Coasterology

September 29, 2009 7 Comments

Busch Gardens Roller Coaster Tour Part 1

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September 8, 2009 44 Comments

Big Bad Wolf: A Legend Reaches Its Expiration Date

More Insight Into Big Bad Wolf’s Closing: “Service Life” Defined Yesterday, the Big Bad Wolf made its final run. While

Defunct Roller Coasters

July 14, 2009 27 Comments

Big Bad Wolf to be Removed?

Big Bad Wolf is a world-class suspended roller coaster at Busch Gardens Europe. It’s unique layout uses the terrain of the

Coasterology

June 6, 2009 2 Comments

What is a Mine Train Roller Coaster?

Mine train roller coasters have been around for many years. They are defined by simulating an out of control mine

Roller Coaster Reviews

August 26, 2008 25 Comments

X2 @ Six Flags Magic Mountain | Coaster Reviews

The Coaster Critic Faces the Most Extreme Coaster on the Planet The main attraction of my first ever West coast

Top 3 Thursdays

August 21, 2008 4 Comments

Top 3 Old School Looping Roller Coasters

Top 3 Old School Looping Roller CoastersMost enthusiasts top 10 lists are littered with modern thrill machines boasting the latest

March 16, 2008 1 Comment

Eagle Fortress at Everland

Does Eagle Fortress Deserve Third Best in the World?The interesting part of this year’s Mitch Hawker Internet Poll is Eagle

Defunct Roller Coasters

November 8, 2007 92 Comments

Drachen Fire @ Busch Gardens | Defunct Roller Coasters

A Look Back at the Legendary Drachen Fire at Busch Gardens Drachen Fire was an infamous roller coaster that lived

Trip Reports

October 31, 2007 1 Comment

Scarowinds Trip Report Part 2

Scarowinds Trip Report Part 2 County FairThe County Fair section had the feel of a busy carnival. It was full

Roller Coaster Reviews

June 13, 2007 37 Comments

Great American Scream Machine | Coaster Reviews

Great American Scream Machine @ Six Flags Great AdventureGreat American Scream Machine is an aging, old steel coaster at the