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Cedar Point is still one of our favorite amusement parks anywhere — and its coaster lineup is almost impossible to beat. But after our latest trip to HalloWeekends, we walked away with the same question we’ve had a lot lately: why can a park this incredible also be so frustrating?In this episode, we break down the highs and lows of our most recent Cedar Point trip — from the elite coaster lineup and improved operations to ride closures, inconsistent communication, declining food quality, and some of the guest-experience issues that still need work.We also talk about what makes Cedar Point so special in the first place: the location, the resort atmosphere, camping at Lighthouse Point, and why — despite the frustrations — we always leave wanting to come back.What do you think Cedar Point gets right in 2026 — and what still needs to improve for 2027?#CedarPoint #SixFlags #rollercoaster #coasters #ThemeparksALL OF OUR RECOMMENDED GEAR:-Keep your phone CHARGED all day at the park (you'll NEED this for the digital Fast Lane) -- Anker Portable Charger: https://amzn.to/4bQKem9-Our GO-TO camera at parks that takes photo and video — Canon C50: https://amzn.to/4729svd-The cameras we use to film in-studio — Canon C70: https://amzn.to/4dsPYnn-The mics we use in-studio — Shure SM7db: https://amzn.to/470Bszq-Our on the road mics at parks — DJI Mics: https://amzn.to/4uPb7P4-The lens we use to get CLOSE UP of coasters — Canon RF 70-200: https://amzn.to/4uPb7P4-The BEST all-around lens to use at parks — Canon RF 24-70: https://amzn.to/3Pdkess-The ND Filter I use to make sure I get the crispy coaster shots — Peter McKinnon VND 2-5: https://amzn.to/4bMZtwl-Backpack that makes visiting parks easier — Nomatic McKinnon Camera Pack: https://amzn.to/3Pgr4NN-The Drone we use (not at parks lol) — Mavic Air 2: https://amzn.to/40CylKhAs an Amazon Associate, we do earn from qualifying purchases in the links above at no extra cost to you. We just appreciate any help that allows us to continue ranting about the thing we love most, Rollercoasters.🚨 Don’t forget to LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for more coaster news, theme park updates, and honest reactions from Rollercoaster Rants!

This week has been a difficult one for the roller coaster community. Following the tragic incident on Goliath at Six Flags Over Georgia, we wanted to sit down and process what happened, talk through our own reactions, and discuss the questions this situation has raised around coaster safety and the industry as a whole. We also talk about our own experience riding Goliath earlier this summer, the temporary closures of similar B&M coasters across Six Flags parks, and why we believe it’s important to wait for official findings before drawing conclusions about exactly what caused the incident. Goliath Reaction Our thoughts remain with everyone affected by this tragedy. If you’d like to join the conversation, we’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments. #SixFlags #Goliath #RollerCoasterRants #RollerCoaster #ThemeParks

October means cooler nights, longer park hours, and some of the best coaster rides of the entire season. 🎢🌙 In this episode, we combine Kings Island and Cedar Point into one Top 10 list and rank the best night rides between the two parks. From pitch-black wooded sections and foggy fall atmosphere to insane speed and incredible views, these coasters completely change once the sun goes down. We’re talking rides like Mystic Timbers, Millennium Force, Steel Vengeance, Maverick, The Beast, and more as we debate which ones actually get the biggest upgrade at night.  What’s your favorite night ride at Kings Island or Cedar Point? Drop your ranking in the comments! 👇 🎢 Subscribe for more coaster rankings, park discussions, POVs, trip reports, and theme park content from RollerCoaster Rants. We ride. We rant. We rank. #KingsIsland #CedarPoint #RollerCoaster #NightRides #RollerCoasterRants

