Blue Streak (Cedar Point)
Blue Streak is a wooden roller coaster located at Cedar Point in Sandusky, Ohio, United States. Built by Philadelphia Toboggan Company, Blue Streak opened to the public on May 23, 1964. In addition to being the oldest roller coaster operating at Cedar Point, it is also the park's only wooden coaster. In 2013, Blue Streak achieved its highest ranking in the annual Golden Ticket Awards publication by Amusement Today, ranking 27th among the world's top wooden roller coasters. In 2022, it was awarded a Coaster Landmark designation by American Coaster Enthusiasts.
| Blue Streak | |
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Initial drop on Blue Streak | |
| Cedar Point | |
| Location | Cedar Point |
| Park section | Main Midway |
| Coordinates | 41°28′47.50″N 82°40′57.50″W |
| Status | Operating |
| Opening date | May 23, 1964 |
| Cost | $200,000 |
| General statistics | |
| Type | Wood |
| Manufacturer | Philadelphia Toboggan Coasters |
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| Track layout | Out and Back |
| Lift/launch system | Chain lift hill |
| Height | 78 ft (24 m) |
| Drop | 72 ft (22 m) |
| Length | 2,558 ft (780 m) |
| Speed | 40 mph (64 km/h) |
| Inversions | 0 |
| Duration | 1:45 |
| Max vertical angle | 45° |
| Capacity | 1,400 riders per hour |
| Height restriction | 48 in (122 cm) |
| Trains | 2 trains with 4 cars. Riders are arranged 2 across in 3 rows for a total of 24 riders per train. |
Fast Lane available | |
| Blue Streak at RCDB | |
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