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20 Major Theme Parks that NEED a Launch Coaster
A launch coaster is an important aspect of a theme park's lineup, and today we look at 20 major theme parks in the world that don't have a launch coaster, but should get one!
Shoutout to these channels for providing footage for this video:
Canobie Coaster: www.youtube.com/@UCp8lkxr2Oncfako8CpQ3GAA
Airtime Thrills: www.youtube.com/@UCeCn_H8vPrtvSLrNkg-H6Ww
ElToro Ryan: www.youtube.com/@ElToroRyan/featured
David Ellis: www.youtube.com/@davidjellis/featured
Coaster Thrills: www.youtube.com/@coasterthrills/videos
Amusement Insider: www.youtube.com/@AmusementInsider/featured
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Ranking Every Launch Type on Roller Coasters | Which is the best? Which is the most common?
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Launches are an exciting way to start a roller coaster, getting the train up to speed in a short amount of time. These launches use many different methods to launch the train. From weight drops, to hydraulic fluid, to compressed air, there is a lot of variety, and in this video we will rank them from least to mos t popular.
Cedar Point is getting a tilt coaster!? Siren's Curse Analysis and Breakdown
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in one of the more shocking coaster announcements, Cedar Point has unveiled their New-for-2025 Vekoma tilt coaster, Siren's Curse! This ride will be North America's Tallest, Faster, and Longest tilt coaster, with a well rounded layout and that terrifying tilt feature. Hear all my thoughts in this video!
Twisted Colossus Review: Magic Mountain's BEST Ride!! (Six Flags Magic Mountain)
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Twisted Colossus is an excellent roller coaster by Rocky Mountain Construction at Six Flags Magic Mountain is Valencia California. In this video, I share my in depth thoughts on this attraction.
The World's BEST New-for-2024 Dark Rides
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Roller Coasters are the main focus of this channel, but dark rides are still a very important part of a theme park's lineup. Today, we look at the best dark rides to open for the 2024 season. Featuring Spongebob, Anna and Elsa, Peter Pan, Despicable Me, and more!
America's 10 Best Themed Family Coasters
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In part two of this mini series, it's time to look at america's best themed family coasters. Including rides like Thunder Mountain, Slinky Dog Dash, Laff Trakk, and more!
America's 15 Best Themed Thrill Coasters
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America doesn't heave nearly as many themed thrill coasters as Europe, but with Disney, Universal, and some other attractions, there is still theming to go around. Today, we look at the best themed thrill coasters in America. Featuring rides like Copperhead Strike, Mystery Mine, Rock N Rollercoaster, and more!
Gold Rusher Review: How does this classic compare to other family coasters?
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Gold Rusher was an opening day attraction for Six Flags Magic Mountain in 1971. This mine train has over 2500 feet of track, and uses the terrain very well. In this video, we will review Gold Rusher, and compare it to other family coasters!
Finally, a launch coaster!! Quantum Accelerator Analysis and Breakdown HD 1080p
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After 25 years, Six Flags New England has a launch coaster once again. Quantum Accelerator will be an Intamin family straddle coaster, opening for the 2025 season. The ride will have over 2600 feet of track, two launches, and 11 airtime moments. Thanks for watching!
Wrath of Rakshasa Analysis and Breakdown | Was this the best pick for Great America?
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Wrath of Rakshasa is a New-for-2025 B&M Dive coaster, featuring five inversions, 3200 feet of track, and a 96 degree drop. This will be the park's first coaster in 6 years, but was it the right one?
What Happened to America's New-for-2024 Coasters?
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While there have been some great coaster editions, 2024 has still been a pretty lackluster year for new coasters here in America. Only three thrill coasters have opened, with problems on all three, and delays on others. So, what happened to America's New-for-2024 coasters?
WOW! AlpenFury Analysis and Breakdown | Most Inversions in North America! | Canada's Wonderland
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WOW! AlpenFury Analysis and Breakdown | Most Inversions in North America! | Canada's Wonderland
What If United Parks buys Six Flags' weaker parks? | The Biggest What Ifs in the Theme Park Industry
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What If United Parks buys Six Flags' weaker parks? | The Biggest What Ifs in the Theme Park Industry
Rapterra Analysis | Kings Dominion's New-for-2025 B&M Wing Coaster | A good replacement of Volcano?
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Rapterra Analysis | Kings Dominion's New-for-2025 B&M Wing Coaster | A good replacement of Volcano?
West Coast Racers Review: Is its redundancy a bad thing? (Six Flags Magic Mountain)
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West Coast Racers Review: Is its redundancy a bad thing? (Six Flags Magic Mountain)
The World's Best Powered Coasters | Are Mack's the best?
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The World's Best Powered Coasters | Are Mack's the best?
Top 25 Coaster Elements in California
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Top 25 Coaster Elements in California
Goliath Review: Is this ride actually underwhelming? (Six Flags Magic Mountain)
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Goliath Review: Is this ride actually underwhelming? (Six Flags Magic Mountain)
Blue Fire is Mack Rides Most Important Coaster, Here’s Why
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Blue Fire is Mack Rides Most Important Coaster, Here’s Why
Which Theme Parks have the MOST Roller Coasters?
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Which Theme Parks have the MOST Roller Coasters?
Top 15 Rides at Six Flags Discovery Kingdom!
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Top 15 Rides at Six Flags Discovery Kingdom!
The Coaster that Each TEXAS Park Needs the Most...
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The Coaster that Each TEXAS Park Needs the Most...
This Classic is Still Running Strong! Revolution Review | Six Flags Magic Mountain
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This Classic is Still Running Strong! Revolution Review | Six Flags Magic Mountain
Which Theme Park Chain had the Best 2024 Coaster Additions? (Tier List)
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Which Theme Park Chain had the Best 2024 Coaster Additions? (Tier List)
Ranking the West Coast's RMC Coasters | Does Magic Mountain have the best rides?
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Ranking the West Coast's RMC Coasters | Does Magic Mountain have the best rides?
What If Universal buys PortAventura? The Biggest What Ifs in the Theme Park Industry, Pt 5
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What If Universal buys PortAventura? The Biggest What Ifs in the Theme Park Industry, Pt 5
Full Throttle Review: BEST Magic Mountain Launch Coaster!? (Valencia, California)
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Full Throttle Review: BEST Magic Mountain Launch Coaster!? (Valencia, California)
The Coaster that each Pennsylvania Park NEEDS Most
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The Coaster that each Pennsylvania Park NEEDS Most
Six Flags Magic Mountain Full Review: California's BEST Amusement Park? (Valencia, California)
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Six Flags Magic Mountain Full Review: California's BEST Amusement Park? (Valencia, California)
How Important is THEMING at Amusement Parks?
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How Important is THEMING at Amusement Parks?

