Comments on: Top Ten List-O-Rama!

By: The Coaster Critic

The Coaster Critic — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 13:36:18 +0000

It's cool if you disagree about The Beast, I know that a lot of people consider it overrated. And I'm not going to defend my opinion. It's all in the review, but I will say that I could see someone having a problem with blind love for The Beast. For example if my high rating stemmed from fanboyism or a regionalism thing. Like if I had six Ohio coasters in my top 10 or if it was in my list because I've been riding it every summer for decades. But if I genuinely rate The Beast highly after having been to parks all over the country, I'm not sure why that would be a big deal. I don't know you, but you sound like an elitist or maybe you think you're 'above' people that love The Beast. Again, it's cool to disagree and I know that many think The Beast is overrated. I just don't get your thinking I guess. At least you gave me an idea for two new posts. Although, it doesn't sound like you'll be around to read them.

Maybe one of the great theme park blogs listed here would be more to your liking. Although, I doubt many of them list their top ten coasters and/or give detailed coaster reviews. But, maybe that's a good thing. Thanks for the comment Ted!

By: Ted

Ted — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 04:12:44 +0000

I started reading your website some recently, been into coasters since the early nineties and online since '94. I must say I was a bit surprised that the Beast is anywhere near your top ten list. I probably won't stay on this site for that reason alone. I never had one coaster enthusiast, who's opinion's I respect, who has the Beast any where near the top of their list. I think it's a fun ride, but probably mid pack out of my 120 or so wood coasters.

By: Prof. BAM

Prof. BAM — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 20:51:14 +0000

Speaking of Phantom's Revenge, I heard somewhere that all the Arrow track is being repaced withe Morgan track because they somewhat rebuilt Steel Phantom

By: CFC

CFC — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 18:35:24 +0000

Obviously, my favorite is B&M, since I rant on and on about them. Still, they built Afterburn, Apollo's Chariot, and more, and they're building Intimidator 232. Who doesn't like them?

By: Quil

Quil — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 17:30:51 +0000

i`d say my favorite company is Intamin AG. they make some of the best rides in the world.

By: Quil

Quil — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 17:28:23 +0000

they`re short, aren`t they.

By: The Coaster Critic

The Coaster Critic — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 22:41:58 +0000

I guess. I'd have to think about that. I'm not sure there are that many other personal favorites.

By: The Coaster Critic

The Coaster Critic — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 22:39:44 +0000

Apollo's theme, more interesting layout with the use of the terrain and abundant airtime put it ahead of Nitro for me.

By: sphantom

sphantom — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 22:28:28 +0000

I like arrow dynamic coasters. The steel phantom was one of my favorites. Besides the roughness it was a good ride.

By: Tom

Tom — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 20:24:07 +0000

Yep. I think it's the best thing man ever invented. No kidding.