Side Friction - Episode 96 - "Bluer"

September 13th, 2025

Bob and Ryan the Ride Mechanic are joined by CoasterBro (aka Caleb) of Coaster Cuzzies this week while Greg spends time with his family. 

• The 2025 Golden Ticket Awards honor 27 winners, presented live from Carowinds
• Judge sides with resident in Conneaut Lake Park dispute 
• Fate of Columbia County man's backyard roller coaster uncertain after losing appeal
• LA buys Griffith Park Carousel
• Nine Inch Nails To Soundtrack Disney Roller Coaster 
• Maurer to present new Spike Racer innovations at IAAPA Expo Europe 2025 
• Nate Bargatze Is Hoping to Build 'Nateland' Theme Parks 
• Riders evacuated from Hersheypark rollercoaster 
• Peanuts license at Six Flags parks extended through 2030
• Silver Dollar City, O'Reilly Auto Parts partner for theme park transit department
• Six Flags America's Boo Fest 
• Batwing closed permanently
• Oaks Park is auctioning off its original roller coaster tub 
  • Zoom Coaster - Oaks Amusement Park (Portland, Oregon, United States) 

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