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Primera caída Fun Layout Arnés

Had the chance to ride X2 for the first time today and I was not disappointed. By far one of my favorite coasters ever. The only thing I have to say that’s less than positive is that the harnesses aren’t the most comfortable in the world, and there are a couple places with a shoulder rattle that make the experience a tad rough. Though, I was sitting on the inside seat so I don’t know if that makes a difference.

Tematización ¡Buena sorpresa! Situación Tiempo muerto

This is a decent family coaster, and actually packs more into it than you might expect. The backwards launch and navigation section is cool, but there are a few dead spots on the first half of the ride that do make for a pretty view, but a boring experience in terms of intensity. I would ride this again, but I wouldn’t wait more than 15 or 20 minutes.

Tematización Fun Suavidad

This is far and away the best family coaster I’ve ever ridden. It’s lengthy, which makes for a good value, and the layout is phenomenal as it weaves through and around Wildwood Grove. My favorite part is the down section behind the waterfall and under the rock work. It truly is beautifully executed from the queue to the exit. The ride is smooth as butter, and the trains are very cool with the jeep-looking design, equipped with working headlights and brake lights for when the sun goes down. I was impressed with the ride ops too, and maybe it’s because of the ride’s newness, but I rode it three times the day I went and every time I only waited half the posted wait time. That, and the operations in the loading area were lightning fast. I highly recommend this coaster to anyone, there’s something there for all to enjoy.

Inversiones Intensidad Suavidad

Probably the best coasters Knott’s has to offer, this ride is one of the smoothest and scenic in the park. It has a great location and the helix at the end is spectacular. Fun ride all around.

Airtimes Vibración Demasiado corto

This is one of the better coasters in the park (of the four), but it’s not great. I say airtimes because the first drop can be decent depending on where you sit, but the trains are too compact for anyone over 5’6” and the duration is just too short. Plus, the final 1/3 of the ride is pretty rough.

Situación Velocidad ¡Decepción! Tiempo muerto

This woodie lacks in so many areas, namely that the drops lack all intensity and have zero airtime. Bryce layout is pretty through the trees, but this is not a coaster that’s going to pack much of a punch

Comodidad Suavidad Demasiado corto Intensidad

This is a great family coaster/intro to thrills for youngsters. Not anything intense or notable, but super smooth and comfortable. Wish it was longer!

Airtimes Intensidad Vibración Demasiado corto Arnés

This ride is actually better than it looks. With only three of its kind in existence, Diamondback is not only unique, but the reverse half packs a serious punch, more than expected. There’s great intensity on the reverse launch and backwards loop, making this a fun credit to add to your lineup.

Fun Suavidad Demasiado corto

This ride was a nice surprise to me. It’s a little more family-oriented, but is still a good time for anyone. The turns are thrilling, first drop was nice and fun, and the speed is legit for a ride of this caliber. I only wish it were longer, as I felt it took twice as long to leave the station as the duration of the ride.

Tematización ¡Decepción! ¡Romper en pedazos! Layout

I may too hard on this ride, but it’s massively disappointing on every level. It’s hard to even classify this as a coaster, as there’s barely two little drops and the rest is a circular journey through a decently themed indoor set. The dark ride element does make this an enjoyable ride for the younger kids, which is why it deserves some credit.

Airtimes Primera caída Intensidad Demasiado corto

Wow. This ride is truly incredible. One of the best RMC’s I’ve ever ridden. The first launch is more intense than it looks, and the ride only gets better from there. The first drop over the mountain is awesome, the overbank turns are fantastic, and the airtime hills complete the experience. I’ve done a number of RMCs, and this one is up there. Two flaws with this ride come in the lack of inversions, and the duration. It’s just slightly too short and could use an extra 20-30 seconds in my opinion. But, the granddaddy of flaws is how unreliable it is. It seems to constantly break down and often closes early for the day entirely. I recommend bolting to this attraction at the beginning of the day so you can be sure to get on. Massively unreliable as some RMCs tend to be, but a fantastic experience if you get the opportunity.

Inversiones Situación Intensidad Demasiado corto Arnés

One of the best Arrow Loopers I’ve been on. It’s filled with great inversions and an intense ride throughout, that wouldn’t feel too rough if it wasn’t for the annoying harnesses. I’ve always had a problem with Arrow/Vekoma restraints, this one being no exception. It makes the ride more rough than it needs to be. That, and the fact that this ride is barely 60 seconds with the lift hill makes it shy of the extra star.

Airtimes Intensidad Ejectors Vibración

This is a great woodie. One of Dollywood’s best, similar to Apocalypse at Magic Mountain. It’s fast, filled with ejectors, and jackhammers you throughout the duration of the ride, which is its biggest downfall. But, being a woodie, it’s expected and easy to look past. Great ride.

Tematización Layout Hangtime Incomodidad

This ride pleasantly surprised me. My first trip to Dollywood, wasn’t sure what to expect with this one. The 90° incline hills and subsequent drops made this ride for me. The layout as it goes around the Timber section of the park was really cool, especially at night. The biggest problem I have with this ride is the sudden stops which are almost always rough.

Tematización Comodidad Layout Tiempo muerto

A Disney classic with slight differences than it’s counterparts. It’s not a bad ride, typical BTMRR. For some reason, I feel this version was even less thrilling than the California one, but maybe it’s in my head. I will say I like this station and load area more than I do in California.

