Ripsaw, Thrill ride in Forbidden Valley, Alton Towers, England.
The Ripsaw operated as a Huss Top Spin ride with a 40-passenger gondola that rotated through multiple sequences controlled by robotic arms.
Installed in March 1997 as a replacement for the Thunder Looper, this mechanical attraction served visitors until its final operation in December 2015.
The industrial design of Ripsaw, featuring a central twist drill mechanism, reinforced the mechanical theme of the Forbidden Valley section.
The complete ride experience lasted two minutes and included 35 water jets that activated during specific sequences of the rotation cycle.
The gondola movement incorporated face-down positioning above water fountains, producing an intense physical experience with forces reaching 2.3G.
GPS coordinates: 52.99060,-1.89250
Latest update: March 2, 2025 20:49
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