World’s TALLEST Inverting Loop?! | Meet Fantasy Island’s Odyssey!

[@NationalCoasters]

Hey guys! Just an FYI I misspoke in the script! Odyssey is not the tallest full-circuit inverted coaster, it’s the tallest SLC. 😃

[@chrisbeau5377]

All good man, love the video!

[@360coasters]

I actually wonder what is the tallest full-circuit inverted coaster??

[@HangtimeThrills]

@@360coasters Alpengeist

[@thelisted3004]

These are the followers you want eh.. haha, great content indeed.

[@sarahlouward7744]

I got and and said under my breath "i need therapy

[@bmbeenie9660]

I’ve ridden this! It’s very fun and the park is a nice boardwalk style park. Odyssey is different and better than the other SLC i’ve been on and is in my top 10!

[@EyeCoaster]

I've ridden this many times, and I can safely say that this is the best SLC in the UK (I've not ridden any outside of the UK). Odyessy is rough, but it gives the Coaster character. It's not so rough that it's unbearable like the other SLC's I've ridden. The best invert in the UK though has to go to Nemesis at Alton Towers. That Coaster is on another level.

[@crashcoaster3852]

I personally like Kumali more but each to their own I guess.

[@EyeCoaster]

@@crashcoaster3852 Kumali is good - But Odyessy personally takes the crown for me

[@iitzfizz]

I've never been on this but it's on my list. Nemesis Inferno is good too by the way

[@Gabes1321]

kumali is better for me

[@Gabes1321]

@@crashcoaster3852 i agree

[@vini.eumebastos]

The best SLC is Firewhip, in Beto Carrero World. Its colors, first drop over the lake and new Vekoma trains. 😋🙌

[@leofinotti4185]

Definitivamente não kkkkk

[@matthewsouthwell9653]

I can't wait to ride it next year!

[@jonathanfoote5720]

It’s a standard off the shelf design however same layout as many other SLCs eg infusion in Blackpool - very uncomfortable but this is defo in a nicer place and the lake is cool too. We got another SLC over here in flamingo land called kumali and its first drop is over a lake too. I must say I do Prefer the fire whip colour scheme & hotter locale!

[@thatsbradnjosh]

As someone who lives in the UK this ride is pretty good! I’d rank it in the top 5 just for the unique first drop! I’m sure people will agree that the two main issues for us in the UK is that 1.) it is temperamental, and seems to always be closed 2.) it’s located in out of the way, not enough rides to make it a full theme park day!

[@leec5607]

Absolutely love this coaster so intense and suprisingly smooth since the last refurb

[@chrisbeau5377]

HE TOOK MY SUGGESTION!!!!!

[@wanderaboutwithmark]

My local park. Best SLC I've ever done, (not been state side of pond yet😞) and unlike most SLC's it's a good ride. First drop into the loop is super intense. Feels more like a b&m invert than an SLC in my opinion. Reasonable smooth considering it's an SLC .

[@coyote_bravo2723]

Pretty cool! I’m used to seeing your traditional cloned SLC we see here in the states and these look like some fun rides. Could you do a video about coasters by some defunct, forgotten, or rarely talked about manufacturers such as PAX, Hopkins, RCCA, Pinfari, etc?

[@NationalCoasters]

Yes yes and yes! I’ll look into it!

[@rayqazagotdatdrip]

hontsly this thing is rough in spcicly in the cobra roll but still pretty intense and underrated ride

[@lizardpuro]

my coaster count is fairly limited, but this beauty is fitmly in my top 10. i love it to bits

[@loopingthrills645]

I love going Skegness on holiday and riding this and millennium

[@THEEXPOSER666]

Nice to see you covering my local invert.

