That sounds like a fun job! Can you explain to me why I find inline skating really intuitive but I basically look like Mike when I put on roller skates?
@@Grey_Duck In-line skates are longer front-to back. This gives you a longer platform, and more stability. With quad roller skates, the front set of wheels is closer to the back set, and so you are much more likely to get out of balance, either to the front (and fall on your knees) or back (and fall on your butt, as Mike Rowe kept doing.) Also, when you tip an in-line skate sideways, it keeps tracking pretty straight forward. But if you tip your ankle in a quad roller skate, the wheel trucks pivot so that you are on a curve. This gives them a smooth, maneuverability that is great for dancing in a roller rink, but can surprise an in-line skater who is not used to it. On in-lines, if we want the skate to follow a curved path, we have to "smear" the wheels a little, by forcing them to turn with "body English". Anyway, your in-line skating skills will serve you very well on quads. You just have to adapt to them through practice. Try to keep your weight more centered front to back, and play with tipping your ankle and gliding a curve on the quads. You'll get the hang of it! :)
I love watching roller derby. I am part of the team as their medical team. They scare the crap outta me with the abuse their bodies take, but I have huge respect for what they do and how they do it. So much fun!!
Dang Mike. that's a good way to break a hip!! Those women are fierce. I wouldn't do that for anything because I enjoy my teeth...and what little ego I have. Another great episode!
I feel for Mike. I always wore a tailbone pad (& hip pads) and strongly believe tailbone pads should be required. Roller derby is more than a hobby or sport, it's a lifestyle ❤
That "Stage Name" just cracked me up!! Mike will do some of the craziest, funniest stuff in front of a camera! If he's on a show, I"ll probably watch it just to see what the heck he's up to now!! 😂🤣
Another epic episode Mike!! I have LOVED rollerskating my entire life, unfortunately I lost my entire left leg 6yrs ago, so sadly no more skating for me. But I LOVE watching Roller Derby, how women can be so tough and brutal yet be having a blast doing it. Thank you so much for such an entertaing ep. Peace and Love from Australia
Because it's incredibly violent and dangerous. Most people just don't like to see woman getting hurt. Also, the vast majority of the skaters are lesbians so not much attraction for the remaining red-blooded real men who like and sustain most sports. It just has to much going against it.
@@riverpirate1022violence and danger is a sell point if anything. look at tackling in football, literal fights in hockey, how about one of the biggest money makers boxing, literally a competition of people beating each other up. this just doesnt have the money behind it like those do.
I've been a modern banked track derby fan for over 13 years now and have been involved in flat-track derby for over a 11 years. But, I remember watching old school banked track derby (think LA T-Birds) as a kid. Mike is a man of a certain age like me and I find it hard to believe he never encountered roller derby before in his life.
Out of all thing crazy things you have done at your age this is the most dangerous, stupid thing you have attempted. These Ladies are tough, and have much respect for them. So go nurse your bruises, body and self respect. Great job Wildman.
I saw some roller derby years ago when I was young and thought it was brutal, nonsensical rubbish. But just hearing it explained by Ringer to Mike, I finally understand the fun of it. I’m 70, so I’m never gonna participate, but at least I understand the adventure and excitement of it now. Thank you so much, Mike, for all the sh… jobs you have done, are doing and will continue to do, until they finally kill you, or at least put you in a wheelchair for life! Gotta love that sense of humour!
One of the first things I taught my daughter when she wanted to try skateboarding was how to fall. A very underrated skill. Don’t get me wrong, she was already tough as nails, but playing soccer and eating a face full of dirt is one thing. Eating concrete is a whole other ball game.
I just hit 40 and it would be close to suicide for me to try it because of what I've put my body through. What do you do to pass the time? I crochet but I think I need something else.
My Daughter described it as, "Having your Coolest Aunt take you drinking, on your 21st Birthday". My Emily played in Collage in Va., and then in SD, and SF. 20+ lights out, concussions ended it for her. Should have told some Dad jokes Mike! lol!
I loved watching Mike learn how to Roller Derby. The pillow strapped to his butt was epic! He did very well for a newbie and I would pay good money to see him compete with the Derby Dolls.
