Skara Sommarland Confirms Tranan; World's First S&S Eagle Coaster

[Brandon]

2009 - Tranan - Confirmed - (10/16/08) The park has confirmed the addition of Tranan, the world’s first S&S Soarin’ Eagle coaster (or at least I think that’s what S&S was calling it.)





This is a very uniquely designed coaster creation themed to look like the riders are sitting in canoes strapped to the wings of a giant bird soaring through the sky. Words and still images do this ride no justice, so check out this video showing off a prototype layout for the coaster that was on display at S&S at last year’s IAAPA convention. The Skara version will be 20 meters tall and 500 meters long, holding 8 passengers per car. In addition to this new ride the park will also get the old Vikingen ride from Grona Lund.

http://www.screamscape.com/html/smal...karaSommarland

S&S Eagle Coaster Animation: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d1ItUGoggC8

[Tom]

I think this will be a hit, family ride that is. Great idea. Can't wait for some reviews.

[Gemini78]

That actually looks like a fun ride that will provide some very unique sensations. I'm looking forward to pictures and reviews.

[Michael]

I knew this would be a hit, awesome.

EDIT: Hey, anyone find that train to look a little familiar?




http://clipart.toonarific.com/data/m...ic_Pickles.gif

[Tom]

Lmao thats great!

[Steelinwood]

Yeah I saw this a while back, they look amazing. The counter balance thing is really cool and adds for a thrilling effect!

[Michael]

I found this and thought I would update it. Looks like Tranan is now flying smoothly:






http://rcdb.com/id4312.htm

Courtesy of rcdb.com


This looks really really cool, hopefully it's a reliable system.

[Dietcokevan]

Loving the trains, very X2-ish

Ride must be very unique!