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Ride Spotlight - Dr. Diabolical's Cliffhanger at Six Flags Fiesta Texas

Dr. Diabolical's Cliffhanger, the world's steepest B&M dive coaster, officially opened on July 30, 2022 at Six Flags Fiesta Texas. The park's 11th roller coaster, Dr. Diabolical's Cliffhanger reaches speeds of 60 miles per hour and a height of 150 feet. Riders are hung over the attraction's 95-degree first drop before plummeting down and into two inversions.

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Dr. D's Cliffhanger Indoor Queue Walk-Through, Fright Fest Setup Begins | Six Flags Fiesta Texas

Dr. Diabolical's Cliffhanger has officially opened, which means we were able to take a tour of her secret lab. Join us for an in-depth look at the attraction's themed indoor queue segment. Other 30th anniversary park improvements, such as painting projects, continue. Fright Fest preparations are also under way with multiple scare zones and themed areas popping up all around the park.

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Riding Fiesta Texas' New Dr. Diabolical's Cliffhanger Coaster | POV Footage & First Impression!

Fiesta Texas invited SFFT Source out to media day for their new, record-breaking Dr. Diabolical's Cliffhanger roller coaster! This B&M dive coaster features a height of 150 feet, 95-degree first drop, two inversions, top speed of 60 miles per hour, an extreme airtime hill and more. Join us for an exclusive on-ride view of Dr. Diabolical's Cliffhanger, along with ride impressions and information regarding the enhanced queue experience.

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Dr. D's Cliffhanger Block Brake Climb, Walking the Train Tracks | Roller Coaster Rodeo Day 3

Day three of Roller Coaster Rodeo at Fiesta Texas features an exclusive block brake climb of the upcoming Dr. Diabolical's Cliffhanger roller coaster. Next, participants walked the tracks of the Fiesta Texas Railroad to catch a unique view of the park, including an adventure through the quarry wall tunnel. The event finished out in White Water Bay with exclusive ride time throughout the whole water park.

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Dr. D's Cliffhanger Construction Tour, Queue Design & Theming Reveal | Roller Coaster Rodeo Day 2

Day two of Roller Coaster Rodeo at Six Flags Fiesta Texas was jam-packed with full-park ERT, meals and a behind-the-scenes construction tour and queue design and theming reveal! We take a journey into the construction zone of Dr. Diabolical's Cliffhanger for a close-up look at the ride structure and continued progress leading up to the attraction's opening. Afterwards, we head to Zaragoza Theatre for an exciting reveal of the new coaster's theming and queue design with a special surprise guest. The day ends with the Rock the Night fireworks show and a Mardi Gras-themed reception.

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Dr. D's Cliffhanger Construction Update, Continued Theming & Dining Changes | Six Flags Fiesta Texas

Construction continues on Fiesta Texas' newest high-thrill roller coaster, Dr. Diabolical's Cliffhanger. The attraction's outdoor queue and station have begun to take shape. We also head over to Sangerfest Halle to check out more enhancements to the dining location's ongoing remodel and much more.

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Dr. D's Cliffhanger Updates, Several Park Projects, 30th Easter Eggs & More | Six Flags Fiesta Texas

Since our last visit to the park, Dr. Diabolical's Cliffhanger has seen completion of its track and support install! Crews now work on fine details, such as the indoor queue and rust effects on support columns. Plus, work continues on Sangerfest Halle and a new, upgraded drink refill station opens in Crackaxle Canyon. Join us as we go on a hunt for fun 30th anniversary Easter eggs located throughout Fiesta Texas.

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Dr. D's Cliffhanger Lift Hill Complete, First Drop Being Installed & More | Six Flags Fiesta Texas

Construction of Fiesta Texas' newest roller coaster, Dr. Diabolical's Cliffhanger, is moving at electric pace as the lift hill install is complete and crews have begun working on the first drop. We also check out other park updates, including the continued refresh of Primo's Pizzeria and several new Then & Now 30th anniversary features.

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Dr. D's Cliffhanger Track Install Begins, New Park-Wide History Displays | Six Flags Fiesta Texas

Construction continues on the upcoming Dr. Diabolical's Cliffhanger roller coaster at Six Flags Fiesta Texas. Crews have begun installing track pieces, along with the ride's transfer shed. We also explore a number of other park improvements, including the ongoing refresh of Crackaxle Canyon, the Sangerfest Halle remodel and more. 2022 marks the park’s 30th anniversary. Fiesta Texas has begun their celebration by unveiling a number of miniature museums, along with great Then & Now photo features spread throughout the park.

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Dr. D's Cliffhanger, Poltergeist, Sangerfest Halle, Primo's Remodel Updates | Six Flags Fiesta Texas

This jam-packed update from Six Flags Fiesta Texas takes a look at several projects happening around the park, including Dr. Diabolical's Cliffhanger construction, more new theming for Poltergeist, the remodel progress of Sangerfest Halle and Primo's Pizzeria, fresh paint throughout Crackaxle Canyon and Los Festivales and more.

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Major Construction Updates, In-Depth Bier Festival Review | Six Flags Fiesta Texas

Earlier this year, Fiesta Texas announced their next major roller coaster, Dr. Diabolical's Cliffhanger. We check out the progress on the construction of this new dive coaster, along with the demolition of Sundance Theatre and the upgrade and paint job taking place at Poltergeist. Also, join us for an in-depth review of the park's Bier Festival. We venture to all of the festival booths and try several of the event's great food offerings.

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