Noah Festenstein
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Six Flags Great America’s boldest coaster addition yet? A deep dive into Wrath of Rakshasa
Grading the new for 2025 dive coaster at Six Flags Great America. Gurnee, IL — Standing 180-feet tall between Chicago and Milwaukee looms a demonic presence feeding on the fears of thrill seekers alike. It is a roller coaster demanding… Continue reading
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Universal Studios just unleashed its Midwest expansion, and it appears only just the beginning | Noah Festenstein
Chicago, IL — It’s soon to be Halloween year-round in the Windy City, thanks to Universal Studios. And this installment could indicate more to come for Universal Studios presence around the country, other than in Orlando, Los Angeles or Las… Continue reading
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A half century later, Six Flags Great Adventure’s mysterious 1975 ride closure a stark reminder of park’s modern woes | Noah Festenstein
A brief history of how the closure of one defunct roller coaster 50 years ago illustrates the tough nature of ride closures today. JACKSON, NJ — Besides later building, and closing, the world’s tallest roller coaster — this historic New… Continue reading
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A King is dead; Winners, losers in massive $1 billion Six Flags investment
Closure of world’s tallest roller coaster comes with announcement of Six Flags Entertainment’s enormous series of investments. By Noah Festenstein, Sky High Screams Even with the debunked rumors of Six Flags Entertainment possibly closing some of its parks, the theme… Continue reading
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CLOSED; it was too good to be true for Top Thrill 2 in 2024
After opening for a month in May, Cedar Point indefinitely closes re-imagined Top Thrill 2 until 2025. By Noah Festenstein, Sky High Screams SANDUSKY, OH — Indeed, this was an ambitious makeover for a giant among giants at arguably the… Continue reading
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Six Flags Great America takes leap of faith with new, record breaking dive coaster
By Noah Festenstein, Sky High Screams In front of an eager crowd of thrill seekers on Thursday morning, Six Flags Great America President John Krajnak emphasized what the 48-year-old suburban Chicago theme park wants recognition for: building record breaking attractions.… Continue reading
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