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In May 2004, Halfpipe becomes the newest addition to the collection of coasters and rides at Six Flags Elitch Gardens. Guests can spin countless 360s on a gigantic snowboard on their way to the rim of a 10-story tall halfpipe.
Read the press release from Six Flags Elitch Gardens.
As a big fan of impulses, I think this ride looks like a lot of fun! I’m still having trouble understanding where this thing will be built, though...Kind of behind Boomerang?
RaptorPilot-The first Intamin Halfpipe is in Finland.
http://www.rcdb.com/installationdetail1826.htm
Half-Pipes cars appear to ride on a single "skateboard/snowboard" that "flexes" instead of two distinct cars. Also the seating is arranged in an outward facing position instead of rows of seats. Finally, your legs dangle, albeit slightly in this version.
I was looking at the pics on roller coaster database and was wondering if this ride will have a maximum height limit as it looks like the taller you are, the closer your feet are to the platform...unless something moves up or down during loading that could hurt.
Back on topic though, I'd hate to be the one to start a is this a coaster debate, but when I look at the finished one in Finland, it looks like a flat ride. I am also very concerned about the capacity on a ride like this. Even a boomerang seats 28 people per ride. It does look like it could be a fun little addition. Too bad I don't have any plans to ever go to Denver.
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