You may recall the Splinterfx from the past trade show – the only immersively themed wooden coaster. This ride is made possible only with the unique Splinter vehicles. However, one may wonder what the vehicles look and feel like. The need to wonder is no more. These trains can maneuver an unheard-of six-foot radius, allowing [...]

We have posted a new podcast.  This episode talks about the IAAPA Expo, Timberliner trains, and gives an update on the construction of the wood coaster in China.  Think of this episode as our little gift to you, just in time for the Chinese New Year. While many in China are celebrating the Year of [...]

That’s how most people pronounce IAAPA (International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions).  Every year IAAPA hosts a very large trade show in the US.  This year it was held in sunny Orlando, Florida, and it was quite a nice relief to the frigid temperatures here in Ohio. We’ve had a booth for many years, [...]

We’ve spent the last week at the IAAPA Expo in Florida.  Every year around this time, the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions  (IAAPA) has its big trade show.  People come from all over the world to see everything from park benches up to big ride companies (like The Gravity Group). We’ve been set [...]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: November 18, 2008 MEDIA CONTACT: Korey Kiepert, (513) 948-8400, info@thegravitygroup.com Gravity Group Engineers Unveil Next-Generation Wood Coaster Train Cincinnati, Ohio —- The engineers at The Gravity Group started with a blank sheet of paper and ended up with the next generation of trains for wooden roller coasters. “Timberliners incorporate new technology – [...]