The Centrifuge Brain Project documentary is a must watch for anyone interested in the history and future of the amusement industry’s technological marvels. This short video follows Dr. Nick Laslowicz, Chief Engineer at the Institute for Centrifugal Research in Florida, as...
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Kennywood: Zamperla Giant Discovery
Kennywood announced via Facebook that the park will add Black Widow, a Zamperla Giant Discovery attraction in 2012, presumably replacing Pitt Fall which is currently being dismantled. You can see a stock video from Zamperla of the Giant Discovery model...
Continue reading...How to deal with someone who is afraid to ride a coaster
“No, I don’t like roller coasters,” your friend informs you. He’s that guy in your group of friends at Six Flags for a day of white-knuckle thrills who will be waiting at the ride’s exit. Until you entered the park, you...
Continue reading...Christmas Events: Smoky Mountain Christmas at Dollywood
While we haven’t been able to cover every Christmas event that can be found at parks arcoss America (let alone the rest of the world!), I thought Dollywood’s Smoky Mountain Christmas would be a great way to conclude this series....
Continue reading...New water ride for Alabama Adventure in 2011
Alabama Adventure will add a shoot-the-chutes style attraction in 2011 and the park is asking you to help them name the ride: ALABAMA ADVENTURE MAKES A SPLASH WITH 2011 “NAME THE RIDE CONTEST” Local Theme Park Adds a Major New...
Continue reading...Busch Gardens Williamsburg hinting at the future
The Seaworld parks are really hyping their 2011 additions! Busch Gardens Williamsburg recently released this video teasing the rides that they will be adding next year. The park applied for a height variance back in the spring. I’m sure this video...
Continue reading...Blue Streak ride review
Forum member “FeelTheFORCE” took a ride on the newly-reopened Blue Streak roller coaster at Conneaut Lake Park and shared his thoughts about the ride with us on the forums: “I’d like to start with saying that there are NO SEAT...
Continue reading...Hollywood Rip, Ride, Rockit open!
I think the on ride photos confirm it – Hollywood Rip, Ride, Rockit at Universal Studios Orlando has soft opened. So far reviews for the coaster seem decent – hopefully we’ll be able to get out there soon to give...
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