isnt-sport/
Dec 032011
Can’t find a version that can be embedded so you must follow this link but it’s worth it. Seems as though they’ve signed Julliette Lewis on to the project as well. Here’s the link:
https://www.facebook.com/video/video.php?v=10150515724692845
Nov 232011
Epic.
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