If you told me mike rowe couldn't rollerskate I wouldn't believe you, show me mike rowe not being able to rollerskate and I'm still having a hard time coming to terms.
Big Fan. In my 60’s, remember 1st being introduced to Roller Derby as a kid in Detroit with the Thunderbirds on tv. Glad to see RD is still going strong across the country today. Many Blessings 🙏🇺🇸
My mom played roller derby until a fateful accident - broke most bones in her hand and her tail bone .... had to give it up after that. She was fearless in her life too. No one 'rolled over' Mom ....
I watched Roller Derby every Saturday night as a kid and wanted to be a Roller Derby Queen when I grew up. I'd skate round and round in our basement. 😎
Back in the day, there used to be a program on Saturdays that had different teams competing. It was a blast my late mother thought it was just incredibly fun to watch.
Mommy Dearest #2, Resort City Roller Dolls, Rocktown Rollers, Mid Atlantic Roller Derby and CoVa were my teams. WFTDA. The awesome ladies from SanDiago flew to Virginia Beach to skate with us about ten years ago. In my twelve years in Derby, I never got over how empowering this sport is, how inclusive the players are, the respect all players seem to have for one another. This episode was accurate in depicting the sport, it’s hard work. Our teams spent the first couple months training how to fall to avoid injuries for each new skater. Four nights a week were spent doing endurance training, one on skills and bouts. It was hard work, but I wouldn’t have traded it for the world. Thank you for trying our sport.
Mr. Rowe, I could never get the knack of quad skates, even when I was a kid. But when the inline skates came along, I was a natural. You are doing GREAT! I loved watching roller derby when I was a kid. I liked watching the women more than the men. But it seemed to me that the women back then looked like linemen. These gals are cute, ... and brutal. Great show.
Yea most roller derby woman are not attractive, and also mostly lesbians. It's a big reason the sport never made it big time. That and not enough men like watching women get hurt, I know I don't just like they have no business in combat or law enforcement. Woman are to be protected, treasured, and honored for the life givers they are.
I've known a few roller derby gals from ohio, and I am glad they have a way to hit hard and not be judged. Awesome sport? Or past time or whatever, I hope it lasts for many generations to come.
I love everything Mike Rowe does. He is an amazing man & a very special human being. The roller derby girls kick a$$. You ladies are incredible! Keep up the great work. Be safe ya'll❤
I have hated Roller Derby since the 70’s when my besties brother thought everyone needed to be slammed into the rails in daily life. So glad to see everyone having so much fun. 😊
I do flat track roller derby and have off an on since 2009. I don’t think I could do a jam on a banked track! Thank you for showing our underground community some love ❤
From the time I was a little girl, and I'm57 years old now, I've ALWAYS wanted to try doing this!!! It looks like soooooo much fun!!! This was awesome Mike!!! Well done! Well done indeed!!! ~APRIL LIPKE
What's up from Tampa, Florida! I'm relearning to inline skate after 20 years, painfully because the company I bought my skates from sent skate boots that are a size too small and I didn't notice until after the return policy ran out, and this brought so much joy to me. Showing the non-skateboarding skating in such a great light! I plan to visit my local roller derby's privately ran skateshop eventually and buy at least one thing to show support. What's more, I might watch a game every now and then now! I plan to aggressive skate, not touching quad skates or anything close to derby. But I plan to support my local derby team even more than I planned to before!
Who did you buy your skates from? Too small is a no-go. Get yourself to Skater's Choice inside United Skates on Armenia Rd. (in Tampa). They will help you get setup with skates that actually fit and may even take your old skates on consignment.
Great video thanks for sharing. Am nearly 61 and skated up till I was 35 and even speed skated up to about 30. Watching the girl and you Mike having a go inspires me to dust off the old skates and have another go myself 🤔🤔🤔 Wonder if they’ve got a crusty old fella league here in Australia 😂🤣😂 Great job on the skating and video once again. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
The comradeship, the bravery and skill of these women. Seeing women take one for the team and perver-ing on them at the same time. As a man I think it's a great sport.
