Collection: Roller Derby

The roots of Roller Deby go back to the 1880s, when contests for roller skating speed and endurance were held. During these competitions, falls were commons and oddly popular with fans The word "derby" appeared in the 1920s. The sport took its familiar shape in the 1930s and gained popularity starting in the late 1940s thanks to television. The sport remained popular into the 1980s and still has a following today. Royal Retros celebrates the Golden Age of Roller Derby with this exclusive collection.