RipCord (Carowinds)

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RipCord
Carowinds
Location Charlotte, North Carolina, USA
Status Operating since June 30, 1995
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Manufacturer Sky Fun 1 Inc.
Product Skycoaster
Capacity 3 per cycle
Height 153 feet
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RipCord is a Skycoaster built by US manufacturer Sky Fun 1 Inc. currently located at Carowinds in Charlotte, North Carolina, USA.

History

The ride originally opened on June 30, 1995 as Skycoaster.[1] It was located next to Hurler. The attraction was renamed Xtreme Skyflyer in 1996. When construction on Fury 325 started in 2014, Xtreme Skyflyer was moved next to Nighthawk and became RipCord.[2]

References

  1. Lowery, Jackie (July 1, 1995). "Free fallin': Carowinds unveils newest thrill ride". The Herald. p. 9. Retrieved December 14, 2021.
  2. "Carowinds opens 2014 season Saturday".


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