Features and Articles
CoasterGlobe's articles and features are used to keep our members up to date in the world of roller coasters. The Articles section will contain information on the history of roller coasters, new coaster lists, construction updates etc. In the features section, we will spotlight various notable rides, coasters, and designers from around the world. The articles and features on CoasterGlobe are not static and will be updated when appropriate.
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History |
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| The History of the Suspended Coaster | An article following the progress of the suspended coaster from the early 1900s right up to modern times. |
| The History of the Inversion | A history of the inversion, complete with a chronological summary by year. |
| The History of the Pipeline Coaster | An article all about one of the rarest, but most extraordinary, types of roller coaster. |
New Coaster Updates |
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| New For 2003 | A list of new roller coasters for the year 2003. More will be added as they are announced. Coasters: 3 |
| New For 2002 | A list of new roller coasters for the year 2002. More will be added as they are announced. Coasters: 33 |
| New For 2001 | A list of new roller coasters for the year 2001. More will be added as they are announced. Coasters: 78 |
| New For 2000 | A list of new and relocated coasters for 2000. Coasters: 105 |
| New For 1999 | A list of new and relocated coasters for 1999. Coasters: 68 |
| New For 1998 | A list of new and relocated coasters for 1998. Coasters: 50 |
| New For 1997 | A list of new and relocated coasters for 1997. Coasters: 41 |
| New For 1996 | A list of new and relocated coasters for 1996. Coasters: 58 |
| New For 1995 | A list of new and relocated coasters for 1995. Coasters: 60 |
Guides |
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| Guide to Central Florida Theme Parks for Parents With Teens | Vacation tips for Parents travelling to central Florida with their teens. |
Quick Reference |
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| Table of the Elements | No, nothing to do with chemistry. This is a list of inversion elements. |
| Record Holders | You want superlatives? You got'em. |
| Dictionary | The coaster enthusiasts complete guide to roller coaster terms. Includes slang, regional, and rare terms. |
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Lost Legends |
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| The Bat | The first Arrow suspended coaster (1981-1983) |
| Rye Aero-Coaster | Fred Church's great masterpiece, combining stunning thrills and beauty all in one incredible ride (1928-1957) |
| Crystal Beach Cyclone | Harry Traver's most famous contrivance, and perhaps the most thrilling coaster of all time (1927-1946) |
| The Great Wheel | The original Ferris Wheel, and the first 'big' ride (1893-1906) |
| Blue Streak | A coaster that held three major records for over fifty years (1928-1941) |
| Puritas Springs Cyclone | One of the greatest ravine coasters ever constructed (1928-1960) |
| Cyclone Racer | A dual-track monster, and the favorite roller coaster of Harry Traver himself (1930-1968) |
| Alpenflug | The first suspended coaster, and MBB's only attempt at a thrill ride (1975) |
| Aeroscope | An observation ride built for a California exhibition (1915) |
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