Of course you have a YT channel! I can't believe I didn't know. I LOVED "Dirty Jobs" and this video made me laugh so much. I am actually going to have to pace myself catching up because my face can't take it.
Ringer is the kind of personality that could sell anything to anyone. She's fun to watch!
Aw thank you 💕
Yeah, Ringer's got beauty, a fabulous smile, obviously smart and she proffers a lot of encouragement....You go, girl!
I'm with you, chuck. Ringer is an extremely charming lady and she's one heck of a jammer! Mike, thanks for the video.
I'm a speed skating coach and an in-line skating instructor. Mike did really well for a first day! Dude's got guts.
It would have been so different if he at least knew how to skate prior to arrival.
As a fellow speed skate, rink rat annnnd jam skater he did really good for his first time.
That sounds like a fun job! Can you explain to me why I find inline skating really intuitive but I basically look like Mike when I put on roller skates?
@@Grey_Duck In-line skates are longer front-to back. This gives you a longer platform, and more stability. With quad roller skates, the front set of wheels is closer to the back set, and so you are much more likely to get out of balance, either to the front (and fall on your knees) or back (and fall on your butt, as Mike Rowe kept doing.) Also, when you tip an in-line skate sideways, it keeps tracking pretty straight forward. But if you tip your ankle in a quad roller skate, the wheel trucks pivot so that you are on a curve. This gives them a smooth, maneuverability that is great for dancing in a roller rink, but can surprise an in-line skater who is not used to it. On in-lines, if we want the skate to follow a curved path, we have to "smear" the wheels a little, by forcing them to turn with "body English". Anyway, your in-line skating skills will serve you very well on quads. You just have to adapt to them through practice. Try to keep your weight more centered front to back, and play with tipping your ankle and gliding a curve on the quads. You'll get the hang of it! :)
@@freesk8 that was very interesting and informative, thank you!
Man I love Ringers passion. Absolute gem. Great show as always Mike 🤘🤘🤘
🙏❤
I worked at a rink for ten years and our women’s derby team was LEGIT! Nice job ladies! Cheers from Tennessee
I love watching roller derby. I am part of the team as their medical team. They scare the crap outta me with the abuse their bodies take, but I have huge respect for what they do and how they do it. So much fun!!
Ringers positivity and enthusiasm are amazing! We should all have a Ringer to help us through this life!
Aw thank you 💕
@@RingersRollerRink Very cool that you're in here to see their comments! Keep doing what you are doing! 👍
Dang Mike. that's a good way to break a hip!! Those women are fierce. I wouldn't do that for anything because I enjoy my teeth...and what little ego I have. Another great episode!
I haven't laughed this hard in awhile. I felt your pain, humiliation, excitement, and adoration from here.
What a beautiful attitude Ringer has. Mike was blessed to meet her.
I have been a roller derby ref for almost 5 years now and I do it just to support these bad-a$$ ladies. It is a terrific community of people.
I think thats great that you are supporting these fine ladies. They are tough as nails
Ringer is a Natural! Mike, you need to take her with you on your next episode, every episode!!!!!
I'm in! I love doing crazy stuff. Let's goooo!
This is AWESOME!! We are going to the final bout tonight for our roller derby team - The Hard Knox, in Knoxville, TN.
I feel for Mike. I always wore a tailbone pad (& hip pads) and strongly believe tailbone pads should be required.
Roller derby is more than a hobby or sport, it's a lifestyle ❤
As I watch this the song by Jim Croce, Roller Derby Queen, keeps playing in my head. I have to go and listen to this song, great video.
I love it- Skid Rowe! Amazing episode.
That "Stage Name" just cracked me up!! Mike will do some of the craziest, funniest stuff in front of a camera! If he's on a show, I"ll probably watch it just to see what the heck he's up to now!! 😂🤣
Another epic episode Mike!! I have LOVED rollerskating my entire life, unfortunately I lost my entire left leg 6yrs ago, so sadly no more skating for me. But I LOVE watching Roller Derby, how women can be so tough and brutal yet be having a blast doing it. Thank you so much for such an entertaing ep. Peace and Love from Australia
Our friend who played lost her leg in a motorcycle accident, and she came back and still plays roller derby with a prosthetic on
IDK why roller derby isn't bigger than it is. This was awesome. I could totally see this as a sport I'd actually want to watch.
back in the day it was on tv...not sure if it was just a local thing. I lived in Seattle at the time.
