Is The Big Apple Coaster in Las Vegas Still Bad?

Im headed to Las Vegas to see if the Big Apple Coaster is still bad or if it’s improved from the last time I rode it. I also make a couple stops along the way at some iconic locations. Hope you enjoy today’s vlog!
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[@ThemeParkObsessionDD]

Looks like the Big Apple Coaster barely made the Hyper Coaster cut. The casino says the coaster is 203 but I’m also seeing a little over 180. Also here in the comments I’m seeing 203 so for right now we will call it Hyper. 😁

[@spentron1]

ht. 203', lift 180', 1st drop 76', 2nd drop 144', speed 67 mph. I mostly liked the coaster, main disappointment was it looks BAD up there, though good from the ground.

[@AriessunvirgomoonlightLibraise]

OMG that del taco in Baker is totally haunted. I was in the bathroom an a dark shadow moved over my stall an the door closed in the stall next to me, when i walked out not one person was in there but me

[@chrislaustin]

As far as I know, Desperado has tested off and on during Covid and staff said it was just to keep the maintenance up in case they ever wanted to reopen it(it wouldn't be as bad if it just sat for years). So yeah, it's been mixed messages for sure, but it was caught testing here and there over the years, as it can still test even though it doesn't have the proper permits for public rides. But at this point, no telling what condition it's in, or when it was last tested etc. Seems a waste for that and the log flume to be setting vacant, but the hotel doesn't seem that busy either, so it's probably a cost vs. rewards type deal at the moment. But if the coaster and log ride opened, maybe more people would stop? I've been living in Vegas since 95, and as many times as I've been past the state line, I never got to ride either attraction. So hopefully one day they'll both open and I can give them a go.

[@LindaSolis-b9s]

Oh my gosh!! Such a fun video! You and Michael are about the same age as my son and we visited Vegas back towards the end of when they were billing it as a "Family Destination" and building the roller coasters, monorail- and even an outdoor amusement park (which had just closed). We wanted to ride the coaster in NY NY also, but the day we went it was closed. After what I've heard, maybe it's a good thing we didn't ride! 😅

[@coreymarr4186]

Speed at the Sahara was so much fun. Miss that one

[@nyckmo9047]

Manhattan Express was THE worst roller coaster I've ever been on...but I haven't ridden it since the upgrade to new vehicles. But I refuse to go on it ever again. I thought Matterhorn was rattly. This one takes the cake. Also, loved that you went to see Buffalo Bill's Resort. I went in the 90s and just seeing your footage brought back so many memories. Bummer to see the rides closed. I actually really enjoyed the log ride!

[@Mike__B]

Last time I was in Vegas at the casino across the street, I remember seeing a coupon for that coaster 2 people for $10/each, and at the time I thought that was extremely expensive for a single roller coaster ride, to hear it at $25 now, yikes man.

[@stephenn77]

Dylan, did you ever go to the old amusement park at MGM Grand? It had a Wizard of Oz theme. I never went but did check it out. Sad face! 😔 Apparently it had a coaster and river raft ride! I’ve been to the Circus Circus amusement park though. I am still very sad that the Mindbender up in Canada is gone!! I went on it once years ago and it was crazy intense.

[@HHNZombie]

The MGM Grand Theme Park was very cool. I went several times, before they cut it down to a small version. An indoor coaster, mine train ride, very good log ride, their version of jungle cruise, terrible motion simulator, sea lion show, and theater show with performers under black lights. Defunctland has a really good video of much of the park. My favorite visits were Halloween, when they turned it into MGM Scream Park. They had four houses, live massive pumpkin carving with chainsaws, lots of scare zones, even weddings in hearses. Houses were no slouches, on par with old Knotts houses. They only did the scare park for a couple of years. This was back in the days when they had the Oz display in the main casino. The theme park slowly was decimated, and finally closed to make way for more hotel rooms…

[@natalieescobedo4068]

The MGM park was cool. I went when they first opened it. It is a shame it is gone

[@xcoasterenthusiast]

As a Smash Bros fan I realized that it was where Slamfest 99 was held. A piece of lost media involving actors in costumes of Mario, Donkey Kong, Yoshi, and Pikachu acting out a brawl to promote the original Smash game on the Nintendo 64 in 1999.

