Prowler (roller coaster)

Before the announcement of the new ride, there were teasers put out by the park. These teasers included placing a mysterious large storage crate at the front of the park, which was 'delivered' by the "International Wildlife Organization" or the "IWO".^[2] More details of the package kept coming out through the blog and videos came out ^[3][4][5] as the IWO storyline continued until September 1, 2008. That day, Worlds of Fun announced that Prowler would be coming to the park.^[1]

Prowler opened to the general public on May 2, 2009.

For the 2019 season, both Prowler and Timber Wolf were retracked. Some sections had their wood replaced, including the first drop. The wood on the outside section of the hill was being replaced with IPE wood, which was the highest quality timber available and eight times harder than California Redwood. This would add some softness to the turn and reduce the stress on the track. Plus, the ride received a new chain for the lift hill.^[6]

Prowler is the second wooden roller coaster to be built at Worlds of Fun with the first one being Timber Wolf. The ride reaches an unspecified height of 85 feet (26 m), into a spiral drop which swoops into a ravine and through the woods at the top speed of 51 miles (82 km) per hour.^[1]

A thrilling 2.5-minute adventure that begins with a slow ascent above the treetops before plunging into an adrenaline-pumping 180-degree turn. The ride delivers a relentless sequence of smooth yet forceful diagonal turns and airtime-inducing hills.

Rider Safety Information

• Minimum Height: 48"
• This high-speed wooden roller coaster features steep banked curves and rapid transitions.
• Riders are secured by individual lap bars and seatbelts across the thighs and pelvis.
• Due to the nature of the restraints, guests of larger body sizes may not be accommodated.
• Guests must have at least three functioning extremities. Alternatively, two functioning arms are acceptable if the guest has a normal center of gravity and sufficient lower body strength to maintain proper riding posture under dynamic conditions. Amputations must be at or below the knee.
• Casts are not permitted on this attraction.
• Alternate access is available via the ride exit. Riders must be able to transfer into the seat independently or with the help of a companion.
• A transfer device is available upon request to assist guests in moving from a wheelchair into the ride vehicle.
• A wheelchair lift is located at the exit to transport guests to the ride platform. Use the call button at the base of the lift to request assistance.

Warnings:

• This ride includes strobe lighting.
• Magnetic systems are used throughout the ride.

Two "Millennium Flyer trains" with 12 cars per train. Riders are arranged two across in a single row for a total of 24 riders per train.

Prowler was voted Best New Ride of 2009 - Amusement Park in Amusement Today's Golden Ticket Awards.^[7]

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  Prowler's first drop
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  Prowler's line queue
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  Prowler with car ascending
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  Prowler's ride station and queue
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  Prowler's ride sign