Roller Coaster Articles

An overview of the top 10 most underrated roller coasters in North America.

Users share their stories about the first roller coaster rides they experienced.See submissions

Roller coasters are all about out-of-control speed--and crazy heights. Get the lowdown on the world's ten highest coasters including stats, photos, and ride reviews.

Roller coasters are known for their speed and height, but what about their length? The largest roller coasters get their due in an over view of the top 10 longest roller coasters in the world.

Is it possible for a roller coaster to have a drop that is steeper than straight down? Not only is it possible, there are actually MANY coasters that fit the description. Which coasters are the steepest in the world? Read on.

How fast do you think the world's fastest coasters can go? You may be surprised. Get the stats, ride reviews, photos, and more of the top ten speed demons.

An overview of the top 10 most overrated roller coasters in North America.

Are you ready to brave the best steel roller coasters? Find out which rides made the list and where to find them.

An overview of the top 10 wooden roller coasters.

An overview of the hydraulic launch system that powers the record-breaking Kingda Ka roller coaster at Six Flags Great Adventure in New Jersey .

The top 10 best roller coasters, with links to reviews, photos, videos, and more.

Feeling anxious about boarding a roller coaster? Sure, they are designed to terrorize you, but recent media reports would have you believe there may be some actual injury threat. Some recent scientific studies help separate the hype from the reality.

You go up, you go down, you scream. What more do you need to know about roller coasters? Plenty. Decode the different types of coasters and learn roller coaster lingo by referring to this handy glossary of terms.

Does the very thought of boarding a roller coaster make you break out in hives? Have no fear! Your About guide has some suggestions to ease you onto the rails.