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TXRD Lonestar Rollergirls
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Palmer Events Center900 Barton Springs Rd
Austin, TX 78701
Neighborhoods: 78704 (South Austin), Bouldin Creek
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
30 reviews for TXRD Lonestar Rollergirls
30 reviews in English
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Review from Hilary D.
Decatur, GA
9/8/2011
This was a fun event wish I wouldnt have brought the kids and there wasnt so much booze. Wow at both ends of the track really. It was great to see some chicks kickin some ass though, wish I would have gotten a sitter our kids were too young to appreciate.
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Review from Jesse D.
Austin, TX
6/24/2011 1 photo
Hell on wheels. That is what comes to mind as I watch some of the toughest women in Austin strap on roller skates and fly around a banked track in a controlled chaos. This ain't no Disney on Ice. Here you might might draw blood, will likely get an elbow to the ribs and can count on finding yourself face to face with the track surface.
Although sometimes hosted at the Austin Convention Center, the home of the TXRD is the Palmer Event Center with space to seat a few thousand. Like just about anywhere in Austin, you will find a broad mix of fans. Live music performances fill the air prior to the bout and at halftime. There are multiple full bars to wet your whistle.
The TXRD is a skater owned organization and it is obviously in the best interests of the skaters to put on a crowd pleasing show and gain faithful fans. However, there is not a sense of a choreographed routine, even among friends there is some serious competition going on here with more than just pride on the line. -
Review from Mister W.
Houston, TX
5/11/2011
You don't tug on Super Man's cape,
You don't spit into the wind,
You don't pull the mask off the old Lone Ranger
And you don't mess around with the TXRD Lonestar Rollergirls.....
(I wouldn't anyway, Jim)
Had a blast on a Sunday night in the Palmer Events Center. If you've never been - GO! A combination of professional wrestling, rock concert, roller races, high energy counter culture types cutting loose with multiple tattoos, piercings, amped up and all heavily laced up in a giant double-knotted flannel lesbian-themed bow teh likes not seen in these parts since the last Indigo Girls concert (not that there's anything wrong with that).
A solid 9 on the people watching scale. $13.00 admission and well worth it. Drinks (I read below are expensive) but no more than you would pay at a concert or ball game. (Props to the bartenderess who remembered what I was drinking even after I forgot). Full bar or beer. No data points on food but when the people at the ticket table whisper "don't complain to us about the food" it's a pretty good indicator to sample the fare elsewhere.
I have to admit - the girls brought it. The scuffled, fought, raced, body-checked, jammed, wrastled, and skated their little hearts out in a whizzing counter-clockwise vagatarian furr-ball, and it was awesome. Kudos to the clever 'names' these girls came up with, (although 'Once a Month' on the Cherry bombs could leave a little more to the imagination. Eww) Nothing but smiles at the end, all the girls mixed with the crowd, fans, lots of families out to support their daughters, wives , moms, friends, etc., before, at halftime, and after. They were having fun. They were and are cool.
The only flaw was a poor sound system - They tried to keep things lively but I couldn't really understand the red-coated announcers or the purposefully-skanky Mistress of Ceremonies. Even the half time band, which was very animated, was too loud and too distorted. Too bad.
Rock On TXRD girls. Can't wait to go back on a Saturday night. Might even spring for some pride socks. -
Review from Davonne H.
Austin, TX
2/22/2011 1 Check-in Here
I love me some roller girls! I went to my first bout this past Sunday and it was great. It was easy to understand and by the end of the first quarter I was yelling, cursing and wanting to see some more fights. This is a true sport and it's awesome to see girls playing their heart out. I loved the penalty wheel, because let's face it who doesn't love a good pillow fight. My favorite penalty called- biting!
It's pretty raunchy and violent but we saw quite a bit of families there and the opening band was a bunch of tweens playing classic rock and roll.
It's a good idea to get there early because it's standing room admission after the bleachers fill up.
Another good idea, stay for the whole game. About half the event center cleared out before the 2nd half but by the end the girls are really tired and the fights get more aggressive. I saw one jammer put another jammer in a chock hold, so it's worth sticking around.
