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Calculated Shard: 13 (from laksa032)

2. Crawled Status Check

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curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa013.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.navigatecontent.com/travel-blog/worlds-scariest-roller-coasters\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.navigatecontent.com/travel-blog/worlds-scariest-roller-coasters\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

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{"found_url":"https:\/\/www.navigatecontent.com\/travel-blog\/worlds-scariest-roller-coasters","crawl_time":1775351887,"first_indexed_time":1592611705,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"com,navigatecontent!www,\/travel-blog\/worlds-scariest-roller-coasters s443","src_root_hash":"10299396134350519413","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"Scary Roller Coasters — 7 of the World's Best Thrill Rides — Navigate Content","meta_descriptions":["Dare to ride? Discover the world’s scariest roller coasters—from jaw-dropping drops to high-speed twists, these rides push thrill-seekers to the edge."],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"The world’s scariest thrill rides. As a genuine thrill-seeking, adrenaline junkie, there is nothing more scary, exciting, exhilarating and gratifying than a ride on a great roller coaster! These are a few of my favorites from around the world.\nBy Michelle Segrest — Navigate Travel Adventures from #myofficetoday\nStrap yourself in and get ready for the ride of your life. Or death.\nIt’s the anticipation, the fear, the excitement, the lingering question of whether you will plunge to the earth and splat on the pavement. And then—even though it only lasts a few seconds—it’s the thrill of the actual ride that can make your heart pump out of your chest and provide a rush you’ll never forget.\nAnd if your heart stays inside your body and you actually survive it...well, you usually want more!\nAs a genuine thrill-seeking, adrenaline junkie, there is nothing more scary, exciting, exhilarating and gratifying than a ride on a great roller coaster! These are a few of my favorites from around the world. Please comment and let me know your favorite!\nTALOCAN\nPhantasia Land Thrill Ride | Köln, Germany\nJust standing in line and watching this one will make your stomach turn and take your breath away. In fact, watching it may be worse than riding it. There is something about the combination of the bursts of flame, jets of water, beating death-march drums, the Indiana Jones-type vibe, the blood-curdling screams and an extreme whipping and twirling action that would make a Navy Seal cry for his momma!\nI love the Talocan because it’s not a traditional roller coaster in any sense. Truly unique, you experience a feeling of airlessness and suspense that will leave you breathless. It takes you dangerously close to the flames and then sprays your face with water…all the while the drum beats to add intense drama.\nThis is Europe’s only top spin ride. It leaves riders dangling upside down. All the blood rushes to your head, then it whips you around—maybe forward, maybe backward—with extreme force and intense disorientation. The only ride in Germany that might compare is a drive on the famous Autobahn, where speed limits are non-existent.\nFORMULA ROSSA\nWorld’s Fastest Roller Coaster - Ferrari World | Yas Island | Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates\nWorking a convention in Abu Dhabi, I had a rare afternoon off. I called my buddy in Dubai to see if he would meet me at Ferrari World to catch a ride on the world’s fastest roller coaster. His quick answer… “No freaking way!”\nSolo ride for me.\nWhen the fastest roller coaster on the planet takes off, you feel like you’ve been shot from a cannon. No kidding. The acceleration is 240 kilometers per hour in less than five seconds. It launches you 52 meters into the sky at 4.8 Gs.\nGoggles are a requirement, but even with protective eyewear, I felt like my eyeballs were being ripped from the sockets. When I got off the ride, my hair was in such a tangled mess it took about an hour to get a comb through it. The park was built in 2010 around the legendary Ferrari story. The island also holds the Yas Marina Circuit, host of the Formula One Grand Prix.\nAEROSMITH ROCK ‘N ROLLER COASTER\nThrilling Roller Coaster at Hollywood Studios | Orlando, Florida, USA\nThis one was all about the music. I’ll never forget it… Aerosmith’s classic tune “Dude Looks Like a Lady” was playing when I rode it. I will always remember this one—not so much for the fun ride—but because it marked a monumental moment in my daughter, Shelby’s, life. She was 9. We stood in line for about an hour and at the last minute the fear got to her and she opted out. So I rode solo with strangers. She immediately regretted this decision and vowed never to feel that way again. Ever since, she has never passed up an opportunity to ride any roller coaster, anywhere, any time. Now, she’s my thrill partner!\nStaged as a backstage pass to an Aerosmith concert, this ride takes off in a flash at 60 miles per hour in a stretch limo, passing legendary Los Angeles landmarks along the way. With two rollover loops and one corkscrew, this ride is even more exciting because it happens in the dark with only some strobe flashes of black-lit scenery along the way. You never quite know what is next and you can’t see it coming!\nINSANITY - THE RIDE\nSuper Scary Roller Coaster -\nStratosphere Tower | Las Vegas, Nevada, USA\nThis is perhaps the most perfect name for a roller coaster ever—it’s insane! This one is not for anyone with even a slight fear of heights. With 3G force at 40 miles per hour, this ride angles you at a 70-degree tilt and happens 40 feet from the Stratosphere Tower observation deck—a whopping 906 feet above the Las Vegas Strip. It extends 68 feet over the edge of the 1,149-foot tower.\nThere are more than 100 different variations of the ride, ranging from a simple family ride to an extreme experience. You can decide whether it’s a good or a bad idea to first down one of the signature Stratosphere cocktails before strapping in. It will give you a shot of courage beforehand, but perhaps a severe tummy ache afterward. While there, also check out X-Scream and Big Shot!\nTHE INCREDIBLE HULK COASTER® \nScary Roller Coaster at Universal Studios | Orlando, Florida, USA\nAccelerate from zero to 40 mph in two seconds flat, with the force equal to that of a jet taking off an aircraft carrier. The weightless \"Zero G\" roll turns your world upside down and then a power surge provides a burst of speed. \nThe Hulk launches you 150 feet in the air and reaches top speeds of 67 mph. There are seven inversions and two subterranean trenches during the 2-minute, 15-second ride.