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iSpeed
Mirabilandia unleashes launch coaster
Promising the “adrenaline of Formula One,” Mirabilandia launched its new and reaches a top speed of 120km/h. The
iSpeed rollercoaster on June 20 with the appearance of motorcycle ride’s signature hump is 55-metres high.
champion Mark Simoncelli. The accompanying G-forces are,
The LSM launch coaster, by Intamin, goes from 0-100km/h in 2.2 seconds, according to the park, equivalent to that
provided by a Mig jet at takeoff.
The new project represents an
investment of Euro.18615 million by the park’s
owner, Parques Reunidos, which has invested Euro.18627
million over the last two years. Italy’s second-busiest amusement park,
Mirabilandia is located near the town of Ravenna.
Santa Cruz swings
Sea Swings has lifted off at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Santa Cruz,
California. From Bertazzon 3B, the classic-looking ride replaces the park's old
Typhoon.
Evoking the dreamy nostalgia of a classic amusement park it comes with
custom-designed and hand-painted scenes from the Boardwalk's storied past.
As guests swing out over the beach with feet dangling, the Monterey Bay
glistens as far as the eye can see.
16 JULY 2009
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