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...
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Guest Photo Update: Twisted Colossus Construction
One of our readers, Keith, was at Six Flags Magic Mountain over the weekend, and took a bunch of photos of the Rocky Mountain conversion of Colossus to Twisted Colossus. Some Comments From Keith: -Clearly the issues associated...
Continue reading...Portion of Six Flags Magic Mountain’s Colossus Catches Fire, Collapses
Firefighters were called to Six Flags Magic Mountain about 1:30 PM Pacific Time as Six Flags Magic Mountain’s Iconic “Colossus” Roller Coaster caught on fire, resulting in a collapse of the track at the crest of one of the coaster’s...
Continue reading...Six Flags Magic Mountain Colossus Closure Confirmed
The rumors of Six Flags Magic Mountain’s mammoth double coaster, Colossus, closing at the end of this year are indeed true. Six Flags hung banners in the park announcing the last day to ride will be August 16th. At this point...
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