Rush: n. A sudden forceful flow.

In Short:

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

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TTP 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 scary. The only worry that riders may have is the feeling of insecurity. It's fast, thrilling, enjoyable yes - but does not compete with Thorpe's other major flats for the scare factor. So in all, it's a ride for the whole family to enjoy - not just the thrillseekers - especially with it's 1.3m height limit. Go on it for a laugh - not for scares.