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Apocalypse Vertical Construction Begins

The following photo of Apocalypse’s first in-place track piece was posted to Six Flags America’s Facebook: “Anyone spend time outside on this beautiful Tuesday? We did – to put in the first piece of APOCALYPSE track!” I can’t wait to...

Feb 28, 2012 by John Stevenson Photos 0

Kentucky Kingdom to Reopen as Bluegrass Boardwalk

The Kentucky State Fair Board unanimously approved a lease that moves the Koch family one step closer to reopening the shuttered Kentucky Kingdom as Bluegrass Boardwalk: This afternoon’s unanimous vote by the Kentucky State Fair Board to approve a lease...

Feb 23, 2012 by John Stevenson News 1

Wild Eagle Testing and High Expectations

Wild Eagle continues to endure test runs, as seen in this below taken from a very high vantage point. Although the coaster appears to be taking the twisted course rather slowly, this is likely exaggerated by the far distance at...

Humans vs. Thorpe Park’s Swarm

Thorpe Park posted photos of the first human “test dummies” to take on the new Swarm wingrider coaster. Judging by the expressions on the riders’ faces, Swarm looks to be a thrilling addition to Thorpe Park’s already-stellar lineup of attractions....

Feb 22, 2012 by John Stevenson Photos 1

Coasters Take Over Buenos Aires

I’m not sure how to describe this video other than insanely beautiful. Picture the beautiful city of Bueones Aires, Argentina, turned into an Inception-inspired amusement park, full of looping coasters and other popular amusement rides. I commend the filmmaker, this...

Feb 19, 2012 by John Stevenson Videos 0

Freestyle Music Park Won’t Reopen in 2012

Freestyle Music Park is not reopening in 2012, however, work is being done to see that he park does reopen, possibly as soon as 2013. A MyrtleBeachOnline.com article states: “FPI US LLC, the mortgage holder that reclaimed the park property through the Horry...

Feb 17, 2012 by John Stevenson News 0

Park Asterix Announces Oz’Iris

Park Asterix, in France, announced their new coaster for 2012: a B&M inverter named Oz’Iris. It will be located in their new Egypt section, and will open on April 7th .It will be 114 ft tall, with 5 inversions. From...

Feb 15, 2012 by Ashley Features 0

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 industry. Fortunately, we were able to speak with Andreas Wild, Managing Director of Ing.-Büro Stengel GmbH...

Feb 12, 2012 by Nick Weisenberger Interviews 0

Legoland Florida Water Park Renderings

Legoland Florida’s water park is expected to open in time for the summer of 2012. The park has released several great artist renderings that show how the revived Cypress Gardens water park will look when after it receives the Legoland...

Feb 12, 2012 by John Stevenson Features 0

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 reopen said amusement park. However, it’s not common for a high school student to head...

Feb 9, 2012 by John Stevenson Features Interviews 2

To Pass Winter Days, I Reflect on Sunny Ones

I remember the best week of my life very clearly, and though it was over a year ago now, it is still fresh in my mind as if I’m still there. The first time I went to Universal Studios in...

Feb 9, 2012 by Amy-Chan Features 0

Leviathan Complete

Leviathan at Canada’s Wonderland has been completed, as seen in a video uploaded to the park’s Facebook page. Below are some photos of Leviathan’s nearly-completed track. The bright blue track almost blends perfectly with the clear sky in some of...

Feb 8, 2012 by John Stevenson Photos 0