Wednesday, January 6, 2010

Six Flags Magic Mountain's 17th coaster on the way!

Six Flags Magic Mountain (in Valencia, CA) is adding its 17th coaster to the queue this year. The coaster is announced to be a "family" style coaster, and will open up in early summer. It will be titled Mr Six's Dance Coaster, named after Six Flags mascot, Mr Six. It will be located in the back of the park near last years addition, Terminator Salvation. With the addition of this coaster, Magic Mountain will be tied once again with Cedar Point (in Sandusky, OH), for "roller coaster capital of the world." Although it is not official, the coaster is rumored to be a refurbished ride from Six Flags New Orleans. The once Road Runner Express was shut down in 2005 after Hurricane Katrina caused damage to the park. It was then refurbished by an independent company, and is now relocated to Magic Mountain. The ride is 28 feet tall, and reaches a maximum speed of 21mph. This probably won't attract many coaster enthusiasts, but it's more-so intended to be a family-friendly addition to the park.

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