[@NationalCoasters]

:)

[@MY735TV]

I've still yet to ride a coaster with as much intensity on its first drop as this. The constant falling feeling this coaster produces on its first drop is insane followed by the g forces pushing you into your chair as you go round that incredible loop! and the design just makes it ominous and thrilling. Personally this coaster beats all the coasters at alton towers IMO And most of the ones at thorpe park, chessington-we wont even go there. In terms of smoothness its definitely not a smooth ride in its current state especially with the age and just how most SLC's tend to be rough but its far from the worst I've ridden and definitely turns up the intensity of the ride. My only issue with the ride is the brake run after the last inversion, It's far too sharp and you have to brace by pushing yourself back into the chair ( that's if you know how hard it brakes from riding previously ) I feel they could of change the route of the coaster and maybe added 1/2 more elements to make it more thrilling (not like it isnt already) but mainly to scrub a little more of its speed off to allow the brake run to not be as harsh. Summing this coaster up its brilliant, the only custom SLC In the world and IMO It's not a ride for everbody due to it's stomach churning intensity but definitely worth the ride if you're there!

[@305intimidator]

the odyssey is an interesting one. I happen to work on the yellow beast of the east coast, further details on its construction the foundations are nearly as deep underground as the coaster is tall as the site basically sits on sand and they had to dig right down to bed rock its also why the supports are so much more heavily built than other coasters of the same scale and why the estimated cost is so unbelievably high for a coaster that features absolutely no theming or fancy station building the true cost went to the grave with the parks owner at the time the coaster was built. its still plagued with problems to this day and suffers frequent downtime not only because of the wind but because of issues with wear on the train. problematic coaster for sure...

[@chfilms1]

odyssey would make a good problematic roller coasters episode by eltoro ryan

[@305intimidator]

@@chfilms1 sure would but I feel its a bit too niche for the usual problematic coasters format despite being legendary amongst the enthusiast community I feel there's not much to talk about really. to be honest though i'd be more than happy to be his 'inside informant' for that video.😁

[@twistedcoasters1533]

Thanks for your service! I went on it a few weeks ago and I enjoyed it. The fact about the footers is mental

[@ThemeParkLuke]

For sure the best SLC I've ridden, and I've ridden several!

[@theoreticallybelieving6499]

Good job with original content fam. Glad I clicked your vids

[@NationalCoasters]

Thank you!!

[@BackRowCoasters]

Can you do lake monster at Darien lake?

[@LFCOnTop8483]

Love it honestly it can be a little bit rough but apart from that yes it is the best SLC

[@wickedphant0m]

Imagine how amazing this would be if it was a modern day vekoma suspended coaster instead.

[@diveloopthrills7613]

It would be that much better. I think I can speak for every coaster enthusiast on this but old Vekoma sucks. Old Vekoma’s track is rough painful and when I was a kid it beat me up so badly I had bruises on my head. Old Vekoma is just terrible. However new Vekoma looks absolutely amazing.

[@yimmydotjpg3494]

Best slc ngl (haven’t ridden a shenlin)

[@singlerailindustries1763]

Alpengeist At Bush Gardens Is The World's Tallest Full Circut Invented Coaster , Not Odyssey. Alpengeist : 193ft Tall. Odyssey : 167ft Tall. Great Video! 😃👍

[@NationalCoasters]

Thanks!

[@singlerailindustries1763]

@@NationalCoasters You're Welcome Buddy 😁

[@drordavid6076]

No, there is a taller loop in china

[@robcoasters]

I was spited by this in 2015 for high winds but hopefully I can return for vengeance this year! Here's a couple suggestions: 'Cop Car Chase' at Movie Park Germany, the super cool duelling coaster with a strobe loop, two chain lifts, an incredibly tight barrel roll and an insanely cool fire effect. 'Terra Encantada' which had the infamous Monte Makaya roller coaster, a park which closed after just ten years of operation due to structural issues found in so many rides after an investigation on the park due to an accident on their Monte Aurora coaster.

[@NationalCoasters]

Definitely will look into those, thanks!

[@cxnall1303]

I rode this a few years ago, and I'm yet to ride Kumali but from my experience on it it was smooth and extremely intense so I'd absolutely say it was the best SLC

[@Calakapepe]

Rcdb has a search feature to look for record holders with more specific requirements. If you didnt already know, it could help you in the future. Alpengeist is the tallest full-circuit invert. Built in 1997 too!

[@NationalCoasters]

Thanks!

[@twistedcoasters1533]

I’ve been on this. It’s rough, sure but man it’s a lot of fun. The drop is absolutely awesome. It’s really forceful, and all the inversions, especially the loop, are enjoyable. It’s not as bad as infusion which is a standard SLC and the trains help. I would love to see it with vests though. Millennium is my favorite ride at the park because it’s just a ton of fun but odyssey is a close 2nd

[@Rocky-N-Angel]

Banshee is also 167 ft. tall. Good stuff man.

