VIDEO: Cedar Point’s Top Thrill 2 - First Ride

The newest addition to Cedar Point’s legendary lineup of roller coasters promises an unparalleled thrill experience unlike any other.

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Boasting the title of the world’s tallest and fastest triple launch coaster, this groundbreaking ride catapults thrill-seekers to 120 miles per hour in a matter of seconds, propelling them skyward to a staggering height of 420 feet.

The ride uses an all-new linear synchronous motor (LSM) launch system. It starts by launching down the straightaway reaching speeds of 74 mph, racing toward the sky on Top Thrill 2’s original 420-foot-tall “top hat” tower. After experiencing weightlessness during the “rollback” – the coveted fan-favorite moment when the train’s momentum isn’t great enough to make it up and over the tower – the train shifts into reverse and into its second launch, reaching speeds of 101 mph.

Riders then see Cedar Point unlike ever before as they speed into a backward climb at a 90-degree angle on a new, 420-foot-tall track tower. After a second moment of weightlessness, the train shifts into drive and races forward into its third launch, clocking in at the ride’s top speed of 120 mph.

Crossing over the top hat tower, the train decelerates momentarily before diving into a 270-degree spiral and crossing the finish line.

With the ride construction and initial testing complete, there’s one more thing to do…. RIDE!

Watch below as Coaster Nation’s founder, Dan Hower, and marketing director, Alyssa Schipani, experience their first ride on Top Thrill 2.

Cedar Point’s newest attraction promises to redefine the boundaries of coaster innovation and cement the park’s status as a mecca for thrill-seekers worldwide. As anticipation continues to build, coaster enthusiasts eagerly await the opportunity to experience the unparalleled thrill of the world’s tallest and fastest triple launch coaster for themselves.

Cedar Point is revving up excitement for the upcoming debut of Top Thrill 2 with a series of exclusive preview events:

Prayers From Maria Charity Ride

Sunday, April 28
Noon – 3:00 p.m.
$120 per ticket
Exclusive; extremely limited capacity
Tickets on sale Weds, April 3

This charity event is the very first chance for the public to ride Top Thrill 2. For your donation of $120 per ticket, you’ll not only support a wonderful Cedar Point charity partner, Prayers From Maria, but will have the opportunity to ride Top Thrill 2 multiple times, along with Power Tower, Corkscrew, Super Himalaya and Magnum XL-200.

*A commemorative Top Thrill 2 gift will be provided, along with complimentary food & beverage. All proceeds go directly to Prayers From Maria.

Cedar Point Prestige Passholder Preview

Sunday, April 28
4:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Free (reservation & valid 2024 Cedar Point Prestige Pass required)
Limited capacity
Reservations opens Weds, April 3
*Prestige Passholders from other parks with All-Park Passport are not eligible for this preview

Cedar Point Prestige Passholders can experience Top Thrill 2 on Sunday, April 28 from 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. During this preview, guests will receive a boarding pass to ride Top Thrill 2 once during an assigned time window. In addition, Power Tower, Corkscrew, Super Himalaya and Magnum XL-200 will be open.

*Guests may also purchase all-new Top Thrill 2 merchandise from the new CP Racing Store or purchase food & beverage from BackBeatQue.

2023 Coastermania Keychain Holders

Sunday, April 28
4:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Free (reservation & Coastermania keychain required)
Registration opens Weds, April 3

Guests who participated in Coastermania 2023 who also have a CP Racing keychain are invited to join the Cedar Point Prestige Passholder Preview event. Boarding passes will be issued for an assigned time window to ride Top Thrill 2 once, and the same rides/offerings will be available.

**Coastermania guests who have a CP Racing keychain must register for this event and must present their keychain at the gate to enter. Registrants without a CP Racing keychain will not be admitted.

2024 Cedar Point Gold & Summer Passholder Previews

Tuesday, April 30
Wednesday, May 1
Thursday, May 2
4:00 – 10:00 p.m.
Free (registration and valid 2024 Cedar Point Gold or Summer Pass required)
Limited capacity
Registration opens Weds, April 3.

For three days, 2024 Cedar Point Gold & Summer Passholders, along with 2024 Platinum and Ticket of a Lifetime Passholders are invited to register for a chance to ride Top Thrill 2, in addition to Power Tower, Super Himalaya, Corkscrew and Magnum XL-200. Valid Passholders can select one single day to participate.

Like the other events, boarding passes will be issued with an assigned time window to ride Top Thrill 2 once. The CP Racing Store & BackBeatQue will be open for purchases. *This event is for 2024 Cedar Point Gold & Summer Passholders only. Cedar Point Prestige Passholders or Gold Passholders from other parks may not register for these events.

Each event promises a thrilling experience with limited capacity, ensuring an unforgettable preview of Cedar Point’s latest attraction. More details on the events and how to register can be found Here.

With its innovative design and relentless intensity, Cedar Point’s newest coaster promises to push the boundaries of thrill rides and redefine the coaster experience for adrenaline junkies worldwide.

More information including tickets, visit the official Cedar Point website by clicking here.

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