Coney Island "CYCLONE" |
| The Coney Island "Cyclone" was originally installed in 1927 by Harry C Baker, using the design of Vernan Keenan. The original cost was $100,000. The track is 3,000 feet long, and reaches speeds of about 60 miles per hour. The lift hill is 85 feet high, and the ride generally lasts about 1 minute and 50 seconds. There are three 3-car trains, each seating 24 people. The Cyclone has been acknowledged as a National Historic Landmark |
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| Above are two shots of parts of the exclusive team who maintain, manage and operate the Cyclone. In the left photo, in no particular order are: John, Jerry, Anthony, JB, Chris, George, Tankie, Ray, Joe, Elmer, Peter and Robert. | A view from the middle of Surf Ave | ||||
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| This is a view of the
rest of Astroland from the Cyclone. |
Here, you see a full view of the Thundebolt coaster, defunct for about 30 years now. | ||||
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| The old parachute ride is a landmark of Coney's past. | The cars
of this ferris wheel roll in and out from the center of the structure! WOW, what a cool ride. |
Here's an expensive antique carousel for ya | |||
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| This is of the inspection track of the Cyclone. This area makes it easy to do an inspection, lubricate and make repairs to the underside of the trains. To see more photos like this, and to learn about what's involved with roller coaster safety, please GO HERE | |||||
| These are of the Thunderbolt. It is about two blocks from the Cyclone. It is a sad looking machine after being dormant for something like 30 years I am told. | ||
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| Falling apart | Who's the person living under this coaster anyway? | The tree in the track adds a special touch, yes? |
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| It's enough to make you want to step back in time. | Sorry, but there's not much hope for these cars. | I don't know who uses these new-looking chairs...ghosts? |
