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Big Bad Wolf Busch Gardens Europe

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A suspended terrain coaster that packs a punch like no other. This classic ride has great scenic themeing and a finish that will leave you breathless as you plunge down a drop followed by a wide turn over the Rhine River.


Type: Suspended
Manufacturer: Arrow Dynamics
Designer: Ron Toomer Opened: 1984
Height: 100ft
Speed: 48mph
Length: 2,800ft
Lifts: 2



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The station loading area Leaving the station


Here we go! 2nd drop view from the bridge


Getting horizontal! Signage!

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Force Factor

Average Member Rating Out of Ten


Actual Rating: 7.800

Members Who Have Been on and Rated Big Bad Wolf: (10)
Ratings in Brackets


monkeyonatable(8), ElHero(8), Rush(8), madhjsp(8), AmandaPanda(8), Nemesis Inferno(8), 
furie(8), Ghostmage(8), RollerCoasterFanatic(8), theRock-steel(6), 


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Trailduster79


Posts: 4
Location: Virginia
Great coaster, this was the first coaster I ever rode. Like others, I am sad to see it go.
Rush


Posts: 1618
Location: Berk-shire
It's gone. =[
buzz 21


Posts: 0
Location: 
it so so scary
RollerCoasterFanatic


Posts: 943
Location: Lantana TX
Amazing coaster. Best suspended Arrow coaster ever. Sad to see it go.
ihaveafatcat1590


Posts: 0
Location: 
HSMfreaks, this was also my first coaster... and im really sad their closing it!!!
HSMfreaks


Posts: 0
Location: 
Hey Griffonfreak! It was my first real coaster, too! Busch Gardens was my first big theme park, and it really proved how
awesome Big Bad Wolf was, cuz when I walked in, I saw Apollo and I was like I will never ever ever go on that, but after
I rode Big Bad Wolf and Loch Ness, I wanted to go on SO bad!!!!!!
bentleyj


Posts: 2
Location: birmingam
this rollercoaster is mint i like the colours i cant explaian it it is just a exellent ride
meknamb2007


Posts: 2
Location: birmingam
Even though this is only my 2nd suspended coaster (Iron Dragon @ CP), I have to say the most interesting part was most
likely the river drop. However, I have to say the village part was pretty cool, lots of near misses enhance the feeling
of speed.
madhjsp


Posts: 685
Location: THE University of Virginia
The drop over the Rhine is exceptional. This has to be the best suspended coaster out there next to Eagle Fortress.
theRock-steel


Posts: 307
Location: Florida
I haven't been on too many suspended, but this is my favorite. It has great speed and you get a wonderful view of the
terrain and the river.
Griffonfreak!


Posts: 2
Location: Virginia,USA
Look on youtube and type Big Bad WOlf and it will give u an onride look.
themeparkmad


Posts: 2
Location: Virginia,USA
This ride looks great!
Griffonfreak!


Posts: 2
Location: Virginia,USA
This was my first actual roller coaster. It's fun, but the second half is way too short. So like I rated,, a 7.
houligan19


Posts: 2
Location: Virginia,USA
My first coaster ride...have loved them ever since.
Coasterpunk sd


Posts: 34
Location: spring valley, ca
What makes this a great coaster is the same thing that makes The Beast at King's Island a great coaster, use of terrain
and landscaping. Most of the ride is hidden by trees and hills. Not knowing what is coming always increases the
excitement factor.
Coasterpunk sd


Posts: 34
Location: spring valley, ca
Too bad Arrow did not follow the footprints of this creation. If Arrow had created more ride experiences like this, who
knows, the may still be around. No other Suspended coaster will ever top this. The final descent over the Rhine River is
just icing in the cake. The whole ride is fun, not once was I wondering when it will end.
Echoes


Posts: 558
Location: Maryland
I had high expectations coming into this ride, and Big Bad Wolf exceeded them still. Amazing corners, a fun first half,
and the out-of-control second half are main reasons. Great theming as well. My only gripes are with the length-I wish it
were a bit longer-and the pacing; sure it was out of control, but everytime it picked up speed it slowed back down.
Pieman


Posts: 396
Location: In front of my computer
I don't see why they don't make more suspended swinging coasters. These rides are really fun, especially Big Bad Wolf.
The drop and the turn over the river are just amazing. Love this ride.
DORNEYPARKRULES


Posts: 396
Location: In front of my computer
bumpy and the second hill is awesome
Inversion maniac


Posts: 396
Location: In front of my computer
looks like crap to me but im not sure
kitsune


Posts: 893
Location: Reactor 3 sellafield
looks cool and very retro
theoffspring


Posts: 893
Location: Reactor 3 sellafield
really fun ride.
CedarPoint6


Posts: 2384
Location: Georgia
Quite possibly the best suspended coaster out there (maybe Eagle Fortress is better, but I can't say). Excellent drop
over the river and a very cool first half. I liked the way the supports were put on the outside of the banking to make
the ride feel more open. Nice touch with that.
mewantcandy2


Posts: 228
Location: DC, son
My favorite Suspended coaster. The drop over the Rhine is the best
CK


Posts: 64
Location: Connecticut
8? Why did I rate this coaster "8". This coaster got a freaking "7" on my top ten favo(u)rite coasters. If I could do
it, I'd change it to "10".
007tyler


Posts: 64
Location: Connecticut
it is good espetialy in the front seat
crowlslaw


Posts: 64
Location: Connecticut
Great ride and use of surroundin area. The second drop over the water is the best part even though they couldve
extended the track to make it longer after that.
ngeunit1


Posts: 64
Location: Connecticut
This is just a fin ride that is just an instant classic due to a great layout and amazing themeing along with the river
plunge.
CK


Posts: 64
Location: Connecticut
I thought Swartzkopf (or however it's spelled) designed BBW and most of the supports were installed by Shw...Them!
eastc0aster


Posts: 64
Location: Connecticut
It is the only suspended swinger i've been on but from what i hear others suck compared to BBW. I can never get enough
of the 2nd drop over the Rhine.
Ultimate Coaster


Posts: 64
Location: Connecticut
Fun ride, probably great for it's time, and definately the best suspended coaster that I've ridden.The drop over the
Rhine is fantastic, and the village section is quite fun too.
CK


Posts: 64
Location: Connecticut
Come On Knucklecoaster! You've got to at least like the second drop over the river. That part was amazing!
Knucklecoaster


Posts: 64
Location: Connecticut
Ok, but the layout is a bit boring and it's not as gud as Vampire.
fergusonat


Posts: 64
Location: Connecticut
This is a classic ride with great G's and nice setting. During the day, the ride is about an 8, but at night, it is
transformed easily to a 10...absolutely RIDICULOUSLY AWESOME
blackanese2ride


Posts: 64
Location: Connecticut
The second drop over the water is exhilirating! Definitely the highlight of the ride.
LiveForTheLaunch


Posts: 10217
Location: Windsor, Ontario, Canada
Big Bad Wolf looks like one of the best suspended coasters out there, that's loads of fun to ride with a good layout.
Although BGW has only 4 coasters, they are all top class.
CK


Posts: 64
Location: Connecticut
Out of the two suspended coasters I've ridden, I think this is the best.






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