Connecticut Roller Coasters and Amusement Parks
ACE Day Registrations Deadline Tonight
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See you in the queue,
*Rus*
*Rus Ozana*
New England Assistant Regional Representative
American Coaster Enthusiasts
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rozana@aceonline.org <dperry@aceonline.org>
p: 617-816-9943
*1,064 coasters ridden in 33 states and 20 countries*
Phobia Phear Coaster
- It is the newest steel “big boy” class coaster the park operates. It satisfies the desire for inversions and thrills that older patrons prefer.
Park | Lake Compounce | ||
Opened | 2016 | ||
Closed | |||
Designed by | Premier Rides | ||
Manufacturer | Premier Rides | ||
Type | Steel – Sky Rocket II | ||
Length, Drop, Speed | 863 ft Height: 150 ft Inversions: 1 Speed: 62 mph |
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Zoomerang
This Vekoma boomerang is pretty typical of all its brethren, but fills a void at the Lake. It is the only steel \”big boy\’ class coaster the park operates. It satisfies the desire for inversions and thrills that older patrons prefer.
Park | Lake Compounce |
Opened | 1997 |
Closed | |
Designed by | Vekoma |
Manufacturer | Vekoma |
Type | Steel – Boomerang |
Length, Drop, Speed | 935\’, 925\’, 47 mph |
Modifications | |
Other |
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Wildcat
The Wildcat is one of the oldest operating roller coasters in the country, that is still in its original location. It was built as the park\’s centerpiece, and to this day it still has a prominent presence. The core of the park has a distinct flow around it and it can be seen from just about everywhere. The ride is pretty typical of a Golden era coaster, in that it will rattle you around and still give you a thrill. Although the first drop is only 73 feet, it is deceptive because of its location on the hillside, giving you the illusion that it is higher than it really is. There is a huge difference in the ride depending on your seating location The back is a lot rougher, and you will probably want to hang on so you don\’t get bruised.
Park | Lake Compounce |
Opened | 1927 |
Closed | |
Designed by | Herbert Paul Schmeck |
Built by | Dinn Corp |
Type | Wood, Sit down |
Length, Drop, Speed | 2746\’, 73.7\’, 48 mph |
Modifications | |
Other | 1997-98 Retracked 2004 Final bunny hop retrack, seat dividers added 2007 Mag Brakes, queue gates, seatbelts |
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