Our first story on the cantilevered coaster we interviewed the John Hogg, the inventor of this totally unique coaster concept. This interview inspired me to create a 3D computer model of the ride and I unveiled some screen shots in...
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More Updates from Kennywood, Video Included
Sky Rocket launched at Kennywood last week and Coaster101 was there. Embedded below is some video I shot during the day of the event. This aren’t the best quality but here are a few pictures form Kennywood after the debut...
Continue reading...Sky Rocket Onride Video
Kennywood has released an on ride video of their new coaster, Sky Rocket, which is expected to open next week. You can view the video below or watch it on their Facebook page.
Continue reading...Batman: The Ride recreated with Roller Coaster Tycoon 3
I still play Rollercoaster Tycoon 3, quite frequently actually. My latest endeavor has been a recreation of the famous Batman: The Ride which can be found at a number of Six Flags parks. I rarely do recreations, but I feel...
Continue reading...Sky Rocket Testing Video
Someone was lucky enough to grab a video of Kennywood’s Sky Rocket coaster testing. While there are still a few kinks to work out, I think Kennywood has a real winner on their hands!
Continue reading...Orlando 2010: SeaWorld Park Video
Here is the final update from our trip to Orlando this past week. See below to watch our video from SeaWorld Orlando! It features the park’s main attractions such as Kraken and Manta, plus a couple of animals here and...
Continue reading...Intimidator 305 Opens
Officials at Kings Dominion are calling their newest ride, The Intimidator 305, the most exciting roller coaster in Kings Dominion’s 35 year history. Intimidator 305 takes its name from the legendary Nascar driver Dale Earnhardt, who was called the Intimidator....
Continue reading...TH13TEEN Onride Video
A video of Alton Tower’s newest coaster, Thirteen (TH13TEEN), has been released. Be sure to watch for the “surprise,” you can’t miss it! It looks like a fun coaster the entire family can ride.
Continue reading...Harry Potter Construction Update
Coaster101 recently visited Universal’s Island of Adventure Theme Park and we caught a glimpse of construction on the Wizarding World of Harry Potter land debutting in 2010. The new major attraction takes place inside Hogwarts Castle which is a massive...
Continue reading...Cedar Point Halloweekends Videos
Coaster101 recently returned from a trip to check out Cedar Point’s Halloweekends event and shot some videos! Included are Wicked Twister, a Demon Drop tribute, and a general Halloweekends video. Wicked Twister Demon Drop Tribute Cedar Point Halloweekends
Continue reading...Walt Disney World Videos
Here are some videos that never made it over from the former version of Coaster101. POV videos of The Seas with Nemo and Friends, Goofy’s Barnstormer, and Maelstrom at Epcot are featured. The Seas with Nemo & Friends at Epcot...
Continue reading...Taking the Plunge: Holiday World 2009
Check out Coaster101’s video of our trip to Holiday World. The video features Pilgrims Plunge (the world’s tallest water ride), the Voyage roller coaster, and more!
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