Then came announcements that caused the jaws of coaster enthusiasts to drop, with Rocky Mountain unveiling plans to add a barrel roll to the 1992 Rattler wooden coaster at Six Flags Fiesta Texas ...

Holding three world records, Six Flags’ Goliath is the fastest wooden coaster with the longest and steepest drop, reaching top speeds of 72 mph. The coaster uses newer track technology and is… ...

Knott’s Berry Farm plans a full restoration of the aging GhostRider wooden coaster as part of a 75th anniversary celebration of the Ghost Town area of the Buena Park theme park.

Kings Island, outside Cincinnati, Ohio, announces that it’s extending the length of The Beast roller coaster by 2 feet, solidifying its grip on the record of world’s longest wooden roller coaster.

For a city built on steel, some of the most sought- after attractions in Pittsburgh are actually made of wood. Just ask the more than 400 members of the American Coaster Enthusiasts.

He’s more than 90 years old and a bit creaky. But the old guy still has it. Dorney Park this year refurbished its wooden roller coaster, Thunderhawk. It now boasts new cars and fresh white pa… ...

Built in four weeks by the masterful design team Prior & Church, it’s one of the oldest wooden coasters still operating today. Its longevity is a rare feat — many early wooden coasters have ...

Six Flags Great America says a new wooden roller coaster it plans to build will be the fastest such ride in the world, sending thrill-seekers barreling over the tracks at up to 72 mph.

It's pretty much a yearly occurrence these days -- some amusement park is setting a new roller coaster record. Maybe it's for speed. Maybe it's for a special design feature. But since 1979, The ...