Six Flags Over Georgia surprised us in a big way this summer. 🎢 In this episode, we’re ranking all 12 roller coasters at Six Flags Over Georgia from the bottom of the lineup all the way to our #1. From classic rides like Great American Scream Machine and Riddler Mindbender to Georgia Scorcher, Superman: Ultimate Flight, Batman: The Ride, Twisted Cyclone, Goliath and more, this park has a much deeper coaster lineup than it sometimes gets credit for. There are some great clones, some unique older rides, an RMC, and one B&M hyper that gave us plenty to talk about. How would YOU rank the Six Flags Over Georgia coaster lineup? Let us know your #1 in the comments! 👇🎢 Subscribe for more coaster rankings, park reviews, POVs, road trips, and theme park discussions from RollerCoaster Rants. We ride. We rant. We rank.#SixFlagsOverGeorgia #RollerCoaster #Goliath #TwistedCyclone #RollerCoasterRantsALL OF OUR RECOMMENDED GEAR:-Keep your phone CHARGED all day at the park (you'll NEED this for the digital Fast Lane) -- Anker Portable Charger: https://amzn.to/4bQKem9-Our GO-TO camera at parks that takes photo and video — Canon C50: https://amzn.to/4729svd-The cameras we use to film in-studio — Canon C70: https://amzn.to/4dsPYnn-The mics we use in-studio — Shure SM7db: https://amzn.to/470Bszq-Our on the road mics at parks — DJI Mics: https://amzn.to/4uPb7P4-The lens we use to get CLOSE UP of coasters — Canon RF 70-200: https://amzn.to/4uPb7P4-The BEST all-around lens to use at parks — Canon RF 24-70: https://amzn.to/3Pdkess-The ND Filter I use to make sure I get the crispy coaster shots — Peter McKinnon VND 2-5: https://amzn.to/4bMZtwl-Backpack that makes visiting parks easier — Nomatic McKinnon Camera Pack: https://amzn.to/3Pgr4NN-The Drone we use (not at parks lol) — Mavic Air 2: https://amzn.to/40CylKhAs an Amazon Associate, we do earn from qualifying purchases in the links above at no extra cost to you. We just appreciate any help that allows us to continue ranting about the thing we love most, Rollercoasters.🚨 Don’t forget to LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for more coaster news, theme park updates, and honest reactions from Rollercoaster Rants!

ArieForce One has officially been sold — but where should it go next? 🎢 In this episode, we break down our Top 5 destinations for ArieForce One and discuss which parks make the most sense based on their current coaster lineups, what each park needs, and where this RMC could make the biggest impact. Some destinations feel like obvious fits. Others might be a little more controversial. Where do YOU think ArieForce One should end up? Drop your top choice in the comments! 👇 🎢 Subscribe for more coaster rankings, park discussions, news, POVs, and theme park content from RollerCoaster Rants. We ride. We rant. We rank. #ArieForceOne #RollerCoaster #SixFlags #RMC #ThemeParks #RollerCoasterRants

Ohio is home to two of the biggest coaster destinations in the country — so what happens when we put their best rides head-to-head?In this episode of Coaster Wars, Ryan and Marcus rank the top roller coasters from Cedar Point and Kings Island to see which rides come out on top.We’re talking everything from massive gigas and hypers to launches, wooden coasters, inversions, airtime machines, and some of the most iconic rides in the state.Which coaster takes the #1 spot? And where do your favorites land?Let us know your Ohio coaster ranking in the comments! 👇🎢 Subscribe for more coaster rankings, park debates, POVs, trip reports, and theme park discussions from RollerCoaster Rants.#CedarPoint #KingsIsland #RollerCoasters #Ohio #CoasterWars #RollerCoasterRantsALL OF OUR RECOMMENDED GEAR:-Keep your phone CHARGED all day at the park (you'll NEED this for the digital Fast Lane) -- Anker Portable Charger: https://amzn.to/4bQKem9-Our GO-TO camera at parks that takes photo and video — Canon C50: https://amzn.to/4729svd-The cameras we use to film in-studio — Canon C70: https://amzn.to/4dsPYnn-The mics we use in-studio — Shure SM7db: https://amzn.to/470Bszq-Our on the road mics at parks — DJI Mics: https://amzn.to/4uPb7P4-The lens we use to get CLOSE UP of coasters — Canon RF 70-200: https://amzn.to/4uPb7P4-The BEST all-around lens to use at parks — Canon RF 24-70: https://amzn.to/3Pdkess-The ND Filter I use to make sure I get the crispy coaster shots — Peter McKinnon VND 2-5: https://amzn.to/4bMZtwl-Backpack that makes visiting parks easier — Nomatic McKinnon Camera Pack: https://amzn.to/3Pgr4NN-The Drone we use (not at parks lol) — Mavic Air 2: https://amzn.to/40CylKhAs an Amazon Associate, we do earn from qualifying purchases in the links above at no extra cost to you. We just appreciate any help that allows us to continue ranting about the thing we love most, Rollercoasters.🚨 Don’t forget to LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for more coaster news, theme park updates, and honest reactions from Rollercoaster Rants!

