Firechaser Posted October 15, 2015 Share Posted October 15, 2015 I don't think anyone else has mentioned it, but I think Firechaser Express at Dollywood is a very good family coaster. The theme and the scenery around it really makes it a very unique and enjoyable experience. If only the lift hill entry wasn't painful... How is the lift entry painful? It is probably one of the smoothest rides I have ever been on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A.J. Posted October 15, 2015 Share Posted October 15, 2015 Yeah, I agree that the entry to the lift isn't painful. Yes, it's a bit of a quick jolt, but it isn't a bump. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tororific Posted October 15, 2015 Share Posted October 15, 2015 It's nice to see Whizzer at SFGAm continue to get some pretty good lines after roughly 37 years of operation. Pretty impressive. Maybe (hopefully) it'll even out-last the relatively new (compared to Whizzer) red/blue/yellow kiddie coaster they built just up the path from it 10 years ago. Â That remains my favorite family coaster. (although the lines are also due to turtle dispatch times.....) Â other honorary mentions: Big Thunder Mountain Railroad (anywhere) Puyallup Fair Coaster Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LiftThrill Posted October 16, 2015 Share Posted October 16, 2015 I don't think anyone else has mentioned it, but I think Firechaser Express at Dollywood is a very good family coaster. The theme and the scenery around it really makes it a very unique and enjoyable experience. If only the lift hill entry wasn't painful... I haven't been on it but based off of the POV I think I can agree. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A.J. Posted October 16, 2015 Share Posted October 16, 2015 I haven't been on it but based off of the POV I think I can agree. I've been on it, and I don't agree because there is no painful jolt, and it's now one of my favorite coasters. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LiftThrill Posted October 16, 2015 Share Posted October 16, 2015 I haven't been on it but based off of the POV I think I can agree. I've been on it, and I don't agree because there is no painful jolt, and it's now one of my favorite coasters. I meant about the ride being a good family coaster, lol. Sorry for the imprecise wording. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boldikus Posted October 16, 2015 Share Posted October 16, 2015 Runaway Mine Train, Great Adv Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coasterbill Posted October 16, 2015 Share Posted October 16, 2015 I don't think anyone else has mentioned it, but I think Firechaser Express at Dollywood is a very good family coaster. The theme and the scenery around it really makes it a very unique and enjoyable experience. If only the lift hill entry wasn't painful... How is the lift entry painful? It is probably one of the smoothest rides I have ever been on. Â Â Because for every coaster in the world there's an enthusiast ready to complain about how rough it is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mordecai-75 Posted October 16, 2015 Share Posted October 16, 2015 I guess it might be considered more of a kiddie coaster, but i think Woodstock Express at Carowinds is a fun ride. I personally would choose it over Hurler. ( and just to chime in, Firechaser doesn't have a painful thing about it ). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peeps28 Posted October 16, 2015 Share Posted October 16, 2015 Spacelys sprocket rocket Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ytterbiumanalyst Posted October 16, 2015 Share Posted October 16, 2015 Spacelys sprocket rocket Seconded. It's fantastic, as is Little Dipper next door. SFGAm may have the best children's coasters with those two. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
viking86 Posted October 16, 2015 Share Posted October 16, 2015 It's definitely of larger scale, but I would say Lisebergbanen. It has a 130 cm (51,2") height limit, but kids over 110 cm (43,3") can ride if accompanied by an adult. It's a fantastic ride, it's very fast, smooth and has some good forces, but it's not so intense that it cannot be enjoyed by the whole family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LiftThrill Posted October 17, 2015 Share Posted October 17, 2015 I don't think anyone else has mentioned it, but I think Firechaser Express at Dollywood is a very good family coaster. The theme and the scenery around it really makes it a very unique and enjoyable experience. If only the lift hill entry wasn't painful... How is the lift entry painful? It is probably one of the smoothest rides I have ever been on. Â Â Because for every coaster in the world there's an enthusiast ready to complain about how rough it is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Intimidated305 Posted October 17, 2015 Share Posted October 17, 2015 I don't think anyone else has mentioned it, but I think Firechaser Express at Dollywood is a very good family coaster. The theme and the scenery around it really makes it a very unique and enjoyable experience. If only the lift hill entry wasn't painful... How is the lift entry painful? It is probably one of the smoothest rides I have ever been on. Â Â Because for every coaster in the world there's an enthusiast ready to complain about how rough it is. Chill out ladies. Just because you found it perfectly fine doesn't mean everyone does. Take my profile picture for example. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LiftThrill Posted October 17, 2015 Share Posted October 17, 2015 Everyone has an opinion, but still, when people start complaining that some RMC 500+ foot launched Intamin wooden skyrush trains inverted Aquatrax doesn't have enough headchopper trees, it's sort of entertaining. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tylerthecreator Posted October 17, 2015 Share Posted October 17, 2015 Everyone has an opinion, but still, when people start complaining that some RMC 500+ foot launched Intamin wooden skyrush trains inverted Aquatrax doesn't have enough headchopper trees, it's sort of entertaining. Doesn't have standard lap bars either so that coaster sucks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KarlaKoaster Posted October 17, 2015 Share Posted October 17, 2015 I think DIsneyland Paris' Big Thunder Mountain is one of the best I've ridden. It's thrilling for kids, fun for adults and what I love is that you can squeeze three people into a row so you can all ride together. It's such a timeless ride too and was one of my first 'big' roller coasters. Have to say though that kids and families are really spoiled nowadays and there are so many great coasters the whole family can enjoy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoinItForTheFame Posted October 17, 2015 Share Posted October 17, 2015 Ohhhh, another great family coaster is Expedition Everest. It's amazing. It's fun for children and it's thrilling enough for adults. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheCoasterKid211 Posted October 19, 2015 Share Posted October 19, 2015 Does Scorpion at BGT count as a family coaster? If it does, no contest then. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Suspence1127 Posted October 19, 2015 Share Posted October 19, 2015 Everyone has an opinion, but still, when people start complaining that some RMC 500+ foot launched Intamin wooden skyrush trains inverted Aquatrax doesn't have enough headchopper trees, it's sort of entertaining. Doesn't have standard lap bars either so that coaster sucks Yeah why would they put ostr's on a wing coaster train. especially on an aquatrax coaster. what the heck intamin. we deserve better than this *cries in corner* Â also you forgot to mention how rough the entrance to the lift hill is. oh boy it hurts Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thrillseeker4552 Posted October 19, 2015 Share Posted October 19, 2015 Definitely Manta at SeaWorld San Diego. It's perfect. Â Honorable mention: Sierra Sidewinder. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yubstep101 Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 Whizzer@SFGAM. It's a classic ride. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Halogen Posted October 25, 2015 Share Posted October 25, 2015 I think Eagle's Fortress. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoinItForTheFame Posted October 25, 2015 Share Posted October 25, 2015 Now that I think about it... Backlot Stunt Coaster at KI was amazing. For a family coaster not only did it take us by surprise, but it made both of us grey out. . . It's a forceful little coaster. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Midgetman82 Posted October 25, 2015 Share Posted October 25, 2015 Expedition Everest gets my vote. And for most intense coaster with a 48" height requirement I've ever experienced, my vote goes to Lightning Run. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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