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Fascinating questions. Why do some people feel sick on rides and others don't? Why do people scream on rides? Which roller coaster reaches a speed of 150 mph in 4.9 seconds?
Unusual facts What acrophobia is. The man who built a roller coaster in his backyard. Getting stuck in a broken ride 35 meters above the ground for six hours. The guy who spent 672 hours and 59 consecutive minutes on the Monstre de La Ronde in Montreal.
History and Customs The origin of the expression "roller coaster." Belmont Park and the first ride at La Ronde. The names of roller coasters obtained over the years according to their height (mega, giga, strata, terra) and much more!
All this and a host of other roller coaster truths, supported by funny illustrations and a perfectly explosive layout # adapted to the subjects covered, for truly exciting books entirely designed in Quebec. It smells like great fun!
Unusual facts What acrophobia is. The man who built a roller coaster in his backyard. Getting stuck in a broken ride 35 meters above the ground for six hours. The guy who spent 672 hours and 59 consecutive minutes on the Monstre de La Ronde in Montreal.
History and Customs The origin of the expression "roller coaster." Belmont Park and the first ride at La Ronde. The names of roller coasters obtained over the years according to their height (mega, giga, strata, terra) and much more!
All this and a host of other roller coaster truths, supported by funny illustrations and a perfectly explosive layout # adapted to the subjects covered, for truly exciting books entirely designed in Quebec. It smells like great fun!