Model of the Minute
Family Boomerang
Vekoma
Family Boomerang
A family-friendly shuttle model with a backward spike, gentle pacing, and a compact site plan.
ManufacturerVekoma
Debuted2011
TypeFamily shuttle coaster
Typical height60-80 ft
Typical speed35-45 mph
Family Boomerangs give parks a marketable backward and forward ride without high thrill barriers. The model is commonly themed and suited for younger riders progressing toward larger coasters.
Recognizable coasterBen 10 Ultimate Mission
Ben 10 Ultimate Mission at Drayton Manor helped establish the Family Boomerang as a gentler shuttle coaster, using a forward and backward ride path, accessible speeds, and easy theming for younger thrill seekers.