SANTA CLARA, Calif.,
June 11, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- The
wait is over for guests who are ready to ride the groundbreaking
new single rail steel coaster, RailBlazer, at California's Great America. Opening to the
public on Thursday, June 14, the
much-anticipated coaster is the first of its kind on the West
Coast, featuring a single rail track.
The design requires the rider to straddle the rail, creating an
extremely low center of gravity that amplifies every move and
enables more dynamic turns and rotations than have ever been
possible on a coaster. With an eight-passenger single file train
hugging the rail, riders will speed smoothly over the twisting
track as they experience an abundance of airtime and steeply banked
turns.
Features of the ride include:
- A maximum height of 106 feet
- A 90-degree, face-down first drop
- Over 1,800 feet of track
- A top speed of 52 miles per hour
- Three inversions, including a zero-gravity roll
"We know our guests can't wait to ride RailBlazer, a truly
revolutionary roller coaster concept," said Raul Rehnborg, vice president and general
manager, California's Great
America. "This intense and exhilarating attraction kicks off a
multi-year transformation of California's Great America, following the
City of Santa Clara's approval of
the park's new master plan. This world-class attraction will
be the first of many exciting and new developments guests will
experience in the years to come."
The design spirit of the ride is reflective of an off-road
adventure, with immersive sensory theming that embraces the great
outdoors of the Bay Area and Central Coast. Once on board, riders
will ascend a 45-degree climb, dive into a ravine and encounter
steeped embankments representing an extreme four-wheeling journey.
Imposing physical elements during the ride and queue line include a
natural waterway, rocky surroundings and a trailhead marquee sign
designed to mark the beginning of the journey.
Season Passholders will have early access to RailBlazer, with
the exclusive opportunity to ride all week whenever the park is
open, before the ride opens to the public on Thursday, June 14.
To learn more about RailBlazer, purchase Season
Passes or check operating hours, visit
www.cagreatamerica.com.
About California's Great
America and Cedar Fair Entertainment
Company
California's
Great America is a 100-acre theme and water park located in
Santa Clara, Calif. As
Northern California's premier amusement park, featuring thrill
rides, live entertainment, and the Boomerang Bay water park,
California's Great America is the
top destination for thrill-seekers and families alike. California's Great America is owned and
operated by Cedar Fair Entertainment Company (NYSE: FUN), a
publicly traded partnership and one of the largest regional
amusement-resort operators in the world. The Company owns and
operates 11 amusement parks, two outdoor water parks, one indoor
water park and four hotels. For more information,
see www.cedarfair.com.
www.cagreatamerica.com
Contact: Lorraine Woodcheke
669.213.5914
lorraine.woodcheke@cagreatamerica.com
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