Austin, we are lucky to have this sport and we should go out and support these girls! -
Review from Shawn C.
Austin, TX
1/31/2011 4 photos
I went to opening night on the 10th anniversary and it was a blast - I took two of my daughters (11 and 9) and they thought it was the coolest thing.
One important tip - since it's general admission, get there early. We arrived around 30 minutes before the start time and had to stand. -
Review from Katherine C.
Austin, TX
8/15/2010
I finally found a sport my husband is interested in watching, and it might just have to do with the enormous amount of hilarity/ tiny amount of clothing that can be seen at the TXRD Lonestar Rollergirls.
As I am a lover of puns, I opted not to get the facebook so that I could just giggle at all the player introductions. I think I got my money out of that alone. Other highlights include but are not limited to: Austin people watching (everyone from mid-life-crisis failed tech startup CEOs trying to rekindle their youth to young women who didn't look at the mirror before heading out - cowboy boots, striped socks, an undershirt and gym shorts - wowee).
I would highly recommend both parking on the other side of the street and getting Sandy's before the tournament. It was ridiculously fun and made me wish that I had some sense of balance so that I could kick ass out there as well. -
Review from Kristina H.
Austin, TX
10/12/2009
Although I'm a little biased considering my sister is a Rollergirl in this league, going to the games never ceases to be an amazing and very entertaining experience.
I usually attend around 2-3 games a year, and this last Saturday night was the first Championship game I had ever been to. The crowd was way into it, the place was PACKED (in a good way) and the game was close. Unfortunately, a couple of the skaters got hurt, which was a little unexpected and unwanted twist, but overall the game was exciting and I couldn't help but leave with a smile on my face, even when the team I was rooting for lost.
The league is skater owned/run and each and every girl that is in that league has such an awesome passion towards the game and they all share an awesome bond and have the kind of camaraderie that brings a tear to your eye and makes you wish you were one of them.
On top of all of that, the games are at the Convention Center downtown and the stadium seating offers you a good view no matter where you sit (as opposed to a *cough* skating rink *cough*).
I think next season, 2-3 games a year just won't be enough and I'll be spending more time at bouts! A perfect way to start a Saturday night. -
Review from Mel G.
Austin, TX
12/3/2008
Roller Derby is totally awesome. You get to watch really talented chicks demonstrate their athletic skill and kick some ass in the process. It's definitely one of the more entertaining events to attend in Austin.
Cons: Drinks at the convention center are kind of pricey ($5 a pop), but Champions, the Sport's bar across the street actually has really good drink specials on Sundays (when bouts are). $2.50 wells and domestics. So if you like to be a cheap drunk like me, I'd head that way first. -
Review from Tina W.
Austin, TX
9/15/2010
This is absolutely the BEST thing you will EVER see!!!! Hot chicks kickin ass on roller skates in lingerie!!! And there is a full bar!!! Are you kidding ? Why would you NOT want to see this! I can't wait for the Championship bout on Saturday! As a woman I find it VERY empowering! From a dude's perspective.... well, fishnets, ass kicking hot chicks, and beer??? need I say more???
COME CHECK IT OUT!!!!!! Bring your friends!!! -
Review from Saurabh K.
Austin, TX
8/15/2010
Well if keeping Austin weird was a competition the TXRD would win the gold...i absolutely love everything about the lone star rollergirls..
1.its a athlete owned local business (yeah !!)
2. suitable for kids of all ages and i see all of them there (0-100)
3. i adore the love-hate relationship between the players (those who have been there know what im talking about)
4. love the names (rice rice baby, samrty pants (no. 4.0), kategory 5, lol)
5. its simply entertaining
Must See in Austin people !!! -
Review from Robyn P.
Austin, TX
10/11/2009
I just went to the championship bout last night......hellcats vs. cherry bombs and it was a BLAST! It was so entertaining to watch, the action, the hits, the penalty wheel, etc....
These girls are so talented and have a passion for what they do and it's inspiring to watch. I got the chance to meet a lot of them last night through a friend and they are just the coolest, most down to earth people you will meet.
