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Launch coasters over lift hills?

Started by loopingLouie on Jun 19, 2026 5:10 PM

I love a good lift hill but launches get the energy up quick. Which one do you all prefer?

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QueueDadMike replied on Jun 14, 2026 2:20 PM

Idk man, the rattle was not charming when I rode it. My shoulders were cooked after.

PiperPhotoPass replied on Jun 15, 2026 7:32 AM

The first half matters more to me. If the coaster crawls into the brake run, I still remember the good parts. I know folks wont like that but whatever.

OhioAirtime replied on Jun 16, 2026 12:44 AM

I used to think this was a bad take, then I got a night ride and yeah okay I get it now.

LaunchModeLeah replied on Jun 16, 2026 5:56 PM

S&S free spins are lottery rides. Sometimes hilarious, sometimes just awkward bouncing.

notthatrough replied on Jun 17, 2026 11:08 AM

I think enthusiasts overuse the word forceless. Not every coaster is trying to be a blackout machine.

TheTrimBrakeGuy replied on Jun 18, 2026 4:20 AM

Mack rides feel expensive in the best way. Like the trains, profiling, audio, all of it feels finished.

SpaghettiBowlFan replied on Jun 18, 2026 9:32 PM

The pacing is good but I dont love when every element is trying to be ejector. Sometimes its too much. Also sorry but that take is wild.

FinalBrakeClub replied on Jun 19, 2026 2:44 PM

Gerstlauer can make wild layouts but yeah those restraints can turn a fun ride into a boxing match.

EliEjectorSeat replied on Jun 20, 2026 7:56 AM

This is where I get annoyed with rankings. Everybody acts like there is one correct answer and there just isnt.

MinaOnTheMidway replied on Jun 21, 2026 1:08 AM

GateKeeper gets too much hate. Its graceful and the keyholes are still cool even if thoosies pretend they arent.

coasterdad73 replied on Jun 21, 2026 6:20 PM

I kinda agree but your underrating the first drop. A good drop can carry a whole ride for me.

B&M_Brandon replied on Jun 22, 2026 11:32 AM

I dont buy fast lane unless the park is already expensive enough that missing rides would ruin the trip.

TessaTalksTracks replied on Jun 23, 2026 4:44 AM

Capacity should count in rankings a little. A great ride that moves the line is a better park ride.

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