[@tbx59]

The State Line coaster is like Viper without the inversions - used to love riding it as a kid.

[@kentslocum]

$25 for a single ride on a rattly roller coaster? Wow; never thought I'd say that Disneyland was looking like a good value. 😊

[@thrasher2753]

Buffalo Bills theme-ing still holds up till this day. Really wish they would bring new life into the rides. But these were made back in the day when they were trying to push Vegas as a family friendly place. Sadly, Primm Nevada doesn't get much visitors these days compared to the earlier 90s/2000s. Most people go straight to Vegas now. Desperado was my first ever coaster and got me over the fear of thrill rides. Hopefully it re-opens someday.

[@JenniferClark24]

Last time I rode the Desperado coaster at Buffalo Bills, I broke 3 ribs after being slammed into the side. After so many years with shoddy maintenance and upkeep, there was no padding left at all.

[@MT-jd8pc]

Primm/state line has always been weird to me for a few reasons: 1: the absolute state of both casinos is horrible just from the outside 2: while I haven’t entered the building in a few years the mall is apparently abandoned 3: the near rundown liquor store in the corner of the buffalo bill casino and mall parking lots is within the California state boarder 4: the whiskey Pete hotel and casino houses THE REAL Bonnie and Clyde death car on display in the casino

[@princesskristan]

I got to see the car and other stuff the first time I went to Vegas, and I thought it was cool as a history fan. But yeah, Whiskey Pete's was pretty rundown, and I ate at the IHOP there, and it was decent

[@kokoluvs540]

You should do a adventure dome video

[@leahgayle]

Hope u didn't leave without riding Flyover, it's like soarin' . And also Michael is such a pure soul, seeing him excited make me giggle ❤

[@deannakiralla9047]

Great video. My husband and I stayed at Buffalo bills when it first opened. And yea it brought back memories. Can't wait for more vegas vlogs.

[@austinmckeon9836]

Love Buffalo Bills. Suck great memories. I built the entire resort and coaster on Planet Coaster as a passion project. It's on the workshop

[@ericsantoyo7455]

100% agree with you about Steel Eel at SWSA. Pro-tip ride the front of Steel Eel, way better experience. Omg that ride at NYNY is rough. Glad to see they got rid of the old trains. I hit my head so many times last time.

[@RickiMinaj23]

Omg, I just watched POV's of the Rollercoaster and Flume Ride, and I can see why he was scared of those men in the Flume Ride. There is one at the beginning that scared me, lol. You can shoot a lot of targets on that Ride as well. That Rollercoaster goes crazy too! It comes out of the building and just continues to climb out of the building. 😂

[@averym1514]

Its been so nice to see Michael in your videos so much lately

[@JerWHolley]

Dylan, did you ever ride Speed in the Sahara Hotel in Vegas when it was open?

[@ChadDeLanzo]

Fun fact about Desperado: at the time it originally opened, it was the world’s tallest rollercoaster!

[@ThemeParkObsessionDD]

It was king at one time. It still is legendary though. 😁

[@voldem0rt]

Its a fun coaster. I rode it in 96 or 97... New York New York Express. It was fun.

[@voldem0rt]

Uhhh..... After deciding to check myself on my memory timeline... It would appear I rode it the year it opened, 1997.

[@suzannessweetkitchen6266]

I've been at Disneyland for the last 5 days, just getting caught up on your videos. :)

[@rjkral]

Hey Dylan awesome video! HOW IS THE NY COASTER COMPARED TO VIPER at Magic Mtn? I'm fine with viper even today, but the stories of NY (Big Apple) coaster really put me off (and the price)...but I'm curious to try it after all these years and the first 2 drops look really awesome. I revisited Buffalo Bills a few years ago and similar to you I hadn't been since I visited when Desperado opened! Weird to go back when the last time the rides were brand new!

[@joeygassmann5595]

Great video! Thanks for the in depth look at the current state of Buffalo Bills! One note: Big Apple is actually a hyper at 203’!