Launch Vibración Demasiado corto Confiabilidad

This coaster is just fine. It’s a typical boomerang style launch coaster with minimal intensity and just one inversion. My biggest complaint is that it never seems to be open. I’ve been to Knotts a couple times, and it’s usually closed. I hear that it’s hit and miss with the operation. When it is running though, this thing is loud. Not much intensity and a boring track layout make this one of Knotts’ weaker coasters in the lineup.

Situación Sin interés Tiempo muerto

I like the area around this land, and the water compliments the coaster nicely. It’s a kiddie coaster in a kiddie land, but personally I think they could’ve done something more with this area. Roger Rabbit is right across the way and it’s a much more enjoyable ride than this. I get it that the aim is kids/family rides here, but this one just isn’t worth it.

Tematización Layout Tiempo muerto Intensidad

You know what you’re getting before you get on, it’s a kiddie coaster and it knows it. Virtually the same layout as Disneyland’s “Gadget’s Go Coaster”, but with the added element of the barn that makes this just a little bit more enjoyable.

Tematización Layout Incomodidad Tiempo muerto

As a Disney fan and California native, I was expecting more from WDW’s space mountain. It was one of the most underwhelming experiences I’ve had on a roller coaster. The trains are far worse than it’s California counterpart, and there’s virtually no leg room. There’s no intensity throughout the ride, and the lack of renovations this version has gotten compared to the Disneyland one is telling. New trains and a retracking would do this Disney classic some good.

Layout Torta Capacidad

Vekoma SLC’s are notoriously painful, and this is no exception. First time on this about killed my brain, but it has since gotten better and more smooth. The layout is standard for most SLC’s, and some parts are kind of intense. Ride ops aren’t great here, largely due to the fact that they usually only run one of the two trains. Theyve given this coaster a VR overlay in the past, and when they do it slows things down even more. SFDK doesn’t have that many coasters, so I understand if you want to ride it or just want another credit. But, it’s usually a skip for me on my visits.

Inversiones Arnés Vibración Tematización

In terms of B&M flourless coasters, this one’s not the best. It certainly has its problems, but it’s not a bad ride. I actually think it’s smoothed out quite a bit recently, to a point where I don’t really have an issue with it. The layout is pretty cool, and you’ll enjoy yourself for sure. I think the rattle on this thing is annoying, a huge con to be completely honest. Compared to Medusa at SFDK, this thing is deafening.

Lap Bar Launch Intensidad

Hard to say a bad thing about this coaster. The 0-82 launch in just seconds is wild, and the intensity through to the end of the drop is definitely present. I also like that on this ride, unlike others of its kind, you go around the hill a little bit and the ride doesn’t just end. It’s enjoyable, it’s fast, and it towers over the park and Buena Park. Great coaster all the way around.

Layout Duración Incomodidad Sin interés

This is one of the most average rides I’ve ever been on. It’s long, which is nice, but ultimately it doesn’t do much for me. There’s no intensity, no good drops, nothing. But, it offers some great views from above the park and a nicely themed attraction area for the most part. Ride ops are horrendous, and you might wait 30 minutes for a line that should take 10-15. It takes up such a big footprint I think they could really put a better ride here. It’s not disastrous, but it’s not great by any stretch.

¡Buena sorpresa! Layout Demasiado corto

The ride is actually pretty fun. It doesn’t look too enticing, but the spinning really adds to the coaster. Some of the bank turns and other elements are thrilling, and I think it does it’s job as a family coaster.

Situación ¡Decepción! Incomodidad

To say I was underwhelmed would be an understatement. This ride fits I the land, and it has a better layout than the traditional rides of its type. The worst part about this coaster is just how boring it is. To wait in line, and sit in cramped seats just for this ride is disappointing. Knotts is a great park with great attractions, but this is not one of them.

Intensidad Suavidad Tiempo muerto

This ride is just fine. It’s a 255 ft tall hyper coaster, so the views are pretty cool. The drop is just so lackluster, and the lack of inversions or real intense layout makes this one just a little boring. The best part of the ride is the helix at the end, which can make you blackout if you’re not expecting it.

Tematización Situación Layout Vibración Incomodidad

Same thing as the left side, only this side is a little bit less enjoyable for me. It’s slower, but a bit less rough for it which is nice. Ultimately, I do enjoy speed and intensity a little bit more, and on this ride I’m willing to take a rougher ride for some tighter turns and quicker descent. Because it’s rough no matter which side you sit on, this one doesn’t really do it for me as much.

Lap Bar Launch Hangtime Demasiado corto Capacidad

One of my favorites for sure, Full Throttle taps into every category of intensity that make the ride enjoyable. The launch is thrilling, the loop offers incredible hangtime that really live up to its accolades, and the mid course launch is a nice touch. The ride is just too short for me, and I think the wait times that are garnished for this thing make the ride less worth it. Ride ops are generally pretty decent, but when the line gets long it feels like forever because of the lack of cooling in the queue.

Duración Tiempo muerto

Probably one of the more classic coasters in the park, this ride goes out over the main entrance fountain and gives spectacular views in many areas. The loop is compact which adds a little intensity you wouldn’t expect from a ride like this. I wouldn’t say it’s great, but it has its charm. Boring to most enthusiasts, but something you should do once.

Situación Fun Capacidad Intensidad

An SFMM classic, this ride is definitely enjoyable. The only Arrow bucket style I’ve ever ridden, and probably my only. These type of rides are going extinct, and it’s not hard to see why. It’s a fun ride, but it doesn’t hit all the marks in terms of intensity or big drops. Lift hill at the end to get back to the station is kind of annoying too.