The results are in for the Twitter Coaster Madness poll tournament, and after several rounds of intense voting, there was a clear winner: Velocicoaster at Universal’s Islands of Adventure beat out Steel Vengeance at Cedar Point to be crowned the best coaster in the world.
For those unfamiliar with the Coaster Madness tournament, it is an annual online poll tournament hosted on Twitter by @Coaster365, where coaster enthusiasts vote for their favorite rides in a head-to-head bracket. This year’s tournament featured some of the most popular and highly-regarded coasters from around the world, and after weeks of voting, it all came down to two finalists: Velocicoaster and Steel Vengeance.
Velocicoaster is a newer coaster, having just opened in June 2021 at Universal’s Islands of Adventure in Orlando, Florida. It features a series of intense twists, turns, and inversions, as well as a launch that takes riders from 0 to 70 mph in just 2.4 seconds. The coaster is themed around the Jurassic World franchise and takes riders on a high-speed chase through a prehistoric jungle.
On the other hand, Steel Vengeance at Cedar Point in Sandusky, Ohio, has been a fan-favorite since it opened in 2018. The coaster is a hybrid, meaning it combines a wooden structure with steel track, and features a record-breaking 27.2 seconds of airtime throughout its layout. It also holds the record for the tallest, fastest, and longest hybrid coaster in the world.
While both coasters are incredibly popular and highly-regarded, there are some key differences between them. Velocicoaster is known for its intense launch, pacing, unique elements and theming while Steel Vengeance is famous for its intense drop, relentless airtime and unique layout. Both coasters offer a thrilling and unique experience, but the overall ride elements and theming set them apart from each other.
In the end, Velocicoaster came out on top in the Coaster Madness poll tournament, with fans citing its intense ride experience and impressive theming as key factors in their decision. However, it’s important to note that the tournament is just a fun online poll and does not necessarily reflect the overall quality or popularity of the coasters in question.
Regardless of the results, both Velocicoaster and Steel Vengeance are incredible coasters that offer a unique and thrilling ride experience. With new coasters constantly being built and innovative ride technology being developed, the future of the coaster industry looks bright. We can’t wait to see what comes next! Who will dethrone Velocicoaster?