[@ThemeParkObsessionDD]

Must have looked at the wrong stat on this one. Thanks for the update 😁

[@Nodeathnolife]

It's still crazy to think that this ride is still up despite it's infamous reputation

[@jamminpumpkins]

That table & chair boneyard is definitely where the Drop Tower used to be. That was my first S&S. I also liked Desperado, but it was really rough and tumble. I doubt it will ever run again, but it begs the question of why is it still standing? Same for the other attractions. $25 for one ride on Manhatta.... er, um, The Big Apple coaster. That's an easy pass for me, I can just rely on my memories of it.

[@ThemeParkObsessionDD]

The desperado thing is pretty interesting because you would think they would take it apart and sell the parts off for extra cash. So a part of me thinks they might try and refurbish it to get it back open.

[@brainwash480]

Think about how much of a pain in the ass it'd be to actually remove desperado. Like I honestly dont know how they'd get those indoor track pieces out without major construction. Then, on top of that, even if they did remove it, that'd just make the hotel/casino feel even more empty. Not saying it's a good excuse, but at least right now, buffalo bills can say "we have a ride, and it looks pretty but it's not operational" vs "look how empty it is in here".

[@JamesandPaulTryitAll]

We are just catching up on our KZbin after getting home and we just love how you showed off Baker and Desperado (both places I have yet to visit but wish I could have seen in their heyday) - Desperado looks like it was a lot of fun and I so wish that I had driven out to the state line a decade ago to ride it when it was operating ❤ I came into this one for the NYNY coaster (since James and I will be there in May to stay and do a “24 hours at…” video) but was surprised by Desperado and the alien jerky segments - great video ❤ Oh… and if you’re ever in Vegas again and want to Save money on riding the coaster at NYNY - The MyVegas mobile games let you use their Reward points on coupons for BOGO on the coaster (and sometimes free admissions) so if you do play MyVegas you can save money on it or even ride it for free. -Paul

[@ExploringAttractions]

that alien hotel will prob never open 😂 our last 5 visits it’s looked the exact same. but yes would definitely be better then star cruiser

[@jnotravels]

I'm glad at least you can ride if you want instead of being shut down like Buffalo Bill's but would be nice if the replaced the whole thing but seems like Vegas has trended away from those things.

[@HATED_ROMEO]

That's definitely where Turbo Drop was

[@aimsftw]

I went on the Manhattan Express in 2000! Along with Speed the Ride (RIP). We stayed at the Strat, but the weather was not great and their rides were closed during our trip (dang). We also did the Star Trek Experience, so glad I got to see that before it was gone. I plan on going back to Vegas some day and always thought I'd ride the Big Apple again, but that's expensive! (And now I'm "old" and a bit more protective of my back/neck than I was at 20 😅)

[@ramalino4lifetv861]

I remember going on both of them man how fun it used to be 😢

[@mizzhatbox]

Dylan have you guys gone and walked through the old abandoned Lake Delores Waterpark on the the Vegas side of Barstow? It's really neat walk through and to see the views.

[@ThemeParkObsessionDD]

I haven’t done that. I try to stay away from the abandoned stuff since you can get in trouble. But it looks like a cool place to explore.

[@KeybladeScar]

YOU DROVE RIGHT THROUGH WHERE I LIVE AND WENT TO VEGAS 😭😭😭😭

[@pinball541]

Dylan, what do you think about Knott's Berry Farm announcing that Montezooma's Revenge is going to be Re-Launching in 2025? Hello from Phoenix Arizona🌡🔥

[@Tangent360]

Big Apple Coaster, Manhattan Express, whatever; to my wife and I it'll always be The Mugger because it leaves you feeling like you just got beat up.

[@the_ambassador_ert]

That is the coaster that made me an enthusiast 🫶

[@ThemeParkObsessionDD]

It’s a classic in Las Vegas but man oh man is it a Togo lol

[@KevinGerhardt]

If they build a resort / hotel at the *Alien Jerky Shop* in Bakker, they better make sure that the Air Conditioner is fully running, as everyone knows Bakker gets pretty hot. $25.00 a ride o Desperado , that's pretty expensive; probably no On Ride Photo either (I never rode it). BTW is the *Primadona* still there at the state line. Years ago my dad and I went there and wanted to play some Poker. My dad did not know that I knew how to play, so he went one way and I went to the Poker tables. I started with $40.00 and left the table with almost $500.00.🎰♠♦♣♥🎰

[@heatherlp4818]

Desperado was my 21st birthday present to myself! My family and I traveled to Vegas for my 21st birthday so I could go to Primm!