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @GarryWilliams555
    @GarryWilliams555 2 дні тому

    An intamin blitz would be very welcome at Efteling as the only thing theyre missing is a stand out coaster

  • @mitchellries256
    @mitchellries256 3 дні тому

    There are a few parks in need of a launch coaster that weren't mentioned. These include La Ronde, Magic Springs, Alabama Adventure, Wild Adventures, Waldameer, Wonderland Park, and Galaxyland. The last of these has probably never been thought of, but is actually very important needs a massive new addition to make up for the loss of Mindbender.

  • @thijsvandersteldt3179
    @thijsvandersteldt3179 5 днів тому

    You forgot efteling

    • @gridiron_coasters
      @gridiron_coasters 5 днів тому

      @@thijsvandersteldt3179 You’re absolutely right, thank you. I knew that there had to be one or two that I missed

  • @namevone
    @namevone 5 днів тому

    Gronalund actually posted some concept plans for a really interesting looking Vekoma launched coaster that they're hoping to open in the next few years

    • @gridiron_coasters
      @gridiron_coasters 5 днів тому

      @@namevone Yes, I saw that a while back. Good addition!

  • @sudo37338
    @sudo37338 17 днів тому

    Skyrush

  • @sudo37338
    @sudo37338 17 днів тому

    Stunt pilot

  • @sudo37338
    @sudo37338 17 днів тому

    Sheikra for the dive coaster

  • @Iplayceleste
    @Iplayceleste 21 день тому

    🔥

  • @ClickerCoaster
    @ClickerCoaster 21 день тому

    such a stacked list!!

  • @gridiron_coasters
    @gridiron_coasters 21 день тому

    Note: This video was recorded before Siren's Curse was announced for Cedar Point. Not sure if it would've made the cut, but it's worth noting.

