Race tracks

Article Abstract:

Designers of rollercoaster rides may have to further develop the element of fun into their designs to encourage visitors to have repeat rides. Some rollercoaster reach heights of 250 ft and travel at 100 mph yet they are not always the most popular with the customers. More wooden rollercoasters are being made. Some rollercoaster rides have already been planned for 1999, including a Vekoma Suspended Looping Coaster at Pleasureland in Southport, England. Most UK amusement parks failed to open any new innovative rollercoasters, in 1998, apart from Oblivion at Alton Towers, England.

Management, Amusement rides, Amusement parks, Amusement ride industry, Amusement ride equipment industry

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Fast and furious

Article Abstract:

Human tolerance on white knuckle rides has to be considered in the overall design of any new ride project. The sitting position of most of these rides enables the body to cope well with the g forces exerted on it, and designers can prevent incidents of whiplash by supporting the head and shoulders without loss of the ride sensation. Rollercoaster rides can be built from timber or steel, and the riders can hang underneath the ride or sit in a car which moves along tracks. Many rides involve a looping inversion and accelerated corners and slopes.

Industry Overview

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On a high

Article Abstract:

Amusement complex operators are launching seventy new rollercoaster rides all round the world to mark the International Year of the Rollercoaster in 1996. Operators are limiting ambitious design and development, however, because disproportionately high maintenance costs are incurred. Rollercoaster frameworks are built in wood or steel. Wooden structures are very popular. Some rides should be reconstructed, says the American Coaster Enthusiasts association.

Beliefs, opinions and attitudes, American Coaster Enthusiasts

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