The Blade

Ride Statistics

Installed - 1990 (As Pirate Ship)
Area/Location - Forbidden Valley
Manufacturer - Huss
Ride Photos - No
Height Restrictions - 0.9 metres

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How long is it worth queuing?

First Time - 20 Mins
Repeat Ride - 10 Mins

Where to sit?

First Timers - Centre of train, centre seats
Thrill Seekers - Back Row for a more intense ride.

      The Blade is a swinging ship ride, the ride based next to the entrance of Forbidden Valley works well in this area alongside the mighty Nemesis and the inverting Ripsaw. The Boat itself takes about 6 or 7 swings to reach a vertical position which gives a weightless feel. Those people who want a more calm ride sit in the middle where as the more daring sit on the outer seats facing the middle for a more exciting ride. There is rarely a long queue as the ship seats 45 people, but you may have to wait if you want a back seat.

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