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What model deserves more clones

Started by rattle_catcher on Jun 22, 2026 3:10 PM

Some clone models are popular for a reason. I would take more compact launch coasters honestly.

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helix.hunter replied on Jun 14, 2026 9:30 PM

If you only care about airtime you miss half the hobby. Setting, sound, pacing, all that matters.

SaraScreamsSometimes replied on Jun 15, 2026 2:42 PM

I like launch coasters but lift hills build suspense. A chain lift at sunset is unbeatable. Also sorry but that take is wild.

graysons_hot_take replied on Jun 16, 2026 7:54 AM

Maverick is better than a bunch of taller rides and I will argue that forever. I know folks wont like that but whatever.

AvaAtTheBack replied on Jun 17, 2026 1:06 AM

Quoting the last point: no, thats exactly the thoosie brain rot I mean. Recognizable coaster pics should show the signature element. Like dont upload a random support column and call it good.

woodieStan replied on Jun 17, 2026 6:18 PM

RMC is amazing but I dont want every wood coaster converted. Some parks need to preserve the weird old stuff.

cedarpointcamper replied on Jun 18, 2026 11:30 AM

I dont care about credit count as much anymore. I would rather reride the great stuff.

RidesWithRob replied on Jun 19, 2026 4:42 AM

Dive coasters are fun but the layouts after the drop need more love. Some of them just wander back to the brakes.

NotAnEngineerTom replied on Jun 19, 2026 9:54 PM

Weather changes everything. A hot evening ride can make a mid coaster suddenly feel cracked.

nightRideNerd replied on Jun 20, 2026 3:06 PM

The newer Vekoma stuff looks so clean. The old boomerang reputation is carrying way too much weight.

giga-or-bust replied on Jun 21, 2026 8:18 AM

Magnum has more personality than a lot of glass smooth rides. I said what I said.

QueueDadMike replied on Jun 22, 2026 1:30 AM

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

PiperPhotoPass replied on Jun 22, 2026 6:42 PM

The first half matters more to me. If the coaster crawls into the brake run, I still remember the good parts.

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