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Historic Cyclone roller coaster in Coney Island, N.Y., grinds to a halt
The Coney Island Cyclone is a 97-year-old roller coaster that is meticulously maintained and tested daily," it said. The Cyclone, which opened on June 26, 1927, reaches a maximum speed of 60 mph ...
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Famed Coney Island Cyclone roller coaster is shut down after mid-ride malfunction
NEW YORK (AP) — The famous Coney Island Cyclone roller coaster in New York City was shut down indefinitely after coming to a stop mid-ride this week. The 97-year-old wooden roller coaster at ...
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A Century of Screams: The History of the Roller Coaster
Soon others joined the fray, and as they sought to outdo each other, the roller coaster entered into most fantastic phase. For a time, virtually every ride at Coney Island used gravity to work its ...
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What it's like to ride the thrilling Coney Island Cyclone
Built in 1927, Coney Island Cyclone is a roller coaster that runs on wooden rails. It may be old, but it still stands as one of the most thrilling rides. More from Entertainment Built in 1927 ...