The Ride
In 1995 Silverwood Theme Park was looking for a wooden thriller to add to their park. After looking at many shapes and styles, they came to an agreement with Custom Coasters International to build an Out and Back design that would parallel Highway 95 that runs directly beside the park. As the construction progressed the skyline of the park changed drastically, and Timber Terror was born. Timber Terror stands at a mere 85 feet so it's definatly isn't a coaster that coaster fanatics would call thrilling at first glance, but after riding it there's just something that makes them want to ride it over and over again.
The Experience
The ride on Timber Terror is different in every seat, so after riders choose their seats the climb up the rather small 85 foot lift hill. The train reaches the summit quickly and levels out giving riders a chance to take in the beautiful scenery, but that doesn't last long. Soon, riders find themselves plummeting down the first drop almost hitting the ground. Next, it's a series of Camelback Hills that give riders the feeling they are going to be lifted out of their seats. After the Camelback section, comes the turnaround section. The thing about Timber Terror is that it has very little banking, meaning that when you enter the turns you're either going to get real close to your partner or the side of the coaster car. The trains exit the turnaround and straightens out, before riders enter the surprise element of the ride. Without warning the trains make a large drop right into the structure of the ride. From that point you crest a series of speed hills, without any sign of slowing down. Riders then enter the finale of the ride, which is a large helix. Upon exiting the helix the trains slam into the final brakes with enough speed to make you wonder why this coaster isn't longer.
Timber Terror definatly accomplished Silverwoods goal of putting them on the map. This coaster can pack a punch.
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