Nick Weisenberger

Nick Weisenberger has been writing about theme parks and roller coasters since 2007. His fascination for how roller coasters work led to researching and self-publishing Coasters 101: An Engineers Guide to Roller Coaster Design.

2026

NightFlight Expedition Takes Shape

On September 17th, 2025 Dollywood announced NightFlight Expedition, the single most ambitious attraction in the park’s history. While the park unveiled the ride type, manufacturer, and a few facts and figures, it kept most of...

Jan 20, 2026

2025

Coaster101’s 2025 Year in Review

Believe it or not, we’ve finally reached the end of the roller coaster of a year that was 2025. Every December we take a look back and reflect on all the ups and downs of...

Dec 31, 2025

Holiday Gift Guide for Coaster Enthusiasts 2025

If you’re on the hunt for the perfect holiday gift for a roller coaster enthusiast in 2025, look no further—we’ve got your holiday gift guide for theme park fans! Since 2011, we’ve been publishing an...

Nov 26, 2025

SeaWorld Orlando’s New Ride Vehicle Unveiled

Grab your crew and prepare to dive. In 2026, SeaWorld Orlando’s new ride will chart a bold new course with the debut of SEAQuest: Legends of the Deep, a groundbreaking family indoor dark ride that...

Nov 18, 2025

Herschend to Acquire Silverwood Theme Park

Herschend Family Entertainment Corporation, the world’s largest family-held themed attractions company, and Silverwood Theme Park, have signed an exclusive term sheet for Herschend to acquire Silverwood Theme Park. Herschend to acquire Silverwood Theme Park Silverwood,...

Nov 12, 2025