Homemade roller coaster (video)
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amazingly cool... at the same time it is a perfect example of what you don't want on an amusement ride (but the attempt is commendable). There's a pretty good reason why roller coast loops are generally clothoidal and not circular. Notice how the passengers are jerked around at the entrance and exit of the loop - that's literally excessive jerk (change in acceleration). I just wouldn't let young kids ride :/
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Yes it looks totally safe. And there's absolutely no chance to break one's neck. Safe.
Kudos to the guy!
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i wonder if this guys insurance company knows he's letting people ride a homemade roller coaster on his property?
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Nuts!
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hey! he deleted it! :(
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