John Stevenson, Author at Coaster101

Coaster101 turns 4 today

It’s hard to believe that Coaster101.com has been online since June 15th, 2005. Four years ago, I saw a link to a Freewebs website… at that moment I realized how simple it was to create a website – something I...

Jun 15, 2009 by John Stevenson Coaster101 0

Six Flags files for Bankruptcy

Six Flags, the theme park operator, filed for bankruptcy early Saturday in Delaware after failing to reach an agreement with lenders to reorganize its debt. Six Flags is the latest company to prove unable to cope with its debt load...

Jun 14, 2009 by John Stevenson News 0

A Day at Busch Gardens Africa

I was at Busch Gardens Africa on June 4th and I have to say this park never fails to disappoint. All of the operations were excellent which kept the lines nonexistent. The staff is helpful and friendly, for the most...

Jun 7, 2009 by John Stevenson Photos 0

Cedar Point Interview

We recently asked Tony Clark of Cedar Point’s On Point! blog some questions about the park. Here’s what he had to say: Thank you for taking time out of your busy schedule to speak with us! So what exactly does...

May 28, 2009 by John Stevenson Features Interviews 1

Manta Opening Photos

Manta, a B&M Flyer recently opened at Seaworld Orlando and Nick Chandler got us some great shots of the new ride in action.

May 4, 2009 by John Stevenson Features Photos 0

Knott’s Berry Farm in April

Coaster101 visited Knott’s Berry Farm recently. The park has a great history, but you can tell where Cedar Fair has come and changed some things up. Thankfully, though, a large part of the park has been kept in its original...

May 1, 2009 by John Stevenson Photos 0

Attraction Awards 2009

Welcome to the 2009 Coaster101.com Attraction Awards! The results are posted below. The results were very interesting, thanks to everybody who voted! This year we have five new categories: Behehoth – Canada’s Wonderland Hard Rock Park The...

Feb 11, 2009 by John Stevenson Features 0

Mr. Freeze Review

I’ve always heard alot about the Mr. Freeze at Six Flags St. Louis and Six Flags over Texas, but I’ve never given the two rides much thought until I took a trip to Six Flags St. Louis back in August....

Jan 14, 2009 by John Stevenson Photos Reviews 0

Wild Adventures Interview

We got the chance to ask Bob Montgomery, the general manager of Wild Adventures, some questions about they plan to do with the park in the future: How is it working with the “African” theme that you don’t see in...

Dec 18, 2008 by John Stevenson Features Interviews 0

Hard Rock Woes: My Take

Ever heard of Hard Rock Park? Possibly not, which is why they filed for chapter 11 bankruptcy. Hard Rock Park announced on its website that it is closed for the season “to allow management to focus on restructuring efforts.” The...

Dec 16, 2008 by John Stevenson Reviews 0

Busch Gardens Howl-o-Scream

Coaster101 member Johny Canon took a trip to Busch Gardens Europe to check out their annual Howl-o-Scream event. I think the European theme of the park is great for a creepy, dark setting. It seems like they really know how to put on a...

Oct 14, 2008 by John Stevenson Features Photos 2

Six Flags St. Louis 2008

We took a trip up to Six Flags for the first time yesterday and I was really impressed with the entire park! It’s not a huge park but it has a solid collection of rides, especially in the wooden coaster...

Sep 1, 2008 by John Stevenson Photos 0