Ryan and Marcus finally sit down to rank all 6 parks from our coaster road trip — from worst to best. After visiting each park, riding the major coasters, experiencing the food, atmosphere, operations, and overall guest experience, it was time to put everything together and decide which parks impressed us the most. Some rankings were easy. Others were a lot closer than we expected. In this episode, we break down: What each park did really wellWhere each park fell shortWhich coaster lineups stood outThe biggest surprises of the tripAnd ultimately, which park earned our #1 spotDo you agree with our ranking? Which of these parks would YOU put at the top? Let us know in the comments! 🎢 Subscribe for more coaster rankings, park recaps, POVs, road trips, and honest theme park discussions from RollerCoaster Rants. #RollerCoasterRants #RollerCoaster #ThemeParks #CoasterRoadTrip #ParkRanking

We begin this episode of Around the Track on a much more somber note as we remember Dolly Parton, who passed away at the age of 80. Dolly’s impact extends far beyond music, and for theme park fans, her connection to Dollywood and the experiences built in the Smoky Mountains have made her an incredibly important figure in this industry. From there, Marcus and Ryan move around the track to discuss some of the biggest stories and developments happening throughout the theme park world. This week we’re talking: 🎢 NightFlight Expedition🏢 Six Flags moving its headquarters⛏️ Silver Dollar City’s Family Mine Train🫎 Lost Island’s Wild Moose🏰 The latest Disney news🏔️ Expedition Everest and the Yeti🚪 Monsters, Inc.🐉 The rumored Maleficent roller coaster💬 Plus viewer questions to close out the show! Join us for another open-ended conversation as we go Around the Track. Which story stood out to you this week? Let us know in the comments! 🎢 Subscribe for more roller coaster discussions, park news, rankings, POVs, trip reports, and honest theme park conversations from RollerCoaster Rants. #DollyParton #ThemeParkNews #DisneyParks #SixFlags #AroundTheTrack #RollerCoasterRants

Holiday World has one of the most unique coaster lineups around — especially when you include what’s waiting across the park at Splashin’ Safari.In this episode of RollerCoaster Rants, Ryan and Marcus rank EVERY coaster at Holiday World, from worst to best. And this time, we’re not stopping with the traditional roller coasters — we’re also throwing all THREE Splashin’ Safari water coasters into the ranking!Which rides land near the top? Which ones are farther down our lists? And can one of the water coasters actually compete with Holiday World’s traditional coaster lineup?Watch along and let us know your ranking in the comments! 👇🎢 Subscribe for more coaster rankings, park discussions, POVs, trip recaps, and honest theme park conversations from RollerCoaster Rants.#HolidayWorld #SplashinSafari #RollerCoasters #WaterCoasters #RollerCoasterRants

Six Flags has made some BIG changes to its season passes and add-ons for 2027 — so which pass is actually the best fit for you?In this episode of RollerCoaster Rants, Marcus breaks down the new **2027 Six Flags season pass lineup**, using Kings Island pricing as the example while covering changes that impact passholders throughout the Six Flags chain.We’re talking:🎟️ Gold Pass vs. Prestige Pass🌎 New regional park access and the loss of the All-Park Passport option🍔 The completely redesigned 2027 dining plans⚡ Major All-Season Fast Lane changes🥤 Drink plans, FunPix and other add-ons💰 How the total 2027 cost compares to what we paid in 2026🤔 And ultimately, which options might actually be worth your moneyThere are definitely some changes we like — and a few we have some serious issues with.Which 2027 Six Flags pass are you buying? And what add-ons are you planning to get? Let us know in the comments!🍦 **Today’s video is sponsored by our friends at Cold Stone Creamery in Crestview Hills Town Center!** If you’re heading toward Kings Island for your next coaster trip, make some time to swing by and grab some ice cream — and let them know RollerCoaster Rants sent you!*Pricing discussed in this video reflects the advertised pricing available at the time of recording and may change after the current promotional period.*🎢 Subscribe for more roller coaster discussions, park reviews, rankings, POVs and theme park news from RollerCoaster Rants!#SixFlags #KingsIsland #SeasonPass #RollerCoasters #ThemeParks #RollerCoasterRants

