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Ride Spotlight - Shock Wave at Six Flags Over Texas
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Ride Spotlight - Shock Wave at Six Flags Over Texas

Opened April 22, 1978, Shock Wave is a classic Schwarzkopf steel roller coaster at Six Flags Over Texas. Standing 116 feet tall and reaching speeds of 60 miles per hour, Shock Wave was the tallest and fastest roller coaster in the world when opened. The attraction also features back-to-back loops with a staggering 5.9 Gs. Shock Wave also features plenty of air time moments.

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Six Flags Over Texas Decade in Review | 1990 - 1999
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Six Flags Over Texas Decade in Review | 1990 - 1999

Six Flags Over Texas saw massive expansions throughout the 1990s. Roller coasters like Mr. Freeze and Batman: The Ride, along with the addition of the Gotham City park area, highlight this decade. Six Flags Over Texas also experienced multiple owners, including Time Warner and Premier Parks. Seasons full of jam-packed events and high-quality live entertainment created an environment for guests of all ages.

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COVID Updates from Six Flags Over Texas, FAQ, More Clues Point to Aquaman Opening Next Year
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COVID Updates from Six Flags Over Texas, FAQ, More Clues Point to Aquaman Opening Next Year

We head back out to Six Flags Over Texas now that they've been reopened for a of couple weeks. How are safety standards and guidelines being upheld with all the new actions taking place in the state? Several of your frequently asked questions from various messages and video comments are also answered. Finally, let's look at several clues that point to Aquaman: Power Wave not opening until 2021.

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Six Flags Over Texas Reopens During the Pandemic, Is Aquaman Opening Next Year Instead?
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Six Flags Over Texas Reopens During the Pandemic, Is Aquaman Opening Next Year Instead?

We head out to Six Flags Over Texas for the first time in months as they reopen their doors during the COVID-19 pandemic. Join us for an in-depth look at their safety guidelines, policies and processes for enjoying the park during the current challenges. Mobile ordering has undergone a huge expansion, with over forty locations inside the park! We also take a look at Aquaman: Power Wave construction, which appears to be halted. Any ride-related advertisements have been removed inside the park and Aquaman: Power Wave has been removed from the official website. Is it going to open in 2021 instead?

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Six Flags Over Texas & Fiesta Texas Reopenings Confirmed, An In-Depth Look at Policies & Guidelines

Six Flags Over Texas & Fiesta Texas Reopenings Confirmed, An In-Depth Look at Policies & Guidelines

Six Flags Over Texas and Fiesta Texas will officially reopen to members and season pass holders on Friday, June 19. On June 22, all other guests will be able to make reservations. This video will go over all the requirements and safety procedures happening at Six Flags parks during the pandemic, including required reservations, the wearing of face masks, social distancing efforts and more.

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Here's How to Reserve Your Visits to Reopening Six Flags Parks
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Here's How to Reserve Your Visits to Reopening Six Flags Parks

Reservations to visit your favorite Six Flags parks will be a requirement for the foreseeable future. This will allow parks to control the amount of guests entering and enjoying their parks, therefore ensuring that CDC and local government guidelines are being closely followed. This video will show you the step-by-step process to reserving your future visits to Six Flags parks.

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Six Flags Over Texas Decade in Review | 2000 - 2009
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Six Flags Over Texas Decade in Review | 2000 - 2009

Six Flags Over Texas navigated its way through a number of drastic changes from 2000 to 2009. Record-breaking attractions, such as Titan and Superman: Tower of Power, highlighted the early 2000s. Six Flags as a chain saw the rise of new leadership, along with filing for bankruptcy. The 2000s were also a time for entertainment. Jam-packed summer offerings, "World Class Entertainment," Cirque Dreams Coobrila and the Glow in the Park Parade are just a handful of the unique concepts. Join us as we travel back in time to take a look at the first-ever Six Flags theme park.

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Six Flags Will Require Reservations to Enter Parks, Here's How it Works
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Six Flags Will Require Reservations to Enter Parks, Here's How it Works

Planning to visit your favorite Six Flags theme parks once COVID-19 closures conclude? This video highlights important information regarding the required reservation system that will be implemented in order to enter the park. We cover frequently asked questions, a step-by-step explanation of the reservation process, how membership upgrades will be implemented and more.

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Six Flags Fiesta Texas Decade in Review | 2010 - 2019
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Six Flags Fiesta Texas Decade in Review | 2010 - 2019

Fiesta Texas is arguably one of the most ever-changing parks in the Six Flags chain. Join us for a year-by-year review of park transformations from 2010 to 2019, including the introduction of the Iron Rattler, the first-ever RMC single-rail coaster Wonder Woman Golden Lasso Coaster, Thunder Rapids Water Coaster, The Joker Carnival of Chaos, new and evolving entertainment and fireworks displays and more.

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Six Flags COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions | Season Passes, Membership Payments & More
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Six Flags COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions | Season Passes, Membership Payments & More

We dive deeper into what Six Flags is doing for their members, season pass holders and daily ticket purchasers while the parks are shut down during the COVID-19 pandemic. We also go over information for Flash Pass reservations, season pass and membership add-ons and more. Stay until the end for some epic coaster shots of Six Flags Fiesta Texas and Six Flags Over Texas as we patiently await their re-openings!

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Six Flags Fiesta Texas | Wonder Woman Golden Lasso Coaster Construction Compilation
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Six Flags Fiesta Texas | Wonder Woman Golden Lasso Coaster Construction Compilation

While the parks remain closed during the COVID-19 pandemic, join us as we go back in time for an in-depth look at all Wonder Woman Golden Lasso Coaster construction coverage provided by Amusement Source. We take a look at Power Surge's final weekend of operation, the arrival of track pieces, exclusive construction tours and more. Stay home, stay safe and let's beat this so that we can get back to riding coasters!

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Aquaman Track Install Complete, Mobile Ordering, Spring Break Begins at Six Flags Over Texas
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Aquaman Track Install Complete, Mobile Ordering, Spring Break Begins at Six Flags Over Texas

We visit Six Flags Over Texas during Spring Break to check out the decor and special entertainment. We check out the latest construction updates at Aquaman: Power Wave, which shows off the installation of the ride's second spike and remaining track pieces. Plus, mobile food ordering is now live! Join us for a tour of all NINE mobile ordering locations and a tutorial of how to use the mobile food ordering feature.

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Mobile Ordering is Here, Dare Devil Dive Construction Tour & More | Six Flags Fiesta Texas
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Mobile Ordering is Here, Dare Devil Dive Construction Tour & More | Six Flags Fiesta Texas

We visit Six Flags Fiesta Texas for a phenomenal American Coaster Enthusiasts Fiesta Fest event with ERT on EVERY coaster, a walk up Goliath's lift hill and a backstage tour of Poltergeist! Mobile ordering is here and we give you a complete walk-through of how the system works, plus locations where mobile ordering pick-up takes place. Also join us for an exclusive construction tour of the Dare Devil Dive Flying Machines site. Crews are working hard on the queue area and the ride's pad is nearly ready to be poured. We also enjoy the final weekend of Mardi Gras Festival with food and the Mardi Gras Parade.

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