In a surprise discovery today, it looks as if Fun Spot Kissimmee’s Mine Blower wood coaster is about to undergo a large transformation. As first reported by CoasterDaveYT and later by Midway Mayhem, it appears that Rocky Mountain Construction (RMC)...
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Wildcat’s Revenge Topped Off and More Construction Photos
Hersheypark today shared exciting new photos and video of Wildcat’s Revenge construction, including the installation of the Rocky Mountain Construction (RMC) hybrid coaster’s arch-like lift hill pinnacle. Wildcat’s Revenge is Hersheypark’s 15th roller coaster and is a reimagining of the...
Continue reading...Rocky Mountain Construction & Larson International Announce Merger
Rocky Mountain Construction and Larson International have announced a merger, with the promise to create a “powerhouse in the amusement industry.” Effective immediately, RMC and Larson have partnered to form a single operating entity. The new organization will provide a...
Continue reading...Blasting Off: ArieForce One Opens at Fun Spot America Atlanta
ArieForce One is now open at Fun Spot America Atlanta. Yesterday, I had the chance to preview the ride before its grand debut, and I’m still processing everything this coaster packs into its layout. ArieForce One was formally announced in...
Continue reading...ArieForce One at Fun Spot America Atlanta to Open March 31
The highly anticipated ArieForce One at Fun Spot America Atlanta will make its grand debut when it opens on March 31, 2023. Fun Spot America Atlanta recently announced the March 31 date of the Rocky Mountain Construction (RMC) coaster, which...
Continue reading...10 Roller Coasters That Left Us Speechless
Some roller coasters are so intense, so incredible, so breathtaking, that when all is said and done and the train returns to the station — there are no words to describe what just happened. You’re stunned and speechless. A re-ride...
Continue reading...New Wildcat’s Revenge Construction Photos and On-Ride POV Animation
To tide fans over until Wildcat’s Revenge opens this summer, Hersheypark has shared an on-ride POV animation of its new-for-2o23 Rocky Mountain Construction (RMC) hybrid coaster as well as construction photos and the coaster’s custom-designed trains. Wildcat’s Revenge will be...
Continue reading...Hersheypark Announces Wildcat’s Revenge RMC Hybrid Coaster
Hersheypark unveiled plans today for Wildcat’s Revenge, a new-for-2023 Rocky Mountain Construction (RMC) hybrid conversion of its former Wildcat wooden coaster. Soon to be sporting steel track, the reimagined Great Coasters International (GCI) coaster will stand 140 feet tall, reach...
Continue reading...Iron Gwazi: Our Review and Reactions
In recent years, the roller coaster and theme park industry and community has had some difficult days, with countless construction delays, park closings and attendance issues. However, throughout these past months and years, there has been a shining light at...
Continue reading...Iron Gwazi Opening Date Announced
The wait is finally over. In just 49 days from today, one of our most anticipated roller coasters of the past three years is finally ready to take on riders. Busch Gardens Tampa has announced the Iron Gwazi opening date:...
Continue reading...Fun Spot Atlanta Announces “ArieForce One” RMC Roller Coaster
Today at the IAAPA Expo in Orlando Florida, Fun Spot Atlanta officially unveiled their new 2021 roller coaster, ArieForce One. This new iBox steel roller coaster, named after the chain’s owners, the Arie Family, will be built by world-renowned manufacturer...
Continue reading...This is How We Roll Review
Last month saw the worldwide debut of This is How We Roll, a documentary by Coaster Studios showing how Fred Grubb created and propelled roller coaster manufacturer Rocky Mountain Construction from nothing to being one of the best in the...
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