Holiday World continues to be one of the most memorable parks we visit—even when the day doesn’t go entirely according to plan.In this episode of RollerCoaster Rants, we recap our full July trip to Holiday World and Splashin’ Safari. We discuss our rides on the park’s coaster lineup, our time in the water park, the weather that ruined our night-ride plans, and why the overall experience still left us impressed.We also look ahead at what could be next for Holiday World and share some ideas for the park’s future.Have you visited Holiday World recently? What keeps you coming back, and what would you like to see the park add next? Let us know in the comments!🎢 Subscribe for more roller coaster discussions, park recaps, rankings, POVs, and road-trip coverage from RollerCoaster Rants.We ride. We rant. We rank.#HolidayWorld #SplashinSafari #RollerCoasters #ThemeParks #RollerCoasterRants

Holiday World has officially announced CANNONBALL!, the park's brand-new water coaster coming in 2027. But the bigger question is... is it the right fit for Holiday World?In this episode of RollerCoaster Rants, we're taking a closer look at CANNONBALL!'s layout, statistics, theming, and what it could mean for the future of Holiday World. We discuss what excites us most about the attraction, where we still have questions, and whether CANNONBALL! is the right addition for one of our favorite family-owned theme parks.Do you think Holiday World made the right decision? We'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments!🎢 Subscribe for more roller coaster rankings, park discussions, trip reports, POVs, and honest theme park conversations.#HolidayWorld #CANNONBALL #RollerCoaster #ThemePark

Cedar Point is known for having one of the fastest roller coaster lineups in the world — but which coasters are actually the fastest?In this video, we’re counting down the Top 10 fastest roller coasters at Cedar Point based on published top speed. From classics like Magnum XL-200 and Gemini, to modern favorites like Maverick, Steel Vengeance, Millennium Force, and Top Thrill 2, this list shows how Cedar Point’s lineup stacks up purely by speed.This isn’t our personal ranking of the best coasters at Cedar Point — this one is all about the numbers.Which Cedar Point coaster FEELS the fastest to you? Drop your answer in the comments!Subscribe to RollerCoaster Rants for more coaster rankings, park discussions, POVs, and theme park breakdowns.#cedarpoint #rollercoaster #topthrill2 #millenniumforce #coastersALL OF OUR RECOMMENDED GEAR:-Keep your phone CHARGED all day at the park (you'll NEED this for the digital Fast Lane) -- Anker Portable Charger: https://amzn.to/4bQKem9-Our GO-TO camera at parks that takes photo and video — Canon C50: https://amzn.to/4729svd-The cameras we use to film in-studio — Canon C70: https://amzn.to/4dsPYnn-The mics we use in-studio — Shure SM7db: https://amzn.to/470Bszq-Our on the road mics at parks — DJI Mics: https://amzn.to/4uPb7P4-The lens we use to get CLOSE UP of coasters — Canon RF 70-200: https://amzn.to/4uPb7P4-The BEST all-around lens to use at parks — Canon RF 24-70: https://amzn.to/3Pdkess-The ND Filter I use to make sure I get the crispy coaster shots — Peter McKinnon VND 2-5: https://amzn.to/4bMZtwl-Backpack that makes visiting parks easier — Nomatic McKinnon Camera Pack: https://amzn.to/3Pgr4NN-The Drone we use (not at parks lol) — Mavic Air 2: https://amzn.to/40CylKhAs an Amazon Associate, we do earn from qualifying purchases in the links above at no extra cost to you. We just appreciate any help that allows us to continue ranting about the thing we love most, Rollercoasters.🚨 Don’t forget to LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for more coaster news, theme park updates, and honest reactions from Rollercoaster Rants!

