Medusa Steel Coaster Review Six Flags Mexico RMC Hybrid

A full in depth look at this conversion of the original Medusa, a CCI wooden roller coaster, now into a steel hybrid by Rocky Mountain Construction!
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[@coasternamegenerator5611]

Hot take, but the layout on this ride is way better than the average RMC

[@Romeo-hi5cn]

@@dedrick7949 if only they took Lightning Rods quad down to the layout

[@CivilianSatellite]

I actually found Medusa to be one of my favorites of the mid-sized RMCs, I think it's got some of the best variety of elements. Great blend of inversions, airtime, terrain elements, and holding its speed.

[@CoasterDash]

I got to ride Medusa in May of last year and had a lot of the same opinions by day, but the ride was so much better by night. It’s definitely a mid-tier RMC, but I loved it anyways 🙌🏻

[@_peepee_]

did you like ultimo escape?

[@brian31f]

Hey Taylor / Sarah what's going with the lastest news out of Busch gardens with a new multi launch indoor coaster

[@kylebetz9684]

@@_peepee_ yeah he loves it

[@reneftww2042]

got to ride this coaster in a night, rainy day. being twisted colossus my only other rmc hybrid credit, the backseat on this is AMAZING. the intensity on this doesn’t stop at all. to top it (& end it) with an inversion was the cherry on top.

[@funtimeswithtom4108]

It's funny how everyone reacts differently. I still find this on my upper teir RMC's. I loved the layout and the ride and yes it is a better night ride than day ride.

[@Parquemaniacos]

The story behind this coaster (And the Fun house) is this: It was the year 1874 in the new continent. A successful mining magnate, in a fit of ambition, decided to expand his business to a southern town to make steel alloys, which would be used for the construction of the new railway. He ordered mines to be dug to extract iron, but the scared tenants warned him of the serious danger he would run if he did so, since those lands were cursed by snakes. The man, ignoring, continued with his plans and began to exploit the land. Thus he began to make a lot of money and the railroad industry expanded rapidly. One fine day Medusa, the daughter of this gentleman, was taking a ride on horseback; she was seen leaving, but she was never seen coming back. Desperate, the man offered generous sums of money to whoever found her, but no one succeeded: she simply disappeared. Legend has it that the girl was bitten by a rattlesnake and its poison transformed her into a terrible being with snakes for hair that turned anyone who dared to look her in the eyes into steel. The businessman, hurt by his loss but blinded by the gold, continued to exploit the land and began to melt down the steel statues petrified by his own daughter. Years passed and the train line was completed, but on the day of its inauguration, Medusa, furious at her father's ambition, cursed the railway and before those present the track began to twist and rise to form an enormous structure that merged wood and steel. This is how Medusa Steel Coaster was born.

[@CoasterStudios]

👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@pizzashmidt3514]

This is actually my first rmc coaster and you said it wasn't for people who are into airtime, I actually got a significant amount of airtime on the hills and drops.

[@ThemeParkAspect]

Hey hope who ever reads this has/ had a great day!

[@ATLSloan]

Honestly as disappointing as it is to see this rank I believe the lowest of all your RMCs, it's still an RMC. And frankly, we've all become spoiled by them...enough said

[@IntaminFanGRLPowerCoasters]

Yes! Perfection done perfectly

[@amusementscape]

I like how you did a good job comparing & contrasting this coaster to the other RMCs. I think it looks less impressive from the airtime perspective but I think overall the layout looks nice and unique. Even if the ride is just decent for an RMC, I’m certainly intrigued by it

[@chris_allupinya5613]

Looks like a fun ride. For some reason reminds me of Gold Striker but a RMC version

[@Red_Ryan_Red]

This is one of the most aesthetically pleasing coasters I have yet to ride. I love the layout and what you can see from off-ride.

[@marcustulliuscicero5443]

Not the only RMC I-box with a slow barrel roll. Untamed at Walibi Holland.

[@willlima1297]

Still looks better than jersey devil

[@Jacobmovietalk]

1:28-Does no one notice this

[@SirGameChanger]

homie did NOT have a good time it seems LoL

[@Jacobmovietalk]

Yeah

[@CanobieCoaster]

I really liked this ride, but I still need to ride it at its full strength. I rode it just after it had VR and had been slowed down. Then when it was running faster the following year, it was only running a 5 car train instead of the usual 6.

[@bartplays3392]

Always love when you post reviews! Especially of RMC’s!

[@victorhernandez71395]

Taylor needs a longer shirt.

[@AmusementArchitect]

honestly, I think Medusa looks CRAZY underrated

[@jtbowman132]

I’m so surprised this is a 2014 coaster! I watched your all’s vlog and definitely thought it was a post-lightning rod RMC

[@junvarc]

This was the third RMC conversion, only after Texas Giant and Iron Rattler.

[@enthusiastJD]

This ride makes me appreciate twisted timbers even more. I honestly Think medusa had a better structure than hurler in what they could have done. this just shows how good they did with hurler

[@danielwormald4666]

I actually prefer medusa! But it’s just a matter of preference. Twisted timbers has stronger and more airtime moments but Medusa has a better variety of elements.

