This backyard DIY project was put together by father Will Pemble. Pemble assembled a fully functional roller coaster for his two children after a visit to New Jersey's Six Flags Great Adventure. As his kids wanted a piece of the amusement park at home, he went about assembling the 10-foot ride.
In addition to setting up this roller coaster, Pemble has also documented the process via his blog The CoasterDad Project. Posts showcase all of the steps required, enabling readers to replicate his design on their own lawns.
After approximately 300 hours of work, the roller coaster was completed. Although it is a fun source of entertainment for the family, it is also an educational tool as it provides lessons on physics and construction.
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- DIY Backyard Amusement Parks
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: DIY kits for backyard amusement parks that provide entertainment and educational value.
- Handmade Roller Coaster Project
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: DIY roller coaster kits that can be assembled at home for entertainment and learning.
- The Coasterdad Project
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Online platforms offering step-by-step guides and resources for building backyard amusement parks.
Sectors Adopting This
- Amusement Parks
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborating with DIY enthusiasts to create custom backyard amusement park kits.
- Education
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporating DIY amusement park projects into school curriculums to teach physics and construction.
- Online Platforms
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing online platforms that connect DIY enthusiasts and provide resources for building backyard amusement parks.
