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Coaster-Lab Interview

I recently stumbled across a website with some incredible looking theme park concepts and I just had to know more! The inventor and owner of …

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Virtual Coaster Modeling with Patrick

Before a roller coaster is built it is often conceptualized on the computer using a digital model. Patrick McGarvey is an experienced modeler who has …

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Recreating the Rye Airplane Coaster

We recently had the opportunity to talk to Tim Cole, a roller coaster enthusiast who is currently building a model of the infamous Airplane Coaster …

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Things To Do in Theme Park Queues

Do you ever get bored while waiting in line for your favorite roller coaster? You’re not the only one and at least one person has …

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Dan Guy Interview: Part II

Today we continue our interview with Penn State Mechanical Engineering student Dan Guy. In case you missed it, click here to read part one. C101: …

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Dan Guy Interview: Part One

Many aspiring engineers dream of designing roller coasters and thrill rides one day. Dan Guy is an engineer pursuing a career in the amusement park industry …

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Interview with Andreas Wild of Stengel Engineering

When we wanted to know more about roller coaster design, we decided to go straight to one of the most well known and respected businesses in the …

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Alex East’s Mission: Reopen Joyland

Often after the announcement of the closure of an amusement park, it’s normal for some backlash from the community, perhaps even a grassroots effort to …

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