Pipeline The Surf Coaster

Pipeline reimagines the stand-up concept as a forward-leaning “surf” posture and then proves it can be smooth, fast and genuinely fun. A punchy LSM launch sends the train gliding under the ride’s signature canopy before rolling into an overbank that feels more like carving a wave than muscling through a turn. The engineered seat posts rise and fall a few centimeters as the track undulates, taking the harsh edge off vertical forces while preserving the sensation of riding on your feet. Elements are chosen for flow—one inversion that reads like a controlled snap, broad turns that let the speed breathe, and well-timed humps that create buoyant weight shifts instead of jolts. The experience lands squarely in the high-thrill, high-reride pocket: aggressive enough to satisfy veterans, composed enough to welcome newcomers who have never tried a stand-up. Presentation leans into clean, sun-bright surf visuals with a station that moves trains efficiently and a queue that stays open to the lagoon breeze. It’s not about height or record chasing; it’s about a fresh physical sensation executed with B&M’s trademark polish. As a headline for SeaWorld’s evolving coaster roster, Pipeline adds diversity and daytime curb appeal—a photogenic, kinetic slice of Florida sky.

• Name: Pipeline The Surf Coaster
• Alternative Names: Pipeline, Pipeline: The Surf Coaster
• Country: United States
• Date Opened: 27th May 2023
• Track Length: 899 m
• Max Height: 34 m
• Max Speed: 97 km/h
• Material: Steel
• Elevation (ASL): 29 m
• Train Capacity: 24 riders
• Inversions: 1
• Minimum Rider Height: 137 cm
• Manufacturer: Bolliger & Mabillard
• Indoor/Outdoor: Outdoor
• Launch System: Linear Synchronous Motor (LSM)

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