Everyone of the girls on both teams knew each other. You can tell there is a lot of love and respect out there. It was very sad to see two pretty serious injuries, but it just goes to chow how tough this sport really is..
If you ever get the chance, you MUST go check one of these bouts out. I am hooked! -
Review from New Wave J.
Austin, TX
9/26/2010
I have to say, this has to be the must-see event for anyone visiting Austin.
If you live here, and you haven't seen a game before: you really don't know what you are missing.
Imagine if professional wrestling was real, it was all women, and it was on skates. And imagine if the participants did it not for fame or money, but because they are crazy. This isn't too far off from what you'll get with TXRD.
Tip: When they have this at the downtown convention center, you can save alot of $$$ on beer by going to Champion's across the street before the game, and during half-time. They have $2 Lonestars, as opposed to the higher prices the convention center charges. -
Review from Shelley M.
Dallas, TX
2/20/2009
I saw the Cherry Bombs v. the Putas del Fuego this last Sunday at the convention center. This was my first roller derby and I am completely sold. I want season tickets!
Great atmosphere, Dos Equis on tap, girls in short skirts, you can't beat it.
Slightly confusing, to me at least, so I thought I'd at least try to clear this up: Austin actually has two rollergirl leagues. This one, the TXRD Lonestar Rollergirls, was started in 2001. They compete at the Austin Convention Center on a banked track - these girls aren't messing around.
The Texas Rollergirls, founded in 2003, are part of the WFTDA and skate on a flat track. You can find them at the Playland Skate Center off of Burnet and 183. (Can't say anything for the Texas Rollergirls, I'll have to put that on my to-do list). -
Review from erik w.
5/6/2010 2 Check-ins Here
I have now experienced both flat and banked track roller derby and I can say without a shadow of a doubt that banked track roller derby is WAY more exciting.
Where else can you see two broads with the name "Tits McGee" and "Rice Rice Baby" battle it out in an all out pillow fight. So, awesome.
Never-mind that, banked track roller derby is much more aggressive. These girls beat the crap out of eachother.
Couple words of warning. Don't pay for parking. Go across the street and park on a side street. Also, $5 for a motherf%&@#& LONESTAR! -1 star for that. I literally crapped my pants when I forked over $6 (tip) for a friggen 12oz lonestar. Get drunk beforehand and show up super sloppy. Also, there is a break in between where you can run across the street to El Chile and pound down a margarita or two. -
Review from lisa B.
Austin, TX
3/30/2009
A little change in plans of the typical Flight of the Conchords, Sunday, we enjoyed the Texas Roller Girls in action - straight up, old school Roller Derby! I have to admit - I've seen the roller derby one time before at Playland Skate Center - and what a completely different experience! They are moving on up...
As soon as we walked in, I had a definite Dorothy moment. And the beauty - I could sit up in the stands and quietly observe the all new world of Oz we stumbled into. WITH a beer (thankfully NOT Lone Star) in hand. (At $5.25 a glass, a bit spendy - but the experience just isn't complete without it). Not only did we get to enjoy the antics in the ring, there was people watching galore!
What a great way to spend an evening. Truth be told, after intense concentration - I still only knew what was going on half the time. But seriously these girls are crazy cool. I am a little afraid of them, a little envious of them (I mean these girls have chutzpah!) - it's a world completely unknown to me. I found myself asking over and over, "Is this for real?" I always thought of hockey for fights - no way, man. Serious girl fights, swinging blows - pure craziness! Awesome! -
Review from Lori L.
Austin, TX
1/31/2010
wow! What fun!
We saw the Putas del Fuego take on the Rhinstone Cowgirls in a tight battle full of great entertainment.
Totally a moneys-worth endeavor. $15 (at the door) for ~3 hours of show.
The first half was a little more tame. At half time, several of the famililies left. The second half got a little rowdy. After party and an up-all-night event lets you hang out with the roller girls after the bout.
MUCH fun. -
Review from Brian L.
Round Rock, TX
7/15/2009
This is the league that helped re-start it all (along with the flat-track Texas Rollergirls)!! You migh have seen the show on A&E a few years back, but being there in person with a cold Lone Star in hand is WAY more fun!
