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CAD Waterslide Model

CATIA is a powerful computer modeling and simulation software. I have recently started on a couple projects that you can watch the progress on right here at Coaster101! The first batch of photos are of my water slide model, seen...

Jul 7, 2009 by Nick Weisenberger Features 0

Ghost Town’s Cliffhanger reopens!

Update: The ride has closed again. This is an exciting piece of news! After years of delay, the unique “Cliffhanger” rollercoaster, formerly known as the Red Devil, at Ghost Town in the Sky in Maggie Valley, North Carolina, has reopened!...

Jul 1, 2009 by John Stevenson Features 2

Transformers… the coaster.

By now you might have heard of the two Transformers rides that are going into Universal Studios (Hollywood and Singapore) over the next few years. The 3D ride should be incredible, but what if Universal decided to take it up...

Jun 28, 2009 by John Stevenson Features 3

Kings Dominion is getting a Giga?

This one’s really surprised me. It seems as if Kings Dominion will be receiving an Intamin Giga coaster next year. This will be interesting to watch develop over the next few months.

Jun 23, 2009 by John Stevenson Features News 0

Variable Ticket Prices

Here’s how it would work : The initial ticket prices would assume perfect weather and all rides fully functional for the year. That way rates could be adjusted down based on the actual daily conditions. If the weather looks to...

Jun 2, 2009 by Nick Weisenberger Features 2

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

Be a Good Neighbor

A few weeks ago Alton Towers changed the wheels on Nemesis, their B&M inverted coaster. The local district council was soon flooded with complaints from nearby residents that the rumbling noises from the coaster made their lives “unbearable.” Unbearable? I’m...

May 7, 2009 by Nick Weisenberger Features 0

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

Pro-Amusement Park

If you’ve read some of my blogs or forum posts you may think that I am anti-Cedar Point/Cedar Fair. That is not the case. Far from it. I feel very fortunate to live so close to such an amazing amusement...

Apr 21, 2009 by Nick Weisenberger Features 0

Expectations this summer?

With the economy in a deep recession amusement parks are going to have to do what they can to save money. This includes not building expensive, mega-attractions. However, major new rides still need to be built in order to keep...

Mar 25, 2009 by Nick Weisenberger Features 0

Disney and Interactivity

A new blog that’s not about food or drinks! The amusement park visitor of today is vastly different than the visitor of yesteryear. Visitors, especially the younger generations, are expecting more and more customized entertainment experiences. The days of the...

Mar 2, 2009 by Nick Weisenberger Features 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