Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit

Image: UniversalOut of all the attractions that I list here, I only actively dislike two of them. Coincidentally, it’s this one and the next one I’ll discuss.

Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit is a daring roller coaster with one of the most novel tracks in the world. You’ll soar almost 17 stories high at a maximum speed of 65 miles per hour. You’ll also encounter a breathtaking series of twists and turns that are unlike any other coaster paths in existence today.

Unfortunately, the ride experience is kind of miserable. The coaster carts aren't comfortable, the nausea factor is high, and those unique trajectories feel like a punishment rather than fun.

I understand that many people love Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit, but it’s one of the few roasters that I’ve ever exited and immediately said, “Never again!” I actively despise it.

Kali River Rapids

Image: DisneyWith Stitch’s Great Escape gone for good, Kali River Rapids has become my least favorite ride at Walt Disney World. Like Flight of the Hippogriff, I’m offended by it. Imagineers are capable of such breathtaking accomplishments that I’m frustrated by anything that seems phoned in.

The apathy on Kali River Rapids is unmistakable. It’s a float ride that should tower above all over raft-based attractions on the planet. Instead, I’ve ridden more entertaining versions of the concept at places like Dollywood and Six Flags, which shouldn’t ever happen. 

Kali River Rapids famously has many broken ride elements, some of which get repaired for a time, only to tear up again. Others are just left for dead, something that never would have happened on Walt Disney’s watch. Kali River Rapids is the worst blight in the Disney theme park lineup today.

Rock ‘n Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith

Image: DisneyHere’s another example of a ride that I like that I still find overrated. Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster’s strongest selling point is its explosive start. The coaster kicks into high gear immediately, going from zero to 57 MPH in less than three seconds…which sounded a lot more impressive before Tesla started making cars. And it’s still impressive to me.

What I don’t like about this roller coaster is its length. While 57 MPH is fast, especially for Disney, it’s not an earth-shattering velocity. I expect a ride of this speed to last for a while. Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster is over in 80 seconds. It’s just too short to provide me with a satisfying ride.

Also, when I forget to press my head back against the seat as instructed, I sometimes spend part of the ride forgetting my name or home address. The concussion factor is real on this one.