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Adam Fagenson
Tuesday, August 1, 2023

Top Thrill Dragster Leak: It's Real, But Is It Ethical?

It is assumed that Cedar Point is livid about the information leak from Zamperla regarding Top Thrill Dragster...
Fury 325
Brian
Friday, July 7, 2023

Why Are So Many Roller Coasters Breaking in 2023?! Inside the Issues at Fury 325, El Toro, Top Thrill Dragster & More...

Here we do our best to explain six significant recent ride closures that have struck coasters across the world. While these issues are all completely disconnected, it sure does take a lot of explaining to be a coaster fan today!
Top Thrill Dragster
Amanda Dwyer
Monday, July 3, 2023

Everything We Know (Or Think We Know) About The Reimagined Top Thrill Dragster!

Rumors have been swirling about the 'new formula for thrills" coming to Cedar Point next year. Let's take a look at what the most likely theories are for the Top Thrill Dragster redesign are, and which ones are more likely to be left in the dust...
Happily Ever After
Amanda Dwyer
Saturday, July 1, 2023

MID-YEAR REVIEW: Everything That Has Come and Gone So Far Across US Theme Parks In 2023!

We break down all the new attractions, and new offerings at theme parks across the US as well as everything we have sadly had to say goodbye to so far in 2023...
Turn It Up
Amanda Dwyer
Monday, June 26, 2023

Beyond The Rides: 15 Of The Best Entertainment Offerings At Theme Parks In Summer 2023!

From swashbuckling water shows to nighttime spectaculars, here are some of the best theme park shows you won't want to miss when you visit this summer...
Top Thrill Dragster
Amanda Dwyer
Friday, May 19, 2023

Should Top Thrill Dragster ACTUALLY Get A Rear Spike?

While nothing has been officially announced, many speculate a spike is coming to the reimagined Top Thrill Dragster, but is this the best move?
The Beast
Amanda Dwyer
Saturday, May 6, 2023

This Beast Of A Coaster Remains King Four Decades Later

The Beast at Kings Island has continued to be one of the most popular attractions in the park since its opening over 40 years ago. Let’s look at why The Beast remains a king among coasters and how modern-day coaster riding wouldn’t be the same without it...
Top Thrill Dragster
Amanda Dwyer
Friday, February 24, 2023

Reimagining A Legend: What's To Come Of This Top Thrilling Coaster Icon?

What could come of this problematic coaster icon? We break down the possibilities!
Cedar Point
Brian
Tuesday, January 31, 2023

The Coaster Crown Countdown: Which Parks Have The Most Coasters? Maybe Not The Ones You'd Expect...

Now that the chaos of the Coaster Wars have largely subsided, it's probably a good time to pause and look at the industry today. Which parks actually ended up with the biggest coaster counts? You may be surprised...
Top Thrill Dragster
Brian
Tuesday, January 10, 2023

TOP THRILL DRAGSTER: The High Octane Life of Cedar Point's Coaster Wars Icon... And Its Race to Relaunch

Top Thrill Dragster, the world's first "stratocoaster" which has been standing but not operating will return in 2024! Here is its story starting from the very beginning...
Top Thrill Dragster
Amanda Dwyer
Monday, December 26, 2022

REST IN PIECES: 8 Attractions That Shut Down Permanently In 2022

We bid farewell to these 8 attractions in 2022. However, some aren't quite gone forever...
Image: B&M
Brian
Wednesday, November 30, 2022

The Ultimate Coaster Wars Challenge: How Many of These Industry-Changing Thrill Rides Have You Conquered?

Here's our suggested Bucket List for roadtrip-ready ride warriors who want to ride through history and experience landmarks of the Coaster Wars firsthand...

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