Ride Statistics

Ride Type:	Steel looping coaster
Height:	116 ft
Top Speed:	60 mph
Length:	3600 ft
Year Introduced:	1978
Inversions:	2
Manufacturer:	Schwarzkopf
Duration:	2 min
Height Requirement:	42"
Status:	Standing but not Operating
Flash Pass Enabled:	No

Shock Wave

Shock Wave is a classic looping steel coaster introduced to the Tower section of the park in 1978. The tallest continuous-circuit coaster in the world when first opened, Shock Wave is one of the few looping roller coasters that remains to have lap bars (as opposed to over-the-shoulder restraints). Not only does the ride feature two consecutive vertical loops (whose circular shape causes forces up to 6 Gs), but it also features hills that create powerful ejector airtime (negative Gs).

The ride is built alongside Interstate 30 and, when it first opened, was reportedly responsible for several wrecks from distracted drivers.

Ongoing Rehabilitation

The Shock Wave has thrilled guests for over 30 years, but has ultimately outlived its operational expectancy. In order to ensure the ride can continue to safely operate, the park has begun yearly rehabilitation on the ride, removing entire track sections in order to restore them from the effects of metal fatigue. Sometimes this rehabilitation cannot be completed within the short, 2-month off-season the park has and must continue into the beginning of the season.

This track restoration/rehabilitation explains why the Shock Wave at Six Flags over Texas is occasionally closed and mysteriously missing track pieces.

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Ride Comments

Attraction comments/reviews are the opinion of the poster and do not necessarily represent the views of GuideToSFoT.com.

I love Shockwave!!! Take my for it, there is an INSANE amount of airtime to be had on this ride! This coaster features a different track than most Schwarzkopf coasters. The lap bars only add to the thrill! There is a crazy amount of positive G's on the two loops. The ride remains extremely smooth for its age and features original trains! Also, the Shockwave is a good first looping coaster for kids. Overall, this coaster is one of my favorite rides at the park.

MY RATING: 5 stars

Comment Posted: November 25, 2010

samisthabomb

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