ACE - Ride With Us

Ride Operations for the Weekend

Let's join fellow ACE member Nick Feller as he talks with John on the highlights of their weekend working as ride operators at Indiana Beach for the weekend.
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The mission of American Coaster Enthusiasts is to:Foster and promote the conservation, appreciation, knowledge, and enjoyment of the classic wooden roller coaster and the contemporary steel roller coaster http://ridewithace.com/
 

Happy Halloween

Welcome to the ACE Ride with Us Happy Halloween Podcast
In this episode, Jessica and John review the parks they visited during the 2022 Halloween season.
You can review all of the ACE... AMERICAN "GHOSTER" ENTHUSIASTS at http://ridewithace.com/halloween
We want to hear from you! Share your ideas and thoughts about this podcast: podcast@aceonline.org
Visit www.aceonline.org to learn more about the non-profit organization American Coaster Enthusiasts.
The mission of American Coaster Enthusiasts is to:Foster and promote the conservation, appreciation, knowledge, and enjoyment of the classic wooden roller coaster and the contemporary steel roller coaster;Create fellowship among its members; and toPromote the continued operation of roller coasters

COTALAND with Matt Hughey

Today, we have Matt Hughey to get the latest details on COTALAND.
In this episode we talk about:[01:30] What is Circuits of America?https://circuitoftheamericas.com/
[04:00] Fox News interview given on the Soarin' Eagle https://www.fox7austin.com/video/935286
[02:45] COTA Kartinghttps://circuitoftheamericas.com/karting/
15 turns - up to 45 MPH 
[06:00] First steps, COTALand Kiddie Amusement Park
[09:45] Steps going from kid rides to IAPPA 2021 announcement of Palindrome Coaster from Gerstlauer
[14:20] Announced Circuit Breaker with Vekoma as the manufacturer
[21:45] Future plans for the park
COTALAND
https://circuitoftheamericas.com/cotaland/
Thanks again, Matt Hugheyhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-hughey-3a592526
We want to hear from you! Share your ideas and thoughts about this podcast: podcast@aceonline.org
Visit www.aceonline.org to learn more about the non-profit organization American Coaster Enthusiasts.

Halloween is already HERE

Welcome to the comprehensive ACE Ride with Us Podcast Halloween episode, where we meet with the Cedar Fair Tricks and Treats creative team, learn about Hersheypark Dark Nights and have some Highlights for Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Parks.
In this episode:
[00:50] Cedar Fair Tricks and Treats creative team: Jen Bascom, Andy Crocker, David Ruzika
https://www.cagreatamerica.com/events/tricks-and-treats
https://www.valleyfair.com/events/tricks-and-treats
[31:48] Hersheypark Dark Nights with Quinn Bryner
https://www.hersheypark.com/explore-the-park/halloween.php
[46:00] Highlights for HHN (Universal Parks)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DEQRHplYpWs
Call to Action - Submit your favorite Halloween memory from your local park and get featured on our Halloween update episode podcast@aceponline.org
Visit www.aceonline.org to learn more about the non-profit organization American Coaster Enthusiasts.
The mission of American Coaster Enthusiasts is to:Foster and promote the conservation, appreciation, knowledge, and enjoyment of the classic wooden roller coaster and the contemporary steel roller coaster;Create fellowship among its members; and toPromote the continued operation of roller coasters

Just John

Welcome to the August 2022 ACE Ride with Us Minicast, where get to know our new co-host John Davidson.
ACE Members : find John on the ACE Discord server @ParksWithPoints
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Visit www.aceonline.org to learn more about the non-profit organization American Coaster Enthusiasts.
 