\nThe first time I experienced this ride was with my daughter, Shelby. We had a fast pass and rode it over and over and over again. We couldn’t get enough. I returned several years later and again, enjoyed this one multiple times! It’s not the scariest, but it’s perhaps the most addictive!\nHOLLYWOOD RIP RIDE ROCKIT\nScary Roller Coaster at Universal Studios | Orlando, Florida, USA\nI could hear the screams from the other side of the park.\nAdrenaline pumping and music thumping, you start climbing straight up, lying flat on your back at a 90-degree angle. When you hit the summit 17 stories above Universal Studios, a moment later you plunge face first at 65 miles per hour.\nOrlando's tallest roller coaster also features several exciting, \"never been done\" elements, including the world's first non-inverting loop.\nAfter riding the Hulk several times, we studied this one while trying to build the courage. It would be pretty easy to talk yourself out of it. Climbing the first tower at a 90-degree angle is the scariest part. The ride features a great soundtrack and you can choose your music, which then accompanies the video you can purchase. Super cool and totally worth it!\nIRON SHARK\nScary Roller Coaster at Pleasure Pier | Galveston, Texas, USA\nThe Iron Shark features a 100-foot vertical lift with an equally vertical drop. Tracking at 52 miles per hour, this 1,246-foot coaster track includes a diving loop, greater-than-vertical drop and four full inversions.\nSimilar to Universal’s Rockit with the 90-degree climb, the Iron Shark is unique because it sits on the pier directly on the water and takes you soaring over the Gulf of Mexico.\nAfter a fun day of segueing through the streets and beaches of Galveston, Shelby and I joined dear friends, Joe and Teresa, for several hours on Pleasure Pier where we rode this ride at least 20 times.\nI’m ready for the next exciting adventure. Tell me about your favorite thrill ride!\nYou may also like these RELATED ARTICLES:\nIf you like this article about Thrill Rides and Scary Roller Coasters, please PIN IT!\nThis page contains affiliate links. If you click on the product links and make a purchase, it allows me to make a small commission at no extra cost to you! 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As a genuine thrill-seeking, adrenaline junkie, there is nothing more scary, exciting, exhilarating and gratifying than a ride on a great roller coaster! These are a few of my favorites from around the world.\n**By Michelle Segrest — Navigate Travel Adventures from \\#myofficetoday**\n\nStrap yourself in and get ready for the ride of your life. Or death.\n\nIt’s the anticipation, the fear, the excitement, the lingering question of whether you will plunge to the earth and splat on the pavement. And then—even though it only lasts a few seconds—it’s the thrill of the actual ride that can make your heart pump out of your chest and provide a rush you’ll never forget.\n\nAnd if your heart stays inside your body and you actually survive it...well, you usually want more\\!\n\nAs a genuine thrill-seeking, adrenaline junkie, there is nothing more scary, exciting, exhilarating and gratifying than a ride on a great roller coaster! These are a few of my favorites from around the world. Please comment and let me know your favorite\\!\n\n![The Talocan in Koln Germany was scary and thrilling](https:\/\/images.squarespace-cdn.com\/content\/v1\/56be39b84d088e43fa929789\/1571531338650-BX5U7X4EGY77TFCTW3Z8\/Talocan.jpg)\n\n**TALOCAN**\n\n### **Phantasia Land Thrill Ride \\| Köln, Germany**\nJust standing in line and watching this one will make your stomach turn and take your breath away. In fact, watching it may be worse than riding it. There is something about the combination of the bursts of flame, jets of water, beating death-march drums, the Indiana Jones-type vibe, the blood-curdling screams and an extreme whipping and twirling action that would make a Navy Seal cry for his momma\\!\n\nI love the Talocan because it’s not a traditional roller coaster in any sense. Truly unique, you experience a feeling of airlessness and suspense that will leave you breathless. It takes you dangerously close to the flames and then sprays your face with water…all the while the drum beats to add intense drama.\n\nThis is Europe’s only top spin ride. It leaves riders dangling upside down. All the blood rushes to your head, then it whips you around—maybe forward, maybe backward—with extreme force and intense disorientation. The only ride in Germany that might compare is a drive on the famous Autobahn, where speed limits are non-existent.\n\n[![](https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41WNyPG0YZL._SL500_.jpg)](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0BRWYMJYS?tag=sailorsandsea-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)\n\n[Buy on Amazon](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0BRWYMJYS?tag=sailorsandsea-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)\n\n[![](https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41G5GQF7ieL._SL500_.jpg)](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B09B359W79?tag=sailorsandsea-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)\n\n[Buy on Amazon](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B09B359W79?tag=sailorsandsea-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)\n\n![What is the fastest roller coaster in the world?](https:\/\/images.squarespace-cdn.com\/content\/v1\/56be39b84d088e43fa929789\/1571531367629-LQMWEUOV9BTI7ZP7XTG4\/Ferrari+World.jpg)\n\n**FORMULA ROSSA**\n\n### **World’s Fastest Roller Coaster - Ferrari World \\| Yas Island \\| Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates**\nWorking a convention in Abu Dhabi, I had a rare afternoon off. I called my buddy in Dubai to see if he would meet me at Ferrari World to catch a ride on the world’s fastest roller coaster. His quick answer… “No freaking way!”\n\nSolo ride for me.\n\nWhen the fastest roller coaster on the planet takes off, you feel like you’ve been shot from a cannon. No kidding. The acceleration is 240 kilometers per hour in less than five seconds. It launches you 52 meters into the sky at 4.8 Gs.\n\nGoggles are a requirement, but even with protective eyewear, I felt like my eyeballs were being ripped from the sockets. When I got off the ride, my hair was in such a tangled mess it took about an hour to get a comb through it. The park was built in 2010 around the legendary Ferrari story. The island also holds the Yas Marina Circuit, host of the Formula One Grand Prix.