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   coaster

   /ˈkəʊstə/

   noun

   • 1. a small mat for a bottle or glass.
   • 2. a ship used to carry cargo along the coast from port to port.
   • 3. a person who lives on or comes from a specified coast: "a West coaster"
   • 4. short for roller coaster
   • 5. a toboggan. North American

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   What is a roller coaster & how does it work?

   • roller coaster, elevated railway with steep inclines and descents that carries a train of passengers through sharp curves and sudden changes of speed and direction for a brief thrill ride. Found mostly in amusement parks as a continuous loop, it is a popular leisure activity. On a traditional roller coaster, gravity powers much of the trip.

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   Where did roller coasters come from?

   • Among the predecessors of modern roller coasters were rides in Russia in the 15th century: sleds constructed of cut lumber and tree trunks sped down man-made ice-covered hills. The rides were more elaborate than simply sledding, reaching speeds of 50 miles (80 km) per hour and earning the nickname “flying mountains.”

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   When was the first roller coaster invented?

   • Making its debut in 1982, the Boomerang ride by the Dutch firm Vekoma, designed to run both forward and backward, became a frequent addition to amusement parks. One of the most popular roller coasters of the late 20th century was Magnum XL-200 at Cedar Point in Ohio, an out-and-back coaster designed by Toomer in 1989.

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   What is a rougarou roller coaster?

   • A steel roller coaster that previously opened as Mantis, which was the tallest, fastest, and longest stand-up roller coaster in the world when it opened. It was converted to a Floorless Coaster model and renamed Rougarou for the 2015 season, featuring new trains, new colors, and a new theme.

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3. www.britannica.com › topic › roller-coasterRoller coaster | Definition, History, & Facts | Britannica

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   Jun 20, 2024 · Roller coaster, elevated railway with steep inclines and descents that carries a train of passengers through sharp curves and sudden changes of speed and direction for a brief thrill ride. Found mostly in amusement parks as a continuous loop, it is a popular leisure activity.

4. www.britannica.com › topic › roller-coasterRoller coaster - Steel Coasters, Thrill Rides, Amusement Parks

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   Jun 20, 2024 · Roller coaster - Steel Coasters, Thrill Rides, Amusement Parks: Roller coasters experienced a downturn in the United States during the Great Depression of the 1930s. A shortage of disposable income meant that hundreds of coasters were torn down and very few were built.

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   5 days ago · Sculpt the theme park of your dreams and dive into the exciting world of combined water and coaster parks in Planet Coaster 2! Build incredible water rides, glistening swimming pools, towering rollercoasters and more as you ensure your guests get soaked in fun!

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   5 days ago · Eight years after the original game's launch, Frontier Developments is releasing Planet Coaster 2 - a much-anticipated sequel that aims to bring fans the kind of new features they've been...

7. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › amusement parkAmusement park Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   Jul 8, 2024 · The meaning of AMUSEMENT PARK is a commercially operated park having various devices for entertainment (such as a merry-go-round and roller coaster) and usually booths for the sale of food and drink.

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   1 day ago · A launched roller coaster that opened as the tallest and fastest roller coaster in the world, reaching a height of 420 feet (130 m) and a maximum speed of 120 mph (190 km/h). Originally built by Intamin in 2003 and later renovated by Zamperla for the 2024 season.

9. rcdb.comRoller Coaster DataBase

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   4 days ago · Looking for statistics on the fastest, tallest or longest roller coasters? Find it all and much more with the interactive Roller Coaster Database.