Tyty: Follow the instructions from the ride operator, hold on to the bars on the door. Don’t worry the door is well secured. Even though I want to attempt a four hour ride on it, I always check the safety devices on the ride. Also the operator is trained on giving the riders the safest ride possible. Enjoy.
FOR TYTY: Let’s see, this ride is hard to describe. The ride gives tons of G-forces, so you will be jerked around quite a bit. Also, some centrifugal force could be experienced if you flip for a while (like 3+ times in a row.) I know that you are supposed to hold on to the grab bars in front of you, but if your daring, I’d hold to the lap bar, because sometimes it makes you flip more. Other than those things, you’ll have a great time anyway.
hey i wish they still had 3 people per cart is that only in the one with the z on the side of the cagies i want to know email me if so kk ttyl i am addicted to this ride i am going in like 3 days woooooooooooo
Hey, I’m ready to go for a world’s record for the longest non-stop ride in riding the Zipper. How does four or more hours sound? My e-mail is bdbell1940@yahoo.com, if this can be made to take place and I live in Florida.
Dave, There is two other latches that hold the door shut. Unless the Zipper at your fair is from the 70’s or 80’s, (diamond in middle not arrows) I wouldn’t worry. Besides this car is the updated version that eliminates the need for the pin
It has to be 3 smaller people to be allowed the cages are pretty tight with just two people anyways but if you look at the photo theres enough bars on the door for 3 people ive seen it a few times tho i cant imagine it being comfortable
I work for a travelling carnival and we have a newer 2000 model zipper, the door is held by 3 latches, 2 regular latches and the 3rd one is almost impossible to break or come loose, if the door does open the door will be held on by the 3rd latch restraint.. it will cause the door to be open a slight bit about 4 inches… so it’s not gonna fly open unless that 3rd latch would break but chances are slim….
i used to be terrified to ride the >>>Zipper<<< but now i love it i’m addicted to it… i also like the Inverter, Ring O Fire, Top Gun and Rock O Plane… those r some good rides for us thrill seekers
ok, if u r wonderin why when u ride the zipper and u suddenly start, spinning out of control, non-stop til the ride is over, that means either u have shifted ur body weight to the point that its in a outta control spin or usually that means the ride operator has the Zipper in a chainsaw motion…. it’s when the boom (ob-long frame) is goin one direction and the cable/cars (pulley system) is goin the opposite direction?????
WOW!!!!!
AALIYAH DEVEAU - May 19th, 2009 at 10:17 am e
i wish that there were seatbelts on this ride
Tyty - June 15th, 2009 at 12:35 pm e
i need some tips on what to ecspect when i go on this ride so if someone can tell me that would be great, i’ll be on this site every day checking
Tyty - July 16th, 2009 at 11:57 am e
For Tyty:
Just expect lots of butterflies & learn to trust the ride itself not to “hurt” you & enjoy! I was terrified at first but now I’m addicted!!
Courtney - July 19th, 2009 at 6:23 am e
Tyty: Follow the instructions from the ride operator, hold on to the bars on the door. Don’t worry the door is well secured. Even though I want to attempt a four hour ride on it, I always check the safety devices on the ride. Also the operator is trained on giving the riders the safest ride possible. Enjoy.
Bruce - July 19th, 2009 at 2:08 pm e
FOR TYTY: Let’s see, this ride is hard to describe. The ride gives tons of G-forces, so you will be jerked around quite a bit. Also, some centrifugal force could be experienced if you flip for a while (like 3+ times in a row.) I know that you are supposed to hold on to the grab bars in front of you, but if your daring, I’d hold to the lap bar, because sometimes it makes you flip more. Other than those things, you’ll have a great time anyway.
Jarad - July 21st, 2009 at 2:51 am e
lovee this ride. =) how tall do you have to be to ride it ?
sydney - September 3rd, 2009 at 2:26 am e
Finaly im going on this ride, Im going on it tomorrow, WHOOOOOOOOOOO
Tyty - September 13th, 2009 at 1:30 pm e
The fact that a little metal pin is the only thing stopping you from crashing to the ground creeps me out.
Dave - February 20th, 2010 at 9:55 am e
Jarad, When i rode this you had to be 48 in. or taller to ride Chance Zipper
Dave - March 19th, 2010 at 7:01 am e
Do they still allow 3 people in a car, or is that not allowed anymore in the ones with a big Z on the side? I’m riding this in 4 days…yes!
Jarad - May 12th, 2010 at 1:12 am e
hey i wish they still had 3 people per cart is that only in the one with the z on the side of the cagies i want to know email me if so kk ttyl i am addicted to this ride i am going in like 3 days woooooooooooo
breanna - July 25th, 2010 at 11:44 am e
Hey, I’m ready to go for a world’s record for the longest non-stop ride in riding the Zipper. How does four or more hours sound? My e-mail is bdbell1940@yahoo.com, if this can be made to take place and I live in Florida.
Bruce Bell - August 9th, 2010 at 11:44 am e
Jarad, they don’t allow 3 people per car with the Zipper that comes to my fair every year but I’m not sure about others.
Isaac - August 13th, 2010 at 8:19 am e
Dave, There is two other latches that hold the door shut. Unless the Zipper at your fair is from the 70’s or 80’s, (diamond in middle not arrows) I wouldn’t worry. Besides this car is the updated version that eliminates the need for the pin
Isaac - August 13th, 2010 at 8:22 am e
Jarad, the ride that has the most G-Forces in my opinion is the Orbiter.
Isaac - August 13th, 2010 at 8:24 am e
It has to be 3 smaller people to be allowed the cages are pretty tight with just two people anyways but if you look at the photo theres enough bars on the door for 3 people ive seen it a few times tho i cant imagine it being comfortable
Ryan - August 23rd, 2010 at 1:47 pm e
Ryan, i’ve ridden this 5 times and i ride with my friends and there is room for 1 or 2 people with us in there
Isaac - August 26th, 2010 at 4:16 am e
an i’m only 12
Isaac - August 26th, 2010 at 4:17 am e
I work for a travelling carnival and we have a newer 2000 model zipper, the door is held by 3 latches, 2 regular latches and the 3rd one is almost impossible to break or come loose, if the door does open the door will be held on by the 3rd latch restraint.. it will cause the door to be open a slight bit about 4 inches… so it’s not gonna fly open unless that 3rd latch would break but chances are slim….
Zipper Bytch - August 31st, 2010 at 4:56 am e
i used to be terrified to ride the >>>Zipper<<< but now i love it i’m addicted to it… i also like the Inverter, Ring O Fire, Top Gun and Rock O Plane… those r some good rides for us thrill seekers
Carny Lette - August 31st, 2010 at 4:59 am e
ok, if u r wonderin why when u ride the zipper and u suddenly start, spinning out of control, non-stop til the ride is over, that means either u have shifted ur body weight to the point that its in a outta control spin or usually that means the ride operator has the Zipper in a chainsaw motion…. it’s when the boom (ob-long frame) is goin one direction and the cable/cars (pulley system) is goin the opposite direction?????
Zippermans Girl - August 31st, 2010 at 5:07 am e