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Six Flags Discovery Kingdom has installed the first compact version of the Gerstlauer spinning roller coaster. Tony Hawk's Big Spin delivers a one-of-a-kind experience each time as the cars spin, uncontrolled while they grind over drops, turns and helices.
| Year | Track | Type | Designer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Steel | Spinning Twister | Gerstlauer |
| Height: 48 feet | Drop: 27 feet |
| Length: 1,292 feet | Trains: 8 - 4 passenger |
| Ride Time: 1 minute, 38 seconds |
Opening date: May 23, 2008
Individual cars have two rows facing each other, seating two abreast per row.
Estimated cost: $6.5 million
Height requirement: Must be at least 42 inches tall to ride with an adult or 47 inches to ride alone.
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