Apple Zapple (Kings Dominion)

Apple Zapple (formerly known as Ricochet) is a Wild Mouse roller coaster located at Kings Dominion in Doswell, Virginia.

Apple Zapple
Previously known as Ricochet (2002-2017)
Apple Zapple
Kings Dominion
LocationKings Dominion
Park sectionCandy Apple Grove
Coordinates37.836693°N 77.445337°W / 37.836693; -77.445337
StatusOperating
Opening dateMarch 22, 2002 (2002-03-22)
General statistics
TypeSteel Wild Mouse
ManufacturerMack Rides
ModelWild Mouse / Large Park
Track layoutWild Mouse
Lift/launch systemChain lift hill
Height52 ft (16 m)
Drop50 ft (15 m)
Length1,312 ft (400 m)
Speed35 mph (56 km/h)
Inversions0
Capacity960 riders per hour
Height restriction44 in (112 cm)
Trains10 trains with a single car. Riders are arranged 2 across in 2 rows for a total of 4 riders per train.

History

The coaster, then known as Ricochet, opened on March 23, 2002.[1] In February 2018, as part of general renovations to the "Candy Apple Grove" area, it was announced the ride would be renamed Apple Zapple, to better fit the area's theme.[2] The ride reopened under its new name on March 24, 2018.[3]

Ride experience

Apple Zapple while it was known as Ricochet

The ride sends a 10-car, 4-person-per-car train along the 1,312.3 ft track at 35 mph.[1] The track layout consists of several high hairpin switchbacks followed by a pair of steep drops.

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References

  1. "Apple Zapple - Kings Dominion (Doswell, Virginia, United States)". rcdb. Retrieved June 28, 2020.
  2. "FEBRUARY CONSTRUCTION UPDATE: BIG CHANGES COMING TO CANDY APPLE GROVE". Kings Dominion. February 2, 2018. Retrieved June 28, 2020.
  3. "Kings Dominion's Rebel Yell is getting a name change". Fauquier Times. February 2, 2018. Retrieved June 28, 2020.


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