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Thunderbolt
Kennywood |
 Mr. McElwee at the entrance of Thunderbolt. |
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by Mrs. McElwee
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Thunderbolt
Facts
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Type of Coaster: Wooden
Maximum Speed: 53mph Max Drop Height: 95 feet Final Drop Height: 90 feet Year Opened: 1968 |
Track
Length: 3,250 feet |
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on the Thunderbolt... This coaster was definitely not what I thought it would be. It doesn't look like much, but when you ride it, it's great. There is a lot of air time. Its design uses the natural terrain, including a ravine, which is really neat. Another coaster, The Phantom's Revenge, goes through part of this ride. You have to ride with a partner because there are no seat dividers. Poor Mr. McElwee was getting crushed by me the entire ride (and vice versa!). This is definitely a classic woodie and a lot of fun! |
 Part of the track (pre-Phantom's Revenge) Picture courtesy of www.coastergallery.com, used with permission |
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 Great view of the coaster (with Phantom's Revenge) Picture courtesy of www.coastergallery.com, used with permission |
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This page last updated on October 3, 2004.
Questions, comments, problems? Please e-mail me at mrsmcelwee@mrsmcelwee.com |
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Pictures
on this page may not be used without the express written consent of Holly
McElwee. Please send an e-mail to
mrsmcelwee@mrsmcelwee.com for permission.
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Bottom
two pictures courtesy of www.coastergallery.com,
used with permission. Thank-you!
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Data
from www.kennywood.com
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