Sledgehammer, Spinning amusement ride at Canada's Wonderland, Ontario, Canada.
The Sledgehammer is a spinning amusement ride at Canada's Wonderland where six claw-shaped cars carry eight riders each around a central tower. The ride tosses passengers upward and swings them through the air in sweeping arcs before dropping them back down repeatedly throughout the experience.
The ride opened in May 2003 as the world's first jumping machine of its kind, creating an entirely new category of amusement attractions. This innovation set the standard for similar rides that would later appear in parks around the globe.
The ride represents an evolution in Canadian entertainment technology, drawing visitors from across North America to experience its mechanical innovation.
Riders must be at least 137 centimeters (54 inches) tall to use this ride. The attraction operates only during dry weather, so plan your visit for clear conditions and check availability before heading over.
Each cycle lasts roughly two minutes and layers multiple motions simultaneously to catch riders off guard. The constant shift between upward thrusts, spinning twists, and sudden drops means riders never know what sensation comes next.
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