The amusement park announced that the coaster was also included in the top five steel roller coasters in the world.
TAMPA, Fla. – Iron Guzzi on the roller coaster Busch Gardens in Tampa It may be less than a year old, but it has already set the bar high as the ride won Best New Roller Coaster at the Golden Ticket Awards this year.
The prestigious Golden Ticket Awards ceremony took place on the weekend of September 10. Awards given include Best New Attraction, Best New Water Park Attraction, Best Rides and more.
The criteria for winning comes from a variety of “with hundreds of industry veterans, industry journalists and ride providers” voting for the best in each category.
Iron Goose is the tallest coaster in North America and the fastest and fastest hybrid coaster in the world, Busch Gardens said in a news release. In addition to winning Best New Roller Coaster, Iron Gwazi also ranked among the top five steel roller coasters in the world. The coaster only made its debut in March 2022.
“On behalf of all our ambassadors and enthusiasts around the world, it’s an honor to attend this year’s Golden Ticket Awards ceremony and accept the award for Best New Roller Coaster,” said Neil Thurman, President of Parks at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. said in a statement. “Iron Goose is the thrill of a lifetime. If you haven’t experienced the Iron Goose rush yet, I hope you can join us in the park this fall or during our family favorite event, Christmas Town.” are
So what can riders expect with the Iron Gwazi? Guests will experience a 206-foot peak with a 91-degree drop as the coaster reaches speeds of up to 76 miles per hour. There is also more than 4000 feet of track.