Mr. Freeze: Reverse Blast

Mr. Freeze: Reverse Blast at Six Flags Over Texas is an intense, launched roller coaster themed after the famous Batman villain, Mr. Freeze. This coaster offers an adrenaline-pumping experience with its unique launch system that accelerates riders backward from 0 to 70 mph in mere seconds. The ride features a 218-foot tall vertical spike, an inverted top hat, and a 180-degree twist, all completed in reverse. The coaster uses linear induction motors to propel riders through a series of thrilling inversions and heart-pounding drops. With its icy theme and high-speed thrills, Mr. Freeze: Reverse Blast delivers a unique, unforgettable experience for coaster enthusiasts.

 

Mr. Freeze: Reverse Blast is thrilling for several reasons:

  1. Backward Launch: The ride’s unique feature is its backward launch, propelling riders from 0 to 70 mph in just a few seconds. This sudden, high-speed reverse acceleration creates an unexpected and intense rush, setting it apart from many other roller coasters.
  2. Vertical Spike: After the launch, riders experience a vertical spike that climbs over 200 feet. This momentary feeling of weightlessness combined with the thrill of moving straight up while facing downward is both exciting and nerve-wracking.
  3. Inverted Top Hat: The coaster features a massive inverted top hat element, flipping riders upside down and giving a disorienting sensation as they twist through the air. Doing this in reverse amplifies the excitement and unpredictability.
  4. Linear Induction Motors: The use of powerful linear induction motors (LIMs) ensures a smooth, rapid acceleration, making the launch feel almost instantaneous and adding to the heart-pounding nature of the ride.
  5. High G-Forces: The rapid acceleration, tight turns, and sharp vertical changes produce high G-forces that thrill-seekers love, giving that "stomach drop" sensation.
  6. Reverse Experience: The fact that the entire ride experience happens in reverse creates an added layer of surprise and thrill since riders can’t see what’s coming next, increasing the ride's unpredictability and excitement.

Together, these elements combine to deliver an intense and unforgettable roller coaster experience that keeps riders coming back for more.

Ride Configuration
Height
218 feet
Max Dropp
194 feet
Max Speed
70 mph
Length
1,300 feet
Duration
1.30
Inversions
1
Designer
Premier Rides
Year Built
1998
TPS Review

Mr. Freeze: Reverse Blast is a thrilling launch roller coaster that features a unique backward launch that propels riders from 0 to 70 mph in just 3.8 seconds, straight into a towering 150-foot vertical spike. Riders then experience intense twists, turns, and a 180-degree inversion before reaching another vertical tower, after which they are launched forward back through the course. With its high speeds, backward launch, and exhilarating inversions, Mr. Freeze: Reverse Blast delivers an intense and adrenaline-pumping experience.

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