Because it's incredibly violent and dangerous.
Most people just don't like to see woman getting hurt.
Also, the vast majority of the skaters are lesbians so not much attraction for the remaining red-blooded real men who like and sustain most sports.
It just has to much going against it.
do you watch MMA?
@@riverpirate1022violence and danger is a sell point if anything. look at tackling in football, literal fights in hockey, how about one of the biggest money makers boxing, literally a competition of people beating each other up.
this just doesnt have the money behind it like those do.
@@riverpirate1022
I've been a modern banked track derby fan for over 13 years now and have been involved in flat-track derby for over a 11 years. But, I remember watching old school banked track derby (think LA T-Birds) as a kid. Mike is a man of a certain age like me and I find it hard to believe he never encountered roller derby before in his life.
If Roller Derby was considered a Dirty Job he would have tackled it.
What a great, quirky episode ! Those ladies are hard core , and having fun !!
Thanks Mike and team! Much respect to the women!
Out of all thing crazy things you have done at your age this is the most dangerous, stupid thing you have attempted. These Ladies are tough, and have much respect for them. So go nurse your bruises, body and self respect. Great job Wildman.
In the 60's and 70's we never missed roller derby. So much fun.
I saw some roller derby years ago when I was young and thought it was brutal, nonsensical rubbish. But just hearing it explained by Ringer to Mike, I finally understand the fun of it. I’m 70, so I’m never gonna participate, but at least I understand the adventure and excitement of it now. Thank you so much, Mike, for all the sh… jobs you have done, are doing and will continue to do, until they finally kill you, or at least put you in a wheelchair for life! Gotta love that sense of humour!
As you know, way back in the day it was staged like pro wrestling. Now it’s done for real.
When I was younger I loved watching Roller Derby on Saturday on TV.
One of the first things I taught my daughter when she wanted to try skateboarding was how to fall. A very underrated skill. Don’t get me wrong, she was already tough as nails, but playing soccer and eating a face full of dirt is one thing. Eating concrete is a whole other ball game.
Mr. Rowe, really enjoying your youtube channel. Thank you and keep up the good work. Luv ya, brother.
When I was a kid in the 60s our roller rink had wooden floors. I've loved watching roller derby since I was like 6 or 7.
I wish I wasn’t already in my 50’s with a bad back as a firefighter, I skated every weekend as a kid, loved it!
I just hit 40 and it would be close to suicide for me to try it because of what I've put my body through. What do you do to pass the time? I crochet but I think I need something else.
@@seaturtlepoppy7679 my hobby is chickens and leather working, my step mom was trying to get me into crocheting, maybe someday ☺️
Ringer is awesome! such a great human
Aw thank you! 💕
Excellent Skid Rowe 😅, love all their skating names…A great tribute to Joanie Westin of the Bay Area Bombers Thanks for the memories.
It's nice to see this sport still rolling 😉
Ringer”we are definitely going to hurt you”..Mike smiles.What a lucky guy.
🤣🤣🤣
My Daughter described it as, "Having your Coolest Aunt
take you drinking, on your 21st Birthday".
My Emily played in Collage in Va., and then in SD, and SF.
20+ lights out, concussions ended it for her.
Should have told some Dad jokes Mike! lol!
"Gonna tell you a story that you won't believe . . .
. . . the night that I fell in love with the Roller Derby Queen" . . . ✌😎
Good song, I have it in the car.👍🏼
I loved watching Mike learn how to Roller Derby. The pillow strapped to his butt was epic! He did very well for a newbie and I would pay good money to see him compete with the Derby Dolls.
I would have used 1/4 inch plate. Just to make sure nothing goes in that doesn’t belong
Thanks Mike and team! Much respect to the women!. Thanks Mike and team! Much respect to the women!.