[@jamesdean2874]

Honestly, this is one of the only coasters on the UK where I look down on that first drop and think… ‘oh god’. It’s super intimidating. Standard SLC roughness but very enjoyable.

[@aaa11128]

I think that you should make a video on Fantasy Island’s other major coaster, Millennium.

[@Gabes1321]

please do kumali in the UK also!!!! that ride is fantastic, barely rough and is insanely intense, in fact one of the most intense rides in the world

[@DuckDavis3000]

You got a sub in me. Love the Planco intergraded opening lol. A video on Furius Baco in Spain, the coaster themed to wine making, would be a fun video

[@NationalCoasters]

Thanks! And I agree, Furius Baco looks sweet!

[@stuartbrazier2464]

My Favorite Slc... really interesting facts about the deep footings /supports

[@hersheyparkhotspot6178]

Alpengeist has something to say...

[@dlk5823]

It’s a pretty good coaster. The drop is a lot bigger on ride and the ride pulls some good forces. Also the layout is a good mix of elements and very unique for a SLC. The only downsides are the restraints being a bit bulky causing head banging just like most SLC’s and the pacing is a bit off in places. If they get some new trains on this with the vest restraints then the ride would be much more enjoyable I think.

[@jordanburdett4979]

This coaster has a great first drop one of the best in the UK I think

[@timmy2870]

nice video and very detailed information 👍🏻

[@NationalCoasters]

Thank you 👍

[@CoaterKook]

tbh its hard to believe the uk's 3rd tallest coaster is a vekoma slc... we really need a b&m hyper or something like that at thorpe park

[@EyeCoaster]

We tell ourselves that everytime we look at the thing...

[@thomaseriksson3182]

Gets even MORE smoother if they change to the NG trains i think👍

[@BoyRoy18]

Story of Python at Efteling. Why it was rebuild, his 4 differand generations of trains and the retrack of his younger brother in Gardaland. The Story of the Euro Loop in Europark in France is also interisting. The relocation from Spreepark in Berlin. These 3 coasters are clones with very interesting storys

[@snoboard91503]

I know I didn’t win the lottery, but a video based on something I suggested has me celebrating like I did! Thanks!

[@NationalCoasters]

Haha that made me laugh, you guys are awesome! Thanks for the support!

[@joshuamcdonell5490]

I'm kinda new to coaster watching and absolutely love your channel, was wondering if you've covered Battlestar Galactica yet? If not, that would be an awesome video.

[@NationalCoasters]

Hey thanks for the kind words! I did do a video on it a few weeks ago, here’s a link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jZvSameunqeqjck

[@joshuamcdonell5490]

@@NationalCoasters Thanks!

[@ikaptinawesum]

I’d love to see a analysis of volcano at KD, VA.

[@jmrmusic6769]

I’ve road the odyssey and it is still in my top 5 3rd favourite glossy smooth

[@seanthecomentator]

I've not done Kumali at flamingo land but I can say the the Odyssey is the best SLC that I have done so far, it's pretty smooth as far as SLCs go, the only "rough" part is the corkscrew right at the end

[@dalecatchpole1807]

The kumali isn't great to be fair

[@WorldofCoasters]

My review on Odyssey - Looks amazing, rode it.... SLC roughness to the next level, the rides pretty cool but my god the roughness takes any enjoyment out of it. which is a shame because Millennium, the parks Vekoma Sit-down looper is incredibly smooth... Like B&M smooth (no joke) I was gobsmacked when I first rode it.

[@NationalCoasters]

Seems like that's a reoccurring theme... looks like I'll be visiting the UK :)

[@MondaymusicUK]

@@NationalCoasters rode both of these coasters 3 days ago, my first visit to the park. Both really smooth in my experience. But Odyssey is next level for an SLC, I've ridden quote a few standard SLC layouts and many B&M inverts, this somehow felt different, powerful and aggressive in a really good way without the jolting transitions you normally get on these coasters. The first drop and loop on the front row is worth the trip alone.