[@user-jr4jt3up6g]

Me and my niece back in 1997. Road Desperado 30 times in a row. I had a headache for a. For a week. I miss those days.

[@adventureswithjose9739]

Togo made Ultra Twister which was a coaster at AstroWorld. It was a pipeline coaster with a 90ft drop that would then spin you through a round steel cage. It was wicked fast.

[@nickyptv7258]

It uses ancient style tracks of course it won’t be smooth and will cause discomfort

[@alexatl89]

The answer is yes

[@jennifermcneil8349]

Hey Dylan ever been to Elitches here in Denver? Thoughts?

[@jw.coasters]

The Drop Tower from Buffalo Bills was relocated to Lost Island theme park. I believe it was one of the first S&S towers.

[@nrick24]

Vegas time... buffalo bills... classic memories.... And adventure dome

[@johncorona8128]

Did you ever do the thrill rides at the top of the Stratosphere??? They used to have three. One was a spinning arm that moved you out over the edge of the tower. One was just a sled on a track that dipped you over the edge of the tower. And there was a 3rd I can’t remember. The sled one is the only one left. The swinging arm one was terrifying and one of the only times I got a little nauseous on a ride!! 🤢

[@TrapLordENT]

Hey Dylan, when will you do a Lego land visit? That'd be a sweet new edition to add to your exploration!

[@DaisyLynn-ho8gj]

They also had announced that there was going to be an alien theme park when the hotel was first announced.

[@sammacca5632]

I appreciate the new content, but the video was all about the New York coaster, and you have us about 7 seconds of footage of it running. Same as your normal vlogs, we’d love a little more ride footage. Pls and thanks 😊

[@erinsquire2749]

I just spend the night at Buffalo Bills with my family in past few monthsago in 2024 when I was one way back to San Diego

[@JTabor1976]

New York New York coaster is a fun ride!

[@gregramirez2935]

One day I was sitting at the bar and I did not know that the owner was sitting next to to me and my friend. It was talking to a friend of his, and his friend asked him if the roller coaster is so dangerous why was he would continually run it and he said the reason why is because it’s cheaper to pay the family of a person who wants to die on the coaster, then not at all.

[@prissymissliesl]

I'm so sad I never got to ride that Rollercoaster at Buffalo Bill's. I hope they can somehow reopen but I sadly don't think that will happen. The NYNY Rollercoaster is a little rough, but it's fun.

[@lizettemcgough495]

I was at buffalo bills hotel and casino last year and we ask an employee bout when will the rides reopen they told us that is closed permanently and will not be open anymore 😞. Love your videos.

[@justinakiefer8505]

Love the video and want some tips on starting a vlog channel for me and Michael are thinking of moving to Florida just us together someday and want to meet you some day at Disney land in June

[@jessecardinaels]

Surprised you didn’t hit up the adventuredome unless it’s another vid 😁

[@ThemeParkObsessionDD]

We checked it out in another video 😁

[@luisllama16]

Buffalo Bills always reminded me of Knotts Berry Farm

[@ThemeParkObsessionDD]

It does a little bit for me too. Maybe one day they will get the rides and everything back open.

[@BestlifeandBeyondofficial]

Loved this video!

[@User_lilie]

Loved this vlog!

[@michaelarredondo6178]

Can’t wait to go back!

[@JasonM-t9o]

I could be wrong, but I think that window was the drop tower control booth.

[@trevorjensen2706]

Dillon, do you think the ride should be completely scrapped, and replaced?

[@ThemeParkObsessionDD]

At the very least it should receive a re-track. It really needs it.

[@1979cush]

Adventure dome just opened its SpongeBob darkride built by Sally it is a separate charge from going into the Adventure Dome

[@kendalljennings8596]

My wife and I rode it 4 years ago and she got a really bad concussion from the New York New York rollercoaster.

[@mitchellries256]

I almost went on that ride when I was in Vegas back in 2005, but my parents didn't think the price for one ride on it (whatever it was) wasn't worth it. That's okay though as I was only nine years old at the time and I was still getting over my fear of rides that went upside down so I wasn't really brave enough to ride it personally. Besides, that was before it got those trains from Premier Rides, so it probably would've been a much rougher experience than it is today.