If you told me mike rowe couldn't rollerskate I wouldn't believe you, show me mike rowe not being able to rollerskate and I'm still having a hard time coming to terms.
I wish I had kept up my passion for skates. So much love and fun and falls. Great memories. Great show Everyone ❤🛼
I grew up watching roller derby in San Francisco (Big Joanie Weston!) and this episode brought me such delight. Such great, positive energy!
i grew up in northern nj - nobody better than sandy dunn.
“We are definitely gonna hurt you”😭🤣 poor mike
Big Fan. In my 60’s, remember 1st being introduced to Roller Derby as a kid in Detroit with the Thunderbirds on tv. Glad to see RD is still going strong across the country today.
Many Blessings 🙏🇺🇸
My mom played roller derby until a fateful accident - broke most bones in her hand and her tail bone .... had to give it up after that. She was fearless in her life too. No one 'rolled over' Mom ....
This was one of the best episodes yet ! I am still Laughing !
Mike Rowe, finding gold everywhere, as always! So cool!
So happy to be seeing new episodes of this I love watching them in the morning before I start my workday and late late at night
" We are definitely going to hurt you....ha ha ha! " . The best quote of this episode hands down....
I wonder which was worse this, or having your finger slammed in a cattle gate lol.
🤣🤣🤣
Laughs. "We're definitely going to hurt you." Priceless.
Mike is incredibly brave. This is probably the most dangerous job he has ever attempted
Close to it.
These ladies break a lot of fingers, wrists, arms, and ankles.
I watched Roller Derby every Saturday night as a kid and wanted to be a Roller Derby Queen when I grew up. I'd skate round and round in our basement. 😎
Back in the day, there used to be a program on Saturdays that had different teams competing. It was a blast my late mother thought it was just incredibly fun to watch.
That was one of the funniest "Somebody's Gotta Do It" episodes yet.
You really did do a good job Mike for your very first time!!!!! Ringer is absolutely unbelievable in there!
that was intense roller derby is awesome they are some bad ass ladies
I always wondered what happened to Roller Derby. Never knew the rules but always enjoyed watching it. Keep the pillow Mike.😅😂❤
Mike, why didn't you tell me you were in San Diego - would have bought you a pint - this was great. keep it up, love these show
Lol this reminds me of king of the hill when lucky was explaining the rules and didnt know how someone scored "no one really knows" 😂
What!!!!! They still have roller derby. I LOVE THAT SPORT ,WATCH IT ALL THE TIME AS A LITTLE GIRL. MIKE YOU ARE A GREAT SPORT.. 🛼😅😂😅
Roller-Derby used to come on the TV.....I'm that old!!!😂😂 I was fairly young though.
Gotta luv ya Mike!
You are hilarious!!
Love your shows!
(Especially you & your mom) God bless!
My mother was a derby girl in Los Angeles before I was born in the early 60's
Mommy Dearest #2, Resort City Roller Dolls, Rocktown Rollers, Mid Atlantic Roller Derby and CoVa were my teams. WFTDA. The awesome ladies from SanDiago flew to Virginia Beach to skate with us about ten years ago. In my twelve years in Derby, I never got over how empowering this sport is, how inclusive the players are, the respect all players seem to have for one another. This episode was accurate in depicting the sport, it’s hard work. Our teams spent the first couple months training how to fall to avoid injuries for each new skater. Four nights a week were spent doing endurance training, one on skills and bouts. It was hard work, but I wouldn’t have traded it for the world.
Thank you for trying our sport.
Mike, you better frame that shirt, best gift ever
Mr. Rowe, I could never get the knack of quad skates, even when I was a kid. But when the inline skates came along, I was a natural. You are doing GREAT! I loved watching roller derby when I was a kid. I liked watching the women more than the men. But it seemed to me that the women back then looked like linemen. These gals are cute, ... and brutal. Great show.
Yea most roller derby woman are not attractive, and also mostly lesbians.
It's a big reason the sport never made it big time.
That and not enough men like watching women get hurt, I know I don't just like they have no business in combat or law enforcement.