\n\n![Disney’s Rock \\&amp; Roller coaster one of the scariest roller coasters in the world](https:\/\/images.squarespace-cdn.com\/content\/v1\/56be39b84d088e43fa929789\/1571531395809-RPUBKS0H8DOBURRBEM9E\/Aerosmith.jpg)\n\n**AEROSMITH ROCK ‘N ROLLER COASTER**\n\n### **Thrilling Roller Coaster at Hollywood Studios \\| Orlando, Florida, USA**\nThis one was all about the music. I’ll never forget it… Aerosmith’s classic tune “Dude Looks Like a Lady” was playing when I rode it. I will always remember this one—not so much for the fun ride—but because it marked a monumental moment in my daughter, Shelby’s, life. She was 9. We stood in line for about an hour and at the last minute the fear got to her and she opted out. So I rode solo with strangers. She immediately regretted this decision and vowed never to feel that way again. Ever since, she has never passed up an opportunity to ride any roller coaster, anywhere, any time. Now, she’s my thrill partner\\!\n\nStaged as a backstage pass to an Aerosmith concert, this ride takes off in a flash at 60 miles per hour in a stretch limo, passing legendary Los Angeles landmarks along the way. With two rollover loops and one corkscrew, this ride is even more exciting because it happens in the dark with only some strobe flashes of black-lit scenery along the way. You never quite know what is next and you can’t see it coming\\!\n\n![Insanity the ride is totally insane and one of the scariest thrill rides in the world](https:\/\/images.squarespace-cdn.com\/content\/v1\/56be39b84d088e43fa929789\/1571531416771-JPEON02FQAQY7UO1AZ0W\/Insanity.jpg)\n\n**INSANITY - THE RIDE**\n\n### **Super Scary Roller Coaster -** [**Stratosphere Tower \\| Las Vegas, Nevada, USA**](https:\/\/www.tripster.com\/detail\/skyjump-stratosphere-las-vegas?aid=RDA1114120)\nThis is perhaps the most perfect name for a roller coaster ever—it’s insane! This one is not for anyone with even a slight fear of heights. With 3G force at 40 miles per hour, this ride angles you at a 70-degree tilt and happens 40 feet from the Stratosphere Tower observation deck—a whopping 906 feet above the Las Vegas Strip. It extends 68 feet over the edge of the 1,149-foot tower.\n\nThere are more than 100 different variations of the ride, ranging from a simple family ride to an extreme experience. You can decide whether it’s a good or a bad idea to first down one of the signature Stratosphere cocktails before strapping in. It will give you a shot of courage beforehand, but perhaps a severe tummy ache afterward. While there, also check out X-Scream and Big Shot\\!\n\n![Disney’s Hulk roller coaster is very similar to the Rock and roller coaster](https:\/\/images.squarespace-cdn.com\/content\/v1\/56be39b84d088e43fa929789\/1571531441328-3S15AS5SCDEWYHUVSXXH\/hulk+roller+coaster.jpg)\n\n**THE INCREDIBLE HULK COASTER®**\n\n### **Scary Roller Coaster at Universal Studios \\| Orlando, Florida, USA**\nAccelerate from zero to 40 mph in two seconds flat, with the force equal to that of a jet taking off an aircraft carrier. The weightless \"Zero G\" roll turns your world upside down and then a power surge provides a burst of speed.\n\nThe Hulk launches you 150 feet in the air and reaches top speeds of 67 mph. There are seven inversions and two subterranean trenches during the 2-minute, 15-second ride.\n\nThe first time I experienced this ride was with my daughter, Shelby. We had a fast pass and rode it over and over and over again. We couldn’t get enough. I returned several years later and again, enjoyed this one multiple times! It’s not the scariest, but it’s perhaps the most addictive\\!\n\n![The hollywood rip ride rocket at universal studios orlando](https:\/\/images.squarespace-cdn.com\/content\/v1\/56be39b84d088e43fa929789\/1571531464121-SZ792O0EQB8977STRDR6\/Rockit.jpg)\n\n**HOLLYWOOD RIP RIDE ROCKIT**\n\n### **Scary Roller Coaster at Universal Studios \\| Orlando, Florida, USA**\nI could hear the screams from the other side of the park.\n\nAdrenaline pumping and music thumping, you start climbing straight up, lying flat on your back at a 90-degree angle. When you hit the summit 17 stories above Universal Studios, a moment later you plunge face first at 65 miles per hour.\n\nOrlando's tallest roller coaster also features several exciting, \"never been done\" elements, including the world's first non-inverting loop.\n\nAfter riding the Hulk several times, we studied this one while trying to build the courage. It would be pretty easy to talk yourself out of it. Climbing the first tower at a 90-degree angle is the scariest part. The ride features a great soundtrack and you can choose your music, which then accompanies the video you can purchase. Super cool and totally worth it\\!\n\n![The iron shark at pleasure pier in galveston Texas](https:\/\/images.squarespace-cdn.com\/content\/v1\/56be39b84d088e43fa929789\/1571531492101-SSUOJZ9JKXMOEMBSEV3I\/Iron+Shark.jpg)\n\n**IRON SHARK**\n\n### **Scary Roller Coaster at Pleasure Pier \\| Galveston, Texas, USA**\nThe Iron Shark features a 100-foot vertical lift with an equally vertical drop. Tracking at 52 miles per hour, this 1,246-foot coaster track includes a diving loop, greater-than-vertical drop and four full inversions.\n\nSimilar to Universal’s Rockit with the 90-degree climb, the Iron Shark is unique because it sits on the pier directly on the water and takes you soaring over the Gulf of Mexico.\n\nAfter a fun day of segueing through the streets and beaches of Galveston, Shelby and I joined dear friends, Joe and Teresa, for several hours on Pleasure Pier where we rode this ride at least 20 times.\n\nI’m ready for the next exciting adventure. 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Or death.\n\nIt’s the anticipation, the fear, the excitement, the lingering question of whether you will plunge to the earth and splat on the pavement. And then—even though it only lasts a few seconds—it’s the thrill of the actual ride that can make your heart pump out of your chest and provide a rush you’ll never forget.\n\nAnd if your heart stays inside your body and you actually survive it...well, you usually want more\\!\n\nAs a genuine thrill-seeking, adrenaline junkie, there is nothing more scary, exciting, exhilarating and gratifying than a ride on a great roller coaster! These are a few of my favorites from around the world. Please comment and let me know your favorite\\!\n\n![The Talocan in Koln Germany was scary and thrilling](https:\/\/images.squarespace-cdn.com\/content\/v1\/56be39b84d088e43fa929789\/1571531338650-BX5U7X4EGY77TFCTW3Z8\/Talocan.jpg)\n\n**TALOCAN**\n\n### **Phantasia Land Thrill Ride \\| Köln, Germany**\nJust standing in line and watching this one will make your stomach turn and take your breath away. In fact, watching it may be worse than riding it. There is something about the combination of the bursts of flame, jets of water, beating death-march drums, the Indiana Jones-type vibe, the blood-curdling screams and an extreme whipping and twirling action that would make a Navy Seal cry for his momma\\!