Maverick, it may be small, but it is truly an amazing ride. Despite its small stature at a maximum of 100 feet, it packs a punch. Maverick is a revolutionary new breed of coaster from Intamin AG, called the Blitz coaster. Maverick is the only blitz coaster on earth to this date. It features many new elements, such as an LSM powered initial ascent and a new inversion known as the "Twisted Horseshoe Roll" (pictured below, right), consisting of two tight corkscrews connected by a banked turn. This revolutionary ride features an astonishing 95 degree initial drop, and a 40 foot long mid-course launch tunnel which accelerates the trains to nearly 70 mph. This western-themed, low-down wild ride truly has a wow factor in a realm o
f its own.Facts:
Max Height: 100 feet
Max Speed: 70 mph
Drop Angle: 95 degrees
Inversions: 2
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This ride was supposed to feature a heartline roll after the mid-course launch, but it was removed before opening as it was thought that it would cause neck injuries.
i would love to ride those coasters...!! man
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