[@CoasterHour]

Having ridden Medusa Steel it is currently my #2 of the 5 RMCs I’ve done. It may not have the airtime hills of the other RMCs and the airtime strength for the most part isn’t that strong but I really like the terrain usage and it’s unique layout. Great Review!

[@IntaminFanGRLPowerCoasters]

Him during the video- you'll get some pretty good ejector Me- Well what do you expect it's RMC! Everything is smooth and whippy and ejectorey and perfect!

[@jtfgamer8832]

Medusa Steel Parody?

[@mannyheffley4085]

Such a unique ride, how are the laterals?

[@crashcoaster3852]

I feel like the problem with Medusa is that it was built ahead of its time. If RMC was to re-do Medusa now then I think the resulting attraction would be miles ahead of the current ride.

[@ThemeParkAvenue]

I guess this is a different Medusa myth where those who make eye contact are turned to steel.

[@JaVault]

The older Six flags rmcs needs repaint immediately, especially this ride and the Texas Giant!!

[@mannyheffley4085]

I actually like the rustic look. It stands out compared to other RMC's.

[@makyostarr515]

Yes, yall just spoiled by newer RMCs 😂

[@lulashepard3253]

I won’t argue about it being a mid-level RMC, but if you rode Medusa during the first couple of years it was open you likely thought it was one of their very best. Now, if you ride it after going on Steel Vengeance and Iron Gwazi (like Taylor did), it’s certainly going to suffer by comparison. I still think it’s one of RMC’s best in terms of use of structure and terrain.

[@RafaelGomar]

The Q tells the story of Medussa but in a Far West version, about the daughter of a mine's owner with a curse. (Perhaps the story should be writte in english also)

[@jordonfreeman166]

American Coaster Enthusiasts are spoiled rotten with all the RMC’s we have.

[@sabresound]

I absolutely loved it was the first big costar I ever experienced and it’s definitely my favourite in the park I think I could never get bored of it as I could other costars I just wish the park gave a little more TLC to the structure while walking in the que I saw visible broken bits of wood and big nails on the ends of wood that where supposed to be holding the wood beam to another but it was just in the air free and not attached also looks rotten possibly 🤷🏼‍♂️ I went on it possibly 6 times and really loved every time! However half way ish through the 4 time i rode there was a huge CLAK! And Jurk movement at the top of one of the tall peaks! 😱 almost as if the track broke or wasn’t aligned properly every one shrieked / screamed but out of just being actually terrified instead of having fun as we all thought the same.. where we really almost close to death just then? We all seemed to get over the fact it happened by the next 2 amazing elements and where back enjoying it 😂I wanted to talk to someone who worked at the park but my Spanish is not good enough and I saw it working with no problem when I tried to look for the thing that happened to us but no problem seamed to happen again so I went back on the most amazing ride I’ve experienced again as I thought it must just be a thing that happens sometimes 🤷🏼‍♂️ I just don’t want to see this ride disappear as a result of something bad.. in my opinion it’s simply the coolest and best and I’ll never forget it and it’s made me so into riding all costars everywhere as a result of it being such a damn good layout please look after the brilliant thing 6 flags there needs to be more rollercoasters as fun and exciting as this in the world it would be terrible to lose even one of them especially one this cool! It’s my top favourite @CoasterStudios is this normal to experience?

[@subzerofromny735]

RMC is a prime example of how traditional wooden rollercoasters are obsolete

[@ya_boi_zach5140]

peep the guy in the front row contemplating life at 1:26

[@abelmusch8786]

That last inversion seems very similar to untamed’s last inversion and i love thatone

[@motrydooto1698]

You know when you did well if your lower tier rides are still a compliment

[@thevekomaslc2497]

Still not the best ride in the park. That honor goes to Batman

[@diamondbackdan5129]

Sounds like you weren’t overly impressed with this, I might be able to get on this in Easter , should this be a good rmc to start with ? (Never been on one but might be able to do wildfire in summer) great video btw!!

[@CoasterStudios]

It’s a great one to start with!

[@antonytsai6611]

i love how one of the dudes on the train has fainted he's all limp

[@rogerhellebrand3498]

it looks like the slow barrel roll on Untamed

[@2inpress232]

The guy at 1:27 was not having that hahaha

[@maxhagenauer24]

You said it was like a GCI in its ways of airtime and turns. What if it's secretary a GCI with Titan Track?

[@oneandonlysound3453]

That's what they should do to Wildcat (Hersheypark), Roar (SFA/Maryland), and The Boss (SF St. Louis). GCI can do great things with that, I really hope it begins to happen soon. And hopefully not just "overseas" like the intamin RMC like single rail (except GCI's was made with a lot more purpose).

[@Danrarbc]

Those turns at ground level right next to each other heavily remind me of another CCI. The Boss.

[@Danrarbc]

Which is another one that should be RMC'd for the record.