\n\nI love the Talocan because it’s not a traditional roller coaster in any sense. Truly unique, you experience a feeling of airlessness and suspense that will leave you breathless. It takes you dangerously close to the flames and then sprays your face with water…all the while the drum beats to add intense drama.\n\nThis is Europe’s only top spin ride. It leaves riders dangling upside down. All the blood rushes to your head, then it whips you around—maybe forward, maybe backward—with extreme force and intense disorientation. The only ride in Germany that might compare is a drive on the famous Autobahn, where speed limits are non-existent.\n\n[![](https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41WNyPG0YZL._SL500_.jpg)](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0BRWYMJYS?tag=sailorsandsea-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)\n\n[![](https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41G5GQF7ieL._SL500_.jpg)](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B09B359W79?tag=sailorsandsea-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)\n\n![What is the fastest roller coaster in the world?](https:\/\/images.squarespace-cdn.com\/content\/v1\/56be39b84d088e43fa929789\/1571531367629-LQMWEUOV9BTI7ZP7XTG4\/Ferrari+World.jpg)\n\n**FORMULA ROSSA**\n\n### **World’s Fastest Roller Coaster - Ferrari World \\| Yas Island \\| Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates**\nWorking a convention in Abu Dhabi, I had a rare afternoon off. I called my buddy in Dubai to see if he would meet me at Ferrari World to catch a ride on the world’s fastest roller coaster. His quick answer… “No freaking way!”\n\nSolo ride for me.\n\nWhen the fastest roller coaster on the planet takes off, you feel like you’ve been shot from a cannon. No kidding. The acceleration is 240 kilometers per hour in less than five seconds. It launches you 52 meters into the sky at 4.8 Gs.\n\nGoggles are a requirement, but even with protective eyewear, I felt like my eyeballs were being ripped from the sockets. When I got off the ride, my hair was in such a tangled mess it took about an hour to get a comb through it. The park was built in 2010 around the legendary Ferrari story. The island also holds the Yas Marina Circuit, host of the Formula One Grand Prix.\n\n![Disney’s Rock \\&amp; Roller coaster one of the scariest roller coasters in the world](https:\/\/images.squarespace-cdn.com\/content\/v1\/56be39b84d088e43fa929789\/1571531395809-RPUBKS0H8DOBURRBEM9E\/Aerosmith.jpg)\n\n**AEROSMITH ROCK ‘N ROLLER COASTER**\n\n### **Thrilling Roller Coaster at Hollywood Studios \\| Orlando, Florida, USA**\nThis one was all about the music. I’ll never forget it… Aerosmith’s classic tune “Dude Looks Like a Lady” was playing when I rode it. I will always remember this one—not so much for the fun ride—but because it marked a monumental moment in my daughter, Shelby’s, life. She was 9. We stood in line for about an hour and at the last minute the fear got to her and she opted out. So I rode solo with strangers. She immediately regretted this decision and vowed never to feel that way again. Ever since, she has never passed up an opportunity to ride any roller coaster, anywhere, any time. Now, she’s my thrill partner\\!\n\nStaged as a backstage pass to an Aerosmith concert, this ride takes off in a flash at 60 miles per hour in a stretch limo, passing legendary Los Angeles landmarks along the way. With two rollover loops and one corkscrew, this ride is even more exciting because it happens in the dark with only some strobe flashes of black-lit scenery along the way. You never quite know what is next and you can’t see it coming\\!\n\n![Insanity the ride is totally insane and one of the scariest thrill rides in the world](https:\/\/images.squarespace-cdn.com\/content\/v1\/56be39b84d088e43fa929789\/1571531416771-JPEON02FQAQY7UO1AZ0W\/Insanity.jpg)\n\n**INSANITY - THE RIDE**\n\n### **Super Scary Roller Coaster -** [**Stratosphere Tower \\| Las Vegas, Nevada, USA**](https:\/\/www.tripster.com\/detail\/skyjump-stratosphere-las-vegas?aid=RDA1114120)\nThis is perhaps the most perfect name for a roller coaster ever—it’s insane! This one is not for anyone with even a slight fear of heights. With 3G force at 40 miles per hour, this ride angles you at a 70-degree tilt and happens 40 feet from the Stratosphere Tower observation deck—a whopping 906 feet above the Las Vegas Strip. It extends 68 feet over the edge of the 1,149-foot tower.\n\nThere are more than 100 different variations of the ride, ranging from a simple family ride to an extreme experience. You can decide whether it’s a good or a bad idea to first down one of the signature Stratosphere cocktails before strapping in. It will give you a shot of courage beforehand, but perhaps a severe tummy ache afterward. While there, also check out X-Scream and Big Shot\\!\n\n![Disney’s Hulk roller coaster is very similar to the Rock and roller coaster](https:\/\/images.squarespace-cdn.com\/content\/v1\/56be39b84d088e43fa929789\/1571531441328-3S15AS5SCDEWYHUVSXXH\/hulk+roller+coaster.jpg)\n\n**THE INCREDIBLE HULK COASTER®**\n\n### **Scary Roller Coaster at Universal Studios \\| Orlando, Florida, USA**\nAccelerate from zero to 40 mph in two seconds flat, with the force equal to that of a jet taking off an aircraft carrier. The weightless \"Zero G\" roll turns your world upside down and then a power surge provides a burst of speed.\n\nThe Hulk launches you 150 feet in the air and reaches top speeds of 67 mph. There are seven inversions and two subterranean trenches during the 2-minute, 15-second ride.\n\nThe first time I experienced this ride was with my daughter, Shelby. We had a fast pass and rode it over and over and over again. We couldn’t get enough. I returned several years later and again, enjoyed this one multiple times! It’s not the scariest, but it’s perhaps the most addictive\\!\n\n![The hollywood rip ride rocket at universal studios orlando](https:\/\/images.squarespace-cdn.com\/content\/v1\/56be39b84d088e43fa929789\/1571531464121-SZ792O0EQB8977STRDR6\/Rockit.jpg)\n\n**HOLLYWOOD RIP RIDE ROCKIT**\n\n### **Scary Roller Coaster at Universal Studios \\| Orlando, Florida, USA**\nI could hear the screams from the other side of the park.\n\nAdrenaline pumping and music thumping, you start climbing straight up, lying flat on your back at a 90-degree angle. When you hit the summit 17 stories above Universal Studios, a moment later you plunge face first at 65 miles per hour.\n\nOrlando's tallest roller coaster also features several exciting, \"never been done\" elements, including the world's first non-inverting loop.