  • @gridiron_coasters
    @gridiron_coasters 21 день тому

    Footage Credits: Steel Vengeance: ElToro Ryan Shambala/Superman/Semala: Canobie Coaster Shivering Timbers: Coaster Habitat Smiler: Amusement Insider

  • @HayFatYT
    @HayFatYT 22 дні тому

    Why would you want theming at amusement parks? Then it's just a theme park. The difference is theme parks follow a theme that rides and everything follow, amusement parks not really. So why would a amusement park need theming?

  • @VelocityCoastersYT
    @VelocityCoastersYT 22 дні тому

    Ngl not bad but electric winch should have been at bottom.

  • @gridiron_coasters
    @gridiron_coasters 22 дні тому

    What’s your favorite launch?

  • @john172867
    @john172867 24 дні тому

    Here's an idea: Go there with a bunch of friends and stand at the bottom. When the coaster tilts 90 degrees, shout with your friends up to the riders: "The track isn't aligned! The track isn't aligned!"

  • @john172867
    @john172867 26 днів тому

    So the masterminds at Cedar Point think people are going to trust this monstrosity to function properly when for decades Top Thrill Dragster hasn't? 🤣🤣🤣

  • @himynameiscorey
    @himynameiscorey 27 днів тому

    As good as it is any ride that takes a drop into brakes and doesn’t utilize that velocity into remaining track time is dropping the ball on the ride, therefore I couldn’t give this ride better than a 7, despite the great launches and loop. Ideally this ride could be fixed to perfection and a 9 or 10/10 if they extended the track past the last drop, into maybe a corkscrew and couple of helixes to complete the ride.

  • @danielmkubacki
    @danielmkubacki 28 днів тому

    Siren's Curse looks so fun!

  • @brianbeduhn8138
    @brianbeduhn8138 28 днів тому

    What’s an inversaion?

    • @AirtimeAxolotl
      @AirtimeAxolotl 28 днів тому

      An inversion is when you go upside down on a coaster

    • @ProjectWrecked
      @ProjectWrecked 28 днів тому

      ​@@AirtimeAxolotl He's making fun of the spelling error in the video

  • @VelocityCoastersYT
    @VelocityCoastersYT 28 днів тому

    cedar point really think we gonna forget about top thrill 2💀. Was not expecting this to come to cedar point.

  • @gridiron_coasters
    @gridiron_coasters 28 днів тому

    What are your thoughts on this addition?

    • @robertcherman
      @robertcherman 28 днів тому

      Why are you guys reporting something you are not certain. How certain are you that, this coaster was going to that other park. I just asked the last guy this, and he said he was assuming because other people were saying it. Are you assuming as well? Just before the 150th Anniversary the guy at Cedar Point said there was a lot of big changes coming to the park. We already knew they were going to be adding some big stuff from when they announced the 10 year plan for the 150th. I assume that the coaster was supposed to go to Poland. But after researching and researching I have found nothing yet, nothing official saying that it was. And maybe you have official knowledge the rest of us don't. If you do please share it with us. Because I have been trying to figure out that information all day. It doesn't make sense that they would just throw a coaster in there out of the blue, with no planning. They already had a 10 year plan a few years ago. This is all part of the plan, that is kind of why I don't believe this coaster is that coaster. I could be wrong. It just doesn't make sense. What makes sense, this is the second oldest amusement park in North America. And, they used to have the most coasters than any other park. And Cedar Point strives to break records. I would assume, that what their plan is, is to take back that record of having the most rollercoasters. So, you are going to be seeing new ones every year or so until that happens.

    • @mitchellries256
      @mitchellries256 28 днів тому

      I think it's the biggest surprise to be announced because of how we thought this was going to Six Flags Mexico, because of how we thought it would go where Snake River Falls used to sit, and because we thought their next new addition would be a water ride or a waterpark expansion.

