Flying Turns Review, Knoebels Wooden Bobsled | Last of its Kind

i died when i saw the squirrel jump in front of the train and lucky for him narrowly avoid getting ran over @ 6:44. Great content and footage as always.

This is an example of how old extinct coaster types can be brought back

I grew up near Euclid, OH, there was once a park there named Euclid Beach that had a Flying Turns. Growing up, I would always hear old-folks talk about the Flying Turns. Today, there is an apartment building/tower on the site that once housed Euclid Beach. The entrance towers/gateway still stands in front of the apartments. At least it did the last time I was home in 2009-ish. So cool to ride this after hearing about the Flying Turns all my life as a young enthusiast.

I honestly forget this ride exists because no one talks about it. Maybe because I’ve heard it’s closed a lot but it looks like a classic piece of history! (even though it’s semi modern)

This thing is so fun. Like you said, it isn't anything super wild. But the experience is very cool and unique. And it's just one more reason that Knoebels is not to be missed.

I appreciate the ambition of Knoebels and their dedication to preserving history.

Great review. We went to Knoebels for the first time this summer (yes as over 40-year-old coaster enthusiasts in NYC!), and waited the longest for this (yes we did it first, I watch my coaster YouTube channels), but it was so unique and different. I agree with your 6 rating for sure. The only other bobsled I'd ever been on was Kings Dominion almost 25 years ago and that was steel, so this was something very unique. But nothing could top Phoenix in the back row with that air time and lack of restraints. I was giggling like a kid!

Thank you for bringing this historic classic ride to the forefront and kudos to Dick Knoebel for his steadfast pursuance in bringing this ride back from extinction. His second-best milestone next to the relocation and preservation of the world-famous Phoenix wooden coaster. 💪

6:45 The squirrel on the track tho😬

Absolutely worth it… I’ve never been but just watching the videos of something I’ve never seen before is amazing. I can’t wait to go!

6:44 Look At The Bottom Of The Train And U Can See A Squirrel Narrowly Escaping Getting Crushed By The Wheels. I Actually Gasped When I Saw This. Good Thing The Squirrel Made It Out Alive :) Great Video! I Wonder Why Knoebles Went With A Wooden Bobsled Instead Of The Steel Ones.

Absolute history and is crazy unique. It's a different version of a bobsled. After more watching pictures and POVs, this thing seems way more fun than I thought. It has that feel that makes it different from a bobsled coaster because the wood track and sharp turns and even more compact.

Between Flying Turns + the San Francisco trolleys, you have 2 of the ONLY of a breed of "transportation" in America! Standing ovation to Knoebel's for staying the course and keeping amusement tradition.

I rode it for the first time this August and I was very impressed. I only did it once because of the wait time but I loved the historic feel to it and the wild swinging.

It is such a beautiful ride! So much wood everywhere. Thanks Knoebels for bringing this to life! I would love to see another one like this, maybe with some improvements to increase capacity. But I doubt there is any other park out there to invest in such beautiful nostalgia.

Great review! If you are a lover of amusement parks, like myself, this video felt like an award show tribute or the video package a pro wrestler or basketball player may get before he/she takes their new throne in that sports Hall of Fame, and rightfully so. While some parks go for faster or higher to attract more guests, Knobels created a one-of-a-kind experience that will act as a mecca for true coaster historians. Beautiful video for an amazing project.

Hearing how hard it is to ride, I really am lucky to have been a Coaster Con attendee in 2021 when Knobles was part of it. I rode 3 times during the event.

This wouldn’t even be the last coaster to be delayed 8 years. I’m pretty sure everyone is aware of Mission Ferrari’s problems. Luckily that ride did eventually open at the start of 2023

I’m a fan of the old coaster types like the reversing coaster, so this looks good

This ride is often closed, so I’m glad you got to ride and review it