SPIKE FUN
CHALLENGE GRAVITY
06/2023 press release
Excitement on the spot: Maurer Rides tests the Spike Fun at Skyline Park
Skyline Park, Germany, June 06, 2023 - Maurer Rides’ team was thrilled when they got the unique opportunity to try out the Spike Fun prototype at Skyline Park. As part of an exclusive test run, employees were able to experience Maurer Rides' all-new product first-hand and record their impressions.
The Spike Fun, the world's first roller coaster with 45° rearward tilting seats, was put through its paces. The test riders had the opportunity to experience the new ride with the seat's innovative tilting function and assume various positions during the ride.
Everyone was impressed by the versatility and new riding experience offered by Spike Fun; especially the wheelie effect during acceleration - and in both forward and reverse directions. During the wheelie, the seat tilts back surprisingly during the launch and thus enhances the acceleration sensation immensely. Additionally, the jump over the Camelback triggered great enthusiasm. In the course of the jump, the seat tilt compensates for the respective slope of the Camelback, so that the seat remains horizontally aligned during the descent. The passenger thus feels as if he or she is jumping over the crest, and the rail is no longer visible to them.
The testers made intensive use of the option to interactively adjust the seat position. With this innovation every ride felt differently and there are no limits to experimentation. Of course, the adjustment of the seat tilt can also be program-controlled, allowing passengers to enjoy a ride that has been perfectly tailored to enhance the experience of every second of the ride.
The test run at Skyline Park was a first opportunity to explore the potential of the Spike Fun prototype while immersing ourselves in an invaluable learning experience. These findings will fuel the ongoing evolution and optimization of the product, so that new features will reach their full potential and ensure an unparalleled ride experience.
About Maurer Rides
Maurer Rides is a leading manufacturer of roller coasters and amusement rides with a long tradition in developing innovative and unique attractions. The company continuously sets new standards in the amusement park industry and strives to provide visitors with unforgettable experiences. With the Spike Fun, Maurer Rides introduces a groundbreaking innovation that takes the ride experience to a new level.