Six Flags Over Texas (SFOT) Discussion Thread

[Sportsdude360]

I'll be there!

 

[bigboy]

Only one more day of cold showers for you.

[Sportsdude360]

5 minutes ago, bigboy said:

Only one more day of cold showers for you.

Right! I probably won't sleep at all tomorrow night!

[Sportsdude360]

So, who's trembling with excitement for tomorrow's announcement!!

[CaptainUnknown]

While I am excited and I am trembling, the latter is because I have a cold. Depending on how this looks and when it'll actually open, I'm looking at taking a 12 hour detour into Arlington next year at the start of my main coaster trip.

[Sportsdude360]

Well, today's The Day!!!

[bert425]

looks amazing. . . 

love the theming, and the majority of the name (absolutely LOVE the stylized logo).

undecided on "rampaging run" being part of the name tho. . .   but "Tormenta" ?    great name.

 

[Sportsdude360]

That 218ft Immelmann looks insane! Followed by a 176ft vertical loop is double insanity!

[thepoint4life23]

That Immelman Might be the best part of the ride. 

 

[abovethesink]

B&M Dives are one of my least favorite commonly built models going, but damn, almost 300 foot down at 95 degrees? There is no way that drop isn't incredible. Good timing too. Making our first trip way down to Texas next summer. San Antonio will be the start of our annual roadtrip which will end with the Missouri parks. 

[bert425]

1 minute ago, abovethesink said:

B&M Dives are one of my least favorite commonly built models going, but damn, almost 300 foot down at 95 degrees? There is no way that drop isn't incredible. Good timing too. Making our first trip way down to Texas next summer. San Antonio will be the start of our annual roadtrip which will end with the Missouri parks. 

you'll likely have COTAland to stop at between San Antonio and Arlington too

[abovethesink]

1 minute ago, bert425 said:

you'll likely have COTAland to stop at between San Antonio and Arlington too

Hopefully. The plan is SWSA --> SFFT --> SFOT --> Cota --> SFOT --> Frontier City --> SDC --> WOF --> SFSTL and then fly home back to way upstate NY.

If CotaLand is not open, we will likely add some driving and use the freed up day to swing into Arkansas and visit Magic Springs.

[shockwave1982]

Just saw the email from Six Flags. Looks like a lot of fun. I don't love the 90-degree turn before the first drop. It was obviously due to space constraints, but it makes the ride look a bit ugly, at least from the angle shown. Oh well, it won't keep me from riding it. Looking forward to 2026.

[Sportsdude360]

I'll be attending the official POV premier tonight! 

 

 

[bert425]

 

2 hours ago, abovethesink said:

Hopefully. The plan is SWSA --> SFFT --> SFOT --> Cota --> SFOT --> Frontier City --> SDC --> WOF --> SFSTL and then fly home back to way upstate NY.

If CotaLand is not open, we will likely add some driving and use the freed up day to swing into Arkansas and visit Magic Springs.

assuming that's a typo.. or you just LOVE to drive.

SFOT is Arlington, and COTALand is in Austin (about a 4 1/2 hour drive from each other). . and you pass thru Austin going to Arlington from San Antonio.

so I'd think you wanna do:  

SWSA, SFFT, COTA, SFOT (2 days), then to Frontier City

[jedimaster1227]

Six Flags has officially announced Tormenta Rampaging Run will come to the park in the form of a new B&M Giga Dive Coaster. This coaster will break six world records at the time of its debut in 2026. Tormenta Rampaging Run will be set in a new Spanish village called Rancho de la Tormenta along with a new restaurant Cocina Abuela set in the park's Spain section. 

Six Flags Over Texas is taking history by the horns with the unveiling of Tormenta Rampaging Run—a record-breaking, adrenaline-pumping roller coaster that will redefine the thrill-seeker experience while changing the city's skyline in 2026. As the tallest, fastest, longest and first-ever giga (300+-foot-tall) dive coaster in the world, this one-of-a-kind thrill ride will trample six monumental world records.  

Themed after one of Spain's longest traditions, the running of the bulls, the historic new attraction will tower over a brand-new Spanish village called Rancho de la Tormenta and new restaurant Cocina Abuela, all fittingly located in the park's Spain area.

