Gemini (roller coaster) facts for kids
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Two trains race to the finish on Gemini
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| Cedar Point | |||
| Coordinates | 41°29′10.75″N 82°41′22.75″W / 41.4863194°N 82.6896528°W | ||
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| Opening date | June 17, 1978 | ||
| Cost | $3,400,000 | ||
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| Type | Steel – Dueling – Racing | ||
| Manufacturer | Arrow Dynamics | ||
| Designer | Ron Toomer | ||
| Model | Special Coaster Systems | ||
| Lift/launch system | Chain | ||
| Red | Blue | ||
| Height | 125 ft (38.1 m) | 125 ft (38.1 m) | |
| Drop | 118 ft (36.0 m) | 118 ft (36.0 m) | |
| Length | 3,935 ft (1,199.4 m) | 3,935 ft (1,199.4 m) | |
| Speed | 60 mph (96.6 km/h) | 60 mph (96.6 km/h) | |
| Inversions | 0 | 0 | |
| Duration | 2:40 | 2:40 | |
| Max vertical angle | 55° | 55° | |
| Capacity | 3,300 riders per hour | ||
| Height restriction | 48 in (122 cm) | ||
| Trains | 4 trains with 5 cars. Riders are arranged 2 across in 3 rows for a total of 30 riders per train. | ||
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| Gemini at RCDB Pictures of Gemini at RCDB |
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Gemini is an exciting racing roller coaster found at Cedar Point amusement park in Sandusky, Ohio. It opened in 1978 and was built by Arrow Dynamics. The coaster was designed by Ron Toomer.
What makes Gemini special is its unique design. It has a structure made of wood, but its tracks are made of steel. This mix of materials is why it's sometimes called a "steel hybrid" coaster. When it first opened, Gemini was advertised as the tallest, fastest, and steepest roller coaster in the world. However, these claims were not entirely true, as other coasters had already surpassed these records. For example, the Loch Ness Monster opened earlier that year and was taller.
Ride Experience
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Get ready for a race! Gemini features two separate tracks, one red and one blue, that run side-by-side. This allows two trains to race each other throughout most of the ride. You'll climb a 125-foot (38 m) tall lift hill. From the top, you'll plunge down a 118-foot (36 m) drop at a steep 55-degree angle.
As you speed down, your train can reach speeds of up to 60 miles per hour (97 km/h)! The tracks briefly split apart into separate loops, called helices, before coming back together for the exciting finish. Gemini is known for being able to handle a lot of riders, making it one of the park's highest capacity rides.
Originally, the station allowed guests to enter from both the front and back. Now, riders only enter from the back. The coaster used to run with three trains on each side, for a total of six trains. Today, Gemini operates with four trains, two on each side, ensuring a smooth and fun racing experience.
