Zodiac: n. A
belt-shaped region in space, divided into 12 constellations.
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Short:
Zodiac
offers riders a spinning sensation inside its sphere of fear.
Statistics:
Opened: 2001
Manufacturer: Huss
Area: Lost City
Ride Type: Enterprise
On Ride Photo: No
Official Rating: Extreme Thrills
Max
Height: 59ft (18m)
Max Speed: 19mph (31km/h)
Throughput: 500 people/hour
Ride Duration: 60 seconds
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Review:
Zodiac
is an Enterprise wheel, located in Lost City. Riders sit either
individually or in twos in individual carriages which are affixed
to the side of the wheel. There are no restraints to keep you
in your seat, which makes you feel very vunerable. The wheel
starts to rotate and the arm supporting the wheel rises, until
the wheel is perpendicular to the ground. You are now riding
upside down in your carriage. The centrifugal force keeps you
tight in your seat, which is quite a feeling. There is no need
for a restraint!
Zodiac
is a good ride because it makes you feel quite insecure. As with
all Theme Park rides, it is actually very safe, but you can't
but help feel daunted by it. It's a good ride for couples, or
for a parent and child to ride together. However, it is not that scary,
or thrilling. It just offers a sensation, which makes many feel dizzy.
Positives:
- Riders
feel vulnerable with such minimal restraints!
- A very different experience to other flat rides in the Park.
Negatives:
- Disorientating.
- Certainly
not unique - it's a very common ride to many Parks and fairs.
- Does
not fit in with the Lost City colour scheme.
Your
Reviews:
"This
rise is the best in the whole park! Spin and twirl your way round
high and low, just one word sums it up: "FANTASTIC". A must do
thrill ride!"
Sian B, Berkshire, UK.
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