Location: Knott's Berry Farm

Rocket 0-82 mph in 2.3 seconds hundreds of feet into the air before immediately hurtling 90 degrees straight down on Xcelerator at Knott's Berry Farm. This high-octane coaster fires up its engines on the Boardwalk with chrome-plated, flame-emblazoned '57 Chevys and speed.

Thrill level: 5/5