Sol Spin (Knott's Berry Farm)
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Sol Spin is a swinging Top Scan ride at Knott's Berry Farm built by Mondial Rides. Riders spins in a circular rotation while swinging in an angle. The ride opened to the general public on April 21, 2017 in the Fiesta Village section of the park.[1] Designed by Mondial, Sol Spin is a tipsy top turvy adventure taking places 6 stories high over Fiesta Village. As the ride lifts off the ground, riders begin spinning in a circular motion while guests are spun around. At its peak, Sol Spin rotates guests in circular motion at 60 feet in the air. Riders can experience up to 4gs at the peak of the ride. In addition, the ride is located on the former spot of Windseeker which was also built by Mondial. Sol Spin is unique as it is the largest Mondial Top Scan to this day. Knott's Sol Spin was customized to fit in the former location of Windseeker.[2]
Sol Spin | |
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Knotts Berry Farm | |
Area | Fiesta Village |
Status | Operating |
Opening date | April 21, 2017 |
Replaced | Windseeker |
Ride statistics | |
Manufacturer | Mondial Rides |
Model | Top Scan |
Height | 60 ft (18 m) |
G-force | +4g / -3g |
Capacity | 36 guests per cycle riders per hour |
Vehicles | 6 |
Riders per vehicle | 6 riders for each free-rotating gondola |
Duration | 1:50 |
Height restriction | 54–76 in (137–193 cm) |
Fast Lane available | |
Must transfer from wheelchair |