\n\nAfter riding the Hulk several times, we studied this one while trying to build the courage. It would be pretty easy to talk yourself out of it. Climbing the first tower at a 90-degree angle is the scariest part. The ride features a great soundtrack and you can choose your music, which then accompanies the video you can purchase. Super cool and totally worth it\\!\n\n![The iron shark at pleasure pier in galveston Texas](https:\/\/images.squarespace-cdn.com\/content\/v1\/56be39b84d088e43fa929789\/1571531492101-SSUOJZ9JKXMOEMBSEV3I\/Iron+Shark.jpg)\n\n**IRON SHARK**\n\n### **Scary Roller Coaster at Pleasure Pier \\| Galveston, Texas, USA**\nThe Iron Shark features a 100-foot vertical lift with an equally vertical drop. Tracking at 52 miles per hour, this 1,246-foot coaster track includes a diving loop, greater-than-vertical drop and four full inversions.\n\nSimilar to Universal’s Rockit with the 90-degree climb, the Iron Shark is unique because it sits on the pier directly on the water and takes you soaring over the Gulf of Mexico.\n\nAfter a fun day of segueing through the streets and beaches of Galveston, Shelby and I joined dear friends, Joe and Teresa, for several hours on Pleasure Pier where we rode this ride at least 20 times.\n\nI’m ready for the next exciting adventure. 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Boilerpipe Text	The world’s scariest thrill rides. As a genuine thrill-seeking, adrenaline junkie, there is nothing more scary, exciting, exhilarating and gratifying than a ride on a great roller coaster! These are a few of my favorites from around the world. By Michelle Segrest — Navigate Travel Adventures from #myofficetoday Strap yourself in and get ready for the ride of your life. Or death. It’s the anticipation, the fear, the excitement, the lingering question of whether you will plunge to the earth and splat on the pavement. And then—even though it only lasts a few seconds—it’s the thrill of the actual ride that can make your heart pump out of your chest and provide a rush you’ll never forget. And if your heart stays inside your body and you actually survive it...well, you usually want more! As a genuine thrill-seeking, adrenaline junkie, there is nothing more scary, exciting, exhilarating and gratifying than a ride on a great roller coaster! These are a few of my favorites from around the world. Please comment and let me know your favorite! TALOCAN Phantasia Land Thrill Ride \| Köln, Germany Just standing in line and watching this one will make your stomach turn and take your breath away. In fact, watching it may be worse than riding it. There is something about the combination of the bursts of flame, jets of water, beating death-march drums, the Indiana Jones-type vibe, the blood-curdling screams and an extreme whipping and twirling action that would make a Navy Seal cry for his momma! I love the Talocan because it’s not a traditional roller coaster in any sense. Truly unique, you experience a feeling of airlessness and suspense that will leave you breathless. It takes you dangerously close to the flames and then sprays your face with water…all the while the drum beats to add intense drama. This is Europe’s only top spin ride. It leaves riders dangling upside down. All the blood rushes to your head, then it whips you around—maybe forward, maybe backward—with extreme force and intense disorientation. The only ride in Germany that might compare is a drive on the famous Autobahn, where speed limits are non-existent. FORMULA ROSSA World’s Fastest Roller Coaster - Ferrari World \| Yas Island \| Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Working a convention in Abu Dhabi, I had a rare afternoon off. I called my buddy in Dubai to see if he would meet me at Ferrari World to catch a ride on the world’s fastest roller coaster. His quick answer… “No freaking way!” Solo ride for me. When the fastest roller coaster on the planet takes off, you feel like you’ve been shot from a cannon. No kidding. The acceleration is 240 kilometers per hour in less than five seconds. It launches you 52 meters into the sky at 4.8 Gs. Goggles are a requirement, but even with protective eyewear, I felt like my eyeballs were being ripped from the sockets. When I got off the ride, my hair was in such a tangled mess it took about an hour to get a comb through it. The park was built in 2010 around the legendary Ferrari story. The island also holds the Yas Marina Circuit, host of the Formula One Grand Prix. AEROSMITH ROCK ‘N ROLLER COASTER Thrilling Roller Coaster at Hollywood Studios \| Orlando, Florida, USA This one was all about the music. I’ll never forget it… Aerosmith’s classic tune “Dude Looks Like a Lady” was playing when I rode it. I will always remember this one—not so much for the fun ride—but because it marked a monumental moment in my daughter, Shelby’s, life. She was 9. We stood in line for about an hour and at the last minute the fear got to her and she opted out. So I rode solo with strangers. She immediately regretted this decision and vowed never to feel that way again. Ever since, she has never passed up an opportunity to ride any roller coaster, anywhere, any time. Now, she’s my thrill partner! Staged as a backstage pass to an Aerosmith concert, this ride takes off in a flash at 60 miles per hour in a stretch limo, passing legendary Los Angeles landmarks along the way. With two rollover loops and one corkscrew, this ride is even more exciting because it happens in the dark with only some strobe flashes of black-lit scenery along the way. You never quite know what is next and you can’t see it coming! INSANITY - THE RIDE Super Scary Roller Coaster - Stratosphere Tower \| Las Vegas, Nevada, USA This is perhaps the most perfect name for a roller coaster ever—it’s insane! This one is not for anyone with even a slight fear of heights. With 3G force at 40 miles per hour, this ride angles you at a 70-degree tilt and happens 40 feet from the Stratosphere Tower observation deck—a whopping 906 feet above the Las Vegas Strip. It extends 68 feet over the edge of the 1,149-foot tower. There are more than 100 different variations of the ride, ranging from a simple family ride to an extreme experience. You can decide whether it’s a good or a bad idea to first down one of the signature Stratosphere cocktails before strapping in. It will give you a shot of courage beforehand, but perhaps a severe tummy ache afterward. While there, also check out X-Scream and Big Shot! THE INCREDIBLE HULK COASTER® Scary Roller Coaster at Universal Studios \| Orlando, Florida, USA Accelerate from zero to 40 mph in two seconds flat, with the force equal to that of a jet taking off an aircraft carrier. The weightless "Zero G" roll turns your world upside down and then a power surge provides a burst of speed. The Hulk launches you 150 feet in the air and reaches top speeds of 67 mph. There are seven inversions and two subterranean trenches during the 2-minute, 15-second ride. The first