Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago

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The tip top was created by Hrubetz and co in the mid 1960s as a new take on the teacups ride concept, adding a new dimension to the thrill of the original ride. Learn more about this disappearing classic ride in this video!

Sources:
amusementparkives.com/2026/02/14/hersheypark-tip-top-evolution-of-an-amusement-classic
bayernkurveblog.blogspot.com/2019/06/flat-ride-feature-tip-top.html
facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.254399998325145&type=3

Videos used:
youtube.com/watch?v=sbLlTn8Jp8c
youtube.com/watch?v=iAtpj27Y6UI
youtube.com/watch?v=N1qPOUZHcyw
youtube.com/watch?v=EgKQuhTV7zc

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Intro music composed for Flat Ride Friday by Chase Fox, to gain access to the full score become a channel member!

Music used under license from Epidemic Sound, songs listed in order:
Snooty Fox - Ritchie Everett
Doing the Twist - OTE
Come On, Get On - J.F. Gloss