Goliath (Walibi Holland)
Ride information
The roller coaster is another collaboration of Swiss manufacturer Intamin and German engineer Werner Stengel. It employs similar lift hill technology as Expedition GeForce, utilizing a cable lift. The ride premiered in the 2002 season.
Ride layout
After climbing out of the station, the train is released from the catch car at the top of the lift hill and accelerates down the 152-foot (46 m) first drop and runs over a large hill. After dropping for the second time, it ascends a hill called a Stengel Dive, the top being overbanked to around 100° to the right, before dropping down into a 270° downward helix. After medium-sized curved hill, it negotiates a 380° upwards helix and a bend to take the track parallel to the lift hill. Before entering the brake run, riders experience considerable air-time on three bunny hops.
Trains
Goliath has two trains with eight cars each. Each car seats two across in two rows. The trains are made of steel and have stadium-style seating. Restraints are hydraulic lap-bars.
Gallery
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Overview of the roller coaster.
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A close up of the braking system.
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Goliath repainted in blue with black supports in 2017.
References
- ^ Marden, Duane. "Goliath (Walibi Holland)". Roller Coaster DataBase.
- ^ Alvey, Robb (20 December 2009). "Goliath Roller Coaster Front Seat POV Walibi World". Theme Park Review. YouTube. Archived from the original on 2021-12-15. Retrieved 25 July 2010.
External links
- Walibi Holland website
- Attraction webpage (English Translation)