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Vortex
The Vortex was the second roller coaster to drastically change the appearance and functionality of Wonder Mountain. Suspended coasters are a rare breed in the world of amusement parks. The speed and swinging momentum of this ride make it one of the best suspendeds anywhere. Not only does Vortex take riders for a scenic tour of Wonder Mountain, but crosses over the heads of anxious onlookers and soars perilously close to the surface of the lake.
Opened
1991
Lift Height
27.74m (91ft)
First Drop
24.5m (85ft)
Length
720m (2361ft)
Duration
1 min 45 sec
Speed
88kph (55mph)
Structure
steel supports
steel tubular track
Vehicles
2-across seating
2 rows per car
6 cars per train
2 trains
48 seats total
Restraints
over-the-shoulder and seatbelt
Make
Arrow Dynamics
Model
out-and-back
Type
suspended
Height Req
> 122cm (48")
Rating
5
Notes
In 2005, Vortex operated with five cars per train
Source
http://www.canadaswonderland.com/news/detail.cfm?item_id=37
http://www.rcdb.com/65.htm