[@Cody0132]

I rode the Odyssey, I have to be brutally honest. The ride, I'd give it a 8.9 / 10. You hit your head every turn you go, you can't breathe for at least 10 seconds when your going down the drop and the braking system is too harsh. It gives you whiplash. It's a really good SLC coaster. But to be honest, I prefer the Millennium coaster at Fantasy Island.

[@pittsburghthrills1281]

You should do a video on Steel Phantom. It looked to be an interesting ride. I’ve talked to many people who’ve ridden it.

[@MrSRArter]

Oddly, traditional SLCs don't have any vertical loops, they only have other inversions.

[@aaa11128]

I feel that it’s visually impressive particularly due to its height and the black and yellow paint job it received in 2016.

[@DredTvDotUK]

It’s 1 of the roughest but I hear infusion at Blackpool PB is really rough too! I love the odyssey the lift hill is the scariest part for me

[@neonintelligence]

Love oddessy. I front rowed it drunk lol the drop is the best part for me.

[@leejackson1788]

I love Odyssey it's massive go on it every year when we go to ingoldmells it's a good little theme park to be fair!!

[@gteaz]

I think they have fair rides.

[@snakelizardturtle5514]

You should do a video on DC Rivals next, possibly the best steel coaster in the world! It's definitely on the same level as SteVe, if not better!

[@NationalCoasters]

Great suggestion! Will look into that...

[@tomrooney099]

It’s a great SLC! 👍

[@acidalex420]

The view of caravans tho 🤩😭😭😭

[@thelisted3004]

It probably is the best SLC. But, take Kumali at Flamingo Land also here in UK. Smoothest SLC ever. But not as exciting as Odyssey. People say Odyssey isn't rough, and by SLC standards it isn't, but it does "bounce you in your seat' a faaaair bit, which will contribute to headaches. Kumali crossed with Odyssey.. that would be the best SLC ever made.

[@11hughman12]

Yea this is definitely the best slc went on it five times , and it’s not even that rough

[@jonny-b4954]

The park seems to have a good relationship with Vekoma. By far some of the 2 smoothest old school Vekomas are at this park.

[@jotave444]

Now that we are on the slc topic, you should review FireWhip at Beto Carrero World in Brazil, its the prettiest slc

[@shawnrw3727]

Can you do one on Eurostar ? B & M traveling invert .

[@NationalCoasters]

Bet.

[@abelmusch8786]

Do one about revolution at Bobbejaanland! One of the most unique indoor coasters in the world and a record holder

[@mrquavers]

nice how the uk only has 3 slc yeah we have one clone but the others are unique

[@c.c.l6009]

A 39 millon headbanging

[@errandonachtergaele735]

Psyke underground at walibi belgium!!!!!!!!

[@matthewsouthwell9653]

My home park 😍

[@lucasthom3249]

I generally say this is the best invert over here super intense my 4th favourite over here

[@shaunmac6851]

A huge part of the cost to build this was for pilings down to the bedrock, something that hadn't been considered until construction.

[@ronaldpward346]

I like to Know What The New RollerCoaster Will Be @ Cedar Point 2022 When They Know Nice Video

[@NationalCoasters]

Thank you!

[@user-jr8tm9zj8y]

I’ve been on this and it’s got a great drop but is a head basher

[@EVERYDAYGames00]

Definitely the best slc its insane

[@stuartmax147allen3]

I live about 2 minutes from this ride and ride it a lot although I prefer millennium coaster for its smoothness the odyssey is a great ride

[@reeo5914]

its realy good but the roughtness makes it worse head buster

[@abbeyschannel5690]

It's rlly good I started riding it when I was 8 and it was so fun now I'm 11 and it is still my favorite ride there although I like millennium and volcano

[@Dridgeism]

I'm assuming this thing would have only survived half a season if it was actually built to that near 300 foot height... that has to be one of the most insane coasters ever fully envisioned and planned? Wish the locals would have let that catastrophe exist 🤣

[@CoasterGuy2323]

You have the same logo as canobie coaster

[@lollylolz1512]

It's is a great coaster. But be prepared for the end since it comes to a sudden stop and makes your head snap forwards causing you to have whip-lash

[@VinceHere98]

Probably the only SLC with an original layout. Most of the SLCs around the world are the same boring uninspired layout (Roll-over after first drop, sidewinder, double-horizontal twist before the brake run). Some of them have a helix added in but that’s just about it. Other than that, it’s the same boring layout. There are some in China with a different type of cloned layout though, and that seems to not get enough attention. The ones in China mostly consist of a vertical loop, followed by a cobra roll and then a zero-g roll before returning to the station.