[@CoasterStudios]

very good point! the original Medusa shares a lot of similarities with The Boss

[@oneandonlysound3453]

I'd honestly have them either build a ground up, convert another one of the multiple wooden coasters they have, and instead get GCI to do a nice makeover-better seats, Gen.20 and still insert an inversion maybe towards the end, as it would be cool for the experience and they could cut off a little just so it's moving faster at the end, like all the way down more. It's just so well taken care of outside the trains as opposed to many others it'd kind of be a waste of a nice long, fun wooden roller coaster that both feels classic and somewhat modern.

[@JosephJohnson-gu5fw]

So what would they call an RMC Boss? What beats the boss? The only thing the boss fears? KAREN: THE COASTER

[@Lucky_9705]

Medusa seriously needs a repaint. That orange track is chipping away under the hot Mexican sun.

[@halesej]

Great review! Would love to see an RMC ranked list.

[@CoasterStudios]

Later this year!

[@jjknot5625]

yjector hill

[@warnerwildernessphotography]

Just an FYI, this ride used to run MUCH faster due to wheel material.

[@TheBatwave]

Despite your review. It’s still my favorite RMC. I don’t need a bucking bronco to enjoy a good RMC

[@RedSlayerRides]

Alright hear me out. Taylor, please do a RMC ranking video once you eventually get out to Engerylandia and Walabi Holland (again), you need to get a ranking vid out for these creations.

[@CoasterStudios]

thats the plan! :D

[@RedSlayerRides]

@@CoasterStudios :D

[@triple7marc]

Unrelated to the video but you guys should try some theme park maps on Geoguessr! Seems like it would make some fairly interesting content 👍🏼

[@brian31f]

Hey Taylor/ Sarah what's up with Knoebels heard there getting a old roller coaster flat ride ? And what the new stories out James county heard bush gardens extension height plan agian and rumors have it next rollercoaster there is a multi launch indoor coaster that they might build inside of the dark Castle

[@oneandonlysound3453]

Yeah they are getting a Bayern Curve, built out of restoring two previously used/purchased models. It's kind of like a roller coaster, closer to a powered coaster. it's basically what "Tidal Twister" was meant to be "the new generation" of, IF Skyline can ever get things going right that is. There's also already laid out plans for the "DarkCoaster" project, the main thing being some confusion on the theme and how it seems to go around the track twice. A much better project and concept than that stupid "Drachen Spire" nonsense. If they get anything as big as the latter it should be a B&M giga using the terrain.

[@josiahnusbaum7431]

That roll gives me hardcore Outlaw Run vibes...

[@riparianlife97701]

The first drop is wonderfully disorienting.

[@xcoasterenthusiast]

Coaster Studios, if you and Sarah go back to Mexico in the future, both of you should check out Riviera Maya due to their Xcaret parks. None of them have any rides but they're all incredible from what I heard and from my experience of going to Xcaret park and Xenses. Which I would totally recommend going to both of them but I can't say about the other ones as I only went to those 2.

[@alantrotter2077]

Hoping to get to the park in the next 12 months. I think it looks like about on par with a Twisted Cyclone. That would be my expectations going into it. And it would be interesting to see if I preferred Medusa or Superman at that park.

[@Jakebtw]

Question: where does it rank in your rankings? Is it like a top 30,20,or 40?

[@marcjsolis]

At least this Medusa doesn’t turn people into stone

[@xbrandon0958]

I wanna travel as much as you do it looks like a blast.

[@coasterhockygamingboy9549]

Taylor reviews a roller coaster he rode a week ago yet still has not reviewed Behemoth; a B&M Hyper he first rode 4 years ago

[@CoasterStudios]

*5 years ago. lol. At this point I won't review it till after the next time I visit the park, it's been too long since I've ridden it to give an accurate review. I know one of the biggest problems for why I haven't reviewed it is the lack of footage I have. It's a hard ride to film from inside the park.

[@coastermania17]

Was that the last RMC you had to hit, or are there still some you haven't ridden yet?

[@CoasterStudios]

Still need Zadra and Untamed…for now :)

[@maxhagenauer24]

Is it the best coaster in Mexico?

[@junvarc]

Mexican here 👋🏻 It’s second best for me, I like Superman better.

[@gothrockfairy]

Can an RMC be RMC’d?

[@SmileBullet]

*coughlightningrod*

[@puwcyk]

Isnt zmZadra your last RMC to do?

[@CoasterStudios]

I need that and Untamed!

[@puwcyk]

@@CoasterStudios Am I felling Europe trip this year?

[@vandy_fan8056]

2:03 is that guy dead?

[@psyclone500tv8]

yes

[@officialchase02]

that’s weird how he gave this a eight out of ten instead of 10 outa 10 because he usually gives RMC‘s A 10 because it’s his favorite ride manufacturer

[@CoasterStudios]

I give rides the score they deserve. All RMC's I've ridden have received a high score (respectively) because they earned it for being a fantastic ride- but that doesn't mean all of them are the best. This one was definitely one of the weaker ones.

[@officialchase02]

@@CoasterStudios yea I can c that