Busch Gardens Williamsburg 2025

And another take: Drachen Fire was amazing back then. A little rough at times, but it was my favorite coaster for quite a while and was really bummed when it closed. Keep in mind B&M was a relative newcomer when DF was built, so Arrow loopers were the coveted coasters in all the big parks.

Touchdown:

and it was boring. Same for most Arrow multi loopers.

Orient Express was IMO the best Arrow Looper of all times. Yes, it was jerky, but it was a fun, unique ride. Specifically made for that terrain and park.

BGW is home to the greatest classic (Ron Toomer Era) Arrow Looper of all time, Dollywood is home to the greatest Arrow Looper period (assuming X doesn’t count.)

Give me Nessie’s multiple river drops and indoor helix any day over the Orient Express. I’ve also had the privilege of riding back in the day when it ran with three train ops and the trains went through the loops simultaneously with another train.

I tend to agree about Tennessee Tornado, I just wish they plussed the landscaping just a bit more… and it had some props or buildings to match the station theming… then it would be really great. Up there with Loch Ness in the arrow pantheon! ;)