time I experienced this ride was with my daughter, Shelby. We had a fast pass and rode it over and over and over again. We couldn’t get enough. I returned several years later and again, enjoyed this one multiple times! It’s not the scariest, but it’s perhaps the most addictive! HOLLYWOOD RIP RIDE ROCKIT Scary Roller Coaster at Universal Studios \| Orlando, Florida, USA I could hear the screams from the other side of the park. Adrenaline pumping and music thumping, you start climbing straight up, lying flat on your back at a 90-degree angle. When you hit the summit 17 stories above Universal Studios, a moment later you plunge face first at 65 miles per hour. Orlando's tallest roller coaster also features several exciting, "never been done" elements, including the world's first non-inverting loop. After riding the Hulk several times, we studied this one while trying to build the courage. It would be pretty easy to talk yourself out of it. Climbing the first tower at a 90-degree angle is the scariest part. The ride features a great soundtrack and you can choose your music, which then accompanies the video you can purchase. Super cool and totally worth it! IRON SHARK Scary Roller Coaster at Pleasure Pier \| Galveston, Texas, USA The Iron Shark features a 100-foot vertical lift with an equally vertical drop. Tracking at 52 miles per hour, this 1,246-foot coaster track includes a diving loop, greater-than-vertical drop and four full inversions. Similar to Universal’s Rockit with the 90-degree climb, the Iron Shark is unique because it sits on the pier directly on the water and takes you soaring over the Gulf of Mexico. After a fun day of segueing through the streets and beaches of Galveston, Shelby and I joined dear friends, Joe and Teresa, for several hours on Pleasure Pier where we rode this ride at least 20 times. I’m ready for the next exciting adventure. Tell me about your favorite thrill ride! You may also like these RELATED ARTICLES: If you like this article about Thrill Rides and Scary Roller Coasters, please PIN IT! This page contains affiliate links. If you click on the product links and make a purchase, it allows me to make a small commission at no extra cost to you! Thank you for your support and I hope you find value in this content!
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As a genuine thrill-seeking, adrenaline junkie, there is nothing more scary, exciting, exhilarating and gratifying than a ride on a great roller coaster! These are a few of my favorites from around the world. By Michelle Segrest — Navigate Travel Adventures from \#myofficetoday Strap yourself in and get ready for the ride of your life. Or death. It’s the anticipation, the fear, the excitement, the lingering question of whether you will plunge to the earth and splat on the pavement. And then—even though it only lasts a few seconds—it’s the thrill of the actual ride that can make your heart pump out of your chest and provide a rush you’ll never forget. And if your heart stays inside your body and you actually survive it...well, you usually want more\! As a genuine thrill-seeking, adrenaline junkie, there is nothing more scary, exciting, exhilarating and gratifying than a ride on a great roller coaster! These are a few of my favorites from around the world. Please comment and let me know your favorite\! ![The Talocan in Koln Germany was scary and thrilling](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/56be39b84d088e43fa929789/1571531338650-BX5U7X4EGY77TFCTW3Z8/Talocan.jpg) TALOCAN ### Phantasia Land Thrill Ride \\| Köln, Germany Just standing in line and watching this one will make your stomach turn and take your breath away. In fact, watching it may be worse than riding it. There is something about the combination of the bursts of flame, jets of water, beating death-march drums, the Indiana Jones-type vibe, the blood-curdling screams and an extreme whipping and twirling action that would make a Navy Seal cry for his momma\! I love the Talocan because it’s not a traditional roller coaster in any sense. Truly unique, you experience a feeling of airlessness and suspense that will leave you breathless. It takes you dangerously close to the flames and then sprays your face with water…all the while the drum beats to add intense drama. This is Europe’s only top spin ride. It leaves riders dangling upside down. All the blood rushes to your head, then it whips you around—maybe forward, maybe backward—with extreme force and intense disorientation. The only ride in Germany that might compare is a drive on the famous Autobahn, where speed limits are non-existent. 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His quick answer… “No freaking way!” Solo ride for me. When the fastest roller coaster on the planet takes off, you feel like you’ve been shot from a cannon. No kidding. The acceleration is 240 kilometers per hour in less than five seconds. It launches you 52 meters into the sky at 4.8 Gs. Goggles are a requirement, but even with protective eyewear, I felt like my eyeballs were being ripped from the sockets. When I got off the ride, my hair was in such a tangled mess it took about an hour to get a comb through it. The park was built in 2010 around the legendary Ferrari story. The island also holds the Yas Marina Circuit, host of the Formula One Grand Prix. ![Disney’s Rock \& Roller coaster one of the scariest roller coasters in the world](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/56be39b84d088e43fa929789/1571531395809-RPUBKS0H8DOBURRBEM9E/Aerosmith.jpg) AEROSMITH ROCK ‘N ROLLER COASTER ### Thrilling Roller Coaster at Hollywood Studios \\| Orlando, Florida, USA This one was all about the music. I’ll never forget it… Aerosmith’s classic tune “Dude Looks Like a Lady” was playing when I rode it. I will always remember this one—not so much for the fun ride—but because it marked a monumental moment in my daughter, Shelby’s, life. She was 9. We stood in line for about an hour and at the last minute the fear got to her and she opted out. So I rode solo with strangers. She immediately regretted this decision and vowed never to feel that way again. Ever since, she has never passed up an opportunity to ride any roller coaster, anywhere, any time. Now, she’s my thrill partner\! Staged as a backstage pass to an Aerosmith concert, this ride takes off in a flash at 60 miles per hour in a stretch limo, passing legendary Los Angeles landmarks along the way. With two rollover loops and one corkscrew, this ride is even more exciting because it happens in the dark with only some strobe flashes of black-lit scenery along the way. You never quite know what is next and you can’t see it coming\! ![Insanity the ride is totally insane and one of the scariest thrill rides in the