Theme Park News

April 12, 2012 14 Comments

Cedar Fair Theme Parks Roll Out Fast Lane

Joining the other major theme park chains, Cedar Fair is rolling out their own virtual queue system. Fast Lane will

Most Wanted Roller Coasters

April 3, 2012 25 Comments

Most Wanted | Formula Rossa – World’s Fastest Roller Coaster

While I wouldn’t call Kingda Ka the best roller coaster it is an experience that I recommend every coaster fan or thrill

New Roller Coaster Lists

April 2, 2012 12 Comments

7 Best New Roller Coasters Opening in Eurasia

With this The Coaster Critic’s Blog, I try to straddle the line a bit. I’m hoping it’s both a resource

Editorials and Rants

March 19, 2012 33 Comments

Top 11 New Roller Coasters of 2012 – Part 2

It’s time for the conclusion of my Top New Roller Coasters of 2012 list. In case you missed it, I

Editorials and Rants

March 2, 2012 14 Comments

Top 11 New Roller Coasters of 2012 – Part 1

It’s time for my annual list of the most anticipated new roller coasters of the year. I’ve had to be

Roller Coaster Showdowns

January 30, 2012 21 Comments

Montu vs. Alpengeist | Roller Coaster Showdowns

For this roller coaster showdown I’m pitting two of the most popular inverted roller coasters against each other. In a

Theme Park Tips

July 20, 2011 2 Comments

6 Best Theme Park Tips Posts

Over the years I’ve tried to share my tips for theme park trips. Here are my best posts in that

Roller Coaster Showdowns

September 9, 2010 56 Comments

Millennium Force Vs. Intimidator 305 | Roller Coaster Showdowns

Millennium Force vs. Intimidator 305 | Roller Coaster Showdowns In this edition of Roller Coaster Showdowns one of the most

Roller Coaster Showdowns

September 26, 2009 18 Comments

Manta vs Tatsu | Roller Coaster Showdown

As soon as SeaWorld Orlando announced Manta last winter coaster enthusiasts began comparing it to Six Flags Magic Mountain’s Tatsu.

Best Of

June 15, 2009 27 Comments

Is the Six Flags Flash Pass Worth It?

Should You Get a Flash Pass? Are Six Flags Flash Passes Worth It? Flash Passes are electronic or paper-based systems