You go upside down how many times

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You go upside down how many times?!? The Corkscrew roller coaster was the first scream machine to span a midway and the world's first triple-looping coaster. After a ride on the twisted track of Corkscrew, riders get off wondering which way is up! Built during America's Bicentennial year of 1976, this proud ride showcases its red, white and blue colors as it glides over spectators standing in awe and amazement on the midway below. In 24 years, more than 46.8 million guests have gone head-over-heels on Corkscrew.

VIDEOS

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HEIGHT REQUIREMENT

48" tall or taller

PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS

Track Length:

2,050 feet

Over-all Dimensions:

200 feet wide, 1,000 feet long, on 5 acres

Lift Height:

85 feet

First Hill Speed:

48 mph

Eye of Corkscrew:

38 mph

DESIGN
Model:	Corkscrew roller coaster with two helical curves and a 360-degree loop
Structure:	Steel tubular track and support beams
Track Construction:	Two 5-inch diameter pipe rails on 48-inch centers, supported horizontally by 14-inch diameter pipe
Features:	When it was constructed in 1976, the Corkscrew was the first ride with a 360-degree vertical loop and two helical curves Shoulder restraints hold riders securely and comfortably Non-riders can walk directly underneath the ride as its track spans the midway
Time:	Approximately 2 minutes
Coaches:	Three trains with nylon wheels Six four-passenger coaches on each train
Ride Capacity:	Approximately 1,800 riders per hour
MANUFACTURING
Investment:	$1.75 million
Ride Manufacturer:	Arrow Dynamics Inc., Clearfield, Utah