[@demiturner7492]

Trust me I'm 11 and it is sick defo give a try first time I rode it I rode it times and the millennium is 2nd best ride but defo still worth a go👍👍👍👍

[@TsoneMedia]

It's a serious machine.... Would have done better at Thorpe park or Alton Towers .. but it's a great ride

[@Thesportsgut]

I’ve been on it today it a very good coster but it ilks a bit of a head banger

[@lucasmartin2671]

Odyssey is the king

[@Donuts_Donuts_Donuts]

Bendix woods toboggan please

[@rctneil]

It’s not the best or the worst SLC. The drop off excellent and the loop is also great but apart from those two parts it’s very mediocre. It does look very imposing though and is great on the Skegness skyline.

[@aaa11128]

Interesting fact: Odyssey was sponsored by KitKat (giving it the red and white paint)

[@kenzieward5646]

Do millennium roller coaster at fantasy island skegness Ingoldmells

[@jgd5ygdyhcr6]

Having thus about 20 mins from my house I personally find it not as appreciated as it should and for an slc it's not that rough and it's very fun

[@FOLM4]

I went on millennium and not odyssey im sad i did not go on it

[@jonathanfoote5720]

Vekoma 2 seater SLC more expensive than a 4 seater B&M wingrider? That’s a piss take. It’s bad for 2 reasons: 1. It’s an SLC model that are all notoriously uncomfortable to ride and have earned the name ‘hang & bang’ 2. It’s made by Vekoma! I mean it’s not bad and Kumali is ok too but the traumatise aka infusion at Blackpool is awful but it’s the only one we got that demonstrates the Heartline loop a unique feature on vekoma SLCs but it’s a standard affair and layout otherwise.

[@demodex9653]

The smiler

[@Adrians_films]

Imagine a 200 foot loop

[@DocDoccus]

".... that being said, ... "

[@NationalCoasters]

Hah!

[@coasterfest]

It's definitely the best in the UK... However, despite it being a standard layout, I do prefer Mayan at Energylandia. Due to it being newer, thus smoother, and having the new style vekoma trains and restraints, improving comfort further... I think Mayan is the only one I would want to ride more than once per visit (If I wasn't so busy riding Zadra, Hyperion, Abyssus, Formula and Speed!!!) But Odyssey definitely has the best layout for me, and is the second best overall. While we're on the subject, none of the UK SLCs are that bad... Compared to most of the ones I've ridden overseas!!! MP Express!!!! Condor!!! 2 of the worst coasters, of any sort, in the world!!!

[@oof3597]

Nah Infusion is horrible

[@coasters4life388]

what about alpengeist???????????? that’s the tallest

[@NationalCoasters]

You’re totally right! I’ll let our editor know and have him change it :). Thanks!

[@coasters4life388]

@@NationalCoasters nice im excited for the video

[@CoasterDash]

Legendary Twin Dragon in China is more than 30 feet taller than Alpengeist. Maybe a top 10 tallest inverted roller coasters would be an interesting topic 🤔

[@coasters4life388]

@@CoasterDash alpengeist is tallest full circuit so the title was wrong but then he changed it

[@chrisbeau5377]

@@CoasterDash Yeah legendary twin dragon is a shuttle coaster so it doesn’t count the way he made the video

[@liljimKLM]

1m

[@andyroman8223]

The park could have BUILT ANYTHING ELSE with that kind of money, and they build an slc smh.

[@markuk7771]

Odyssey is a good coster but its ruff i come of with bad neck cus off how ruff it is and to Eye Coaster yes defo Nemesis the best 100%

[@nemesisgaming13]

It is better than infusion

[@stevewalsh1987]

Alpengeist is defo taller..

[@acidalex420]

Kumali @ flamingo land looks better tbh.

[@THEEXPOSER666]

Why are you showing a picture of it with its original coulors? At least show a proper image of it .