Viper is a rollercoaster at Six Flags Magic Mountain. It held the record for the most inversions (7) for a long time after it was built in 1990. It is the last of the great Arrow Dynamics Custom Looping Coasters. Viper still thrills enthusiasts today.
I’ve been working on another video series, CoasterTalk, which will discuss all aspects of amusement parks throughout Southern California. The first episode covers a recent discovery at Six Flags Magic Mountain. Other videos will showcase some of the other rollercoasters in the park as well as various bits of history that you can find, if …
I’ve recently posted some new pages on amusement parks in Southern California. Each talk about the rides, focusing on the rollercoasters, as well as have some tips and tricks for making the most out of your visit. Currently, the following are now posted: A page on Sea World San Diego is in the works. Feel …
On Friday, August 8, 2025, I was a part of a behind-the-scenes tour at Magic Mountain. Part of the tour included walking part of the infield for Twisted Colossus and Goliath. Two things we saw really stuck out to me. The first was seeing an old section of original Colossus trackway beneath the lift hill. …
Six Flags Magic Mountain is the best park for rollercoasters in California. There are 16 coasters to ride, which can be a lot for a day unless you are prepared. This post will help guide you through from parking to rides. It will be updated as time permits, so revisit for additional information. For park …
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