Uploaded February 2019 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Join us on Expedition Alton Towers as we look at the troubled history of The Smiler rollercoaster at the park. Secret Weapon 7 opened in 2013 and has had multiple issues including a major crash which effected the future of Alton Towers and Merlin. This unique ride has a interesting story and the most inversions in the world with 14.

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Ride Sims - youtube.com/watch?v=NdhiIYj6BZ0
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Roflcopter - youtube.com/watch?v=D-iJKhpHF9s
Rollercoaster James - youtube.com/watch?v=aEBIJ3hkH78
Pleasure Beach Experience - youtube.com/watch?v=rceMNuY3oFU

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