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News, Editorials, Features, & More
Welcome to the We Were Inverted Blog. Here you will be able to find a wide variety of article types. You’ll find everything from trip reports with the Flight Crew, editorials, reviews, and feature articles such as my well-received, “Phoenix & the Path it Blazed for Wooden Coaster Relocation,” where I worked with Knoebels and enthusiasts from numerous Facebook groups.
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Q&A: Cris the Girl, Pt. 1 – The Enthusiast
Cris the Girl gives us a glimpse into how she became an amusement park enthusiast & her affinity for travel in Part 1 of her 2-part interview.
Busch Gardens Williamsburg – New Paint & More Pantheon
I head back to Busch Gardens Williamsburg w/ Mindy & Renee for more rides on Pantheon & to check out the new paint on Alpengeist & Griffon.
CAG Report – March 2022 Recap
March 2022 comes to a close. Check out a recap of what took place over the last month & my thoughts for what is to come on We Were Inverted.
Fabio Invited to Ride Pantheon
Busch Gardens Williamsburg extends an olive branch to Fabio to make right the accident which left him bloodied on Apollo’s Chariot in March 1999.
iPlay America – Sam’s Most Heavily-Themed Credit of 2022
Only Sam & I could end up out of state, getting an SBF Visa credit on a day we set out to go out to a farmer’s market & get something to eat.
Q&A: Thrill Maxx, Pt. 2 – The Creator
Steveo Supremo gives us a glimpse creating his YouTube channel, Thrill Maxx. Find out how where his dedication came from & so much more.
Q&A: Thrill Maxx, Pt. 1 – The Enthusiast
Steveo Supremo of Thrill Maxx, gives us a glimpse into how he became a roller coaster & amusement park enthusiast in Part 1 of his 2-part interview.
Busch Gardens Williamsburg – Credits for All, Big & Small
We all went for Pantheon and most of our day was focused on this brand new for 2022 ride, but the crew did manage to squeeze in some other rides as well.
Pantheon Preview Day Thoughts
The gods finally answer our prayers! Pantheon is now open at Busch Gardens Williamsburg. These are my thoughts from 5 rides during Platinum Pass Preview Day.
CAG Report – February 2022 Recap
February 2022 comes to a close. Check out a recap of what took place over the last month & my thoughts for what is to come on We Were Inverted.
Modern Take on Influential Coasters of My Childhood – Vekoma Boomerangs
My modern take on 3 Vekoma Boomerangs recently featured in my “Influential Coasters of My Childhood” series. Includes: Sea Serpent, Tidal Wave, & Sidewinder.
Influential Coasters of My Childhood – Vekoma Boomerangs
A series focused on the coasters that wowed me as a child. In this installment, I take a look at 3 Vekoma Boomerangs: Sea Serpent, Tidal Wave, & Sidewinder.
CAG Report – January 2022 Recap
January 2022 comes to a close. Check out a recap of what took place over the last month & my thoughts for what is to come on We Were Inverted.
All the New Credits: 2021 – Who Earned the Most?
A look back at each Flight Crew Member’s 2021 new credits. Who earned the most throughout the course of the entirety of the year?
Kings Dominion – Our New Year’s ‘Ejection’ From 2021
After spending most of New Year’s Eve at Six Flags America, we head down to Kings Dominion to bring in 2022 on one of our favorite coasters.
2015’s Mini-Marathon on Conneaut Lake Park’s Blue Streak
With the Jan. 4, 2022 demise of Conneaut Lake’s Blue Streak, I share my memories of riding the coaster w/ Mindy during our 2015 visit.
Six Flags America – My 1st & Final Holiday in the Park?
Kaylee & I head down to Six Flags America for my first & maybe last Holiday in the Park after rumors that some Six Flags parks will cease running the event.
CAG Report – December 2021 Recap
December 2021 comes to a close. Check out a recap of what took place over the last month & my thoughts for what is to come on We Were Inverted.
Q&A: 2021 Flight Crew Reflections – Patrick
The year is coming to a close. I asked several crew members to give me their reflections on 2021. Here, on the final day, I answer those same questions.
Kings Dominion – A ‘Twisted’ Night at WinterFest
After leaving Busch Gardens Williamsburg, Sam & I swing by Kings Dominion for WinterFest & as many rides on Twisted Timbers as we can on the way home.
Busch Gardens Williamsburg – Christmas Town Catch Up
Sam & I catch up w/ Chris, Carrie, Hannah, & Grace for a few hours at Busch Gardens Williamsburg’s Christmas Town event – the 1st of 2 park on the day.
Q&A: 2021 Flight Crew Reflections – Renee
The year is coming to a close. I touch base w/ crew member Renee to get his thoughts & reflections on the year that was 2021.
Q&A: 2021 Flight Crew Reflections – Kaylee
The year is coming to a close. I touch base w/ crew member Kaylee to get his thoughts & reflections on the year that was 2021.
Q&A: 2021 Flight Crew Reflections – Greg
The year is coming to a close. I touch base w/ crew member Greg to get his thoughts & reflections on the year that was 2021.
