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    What is your favourite traditional (non-RMC or Intamin prefab) wooden coaster?

    After my most recent visit to Europa, I'd have to say Wodan is my favorite traditional woodie. I enjoyed it during my rides in 2018 but wasn't blown away by it, however last month it was absolutely flying. Even offride you could see how much it was shredding through the layout, and onride it was...
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    WTF Merlin?

    Hi, been to Towers a couple times in the past few months so here's my experience. The ride has definitely gotten rougher over the past season. In July/August it was fine but lately it seems to be getting much shakier. I wouldn't exactly say its unbearable, but there is a notable difference...
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    Cringe Worthy Non Coaster Enthusiast Comments you have heard

    Here are some highlights that I've heard over the past few years: - "The Wicker Man? No that isn't a new ride. They just tor' out the Big Dipper from Blackpool and put it at Alton Towers to make space for that new 'Icon' ride" (yes the guy saying it was deadly serious, he actually tried to argue...
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