xmichellex Posted August 30, 2010 Share Posted August 30, 2010 I definitely agree with the Giant Dipper at the SCBB, the beginning of Son of Beast, & Nitro at Great Adventure. And, kind of random, I really like how Wildcat at Hershey starts off. The turn into the small hills heading straight toward the lift really stood out to me for some reason when I first went on it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coaster-crazy Posted August 30, 2010 Share Posted August 30, 2010 The Giant Dipper at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk for sure. Gotta love the tunnel, especially at night! ~Nicholas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rcdude Posted August 30, 2010 Share Posted August 30, 2010 For steel coasters, I would say Dollywood's Mystery Mine. The pre-lift is similar to a dark ride with good theming, but is also a decent coaster bit with a couple good drops. The drop right out of the station really surprised me the first time I rode. For wood coasters, I doubt I will ever find one that beats the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk's Giant Dipper. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
triggernel Posted August 30, 2010 Share Posted August 30, 2010 ^ Best be booking a trip to the Wisconsin Dells then pretty soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
themeparkman25 Posted August 30, 2010 Share Posted August 30, 2010 Saw: The Ride. Hands down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zingoman Posted August 31, 2010 Share Posted August 31, 2010 haha. I didn't scan the entire thread but I think I'm the first to mention ThuNderaTion at Silver Dollar City. Yes, it's 90 percent of the ride, but the ride does continue after the lift. As far as helices go, that ride has one of the best as well. And a great drop out of the tunnel following. Mmmmmm. I loves me that ride. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deweasefan Posted August 31, 2010 Share Posted August 31, 2010 Thunderbolt's drop out of the station down into the ravine is awesome Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PriestofSyrinx Posted August 31, 2010 Share Posted August 31, 2010 Big thunder Mountain Railroad (WDW) Space Mountain (WDW) Those are my two favorites!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WildStangAlex Posted August 31, 2010 Share Posted August 31, 2010 Hades for sure! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenshinmac Posted August 31, 2010 Share Posted August 31, 2010 Saw: The Ride. Hands down. I think I might have to agree with that... It isn't the most thrilling but it is completely unique. It definitely stands out in my mind. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MayTheGForceBeWithYou Posted August 31, 2010 Share Posted August 31, 2010 My list: •BTM at DLRP •Hydra •Hades •SAW •Son of Beast •Both of the Giant Dippers •Mystery Mine •Expedition: EVEREST (Not counting the small lift at the start) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tiger01 Posted August 31, 2010 Share Posted August 31, 2010 Although I have not been on it, The Jack Rabbit at KenneyWood has an interesting Pre Lift (The drop into the ravine). Also At BlackPool Pleasure Beach the Grand National has a cool one! You can High Five the people as you turn around. And The Big Dipper. The tunnel and a view of Infusion and all is quite cool! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jynx242 Posted August 31, 2010 Share Posted August 31, 2010 I have to agree with two earlier posters: Thunderation at Silver Dollar City. A good half of the ride is before the pre-lift and it is INSANE! Loved it. Hydra - creeping through a barrel roll is definitely a unique experience. Phoenix - AWESOME tunnel. Hades - rough but psychotic and fun - prepares you for the tunnel, which is like being caught in a subway during the apocalypse! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adamico2 Posted September 3, 2010 Share Posted September 3, 2010 1. Thunderbolt at Kennywood--In the back sest, the first two drops had me practically on my feet, butt a long way from the seat. 2. Santa Cruz Giant Dipper--A pitch-black tunnel with some nice laterals is a great way to start a ride. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nrthwnd Posted September 3, 2010 Share Posted September 3, 2010 Saw: The Ride. Hands down. Totally agree, especially with that "unexpected option" of a bit more "story" to the ride. Was going to add this one, but you already did. Great! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zack44 Posted September 3, 2010 Share Posted September 3, 2010 My two favorites are Nitro's small drop out of the station and (by far) Hydra: The Revenge's Corkscrew/JoJo Roll. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoCalCoasters Posted September 3, 2010 Share Posted September 3, 2010 Here's my favorites: X2: Pure anticipation of what's comming next Ghostrider: Fun little turn around before the massive lift The Dragon: Amazing darkride section made completely of legos (it's half the ride) Both Giant Dippers: Classic Dark Tunnel Big Thunder Mountian (CA): Mine Caverns are amazingly detailed Haven't really been on any others that stand out Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eltorobaby Posted September 4, 2010 Share Posted September 4, 2010 The Great White (morey's piers)- semi-Big drop that leads to a tunnel under the boardwalk and you experience pretty decent lateral Gs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike541x Posted December 6, 2013 Share Posted December 6, 2013 I was watching the Superman El Ultimo video and couldn't help but notice how awesome the pre-lift is. I don't know what it is, but I always like a roller coaster with a nice pre-lift. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FreeFaller Posted December 6, 2013 Share Posted December 6, 2013 Nemesis Inferno at Thorpe Park comes to my mind when thinking about pre-lift elements. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cfc Posted December 6, 2013 Share Posted December 6, 2013 I think I'd go with Thunderbolt at Kennywood (for the insanity of it), any version of Big Thunder Mountain at the Disney parks (for the mine tunnel, bats, and pools), and Expedition Everest at Animal Kingdom (for the scenery). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arby Posted December 6, 2013 Share Posted December 6, 2013 My favorite is Jack Rabbit at Kennywood. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beatle11 Posted December 6, 2013 Share Posted December 6, 2013 I'd probably have to go with Hydra. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rcjp Posted December 6, 2013 Share Posted December 6, 2013 ^ Me too. I wasn't really expecting to enjoy the jojo roll as I'm not a big fan of hang time but it turned out to be quite fun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ProwlerPrey Posted December 6, 2013 Share Posted December 6, 2013 Would Thunderation at Silver Dollar City count? Or does that not count as a pre-lift because it's basically an entire ride? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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