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Side friction
A roller coaster designed with guide rails above and on the outside of the track or running rails. The guide rails keep the train or car on the track without the use of guide wheels or upstops. Leap the Dips at Lakemont Park is an example of a side friction roller coaster.
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- Industry/Domain: Entertainment
- Category: Amusement parks
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- Product: Roller coaster
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