Episode 8 of Bravo’s Top Chef Seattle featured Seattle’s Rat City Rollergirls for the elimination challenge. What did they have to do? Cook for a 100 person roller derby party. Click here to see how these chefs handled it. Rollerderbytape.com is your source for news in the roller derby industry, as well as tips and […]
It’s the end of another year, and that means its time for a quick look back at some of the best (and worst) moments of 2012. Derby News Network is seeking nominations for its annual DNN Reader’s Choice Poll. Categories include: best bout, best rivalry, best announcer, most improved team, and best venue, to name […]
A recent article from BBC declared that “2013 is the year roller derby hits the mainstream.” As the sport continues to gain worldwide notoriety, we have to agree with BBC on this one. Click here to read the article. Rollerderbytape.com is your source for news in the […]
Hard falls and quick stops can create a lot of wear and tear on the toes of your skates. You can increase the life of your skates by maintaining them and taping them properly. This EHow article is a great resource, listing how to tape and re-tape your skates in 6 easy steps. We’d like to […]
Derby Life is seeking YOUR photos for 2012 Photography Competition. The deadline to submit is December 31st. Here are the categories: Best Hit Best Jammer Action Best Moment of Zen Best Embodiment of Team Spirit Best Stare Down Click here to find out more details about submitting your photos.
Fresno is gearing up to welcome the USARS National Roller Derby Championships to the Fresno Convention Center. Events begin Friday 12/14/2012 and wrap up on Sunday 12/15/2012. To find out more about it, click here.
Having trouble deciding just what to get that special derby someone for the holidays? Derby Life offers some great ideas. To see the list, click here.
Casting is complete for the new Broadway show “The Jammer,” which focuses on roller derby from the 1950s. The show will be produced by Atlantic Theater Company, and is scheduled to open on January 9, 2013. To read more about it click here.
The WFTDA has released the new set of rules scheduled to take effect in 2013. This is the first major change of rules for the WFTDA since 2010. To read more about the new rules, click here.
Make your Christmas tree really pop this year by adding some awesome roller derby ornaments. Here are a few great ones from Cafe Press. Check these out from Zazzle.