My wife and I both enjoy going... we dig the speed and skill of the skaters along with the hard hits. Don't worry, you'll pick up on the rules of the game quickly if you go. No matter what, just wait for a penalty (which happens often) and check out the rock'em-sock'em punnishments they dole out.
Do yourself a favor and go to a bout. Any time we take friends, by the end of it they're like, "that was the best 15-bucks I've spent in a long time!" Want to pick a team to cheer for? May I suggest the oft underrated, but totally kick ass Hellcats. You'll have a ton of fun as the night wears on yelling "Hell yeah Hellcats!" as you grab another brew. -
Review from Jeffrey L.
San Francisco, CA
1/30/2010
Never seen Roller Derby? Go check it out. Before tonight, the only thing I knew about Roller Derby was that people beat each other up while racing. But they explain the rules, and you pick it up real fast. I had a great time.
Those girls really get intense. I gotta wonder what the after party is like. A few clotheslines here, some elbows there, and then hey let's all go out and have some drinks together! -
Review from Jonny S.
Austin, TX
3/22/2010
Hell Yeah, Hellcats!
I love the Hellcats, because they are fast, strong and beautiful. I saw them win the Championship last year, and it was an incredible. Props to the Cherry Bombs for playing hard. -
Review from Lucy B.
Round Rock, TX
11/9/2009
I am never let down by the girls of the TXRD. Fabulous fun, great people watching and a blast of a sport.
The conventions center kind of sucks, but it really is the only venue that can accommodate the growing crowds. -
Review from walker f.
Austin, TX
4/12/2010 ROTD 6/11/2010
So fun!
We checked out some roller girl action a couple weeks ago and I have to say I'm glad we popped our Cherry-Bomb with flat track derby. Because as Eugene Struthers would say, banked track derby takes it to a WHOLE NOTHA LEVEL!
The bouts are held at the Palmer Event Center so already you know it's for serious. Inside they have the track all set up and your typical concessions, merchandise, and a live band. But they kicked it up a notch with two announcers in matching red suit-n-ties, bad ass skating, a Penalty Mistress, and cheerleaders. I'll address them in order:
The announcers were posted up high overseeing the game in a booth - they followed the game but also made funny comments here and there - very entertaining. You could even email them questions directly. The game itself was fast and furious. Banked track was much faster and way more aggressive than the flat track derby. Girls were slamming into each other, causing two to four girl pile ups...a couple almost flew over the rails. Major and minor penalties were called frequently. The penalty mistress was Mighty Aphrodity and while she was generally obnoxious, she was scantily clad and a crowd pleaser. I guess in banked track derby, minor penalties are resolved by spinning the wheel and determining a resolution method by "official" means such as Pillow Fights or Arm Wrestling. Pretty awesome. There were some "legit" methods like a Skate Off, but in that case both girls still ended up rolling around on the track fighting.
Finally, the Putas Del Fuego had their own cheerleaders: The Flamers. Who were indeed, flaming. (And by that of course I mean, they were on fire!) The team consisted of 2 guys (one sporting a Mohawk with red glitter - totally awesome), one gal, and a tranny. They had shimmering pom poms, fabulous makeup and sparkling signs, and when the Putas were introduced they even had a choreographed dance! Worth the $13 admission right there.
Speaking of $$, I will say that this event is a wallet sucker. However, there are some tricks to avoid this, thus I will not minus a star: Buy online, it's two dollars cheaper. Do not park in the $7 event lot, park on the street and walk over. Drink beforehand, because Lone Stars are over $5. Two page "programs" are $1, so just get one and share. Halftime is 45 minutes, so cruise over to El Chile and grab food and drink.
The season is underway and you can bet your golden boy-short clad butt (over ripped fishnets of course) that we are going back...with posse in tow!
PS. If you aren't a Mad TV fan and didn't get the Eugene Struther reference, check out http://www.youtube.com.... Good for a giggle. -
Review from Kristin w.
Austin, TX
5/30/2008 1 photo
Hell YA!! And if you haven't seen a bout, your missing out! Get your asses there THIS Sunday! The Putas vs Hellcats! It's gonna get hot.