world](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/56be39b84d088e43fa929789/1571531416771-JPEON02FQAQY7UO1AZ0W/Insanity.jpg) INSANITY - THE RIDE ### Super Scary Roller Coaster - [Stratosphere Tower \\| Las Vegas, Nevada, USA](https://www.tripster.com/detail/skyjump-stratosphere-las-vegas?aid=RDA1114120) This is perhaps the most perfect name for a roller coaster ever—it’s insane! This one is not for anyone with even a slight fear of heights. With 3G force at 40 miles per hour, this ride angles you at a 70-degree tilt and happens 40 feet from the Stratosphere Tower observation deck—a whopping 906 feet above the Las Vegas Strip. It extends 68 feet over the edge of the 1,149-foot tower. There are more than 100 different variations of the ride, ranging from a simple family ride to an extreme experience. You can decide whether it’s a good or a bad idea to first down one of the signature Stratosphere cocktails before strapping in. It will give you a shot of courage beforehand, but perhaps a severe tummy ache afterward. While there, also check out X-Scream and Big Shot\! ![Disney’s Hulk roller coaster is very similar to the Rock and roller coaster](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/56be39b84d088e43fa929789/1571531441328-3S15AS5SCDEWYHUVSXXH/hulk+roller+coaster.jpg) THE INCREDIBLE HULK COASTER® ### Scary Roller Coaster at Universal Studios \\| Orlando, Florida, USA Accelerate from zero to 40 mph in two seconds flat, with the force equal to that of a jet taking off an aircraft carrier. The weightless "Zero G" roll turns your world upside down and then a power surge provides a burst of speed. The Hulk launches you 150 feet in the air and reaches top speeds of 67 mph. There are seven inversions and two subterranean trenches during the 2-minute, 15-second ride. The first time I experienced this ride was with my daughter, Shelby. We had a fast pass and rode it over and over and over again. We couldn’t get enough. I returned several years later and again, enjoyed this one multiple times! It’s not the scariest, but it’s perhaps the most addictive\! ![The hollywood rip ride rocket at universal studios orlando](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/56be39b84d088e43fa929789/1571531464121-SZ792O0EQB8977STRDR6/Rockit.jpg) HOLLYWOOD RIP RIDE ROCKIT ### Scary Roller Coaster at Universal Studios \\| Orlando, Florida, USA I could hear the screams from the other side of the park. Adrenaline pumping and music thumping, you start climbing straight up, lying flat on your back at a 90-degree angle. When you hit the summit 17 stories above Universal Studios, a moment later you plunge face first at 65 miles per hour. Orlando's tallest roller coaster also features several exciting, "never been done" elements, including the world's first non-inverting loop. After riding the Hulk several times, we studied this one while trying to build the courage. It would be pretty easy to talk yourself out of it. Climbing the first tower at a 90-degree angle is the scariest part. The ride features a great soundtrack and you can choose your music, which then accompanies the video you can purchase. Super cool and totally worth it\! ![The iron shark at pleasure pier in galveston Texas](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/56be39b84d088e43fa929789/1571531492101-SSUOJZ9JKXMOEMBSEV3I/Iron+Shark.jpg) IRON SHARK ### Scary Roller Coaster at Pleasure Pier \\| Galveston, Texas, USA The Iron Shark features a 100-foot vertical lift with an equally vertical drop. Tracking at 52 miles per hour, this 1,246-foot coaster track includes a diving loop, greater-than-vertical drop and four full inversions. Similar to Universal’s Rockit with the 90-degree climb, the Iron Shark is unique because it sits on the pier directly on the water and takes you soaring over the Gulf of Mexico. After a fun day of segueing through the streets and beaches of Galveston, Shelby and I joined dear friends, Joe and Teresa, for several hours on Pleasure Pier where we rode this ride at least 20 times. I’m ready for the next exciting adventure. Tell me about your favorite thrill ride\! 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Readable Markdown	## The world’s scariest thrill rides. As a genuine thrill-seeking, adrenaline junkie, there is nothing more scary, exciting, exhilarating and gratifying than a ride on a great roller coaster! These are a few of my favorites from around the world. By Michelle Segrest — Navigate Travel Adventures from \#myofficetoday Strap yourself in and get ready for the ride of your life. Or death. It’s the anticipation, the fear, the excitement, the lingering question of whether you will plunge to the earth and splat on the pavement. And then—even though it only lasts a few seconds—it’s the thrill of the actual ride that can make your heart pump out of your chest and provide a rush you’ll never forget. And if your heart stays inside your body and you actually survive it...well, you usually want more\! As a genuine thrill-seeking, adrenaline junkie, there is nothing more scary, exciting, exhilarating and gratifying than a ride on a great roller coaster! These are a few of my favorites from around the world. Please comment and let me know your favorite\! ![The Talocan in Koln Germany was scary and thrilling](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/56be39b84d088e43fa929789/1571531338650-BX5U7X4EGY77TFCTW3Z8/Talocan.jpg) TALOCAN ### Phantasia Land Thrill Ride \\| Köln, Germany Just standing in line and watching this one will make your stomach turn and take your breath away. In fact, watching it may be worse than riding it. There is something about the combination of the bursts of flame, jets of water, beating death-march drums, the Indiana Jones-type vibe, the blood-curdling screams and an extreme whipping and twirling action that would make a Navy Seal cry for his momma\! I love the Talocan because it’s not a traditional roller coaster in any sense. Truly unique, you experience a feeling of airlessness and suspense that will leave you breathless. It takes you dangerously close to the flames and then sprays your face with water…all the while the drum beats to add intense drama. This is Europe’s only top spin ride. It leaves riders dangling upside down. All the blood rushes to your head, then it whips you around—maybe forward, maybe backward—with extreme force and intense disorientation. The only ride in Germany that might compare is a drive on the famous Autobahn, where speed limits are non-existent. [![](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41WNyPG0YZL._SL500_.jpg)](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BRWYMJYS?tag=sailorsandsea-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) [![](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41G5GQF7ieL._SL500_.jpg)](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09B359W79?tag=sailorsandsea-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) ![What