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This was the first coaster I ever rode 35 years ago and its still one of my favorites. We used to go to Riverside on the way to Boston where wed hit Salisbury and the Thunderbolt there tehn head down to Revere Beach and THE Cyclone. That ride was an 11 on todays scale. Anyway back to the riverside Thunderbolt. Its short, sweet, feels powerful does get great air on the first and second turnarouns. Its one of the last survivors in the park from the "Riverdump" days. Perfect coaster to introduce the kiddies ( who may be too short for the Cyclone)to the wonders of that visceral fear that comes from making the turnaround before the first drop. Also has a nice bunny hop near the end. Its not intense, but its always fun. And as for the superman fans, I hope Im around in 50 years to see if it still seems so thrilling....Given how steel coasters become so passe so quickly, I think not.
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