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David Powell & Reem Ahmed

The new gravity driven 'rollercoaster' experience that sees you dangling over a Welsh lake doing 30mph

If the idea of a gravity-powered solo rollercoaster that sees you reaching speeds of 30mph as you dangle over a quarry lake tickles your fancy, then you're in luck. North Wales Live reporter David Powell has reviewed the Zip World's latest ride, the thrilling Aero Explorer, which has just opened at Penrhyn Quarry in Bethesda, Gwynedd. Read David's account below to find out whether you're up for the adrenaline rush - but, be warned: he says it's not for the faint of heart...

"Most of us have enjoyed a quick thrill-ride on a rollercoaster at some time in our lives and arguably, if you've been on one you know pretty much what to expect. Dizzying heights, sudden drops, twists, turns, chicanes and loop-de-loops - and all of this at very, very high speeds.

"All in all, pretty heart pounding stuff. So it's just as well you're strapped safely into your seat in a cart on a rolling track right? Well, what if you weren't?

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