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153. Taylor Bybee of Coaster Studios on RMC and “This Is How We Roll”

11.15.2021 by Dan Heaton // Leave a Comment

Fred Grubb of RMC stands near Stunt Pilot in the Taylor Bybee documentary This Is How We Roll.

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The world of amusement parks has changed dramatically during recent years, especially with roller coasters. We’ve come a long way from the steel coaster wars of the ’90s. A rising star in the past decade is Rocky Mountain Construction, known commonly as RMC.… Read more...

To Be Alive! (1964-65 New York World’s Fair)

02.17.2021 by Dan Heaton // 4 Comments

The credit screen for the film To Be Alive!, which played at the 1964-65 New York World's Fair.

One of the signature events in Disney’s theme park history is the 1964-65 New York World’s Fair. There’s a reason so many obsess over its pavilions. Along with including original versions of attractions like the Carousel of Progress and Great Moments with Mr.… Read more...

Disneyland Goes to the World’s Fair

12.02.2020 by Dan Heaton // 2 Comments

Walt Disney and dinosaurs from Walt Disney Goes to the World's Fair

The 1960s were a remarkable time for the Disney company, particularly in theme park development. It’s amazing to look back at how many signature attractions were built in a short time. After introducing the Matterhorn, Monorail, and Submarine Voyage in 1959, Walt Disney kept pushing forward with new technologies.… Read more...