[@loriminard6460]

Safe travels you 2🎉

[@CC-sv9fs]

I think the Manhattan express is over hated i actually thought it was smother with the new trains maybe i just got a better ride but idk at least its got more airtime than Goliath at Mm and its kinda better than it too one of my unpopular coaster opinions.

[@ramalino4lifetv861]

The pants would fall down I remember

[@AMoran95]

My dad and sister rode that ride once when I was younger, but not me. Thing looked extremely unsafe. Glad to see the UFO hotel is still being built. I thought that thing was never going to happen.

[@donray2435]

BOOM GOES THE DYNAMITE

[@cheryloster3492]

Oh I rode it years ago. Never again. It was awful. I cried. 😂

[@SweetBlu]

What’s up with the abandoned train tracks/trestles inside that casino and outside? Many times I visited and never saw it working or in use.

[@natgoofy96]

I live near Vegas and haven't been on the Big Apple Coaster for 25 years.

[@patricia.716]

Loved this.. that ride is way better at night tho

[@rb5078]

$25???? $25!!!!!! I remember when I was $8 and I thought that was steep. Jeez. Definitely not worth it.

[@joey_cordova_]

The first time I went on The Manhattan Express was back in 2009. It was much smoother then. I went back in 2019 and it was really in need of a refurb. The hotel itself even was less fun. In 2009 it was really busy and had some interesting entertainment on the casino floor. In 2019, nothing. Just bland

[@ThemeParkObsessionDD]

The themes of a lot of the casinos are going away which is unfortunate. And yeah I agree the coaster needs some major refurbs. It’s too bumpy.

[@MsArlene3340]

Great video 😊

[@1abrebel]

My favorite alien jerky is the road kill

[@hotduelist]

Yooooo. You had to drive through my hometown to get there

[@celestinedorado3143]

Hi Dylan, i love your channel and your videos

[@mrchard40]

Why are the rides closed? And will they open again???

[@ThemeParkObsessionDD]

The casino was abandoned for years so just recently it was bought and reopened. I’m sure the rides are not really high on the priority list.

[@RickiMinaj23]

Is that place that when you're driving it just says, JERKY! Along the highway? Lol

[@HyperBRUIN]

Dylan, you have a tight job. I wish I could do what you do, without taking our viewership. SIGH...

[@steveblersch]

It’s a very rough coaster!

[@MelissaAndAlex]

My sister and I got the day pass rode it 57 time straight in high school 😂

[@ThemeParkObsessionDD]

Omg that’s insane haha. I could barely stand one let alone over 50.

[@TheWorldAccordingtoJim]

The New York-New York roller coaster has to be the worst coaster ever built😮 -5 star 🌟

[@HarleyQuinn-nl7zv]

I think they should make a alien dark ride with Animatronics and call it "Area 51 Alien invasion".

[@themeparklunatic1996]

I want desperado to open so bad never got to ride it in 2009 because my brother didn’t want to stop so I don’t have it

[@agt7532]

I still like it though.

[@ThemeParkObsessionDD]

It’s an iconic ride for sure. I just wish it was smoother.

[@joncarlson9932]

When was it bad?

[@user-nw3lj3vk9e]

only bad thing is the price. 25 is two expensive

[@ThemeParkObsessionDD]

Totally agree.

[@AriessunvirgomoonlightLibraise]

They filmed Ray Donavan there

[@mitchelholbrook9691]

$25 for 1 ride? And how much is Disney charging for lightning lane again? Just saying. IYKYK

[@theodoretoth2884]

This coaster is awful ! We had to buy Tylenol on the way out of gift store ! They need to knock this down and get a good coaster.

[@ronthedrummer4240]

🎉🎉get Dylan to 100k subs 🎉🎉

[@MrFerny09]

Bros gaining weight

[@ThemeParkObsessionDD]

All the Vegas buffets

[@ElJorro]

It's not bad so much as overpriced.

[@ThemeParkObsessionDD]

I mean its pretty bad. lol But again that my opinion, and yeah its extremely overpriced.