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Just Jessica

Welcome to the August 2022 ACE Ride with Us Minicast, where get to know our new co-host Jessica Gardner.
[0:40] ACE origin story
[2:62]The Theme Parkettes
Podcast https://www.themeparkettes.com
TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@themeparkettes
IG https://www.instagram.com/thethemeparkettes
[5:12] Dressing up
[6:40] Penguin for Emperor - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S9X8SBb9pXo
[7:40] Day job IMDB https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1235656
[13:12] Home Park
[19:30] Bucket list Coaster
Thanks again for listening - If you’re interested in becoming a member of ACE, visit our website at www.ACEonline.org or follow us on your favorite social media network.
We want to hear from you! Share your ideas and thoughts about this podcast: podcast@aceonline.org
Visit www.aceonline.org to learn more about the non-profit organization American Coaster Enthusiasts.
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The First Drop: Wonder Woman Flight of Courage, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, and Dr. Diabolical’s Cliffhanger

Welcome to The First Drop - the First ACE Ride with Us Podcast highlighting the newest coasters.
In this episode:[00:30] WONDER WOMAN Flight of Courage at Six Flags Magic Mountain
[07:30] Interview with Rocky Mountain Construction President Darren Torr
[13:00] Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind at EPCOT with Doug Perry
[19:00] Dr. Diabolical's Cliffhanger at Six Flags Fiesta Texas
[20:00] Interview with Jeff Filicko, Marketing Manager at Six Flags Fiesta Texas
We want to hear from you! Share your ideas and thoughts about this podcast: podcast@aceonline.org
Visit www.aceonline.org to learn more about the non-profit organization American Coaster Enthusiasts.

Looking Back 30 Years with Arthur Levine

Welcome Arthur Levine to the ACE Ride with Us Podcast.
In this episode:[00:60] Events with Rollercoaster Rylie
[03:00] Upcoming Event Rundown
[04:20] Rollercoaster Tattoos
Arthur Levine - aboutthemeparks.fun
[07:40] Arthur's first cover story
[09:25] Popularity of Hybrid Coasters
[15:15] Arthur's ideas on a new Coaster Category
[21:45] How he ranks and reviews attractions
[29:30] Stories from covering the Industry
 
For ACE members - BONUS CONTENT can be found at: https://www.aceonline.org/page/PodBonusContent 
Arthur’s About Theme Parks newsletter: https://www.aboutthemeparks.fun/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/AboutThemeParks
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AboutThemeParks
If you have any ideas or feedback for the podcast we can be reached at podcast@aceponline.org
The mission of American Coaster Enthusiasts is to:Foster and promote the conservation, appreciation, knowledge, and enjoyment of the classic wooden roller coaster and the contemporary steel roller coaster;Create fellowship among its members; and toPromote the continued operation of roller coasters

ACE 2022 Elections (Minicast)

Welcome to the ACE Ride with us Mincast where we get an update on the ACE Election process with Elizabeth Ringas
 
[ACTION NEED] ACE Members need to vote by July 15th 2022
 
In this episode we will:
- Review the Election process
- List of the Role, Responsibilities highlights, and People running
- How you would have been notified via email [Check your email address at: https://www.aceonline.org/login.aspx] Process to change your vote if you already voted
 
In the BONUS CONTENT you will find the interviews from CosterCon: https://www.aceonline.org/page/podcast_2022ElectionBonusContent   Candidate 2022 platforms are available online for review at:  https://www.aceonline.org/resource/resmgr/flyers/2022electionplatformsrev.pdf
 
For President: Elizabeth Ringas
For Vice President: David Dragun, Robert Reagan
For Secretary: Kristy Hess, Jeff Niemiec, Tina Napotnik Sepcic
For Treasurer: Chris Tilsley
 
The 2022 ACE Nominating Committee members are Bill Graves (chair), Jim Augustine and Bruce Freedle. They can be contacted at nominations@aceonline.org
If you have any ideas or feedback for the podcast we can be reached at podcast@aceponline.org

Controlling the Thrills with Irvine Ondrey Engineering

On this month's podcast, we sit down for an extended interview with Irvine Ondrey Engineering's Anne Irvine and Brian Ondrey. Don't forget, ACE members have access to BONUS CONTENT 
Plus, we'll learn about one of the newest ACE Roller Coaster landmarks, Blue Streak!
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