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Not for the faint hearted, the rollercoaster features a series of twisted psychological effects including optical illusions, blinding lights and jabbing needles designed to mess with your mind.
The Smiler | Alton Towers Resort
The Smiler's 5 Mind Manipulations:
- The Innoculator
A jab of happiness as you pass by stage one of the Marmalisation process.
- The Tickler
Aims to tickle you until you can't resist smiling
- The Flasher
The giant flashing device, blinding you as you hurtle underneath the leg.Infectious, intoxicating laughing gas
- The Giggler
- The Hypnotiser
Has the power to disorientate, mesmerise and disrupt your self-awareness.
Source: The Smiler | Alton Towers Resort
The Smiler – The Ride – Experience The Smiler at Alton Towers Resort
KEY FACTS
Ride time: 165 seconds
Passengers per ride train: 16
Minimum rider height: 1.4m
Location: X Sector
Highest drop: 30m
Maximum speed: approx 85 km/h
Track length: 1,170m
Opening: May 2013
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