FAQ

General

What is special about Spike compared to Gravity Coasters?

Rack railways have been around for a long time. What makes Spike different?

Why does the Spike track look so different?

How is the gear rack mounted to the track?

Can the Spike drive be replaced by LSM or other drive types?

Is the Spike idea patented?

Where is Spike built?

Where did the Spike idea come from?

How is the Spike sensation different from a gravity coaster?

Could the Spike vehicle ride like a gravity coaster without the rack?

Can switches and special effects be integrated into the Spike layout?

The Spike car is full of technology, how about the maintenance costs?

What is the energy consumption?

What happens in the event of a power outage or other malfunction?

Are there interfaces to show control?

What is the capacity of the two-seater Spike Racing?

What does interactivity "cost"?

What station design is appropriate for short dispatch intervals?

Is the ASM Launch Coaster interactive?

What is the difference between a Spike ASM launch and a LSM launch coaster?

What happens if there is a malfunction in the upside-down position?

How are the seats tilted?