    • @robertcherman
      @robertcherman 28 днів тому

      @@mitchellries256 For one you don't know if this is the same coaster that was going to Mexico. Everyone is assuming that. It's not as big of a surprise that paid attention to what they said during the 150th anniversary. It is not my fault that you did not pay attention. They even somewhat talked about this coaster then. Who is we? I didn't believe that. No, you guys watched videos of UA-camrs giving their opinions on something, they clearly don't know. And speculating on what is going to happen. The first have to get rid of Snaker River Falls before they can put anything there. You heard it here first. Sirens will be the new coaster next year, and in 2026 there will be another new coaster. Going right where Snake River Falls is. I was right about Top Thrill 2. Remember that, everyone said that ride was going to suck and that the g's weren't going to be anything and that the ride was going to be boring. I said no way! I said it was going to be intense. Argues with people on UA-cam about it, until it was done, and then people knew. And, they were like it awesome. And, then they shut it down. Which that happens, so who cares. This stuff takes time sometimes. When they dropped the first teaser and only shown the girls face. I saw in the girls hair a coaster layout, I then remembered what Cedar Park talked about a few years ago, and I was like that is going to be a coaster. And, turns out I was right it was a coaster. If you thought Snake River Falls was going to get torn down and a coaster or something replace it during the winter. That is on you, that tells me you are not good at observational predictions. And, that you don't really understand how amusement parks work. No company is going to spend millions and renovate an area of a park, without a lot of planning that takes years. Unless, you are a new park just trying to start out and you don't have the capital to do what Cedar Point, the second oldest amusement park in America can. Cedar Point is not the kind of company that is going to do something last second. Everything they do, was already planned years ago. That is why I don't believe it is the same coaster. It could be, but that is not what Cedar Point does. They always do something grand, something with a record and they are always doing something new. They are the champs at this. They are not called the rollercoaster capital of the world for nothing. And, right now I believe they are on the way to becomig the park with most coasters again. And, that is why I believe they are going to pretty much going to keep bringing new coasters every year or 2 until they do.

    • @robertcherman
      @robertcherman 28 днів тому

      @@mitchellries256 I didn't think that. And it deleted my other post that I responded with, but I have to go. If somehow it magically shows up or I remember I will retype it. Because nothing you said, is something I believe.

  • @TheNinthHeart
    @TheNinthHeart 29 днів тому

    LOL@ not bringing up chiller

  • @gridiron_coasters
    @gridiron_coasters 29 днів тому

    Short Hiatus over, lot's of exciting videos coming soon! Subscribe for more!

  • @justiceleaguebattleformetr9239
    @justiceleaguebattleformetr9239 29 днів тому

    I’m glad to see someone else who thinks it’s the best ride there. Usually people are raving about X2 and whenever I do hear people talk about Twisted Colossus, usually people are only complaining about how it doesn’t duel instead of talking about how great each of the elements are.

  • @jammypops7
    @jammypops7 Місяць тому

    I love the smiler, this isn't saying much but it's my favourite coaster. It's at my home park. I've ridden it more than I can count. But I'm currently obsessed with Alpenfury, I've watched the pov more than a dozen times and it looks to be one of the best coasters in the world. Alpenfury 100%

  • @repentdaily001
    @repentdaily001 Місяць тому

    Tiana's! NO!!!

  • @CorkscrewCoaster
    @CorkscrewCoaster Місяць тому

    My ticket was only 59$ when I went in 2024

  • @VelocityCoastersYT
    @VelocityCoastersYT Місяць тому

    I think that Expedition Everest would have been good on here as well.

    • @gridiron_coasters
      @gridiron_coasters Місяць тому

      @@VelocityCoastersYT I put it in the thrill coaster list, but it’s very borderline

  • @mitchellries256
    @mitchellries256 Місяць тому

    I wouldn't classify Verbolten at Busch Gardens Williamsburg as a family coaster because the launches are more powerful than they look, and the drop sequence can be extreme for the younger ones. To be honest, I'm not sure Backlot Stunt Coaster or Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motirbike Adventure could be classified as a family coaster either.

  • @lamarcorlis2081
    @lamarcorlis2081 Місяць тому

    I love Silver Bullet, it's placed perfectly in the park and you see the massive Cobra Roll as you enter Knott's, I also enjoy a front row ride because of the scenic views people give this ride crap because of the first drop but I actually really enjoy this ride and it's layout

  • @roadtripnerd2432
    @roadtripnerd2432 Місяць тому

    I hate how they have only a single flash pass reservation for X2 and not the other ones. I mean last year it was unlimited reserves now it's just one. Hope they change it back to unlimited in 2025

  • @AirtimeAxolotl
    @AirtimeAxolotl Місяць тому

    I don't think journey to Atlantis should be on the list because it is mostly a water ride

  • @skywalker1000
    @skywalker1000 Місяць тому

    Dude Kong forever traumatized me with ANY across the chest seatbelt LMAO it gave me such a headache right after

  • @Colonel_Kitty
    @Colonel_Kitty Місяць тому

    What about Ninja?