Tormenta Rampaging Run will elevate riders to a height of 309 feet and, just like waiting for the release of the bulls, the train will release plunging riders into a record-breaking 95-degree, beyond vertical drop complete with sharp turns followed by other exhilarating drops that replicate the thrill of the running of the bulls.

World Record-Breaking Features of Tormenta Rampaging Run:

• Tallest Dive Coaster: Soaring to an epic height of 309 feet, Tormenta Rampaging Run will give riders a heart-stopping view of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex area before plunging them into a high-speed descent.
• Fastest Dive Coaster: Reaching a thrilling speed of 87 mph, Tormenta Rampaging Run will be the fastest dive coaster on the planet, ensuring an experience that delivers pure excitement from the first moment to the last.
• Longest Dive Coaster: Spanning 4,199 feet, this ride will offer an extended journey full of airtime (weightless) moments, sharp turns and exhilarating drops that will make riders feel like they are bull runners.
• Tallest Vertical Coaster Loop: At 179 feet, the loop on this coaster will be the highest of any coaster, of any type, in the world.
• Highest Immelmann Inversion: Being upside down at 218 feet will become a must for thrill-seekers and roller coaster enthusiasts from around the world.
• Highest 95-Degree Beyond Vertical Drop: Without warning, the train will release, dropping riders a record 285 feet down at a beyond-vertical 95 degrees.

"Six Flags Over Texas has always been a leader in creating unforgettable experiences, and with Tormenta Rampaging Run we are soaring to new heights," said Mark Boyer, VP and Park Manager for Six Flags Over Texas. "This coaster is a true testament to our commitment to providing world-class thrills and innovation, and we can't wait to bring this historic ride to life in 2026."

"As the world's first giga dive coaster, Tormenta Rampaging Run introduces a completely new ride category, blending giga coaster heights with the fun and thrill of a dive coaster," said Sophie Bolliger, President of Bolliger & Mabillard, consulting engineers and designers of the coaster. "This level of innovation sets new standards for the theme park industry and our company is honored to be part of this historic moment with Six Flags."

The Story of Rancho de la Tormenta Plaza and Cocina Abuela
Rancho de la Tormenta, an immersive, themed area depicting an old and secluded Spanish village, will warmly welcomes guests with vibrant colorful banners and jubilant Spanish music. This fictional town was initially named after the storms (tormentas) that swept across the plains it occupied, but that soon changed with the birth of a legendary bull that grew to be the most feared and respected animal in the land. Known for his fierce strength and incredible speed, matadors from all over Spain traveled to face him but none could defeat him. His name was Tormenta.

As guests enter the plaza, they immediately will be engulfed by the aromas coming from Cocina Abuela, a brand-new restaurant redefining theme park dining. Inspired by the rich culinary traditions of Spain and Latin America, the menu will showcase bold, scratch-made favorites like Spanish rice, papas bravas, chicken tinga, and fresh house-made guacamole, all crafted with an emphasis on vibrant flavors and authentic quality.

Six Flags Over Texas 65th Anniversary
The 2026 opening of this multi-record-breaking roller coaster will be part of an important milestone for Six Flags Over Texas as it celebrates its 65th anniversary. When Six Flags Over Texas opened on Aug. 1, 1961, it marked a new era in family entertainment and set a precedent for future parks. The 65th commemoration will feature exclusive previews, special events, giveaways and many surprises making it a historic celebration worthy of the first Six Flags' original park that started it all.

For more information about opening dates and upcoming events, visit sixflags.com.

[Sportsdude360]

Pics from tonight's presentation!

 

[Sportsdude360]

Track signing!! We were invited to sign both sides of the track!

 

[Sportsdude360]

First official POV!

https://youtu.be/_5je0hEcCLA?si=c-LNPtAI2QgQzxbd

 

 

[coastersandhockey]

Ride look sick but I can't help but be a bit concerned with B&Ms recent track record. This ride seems like a recipe for some of the most violent B&M rattle we've ever seen. Yukon Striker rides very well so I am somewhat optimistic, but we'll see. I'd hate for the ride to be known as "Torture: Rattling Run" 

[prozach626]

Daaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaamn. 

Guess what the first comments I have read are...

The way the coaster interacts with itself looks amazing. The flybys from the train will be great, too. Nailed it.

I also want to thank Sportsdude for staying on top of this. I'm enjoying the updates. This is one of the only pages I check in my short time on TPR anymore.