We’ve covered Copperhead Strike extensively since it was announced in August 2018. But earlier this month, three Coaster101 writers rode the new Carowinds coaster for the first time. These are their quick thoughts on the...
At Coaster101, we’ve had a great time covering Carowinds‘ newest roller coaster, Copperhead Strike, from teases, to announcement, to construction (and more construction, and more construction, and more construction, and more construction!) to actually getting to experience...
One of the early hits of the 2019 season has been Copperhead Strike at Carowinds. Not only is it a great addition to the park from strictly a roller coaster point of view, the theming...
From Speculation, to Announcement, To Documenting Construction Progress (And More Construction Progress, and More, and More) we’ve covered nearly every aspect of Carowinds‘ newest roller coaster, the MACK Rides-designed Copperhead Strike, the first “double-launch” coaster in...
One of the best way to beat the theme park off-season blues is to attend a coaster enthusiast event. This past weekend, I joined 187 fellow coaster enthusiasts at the southeastern chapter of the American...
If you’ve been following along on Coaster101, you know that we’re thrilled to ride Copperhead Strike at Carowinds when it opens this spring. What about you? Are you ready to ride? Do you want to...
Back on New Year’s Eve, we were able to get a good look at the construction of Copperhead Strike with an “unofficial” tour from Steve Jackson, Director of Construction and Maintenance at Carowinds. While there’s...
Back on New Year’s Eve, prior to Ringing in 2019 on Afterburn, I was in the right place at the right time, as I ran into Steve Jackson, Director of Maintenance and Construction for Carowinds, who happened to...
Since Granny’s Epic Secret at Carowinds was revealed to be Copperhead Strike on August 30, lots of eyes have been on the construction site adjacent to Carowinds’ County Fair, which will become Blue Ridge Junction...
Yesterday, we headed to Carowinds for their 2019 announcement. Next year, the park will add its 14th Roller Coaster, Copperhead Strike, the first dual-launch coaster in the Carolinas. While we gave you the press release...
After several months of teases, Carowinds has finally revealed Granny’s Epic Secret, and it’s Copperhead Strike. The Carolinas’ first double launch coaster, Copperhead Strike simulates the harrowing chase of getaway cars racing through rolling farmland, sending...