    • @gridiron_coasters
      @gridiron_coasters Місяць тому

      @@Colonel_Kitty Good question! I left it off because Ninja is a suspended coaster, not an inverted coaster. It does hang under the track, but by technicality, it’s a different coaster type

    • @seanlewis1148
      @seanlewis1148 Місяць тому

      Inverted, not suspended. Ninja doesn't have any inversions.

  • @a.m.bgarage.everydayprojec9665
    @a.m.bgarage.everydayprojec9665 Місяць тому

    WAZZUP, Connor. This is Noah, your classmate. Nice channel!

    • @gridiron_coasters
      @gridiron_coasters Місяць тому

      Hey brother, appreciate you! Thanks for stopping by!

    • @a.m.bgarage.everydayprojec9665
      @a.m.bgarage.everydayprojec9665 Місяць тому

      @@gridiron_coasters for sure. As a fellow UA-camr, I had to check out your content. Keep up the good work

  • @mitchellries256
    @mitchellries256 Місяць тому

    I don't know what my favorite themed thrill coaster it is. It used to be California Screamin', but that was before they changed it to The Incredicoaster. I did not enjoy it as much in its new form.

  • @namevone
    @namevone Місяць тому

    Agreed the Copperhead Strike story is confusing. It's not immediately obvious on the ride, but the Copperhead in the name comes from the snakes that chase you as you try to escape with the stolen moonshine.

  • @AirtimeAxolotl
    @AirtimeAxolotl Місяць тому

    Where is verbolten on the list?

    • @gridiron_coasters
      @gridiron_coasters Місяць тому

      That’ll be on the family coaster episode, in the next video! This is another one that’s bordering on being a family coaster vs a thrill coaster. It could have been in either video. Come to think of it, maybe featuring it may have been better

  • @IvorieJones-k8d
    @IvorieJones-k8d Місяць тому

    Flash is not open because the people who made the ride stop supporting it so it’s hard for them to find the pices

  • @kostontubehd3693
    @kostontubehd3693 Місяць тому

    I’d love to see Darien lake get some proper investment. The park has a lot of catching up to do in just upkeep alone. There’s multiple rides completely down this year. Operations are some of the slowest I’ve ever seen but the potential is there, I’m thankful I got to enjoy the park at its peak in the late 90’s when it was getting a major coaster year after year.

  • @williamWOOF1
    @williamWOOF1 Місяць тому

    Great take on AlpenFury. Wonderland is my home park and have been going since it 1st opened (yes I’m old, 56) in 1981. I can remember (like yesterday) waiting in line, so scared and excited to ride Dragon Fyre😂😂 although it’s so small compared to the newer coasters, I still love it. My favourite part is right after the initial drop, there’s a straight portion of track right before 1st loop, I love that straightaway. Thank you for the great video

  • @mitchellries256
    @mitchellries256 Місяць тому

    This, in my opinion, is an underrated mine train. Sure, it may not have any hard-core theming compared to others out there, but it's fast, smooth, and the placement on the hillside adds even more excitement to it.

  • @gringoinmexico3052
    @gringoinmexico3052 Місяць тому

    It’s got a cool layout. It’s a classic!

  • @Roch-kl5ge
    @Roch-kl5ge Місяць тому

    the best part of gold rusher is getting to look at all the other rides you couldve gone on instead of it

  • @Brandon-qd2lb
    @Brandon-qd2lb Місяць тому

    Oh god that wouldn’t end well… sea world needs to wake up and change like six flags is doing!

  • @marlocook
    @marlocook Місяць тому

    Hi

  • @gridiron_coasters
    @gridiron_coasters Місяць тому

    Footage Credits: Ride to Happiness: Coaster Thrills Red Force: East Coasters Renegade: Valleyfair Raptor (Gardaland):Theme Park Worldwide Raptor: (Cedar Point): ElToro Ryan Rajun Cajun: Airtime Thrills Roar O Saurus: Davidjellis

  • @edt-ze3ke
    @edt-ze3ke Місяць тому

    I find it intresting how SFOG adressed and stated the actual reason why they had to push back GA Surfer's opening year to 2025 during their Coaster Fest prestation, while SFGAdv didn't as they pushed back Flash's opening year to 2025 also.