The Most Thrilling & Iconic Theme Park Rides in North America

Nitro

Nitro is a steel roller coaster at Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackon, New Jersey. It’s New Jersey’s fastest and tallest roller coaster that hits a top speed of 80 mph with a 215 ft drop.

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