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How Roller Coasters Work
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They don't have engines, brakes or accelerators. No, these amazing machines rely on physical, centripetal and gravitational forces to urge thrills, screams and that sinking stomach feeling we all love (and hate). Read more about the science of fun.
The Ultimate Roller Coaster Quiz
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Few thrills in life rival the sheer adrenaline rush of a roller coaster ride. If you're not getting on one now, make do with the ultimate roller-coaster quiz instead.
All Aboard for Our Roller Coaster Quiz!
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Take HowStuffWorks' amazing roller coaster quiz to find out what you know about the fastest and longest roller coasters.
The Ultimate World's Greatest Roller Coasters Quiz
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For thrill seekers a roller coaster may be the ultimate in fun. The designers of roller coasters are constantly pushing the thrill envelope. Take this quiz to learn more about the world's greatest roller coasters.
Euthanasia Coaster: A Roller Coaster Designed to Kill Riders
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In 2010, a Lithuanian artist conceptualized a roller coaster fast enough to kill people who wanted a novel way to die. The idea is resonating again.
The Tallest Roller Coaster in the World Stood for 19 Years
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There is no shortage of incredible roller coasters for thrill seekers and theme park enthusiasts to enjoy globally. Just as the "space race" encouraged countries to shoot for the stars, the "coaster wars" have pushed theme park engineers to test the boundaries of death-defying drops and ludicrous speeds.
Where should I sit to get the best ride on a roller coaster?
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You've waited in line, and now it's time to board the roller coaster for the thrill ride of your life. If you're lucky enough to get to pick your seat, which car should you choose for the best ride experience?
Can You Be Addicted to Endorphins?
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Roller coaster junkies rejoice: Riding these coasters could be a safe way to deal with your addiction to endorphins.
The Craziest Amusement Park Accidents That Resulted In Death
The love affair with amusement parks began in Coney Island, New York. In 1884, thousands of people flocked here to ride on La Marcus A. Thompson's Switchback Gravity Pleasure Railway. This Pleasure Railway offered the chance to speed along its 450-foot track at 6 mph. By 1927, the Coney Island Cyclone, which travelled at 60 [...] The post The Craziest Amusement Park Accidents That Resulted In Death appeared first on Goliath.
Who tests out amusement park rides?
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Want to be the first to try the hottest coasters and thrill rides? Learn who gets to test the latest amusement park rides at HowStuffWorks.