Recently, I bought some new boots and plates online. Unfortunately, as is the risk with buying something without having the modern luxury of trying it on first, they did not quite fit properly. I could skate in them, but they were too thin for my flipper feet and wouldn’t have been sustainable for me in the long run. But, rather than ditch my pricey new purchase, I decided to do something about it by trying to stretch them out a bit and, happily, I can report it worked. Read more
OMG, Sun! Now that we’re nearing a return to normalcy, you might be thinking it’s time to dust off those pads and get yourself back on eight wheels – AND YOU’D BE RIGHT! So, while you’re waiting to get yourself … Read more
We are super proud to announce the launch of the new names and logos for our WFTDA aligned A and B teams; we are now officially named Nottingham Roller Derby Arrows and Nottingham Roller Derby Bolts. Read more
Nottingham Roller Derby Bolts have, well, *bolted* into the British Roller Derby Championships, winning their debut game in Tier 3 East in a nail biting final jam against hosts Coventry Roller Derby. Team member Leahviathan reflects on how much this … Read more
The Louisey Rider Cup (LRC) is a day of fun, not just for skaters but for officials too. I missed out on the first LRC in 2016 (curse you traveling for work!) so jumped at the chance to be a … Read more
NRD are getting excited about the upcoming Louisey Rider Cup (LRC), so Leahviathan asked members what their favourite experience from previous years was. Here’s what they said. “The LRC is one of the best things that NRD do – it … Read more
After spending several years as a non-skating official, I took the plunge and started skating in 2016. I’ve completed the Nottingham Roller Derby beginners course not once, but twice(!) so here are my 12 top tips I wish someone had … Read more
Over the past year we’ve been filming most of our games and scrims; it’s also a requirement for British Championships. Footage from some teams has been disappointing because it’s been filmed from a static camera where you can barely see what’s going on. Game reviews are a whole lot easier when the footage is clear and concise. We thought we’d share how we do it without any snazzy paid for software. Read more
So you’re thinking of joining a roller derby team; but not sure what to expect? We’re exploring the 10 most common profile types to help you feel at ease! Read more
We would like to thank the roller derby community for all of the kind words, gestures and support you have given to us and Louise’s family over the past few weeks. Read more