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The Racer is a truly well designed racing coaster. John Miller was indeed a master of coaster design back in the day of coasters like this one! One of very few "mobius" coasters around, these two trains race on what is actually one track. I think its really cool that you always end up on the opposite side of where you boarded the train. The ride itself on the Racer is by no means intense, but it is still a ton of fun! The lift is around 75 feet and provides time to verbally taunt your opponents! The first drop is much smaller than the lift itself, and Im not even sure what the drop is (although, if this drop would be about the same as the lift I would give this a 10!) Once you drop, the real fun begins. Racers design includes several drops and three nice long turnarounds. For me, these turnarounds are the best parts of the ride. Provided that the start of the ride is even, all 3 turns give you the chance to handslap with riders of the other train - just great fun!! This coaster genuinely gives a racing feeling as the trains travel their course. There is one good pop of airtime on the final drop. Overall, a superb look and layout is complemented by a very good ride and decent speed. Kennywood does indeed take good care of this one! A coaster classic that is also an excellent starter coaster for the younger riders.
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