ACE - Ride With Us

Print My Ride

In this episode, we meet coaster enthusiast, artist and entrepreneur Matthew Schmotzer.  He joins host John Davidson to introduce our listeners to Print My Ride Detroit, which creates some impressive realistic roller coaster models.
Matthew shares his passion for coasters with us and explains his vision, which includes 3D models of some great coasters that he creates out of plywood and introduces his roller coaster restraint stress ball kickstarter.
 
In this episode:
[00:45] Matt’s coaster origin story, growing up at Cedar Point
[03:00] When he started printing 3D Roller Coasters
[12:35] Model of Steel Vengeance
[14:00] Coasterdynamix, making the transition into NanoCoasters and Coaster Cutouts
[19:00] Building huge models made out of plywood
[30:00] His now-funded “Have Some Restraint” coaster-themed stress ball kickstarter
Show Extras
Learn more about Matthew’s Roller Coaster Restraint Stress Ball Kickstarter
Find out more about Coasterdynamix at https://www.coasterdynamix.com/
You can find out more about Matt and visit links to his social media at https://www.printmyridedetroit.com/
 
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Visit www.aceonline.org to learn more about the non-profit organization American Coaster Enthusiasts.

IAAPA Expo 2022 Show Floor Day 4

In this episode, we review Day 4, the final day of the IAAPA Expo 2022 and have a conversation with ACE President Elizabeth Ringas.  
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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 to Promote the continued operation of roller coasters

IAAPA Expo 2022 Show Floor Day 3

In this episode, we review Day 3 on the IAPPA Expo 2022 show floor.
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

IAAPA Expo 2022 Show Floor Day 2

In this episode, we review Day 2 of the IAAPA Expo 2022.
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

IAAPA Expo 2022 Show Floor Day 1

In this episode, Jessica and John review their first day on the IAAPA Expo 2022 show floor. 
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

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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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 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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