Side Friction - Episode 108 - "McBroken"

December 13th, 2025

Bob, Greg and Ryan the Ride Mechanic dive into the Stardust Racers incident again now that more information has been released as well as talk about Six Flags changes and a sampling of various other stories -- and rabbit trails.

• What to know about changes to Disney parks' disability policies
• Six Flags & former Cedar Fair parks make next big changes to unify portfolio
• No criminality found in Epic Universe roller coaster death: Sheriff's office
  • Death report reveals disturbing aftermath after rider killed on Stardust Racers at Epic Universe
  • Universal Altered Report on Stardust Racers Death to Remove Pre-Existing Conditions Reference
  • Kevin Rodriguez Zavala: Death report explains what happened on Stardust Racers ride
• Wild Waves Theme Park in Federal Way announces closure
• Enchanted Forest (Turner, Oregon, United States)
• Six Flags Magic Mountain files plans to demolish 2 beloved rides
  • Six Flags Magic Mountain confirms fate of 2 popular kids rides
• Legoland resorts set opening date for new Galacticoaster
• Dracula Land theme park to be developed in Romania
• CGA will reduce operating season
• Waldameer names new water rides for 2026
• THE GRAVITY GROUP MERCHANDISE STORE

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Side Friction - Episode 107 - "Brakefast Buffet"

December 6th, 2025

Bob, Greg and Ryan the Ride Mechanic have an entire buffet of news stories from all over the place to visit on this episode. Lots of big news happening and about the only thing that's certain is that, well, nothing is certain.

• Six Flags Appoints John Reilly President and Chief Executive Officer
• Six Flags Announces New Park Will Open by the End of the Year, 2 Weeks After Shutting Down Another
• Portland's Oaks Amusement Park Gets Green Light for Controversial New Ride Despite Bird Advocates' Appeal
• Is Maverick's Heartline Roll Coming Back??
  • Xcelerator Testing Over 100mph at Knott's Berry Farm
• Supports ON SITE for New Coaster at Six Flags Great Adventure!
• National Roller Coaster Museum and Archives Names Pete Owens New Chairman
  • (2017) National Roller Coaster Museum to expand with Mark Moore Memorial Wing
• IAAPA: New Legoland coaster features customization, Space Creature
• International Drive roller coaster planned from operator of canceled Skyplex 'Polercoaster'
• Disney World Quietly Shuts Down Part of Iconic Ride Without Notice and Fans Are Heartbroken
• SFGrAd Closes on it's last day
• Hersheypark Winter Weather Promise
• Ocean City Council set to vote on Wonderland Pier property again
• Busch Gardens Williamsburg reveals 2026 roller coaster, Verbolten: Forbidden Turn
• 'Random aerial bird strike:' SeaWorld Orlando responds to coaster rider's 'duck' lawsuit
• Lagoon changes toddler policy for 2026 season — those under 24 months ride free

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Side Friction - Episode 106 - "It's Gonna be the Greatest..."

November 22nd, 2025

Ryan the Ride Mechanic, Greg and Bob have another incredibly fun filled conversation consisting of various different topics including all the news.... well, ride vehicles, from IAAPA, some announcements, theories, and, well.... isms.

• Wonderland Amusement Park, Amarillo icon since 1951, is officially up for sale
• Mack Rides CEO addresses fatal incident on roller coaster at Universal Epic Universe
• State ride inspectors wrote no reports after Universal roller coaster death, agency indicates
• SeaWorld class action alleges theme park chain uses 'bait-and-switch' tactics
• IAAPA Expo 2025: All the ride vehicles revealed for new theme park attractions
• Dolly Parton offers health update after missing IAAPA induction ceremony
• Zamperla: just being silly
• Intamin X ETF Ride Systems, Multi Dimension Mover
• Nate Bargatze Reviewing Sites for Nateland Amusement Park, Partners With Storyland Studios
• Already ready for summer fun: Kennywood, Sandcastle, Idlewild announce 2026 opening dates
• Iconic waterfront amusement park in Myrtle Beach to open new roller coaster

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