Rock & Roll – Kylie Simon
Loopfighter with inversions
Operator: Kylie Simon
Rock & Roll Simon is a travelling overhead ride operated by the Belgian Simon showman family, currently run by Kylie Simon. It is listed as a Loopfighter in line-ups of rides. On this type of ride, you go upside down on a rotating arm – a real thrill ride. At major Belgian funfairs such as the Oktoberfoor in Ostend, it is one of the rides for those who enjoy going upside down.
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What to expect
- Loops / inversions
- Multi-axis rotation
Upside down to the beat: Rock & Roll sends you head over heels several times on a rotating arm – not for the faint-hearted.
What it’s like to ride Rock & Roll Simon
You take a seat and are securely fastened in. The arm then starts moving and swings higher and higher. Eventually, it completes a full rotation, sending you upside down several times. The seats also rotate, so your view constantly shifts between the sky and the fairground.
The inversions are what make the ride exciting. Even so, you should watch a ride from the outside first so you know what to expect. This also helps you judge how long the ride lasts.
General
- Manufacturer
- Technical Park
- Model
- Loopfighter
History and appearances
Rides with inversions, featuring individual seats on rotating arms, have been common at European funfairs since the 2000s. The Simon family travels mainly to fairs across Belgium with Rock & Roll. The manufacturer and year of construction of this ride have not yet been documented publicly. We’ll add them when reliable information becomes available.
- Operator
- Kylie Simon
- Type of operation
- Travelling
- Status
- Active / in operation
Operator of Rock & Roll Simon
The Simon family also operates the large round ride Hurricane. To find out whether Rock & Roll Simon will be at your funfair, check the event organiser’s line-up of rides. You can also find the dates in the funfair calendar. See the attraction guide for more overhead rides..
Who is this ride suitable for?
Rock & Roll is a thrill ride for teenagers and adults who are not afraid of heights. It is not suitable for children. The minimum height is posted at the entrance, along with any health warnings. If you have circulation or back problems, it’s best to skip the ride. You must stow loose items securely beforehand, as everything will fall out when you’re upside down.
Upcoming funfair dates
Ride Rock & Roll – Kylie Simon live
Sources: line-up of rides for the Oktoberfoor Ostende (City of Oostende).