Woman are to be protected, treasured, and honored for the life givers they are.
I would have never known Baton Rouge had a roller derby team were it not for my restaurant server who is a player. Shoutout to Heather!
Haha! Skid Rowe with a tushie pillow - love it!
I've known a few roller derby gals from ohio, and I am glad they have a way to hit hard and not be judged. Awesome sport? Or past time or whatever, I hope it lasts for many generations to come.
What a great episode! Wonderful to see their passion!
I love everything Mike Rowe does. He is an amazing man & a very special human being.
The roller derby girls kick a$$. You ladies are incredible! Keep up the great work. Be safe ya'll❤
I have hated Roller Derby since the 70’s when my besties brother thought everyone needed to be slammed into the rails in daily life. So glad to see everyone having so much fun. 😊
The helmet psa was SERIOUS 🤯
I do flat track roller derby and have off an on since 2009. I don’t think I could do a jam on a banked track! Thank you for showing our underground community some love ❤
Love it 👍
Good try Rowe
No, THAT'S passion!
HAHA.. this is awesome.. keep these coming.. and more power to you for even stepping into that ring.. cheers.
Hands down the funniest episode so far!
So glad Mike Rowe is back, missed him alot
I used to have a thing for roller derby women when I was a kid. Used to watch it on tv a long time ago.
man I have always loved Roller Derby its so much fun to watch
Thanks Mike!
From the time I was a little girl, and I'm57 years old now, I've ALWAYS wanted to try doing this!!! It looks like soooooo much fun!!! This was awesome Mike!!! Well done! Well done indeed!!!
~APRIL LIPKE
I'm getting the popcorn going. This is going to be good!!! Go Mike Go! :)
"We're definitely gonna hurt you"... I remember that sentiment from my first Fresh Meat experience :P
What's up from Tampa, Florida! I'm relearning to inline skate after 20 years, painfully because the company I bought my skates from sent skate boots that are a size too small and I didn't notice until after the return policy ran out, and this brought so much joy to me. Showing the non-skateboarding skating in such a great light! I plan to visit my local roller derby's privately ran skateshop eventually and buy at least one thing to show support. What's more, I might watch a game every now and then now! I plan to aggressive skate, not touching quad skates or anything close to derby. But I plan to support my local derby team even more than I planned to before!
Who did you buy your skates from? Too small is a no-go. Get yourself to Skater's Choice inside United Skates on Armenia Rd. (in Tampa). They will help you get setup with skates that actually fit and may even take your old skates on consignment.
Great video thanks for sharing. Am nearly 61 and skated up till I was 35 and even speed skated up to about 30. Watching the girl and you Mike having a go inspires me to dust off the old skates and have another go myself 🤔🤔🤔 Wonder if they’ve got a crusty old fella league here in Australia 😂🤣😂 Great job on the skating and video once again. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Roller derby was a big part of my Saturday mornings in my youth!!
🤣 love it Mike! Punished his body and his pride. My daughter and 17 year old granddaughter are wanting to train there. I’m for it with pride.
I have seen a roller derby once, it was so cool to watch.
dated a Roller Derby chick. Wild woman. Wilder parties. Used to drink bottles of wine the night before a match to "carb up"
Awesome! I just came from my wife's bout, she plays for North County (San Diego) Derby Alliance. Derby is just a big party on wheels! NCDA!!!!
This is violent, yet holism; I love it!
Mike when I grow up I wanna be just like you.
What a sport!
I was born in East L.A. in 1968 and grew up watching the Thunderbirds.
The comradeship, the bravery and skill of these women. Seeing women take one for the team and perver-ing on them at the same time. As a man I think it's a great sport.
Of course you have a YT channel! I can't believe I didn't know. I LOVED "Dirty Jobs" and this video made me laugh so much. I am actually going to have to pace myself catching up because my face can't take it.
Mike is living out some of my weirdest fantasies. 😂
My great grandma used to be really good at skating and it was a big part of who she was when she was young
"Isabelle Ringer" LMAO I'm dying here
Great job!!! You made it look easy!
Awesome video! Enjoyed every moment of it.
Glad to see it returning.