These Vintage Photos Prove That Roller Derby Has Always Been Cool

A Portable Track

Following the success of the original event, Seltzer packed up camp and hit the road, taking the Transcontinental Roller Derby throughout the nation with a portable track that allegedly cost $20,000. Crowds averaging 10,000 people gathered to watch the race every day.

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