Smiler
Height
98 ft
Speed
53 mph
Length
3,839 ft
Riders are plunged into a sprawling, knotted structure of steel that dominates the surrounding landscape with its complex geometry. The journey is a relentless sequence of inversions where the horizon constantly shifts and loops blend into diving rolls with minimal reprieve. A mid-course vertical lift offers a singular moment of pause before the train is released into another series of high-intensity maneuvers through the compact layout. The dense arrangement of the track creates frequent near-miss sensations with the ride’s own support pillars and other passing vehicles.
Technical Specifications
| Status | Operating |
|---|---|
| Type | Steel |
| Propulsion | Chain Lift |
| Opened | 2013 |
| Manufacturer | Gerstlauer |
| Designer | John Wardley, Gerstlauer |
| Height | 98 ft |
| Max Speed | 53 mph |
| Length | 3,839 ft |
| Inversions | 14 |
| Duration | 2 minutes 45 seconds |