THE RIPCORD

(1996 - PRESENT)

RipCord

GENERAL INFORMATION

The basic principle for this ride is free flight. Were the passengers are hooked to two steel cables, which are attached to two twin flight towers. They are then pulled up 200 feet face down to the top of the lauch tower. When the passenger pulls the ripcord they free fall down 200 feet and back again in a pendulum motion. The heavier the flyer(s) the faster the ride, however this ride can reach an average speed of 80 mph.

OTHER FACTS

The RipCord was designed by Sky Fun 1 of Longmont Colorado. The first Skycoaster ride began running in 1994. At the time of completion at Worlds Of Fun, over 47 of Skycoaster rides had been added all over the globe. The Skycoaster has a perfect track record with an excess of over 1 million flights. Also, for the riders safety, all operators of the RipCord at Worlds Of Fun must have been trained and certified under supervision of Sky Fun 1, and the RipCord will be shut down in winds in excess of 30 mph or other threatening weather. There is still however costs for riding this ride. However, unlike popular myth it is not insurance, it is a fee payed as royaltys to the manufacturer for operation of the ride. Costs are listed below.

PRICES

• FOR THREE FLYERS: $14.95 per person
• FOR TWO FLYERS: $19.95 per person
• FOR ONE FLYER: $24.95 per person

• Location: Americana
• Rating: Aggressive
• Height Requirement: 48" RipCord

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