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Canada’s Wonderland Trip Report

I’m going to write this Canada’s Wonderland review in the same style as Peter King’s Monday Morning Quarterback (MMQB) columns. Let me know if you like this format or not. Quick note, Wonderland is famous for their outstanding collection of...

Sep 4, 2012 by Nick Weisenberger Features 4

Old Zippin Pippin Car Found

The original Zippin Pippin at the Libertyland amusement park in Memphis, Tennessee closed in 2005 and was subsequently sold at an auction for around $2,500 (yes, you read that correctly). The salvageable artifacts from the ride were sold to a...

Ed Hart Renews Interest in Kentucky Kingdom

Ed Hart isn’t giving up hope that Kentucky Kingdom is unsaveable. According to Kentucky.com, Ed Hart is approaching the Kentucky State Fair Board once again with a proposal to reopen the shuttered former Six Flags Kentucky Kingdom park. The $40...

Aug 18, 2012 by John Stevenson Features 0

Knott’s Perilous Plunge to Close Permanently

Knott’s Berry Farm’s Perilous Plunge flume ride will close permanently the day after Labor Day, according to local news and park management. The ride stands 121 feet tall and features a 115 foot drop, with the boats reaching speeds of...

Aug 14, 2012 by John Stevenson Features 0

Review: Insane Coaster Wars

Since July, the Travel Channel has been airing a show on Sunday nights called “Insane Coaster Wars.” The premise of the show was to showcase the best coasters from around the United States. For each episode, they categorized the coasters...

Aug 13, 2012 by Ashley Features 2

The Dark Knight Rises Coaster

The Dark Knight Rises – The Ride… The Dark Knight Rises Coaster… The Dark Knight Rides. These names don’t necessarily roll off the tongue easily, but I don’t think that would stop Six Flags from building an attraction themed around the...

Aug 8, 2012 by John Stevenson Features 6

Top Seven Parks to See at Night

Some amusement parks undergo a dazzling transformation after the sun sets. Strung lights illuminate the midways, large lightbulbs attached the lifthills of roller coasters turn a black sky into a glowing array of light designs. The below amusement parks transform...

Aug 1, 2012 by John Stevenson Features 1

2012 Photo Contest Results

The results are in! We had 55 incredible photographs entered into the photo contest this year, and you all have chosen the winning photo of each category. Original First place: Steve F. Honorable mention: Brian R. Edited First place: Brian...

Jul 27, 2012 by John Stevenson Features 1

My Take on Wild Eagle

After conquering X-Flight earlier this summer, I eagerly awaited my ride on America’s other new-for-2012 (and technically first) wing coaster, Wild Eagle at Dollywood. I followed Wild Eagle from the first sighting of blue track was reported. Needless to say,...

Jul 24, 2012 by John Stevenson Features Photos 1

Roller Coaster Design Trends and Technology

A reader recently asked me for my thoughts on how roller coaster design is changing. Specifically, he wanted to learn more about growing trends and new technology. I decided I would share my response with the rest of you and...

Jul 16, 2012 by Nick Weisenberger Coasters-101 5

New Show: Insane Coaster Wars

Travel Channel will premier a new show called Insane Coaster Wars on Sunday, July 8, 2012 at 9/8pm central. We recommend checking the official Travel Channel schedule for your local times. The Insane Coaster Wars series will be broken into 30-minute segments,...

Jul 7, 2012 by John Stevenson Features 0

Theme Park Safety Tips

Safety always comes first when riding amusement rides, says Kathryn Woodcock, a professor at Ryerson University in Toronto, Canada. She’s the director of the THRILL Lab (Tools for Holistic Ride Inspection Learning and Leadership) program where students study the application...

Jun 30, 2012 by Nick Weisenberger Guides 0