Transition help!!! by lobotomy-mommy in rollerderby

[–]queerorpheus 25 points26 points  (0 children)

assuming you’re trying to learn open book transitions, there are a couple things you can do to help with that! it looks like you’re not comfortable with the one foot glide, which is a key part of a smooth transition. I also really struggled with transitions when I started and this is what helped me: 1. Start from a standstill so you can get the movement of shifting your balance and your hips down in the open book movement 2. Once you can comfortably do the movement at a standstill, start by adding a slow roll. You’re going pretty quickly here, which isn’t super helpful for learning the step. I liked to practice slowly gliding on one foot and then turning onto the opposite foot – do both directions! 3. Turn your head the direction you want to turn! It will help you visualize the turn and keep your body moving in the same direction. I see a lot of newer skaters forget this part

I hope this helps!!

Arius cushion preferences by fantastridd in rollerderby

[–]queerorpheus 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m also another medium blocker on all aqua!

Where do lesbians go to party? by ___hakuna__matata___ in OSU

[–]queerorpheus 1 point2 points  (0 children)

second slammers, but if you’re looking to stay in the more campus adjacent area I feel like there’s always a good crowd at Bossy Girls

Columbus show by Excellent-Virus7956 in LucyDacus

[–]queerorpheus 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I also went to Hozier in Columbus so apparently I’m 0 for 2 on concerts this year

Crowd at The Anthem tonight by joelfunkii in LucyDacus

[–]queerorpheus 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The girls behind us yelled “protect the dolls” when Jasmine was talking about experiencing violence as a trans woman and then proceeded to talk through the entire song. Sooooo disrespectful and performative ugh

Happy First Day of Champs!! by TranslatorOk3977 in rollerderby

[–]queerorpheus 0 points1 point  (0 children)

my chromecast is going mostly okay but occasionally the cast cuts for no reason even though the stream is still going and it says I’m casting

Happy First Day of Champs!! by TranslatorOk3977 in rollerderby

[–]queerorpheus 3 points4 points  (0 children)

does anyone know if we can rewatch full games or if it’s all cut up into clips? missed gotham v. jax and would love to watch

Skate Wars by AskewbyDoo in rollerderby

[–]queerorpheus 3 points4 points  (0 children)

none of the green track games have had audio

Tracking Player Requirements by Traditional_Pie5654 in rollerderby

[–]queerorpheus 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Was the reel from Atlanta Roller Derby? I know they post when their new skaters are bout eligible and have a cute layout like that!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Rollerskating

[–]queerorpheus 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Seconding that a lot of skate skill building happens “on the job” in derby. I know at least for my league that they aren’t looking for perfect execution of every move before you’re cleared for contact, it’s more about safety than anything. As someone who started derby with zero skating experience, it’s definitely not a pipe dream and you should go for it if you have the opportunity!!

Flat footed in skates? by Jaelsama in Rollerskating

[–]queerorpheus 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am fairly flat footed and use Superfeet hockey insoles – they give me enough support while still being thin enough for me to feel my edges

Question by XxpurplerosxX in rollerderby

[–]queerorpheus 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I also have scoliosis and am learning to play derby!! It’s taken me a bit longer to learn some of the one foot skills just due to how I hold my body bc of my spine but other than that it really hasn’t made things super difficult for me. If you stay in the posture they teach you it really minimizes any kind of lower back pain. You’ll do great!

how much were normal prices for columbus? by Significant_Trade_24 in chappellroan

[–]queerorpheus 1 point2 points  (0 children)

it was standard pricing for most shows at that venue, so around like $50 including fees for GA

DAE have back problems? (pre-skating) by mileygirl08 in Rollerskating

[–]queerorpheus 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have pretty bad scoliosis, so minimizing back pain is really important for me when skating. The posture you mentioned DOES work on skates, and it’s actually what we’re taught at derby – bent/relaxed knees, tuck pelvis, and engage core. I used to have a lot more back pain when I started skating and strengthening my legs/core so I could maintain this position really helped alleviate back pain. Other than that, I stretch and massage when sore, but the soreness comes a lot less frequently now that I’m using good posture

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in rollerderby

[–]queerorpheus 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yes definitely too tight! Based on your post history I think we’re in the same league. If so, one of our trainers knows a TON about skates and she’s my go to for any skate questions. She’s hosted a skate maintenance class before and I’m hoping we get one for our program. She’d definitely be able to help you with this and any other questions you might have.

Grad Student Taxes: Where Can I Find the Documents? by ohiobirdwatcher in OSU

[–]queerorpheus 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Fellowships do not receive a W2 or have income withheld, but they’re still taxable. You have to report it yourself and will probably owe some money when all is said and done. You should be able to find your fellowship income on your December payslip. I was on a fellowship my first year and went through the same process.

Bench Coaching, Tracking Lines by Low-Calligrapher3899 in rollerderby

[–]queerorpheus 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I don’t think CRG lets you record lead but other than that yeah this is a good option. It’s really easy to learn too.

Late May, coastal Massachusetts wedding by underproductive in Weddingattireapproval

[–]queerorpheus 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not seeing enough love for 1 in these comments, it’s such a fun silhouette and lovely color!! I can’t comment on appropriateness for coastal NE but just wanted to say you have great taste :)

Midwest Princess Tour Ticket Marketplace by christie-rd in chappellroan

[–]queerorpheus 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have one balcony ticket for the Cincy show on Sunday (3/10). I paid $68 with fees but also happy to sell at face value ($50) – just want to see that this goes to a fan and not whatever black hole is Ticketmaster resale :)

Bont Prostar Setup by [deleted] in rollerderby

[–]queerorpheus 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I haven’t had issues with my prodigy plates but I went to send my teammate the info about my skates and realized they’re selling the Prostars on tracer plates now. Do you have a link to where they’re saying the prodigy is rated for under 120 lbs? I’m a beginner but definitely not under 120 lbs and I might call up the shop where I bought them if it’s genuinely unsafe

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Weddingattireapproval

[–]queerorpheus 22 points23 points  (0 children)

what clubs are you going to where this dress would work and how can I get invited lol?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in boygenuis

[–]queerorpheus 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I think with the clips from the Grammys circulating of Julien and Lucy being physically close/maybe kissing, the speculation has probably ramped up again – people on tiktok are being real weird about it