Welcome to the very first episode of Coaster Wars! ⚔️In this new RollerCoaster Rants series, we’re traveling state by state to rank the best roller coasters and theme parks across the country. We kick things off in Florida, home to some of the world’s most iconic coasters.From Iron Gwazi and VelociCoaster to Mako, Manta, and more, we debate our Top 10 roller coasters in the Sunshine State before revealing our Top 5 Florida theme parks.Did we get it right, or did we completely miss the mark?👇 Let us know:🎢 What’s your #1 roller coaster in Florida?🏆 Which Florida park deserves the top spot?📍 What state should we rank next?If you enjoy coaster rankings, reviews, and theme park discussions, be sure to subscribe and join the conversation!#RollerCoasterRants #RollerCoasters #Florida #UniversalOrlando #BuschGardensTampa #SeaWorldOrlando #CoasterWarsALL OF OUR RECOMMENDED GEAR:-Keep your phone CHARGED all day at the park (you'll NEED this for the digital Fast Lane) -- Anker Portable Charger: https://amzn.to/4bQKem9-Our GO-TO camera at parks that takes photo and video — Canon C50: https://amzn.to/4729svd-The cameras we use to film in-studio — Canon C70: https://amzn.to/4dsPYnn-The mics we use in-studio — Shure SM7db: https://amzn.to/470Bszq-Our on the road mics at parks — DJI Mics: https://amzn.to/4uPb7P4-The lens we use to get CLOSE UP of coasters — Canon RF 70-200: https://amzn.to/4uPb7P4-The BEST all-around lens to use at parks — Canon RF 24-70: https://amzn.to/3Pdkess-The ND Filter I use to make sure I get the crispy coaster shots — Peter McKinnon VND 2-5: https://amzn.to/4bMZtwl-Backpack that makes visiting parks easier — Nomatic McKinnon Camera Pack: https://amzn.to/3Pgr4NN-The Drone we use (not at parks lol) — Mavic Air 2: https://amzn.to/40CylKhAs an Amazon Associate, we do earn from qualifying purchases in the links above at no extra cost to you. We just appreciate any help that allows us to continue ranting about the thing we love most, Rollercoasters.🚨 Don’t forget to LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for more coaster news, theme park updates, and honest reactions from Rollercoaster Rants!

Two years into Herschend Family Entertainment's investment in Kentucky Kingdom, we wanted to see for ourselves: Has the park actually improved?On this episode of RollerCoaster Rants, we break down our latest visit to Kentucky Kingdom after nearly $25 million in announced investments. From the disappointing closure of the park's newest roller coaster to frustrating one-train operations and a lack of communication with guests, we discuss what impressed us, what still needs work, and whether Herschend is moving the park in the right direction.We also share our thoughts on:🎢 The closure of Kentucky Kingdom's newest coaster📢 The park's communication (or lack thereof) with guests⏱️ One-train operations and overall guest experience😊 The atmosphere and park associates💰 Whether Herschend should continue investing in Kentucky Kingdom🤔 Could Kentucky Kingdom eventually be sold again?What do YOU think? Has Herschend done enough to turn Kentucky Kingdom around, or does the park still have a long way to go? Let us know in the comments!👍 If you enjoyed the video, don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell so you never miss a new episode of RollerCoaster Rants!#KentuckyKingdom #Herschend #RollerCoasters #ThemeParks #RollerCoasterRantsALL OF OUR RECOMMENDED GEAR:-Keep your phone CHARGED all day at the park (you'll NEED this for the digital Fast Lane) -- Anker Portable Charger: https://amzn.to/4bQKem9-Our GO-TO camera at parks that takes photo and video — Canon C50: https://amzn.to/4729svd-The cameras we use to film in-studio — Canon C70: https://amzn.to/4dsPYnn-The mics we use in-studio — Shure SM7db: https://amzn.to/470Bszq-Our on the road mics at parks — DJI Mics: https://amzn.to/4uPb7P4-The lens we use to get CLOSE UP of coasters — Canon RF 70-200: https://amzn.to/4uPb7P4-The BEST all-around lens to use at parks — Canon RF 24-70: https://amzn.to/3Pdkess-The ND Filter I use to make sure I get the crispy coaster shots — Peter McKinnon VND 2-5: https://amzn.to/4bMZtwl-Backpack that makes visiting parks easier — Nomatic McKinnon Camera Pack: https://amzn.to/3Pgr4NN-The Drone we use (not at parks lol) — Mavic Air 2: https://amzn.to/40CylKhAs an Amazon Associate, we do earn from qualifying purchases in the links above at no extra cost to you. We just appreciate any help that allows us to continue ranting about the thing we love most, Rollercoasters.🚨 Don’t forget to LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for more coaster news, theme park updates, and honest reactions from Rollercoaster Rants!MusicBed SYNC ID: MB01S52E00FEMHS