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A “record-breaking” waterslide built by Avalanche Waterslides features a 90-foot tower, a 45-foot freefall drop and a 30-foot vertical loop. Skycalibre features the first-ever vertical freefall, the ...

We've all seen some pretty impressive water slides at amusement parks. But, have you ever wondered what your favorite water slides would look like if they got extreme roller coaster-inspired makeovers ...

Until now, thrill seekers have been forced to either speed down a wet slide or ride upside down through loops on a roller coaster — but never both. Well, it's 2015, and it's about time human evolution ...