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Slideshow: The Best Places to Ride Roller Coasters

 3. Sky Rocket, Kennywood, West Mifflin, Pennsylvania

 

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This 65-second thrill ride uses technology called the Linear Synchronous Motor, which shoots riders from 0 to 50 in less than 3 seconds. The ride also has a 95-foot climb that hangs briefly before plummeting into a 90-degree drop.

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