Rush
is a visually and sonically imposing ride that is a brilliant
experience for all the family.
Statistics:
Opened: 2005 Manufacturer: S&S Area: Lost City Ride Type: Screamin' Swing On Ride Photo: No Official Rating: Extreme Thrills
Max
Height:75ft (23m) Max Speed:50mph (80km/h) Max G. Force: 4 Throughput: 768 people/hour
Ride Duration: 60 seconds
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Review:
It's
so simple. Rush is just like your common playground swing - but
bigger - as it's slogan says; "Size does Matter". Rush
is an S & S Giant Swing, which is capable of holding 32 riders
at once, on 2 arms. Rider swing at heights of 75ft and speeds
of around 40mph. The arms swing at different times to each other,
to increase the ride experience - you can see the reactions of
riders on the other swing! Riders, once they have boarded the
ride, sit in very deep seats with only a minimal lap bar restraint.
It makes you feel very free and quite vulnerable!
The
ride uses compressed air to move the substantial arms, meaning
it makes one heck of a noise as it operates, which actually only
heightens the experience - this ride feels powerful.
Riders get higher and higher until they reach the highest swing.
This part of the ride is quite exhilarating - you feel quite
insecure! Having said this, the wind in your hair and plain speed
of the swing make the entire ride really enjoyable.
After one or two swings at top height, riders slow down to a
stop again.
Compared
to Slammer, or many of the other thrill rides at Thorpe - Rush
is not that scary. The only worry that riders may have is the
feeling of insecurity. It is fast, thrilling
and enjoyable however, so in all, it's a ride for the whole family
to enjoy - not just the thrillseekers. Make Rush a priority -
we guarantee you'll come off laughing!
Positives:
Visually
imposing.
Gives
an exhilerating, smooth ride.
A
lot of fun.
Negatives:
Air
tanks can be a little too loud during operation.
Riders
generally only get 2 or 3 swings at full height.
Not
the most intense ride in the world.
9/10
Your
Reviews:
"Rush
has to be the best thrill ride in the country! It's fast and
and I've ridden it 15 times - that's how good it is!" George Gammage, Windsor, UK.
"Loved
it! Me and my cousin go on it at least 10 times whenever we go!" Sarah, Feltham, UK.
"Such an amazing fun ride, one of the best in the park!" Ed, Suffolk, UK.