is the fastest roller coaster in the world?](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/56be39b84d088e43fa929789/1571531367629-LQMWEUOV9BTI7ZP7XTG4/Ferrari+World.jpg) FORMULA ROSSA ### World’s Fastest Roller Coaster - Ferrari World \\| Yas Island \\| Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Working a convention in Abu Dhabi, I had a rare afternoon off. I called my buddy in Dubai to see if he would meet me at Ferrari World to catch a ride on the world’s fastest roller coaster. His quick answer… “No freaking way!” Solo ride for me. When the fastest roller coaster on the planet takes off, you feel like you’ve been shot from a cannon. No kidding. The acceleration is 240 kilometers per hour in less than five seconds. It launches you 52 meters into the sky at 4.8 Gs. Goggles are a requirement, but even with protective eyewear, I felt like my eyeballs were being ripped from the sockets. When I got off the ride, my hair was in such a tangled mess it took about an hour to get a comb through it. The park was built in 2010 around the legendary Ferrari story. The island also holds the Yas Marina Circuit, host of the Formula One Grand Prix. ![Disney’s Rock \& Roller coaster one of the scariest roller coasters in the world](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/56be39b84d088e43fa929789/1571531395809-RPUBKS0H8DOBURRBEM9E/Aerosmith.jpg) AEROSMITH ROCK ‘N ROLLER COASTER ### Thrilling Roller Coaster at Hollywood Studios \\| Orlando, Florida, USA This one was all about the music. I’ll never forget it… Aerosmith’s classic tune “Dude Looks Like a Lady” was playing when I rode it. I will always remember this one—not so much for the fun ride—but because it marked a monumental moment in my daughter, Shelby’s, life. She was 9. We stood in line for about an hour and at the last minute the fear got to her and she opted out. So I rode solo with strangers. She immediately regretted this decision and vowed never to feel that way again. Ever since, she has never passed up an opportunity to ride any roller coaster, anywhere, any time. Now, she’s my thrill partner\! Staged as a backstage pass to an Aerosmith concert, this ride takes off in a flash at 60 miles per hour in a stretch limo, passing legendary Los Angeles landmarks along the way. With two rollover loops and one corkscrew, this ride is even more exciting because it happens in the dark with only some strobe flashes of black-lit scenery along the way. You never quite know what is next and you can’t see it coming\! ![Insanity the ride is totally insane and one of the scariest thrill rides in the world](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/56be39b84d088e43fa929789/1571531416771-JPEON02FQAQY7UO1AZ0W/Insanity.jpg) INSANITY - THE RIDE ### Super Scary Roller Coaster - [Stratosphere Tower \\| Las Vegas, Nevada, USA](https://www.tripster.com/detail/skyjump-stratosphere-las-vegas?aid=RDA1114120) This is perhaps the most perfect name for a roller coaster ever—it’s insane! This one is not for anyone with even a slight fear of heights. With 3G force at 40 miles per hour, this ride angles you at a 70-degree tilt and happens 40 feet from the Stratosphere Tower observation deck—a whopping 906 feet above the Las Vegas Strip. It extends 68 feet over the edge of the 1,149-foot tower. There are more than 100 different variations of the ride, ranging from a simple family ride to an extreme experience. You can decide whether it’s a good or a bad idea to first down one of the signature Stratosphere cocktails before strapping in. It will give you a shot of courage beforehand, but perhaps a severe tummy ache afterward. While there, also check out X-Scream and Big Shot\! ![Disney’s Hulk roller coaster is very similar to the Rock and roller coaster](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/56be39b84d088e43fa929789/1571531441328-3S15AS5SCDEWYHUVSXXH/hulk+roller+coaster.jpg) THE INCREDIBLE HULK COASTER® ### Scary Roller Coaster at Universal Studios \\| Orlando, Florida, USA Accelerate from zero to 40 mph in two seconds flat, with the force equal to that of a jet taking off an aircraft carrier. The weightless "Zero G" roll turns your world upside down and then a power surge provides a burst of speed. The Hulk launches you 150 feet in the air and reaches top speeds of 67 mph. There are seven inversions and two subterranean trenches during the 2-minute, 15-second ride. The first time I experienced this ride was with my daughter, Shelby. We had a fast pass and rode it over and over and over again. We couldn’t get enough. I returned several years later and again, enjoyed this one multiple times! It’s not the scariest, but it’s perhaps the most addictive\! ![The hollywood rip ride rocket at universal studios orlando](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/56be39b84d088e43fa929789/1571531464121-SZ792O0EQB8977STRDR6/Rockit.jpg) HOLLYWOOD RIP RIDE ROCKIT ### Scary Roller Coaster at Universal Studios \\| Orlando, Florida, USA I could hear the screams from the other side of the park. Adrenaline pumping and music thumping, you start climbing straight up, lying flat on your back at a 90-degree angle. When you hit the summit 17 stories above Universal Studios, a moment later you plunge face first at 65 miles per hour. Orlando's tallest roller coaster also features several exciting, "never been done" elements, including the world's first non-inverting loop. After riding the Hulk several times, we studied this one while trying to build the courage. It would be pretty easy to talk yourself out of it. Climbing the first tower at a 90-degree angle is the scariest part. The ride features a great soundtrack and you can choose your music, which then accompanies the video you can purchase. Super cool and totally worth it\! ![The iron shark at pleasure pier in galveston Texas](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/56be39b84d088e43fa929789/1571531492101-SSUOJZ9JKXMOEMBSEV3I/Iron+Shark.jpg) IRON SHARK ### Scary Roller Coaster at Pleasure Pier \\| Galveston, Texas, USA The Iron Shark features a 100-foot vertical lift with an equally vertical drop. Tracking at 52 miles per hour, this 1,246-foot coaster track includes a diving loop, greater-than-vertical drop and four full inversions. Similar to Universal’s Rockit with the 90-degree climb, the Iron Shark is unique because it sits on the pier directly on the water and takes you soaring over the Gulf of Mexico. After a fun day of segueing through the streets and beaches of Galveston, Shelby and I joined dear friends, Joe and Teresa, for several hours on Pleasure Pier where we rode this ride at least 20 times. I’m ready for the next exciting adventure. Tell me about your favorite thrill ride\! 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