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Ride Spotlight - New Texas Giant at Six Flags Over Texas

New Texas Giant originally opened in 1990 as an all-wooden coaster and was the tallest and fastest in the world. In 2011, however, Rocky Mountain Construction transformed the wooden coaster in to the first-ever hybrid roller coaster: New Texas Giant. New Texas Giant features a 79-degree first drop, speeds of up to 65 miles per hour, and tons of air time elements.

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Six Flags Over Texas: JAM-PACKED Fright Fest Opening Day (LSCT, Haunts, Scare Zones, Shows & More)

This video takes you on a journey spanning the entire day. We arrive at the park early for an ACE event called Lone Star Coasterthon and then stay into the late hours to enjoy the park's transformation into Fright Fest. Enjoy haunted house and scare zone walk-throughs as well as some of the park's live entertainment.

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