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Review from Jacki B.
Austin, TX
1/19/2009 1 photo
I went to one of these bouts around my birthday -- and I was able to go up on the track and get birthday spankings from all the Rollergirls! Hilarious! Also it was amazing to see them up on a banked track -- very old school but with new school attitudes. My favorite was the penalty wheel!! hahah -- pillow fighting and tug of war! Those girls are super athletic. Highly recommend for good action and even greater entertainment!!
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Review from Madison H.
Austin, TX
4/14/2010
My friends and I decided to check out roller derby at the start of this season, and we were instantly hooked. From the speed to the falls to the fights to the Penalty Wheel to the overall amazing athleticism of the skaters, a TXRD bout is something to look forward to. It's about the only sport I've found that I can sit through for hours without tiring or getting distracted.
The bang for your buck is impressive, with 3 hours of entertainment for just 15 dollars (even less if you buy from a separate ticket vendor or from the rollergirls at a previous bout or if you happen to see them out and about in Austin). Concessions and parking certainly add to the costs, but you can avoid such spending by planning to park somewhere else and by filling up on food and drink beforehand.
The derby community is a friendly bunch, so come to a bout and experience the most awesome sport you will ever get the chance to watch! I know I can't wait for the next bout and for many seasons to come! Everyone needs to check out TXRD! -
Review from Kelly S.
1/19/2009
I just went to this for the first time a couple of weeks ago. All I can say is booze + watching chicks pushing each other around = awesome Sunday! I actually asked what I had to do to join, and then they told me a story about some girl's compound fracture last season, and I changed my mind. LOL. I'm a wuss. But I can (and do) still enjoy watching!
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Review from Christina N.
Austin, TX
3/29/2010
Traveling salesman, church officials, circus geeks, and my grandma all agree... TXRD rocks! The ladies of banked track roller derby are finer than frog fur and slick as snail sh*t! You can't find better entertainment for twice the price. If you haven't been to a bout, you need to get to one quick. $15 at the door, $13 in advance, or $10 if you are brave enough to rub a rollergirl the right way for 3 hours of derby awesomeness. Don't forget your cowbell!
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Review from Jenny S.
Dallas, TX
2/1/2010
Don't get me wrong, I love love love roller derby, but this just seemed a little too glossy for my tastes. Where I come from, that evil city from the north called Dallas, derby is more grassroots and byo beer and lawn chair. I didn't really like the whole spin the wheel punishment for a penalty, seemed like it was only there to appease the people who came looking for a "sexy girl fight". I did like watching derby on a banked track, my first time, but I now know that I prefer my flat track homegirls. If for nothing more than the opportunity to sit in the suicide corner and hope to not be run over by a rogue skater grrrl.
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Review from Leslie K.
Round Rock, TX
4/11/2011
best entertainment in austin, tx, hands down. do not miss it.
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Review from Laura C.
Austin, TX
1/5/2009
Could I possibly have more fun on a Sunday evening in Austin? I don't think so!! Heck yeah, we bring kids! There a bit of profanity occasionally, but hey -it's better than MTV! I started going to bouts last season and was instantly hooked- where else can you be so thoroughly entertained for nearly 4 hours for $10? They offer 2 live bands in addition to the derby action- there is a full liquor bar, food, fun merchandise- comfortable seating with GREAT view of the action from anywhere you sit- kickin' air conditioning and spacious clean restrooms- hey man I love ALL that! The more frequently you attend, the more you GET what's going on, and you become familiar with the skaters, witness their development as athletes- every one of these gals is a ROCK STAR in my book! The skating action is exhilerating, the penalties are hilarious- it is completly addictive. If you have never been, you REALLY need to check it out, you do't know what you're missing!
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Review from s s.
Austin, TX
5/30/2008
old school Austin counterculture has left it's mark on the current generation, and TXRD roller derby is a glorious manifestation of that fact!! the most fun you'll ever have with your clothes on. and if you enjoy the bout, check out the after party!!!!!
check it out! you'll be hooked...
S.Simpson
avid TXRD fan & sponsor
