Maurer Rides, celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, has shared new trains and layout concepts for its innovative Spike Coaster model. The new trains can accompany more passengers via coupled cars and two-abreast seating. But that’s not all — the...
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What’s New and Different at Dollywood in 2022
Last month, I kicked off my 2022 coaster season in the best way possible — with a trip to Dollywood. While there are no new rides or attractions opening at Dollywood in 2022, there were still plenty of updates and...
Continue reading...Six Flags Great America Announces DC Universe Area and Rethemed Rides for 2022
Six Flags Great America today announced plans to debut a DC Universe area when the park opens next month. The rethemed area — currently known as Yankee Harbor — will feature three rethemed attractions: The Flash: Vertical Velocity (formerly Vertical...
Continue reading...Pantheon at Busch Gardens Williamsburg Officially Opens March 25
The final domino has fallen for opening dates for SeaWorld Parks’ new-for-2020-2021- 2022 roller coasters. Harnessing the power of five Roman Gods, Pantheon will open at Busch Gardens Williamsburg on Friday, March 25, 2022. Pantheon joins Iron Gwazi at Busch...
Continue reading...Top 10 Most-Missed Coasters from the 1970s
The 1970s were a pivotal time period for roller coasters. Designers pushed the envelope as steel became a more popular track material. Still, the classic wooden coaster remained a staple, with many opening across the country. According to RCDB, roughly...
Continue reading...Inside the Most Impressive Backyard Roller Coaster I’ve Ever Seen: Little Thunder
When you first see Sean LaRochelle’s new backyard roller coaster, Little Thunder, it’s pretty obvious what inspired it. That alone is a testament to how detailed and impressive it is. Taking up the backyard of LaRochelle’s parents’ home and surrounded by...
Continue reading...Beyond the Track: The Smiler at Alton Towers In-Depth Analysis
Welcome to the second installment in a four-part “Beyond the Track” series by Coaster101 guest writer Ryan Cataldo. There is more beyond the surface of a roller coaster than just hills and drops. Every functional coaster on earth has scrutinous...
Continue reading...Fun Spot Orlando Adding Sky Hawk for 2021
It’s not an April Fool’s joke! Fun Spot America Theme Park is becoming HUGE-ER than HUGE with plans to add another new ride, Sky Hawk, to the Orlando park location. The ride is expected to debut in May 2021. Sky...
Continue reading...Busch Gardens Williamsburg Announces Details for Food & Wine Festival
Get ready for a “Safe Foodie Paradise” as Busch Gardens Williamsburg has announced details for the 2021 edition of their annual Food & Wine festival, which starts April 2, and continues through May 23. The fan-favorite event will feature “new...
Continue reading...10 Best Coasters of the 1970s Still Operating Today!
Last year we brought you our list of our favorite coasters over 50 years old that are still going strong today. Now, we’re moving forward to look at the best US coasters from the 1970s that you can still ride!...
Continue reading...Building Better Rides: What Should Attraction Designers Focus On?
It’s no secret that Disney and Universal design some of the world’s most up-to-date rides and attractions, each striving to amaze guests more than the last. While theme park enthusiasts and thrill-seekers enjoy intense, airtime-filled coasters, others are more interested...
Continue reading...A First Timer’s Guide to Visiting Nickelodeon Universe at the American Dream Mall
The brand new entertainment supercomplex known as American Dream finally opened its doors on October 25th, 2019 after nearly two decades of construction. On opening day, the majority of the complex was still closed, with the only things open being...
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