Cables that turn corners.
View our technologySwitchback® technology is the game-changing ride system from Ziptrek Technologies & Holmes Solutions that offers the ultimate flexibility in ride design and layout. The main ingredient in our ride disrupting recipe is the ability to transition seamlessly between cable and rail at speed.
Switchback® technology can take your next project to another level through the combination of cables, rails, and creativity. Our ride technology uses electric vehicles to blur the lines between amusement rides and elevated tours.
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SWITCHBACK® RIDE SYSTEM 101
Switchback® is an innovative ride system that seamlessly integrates cable and rail. Riders can transfer between cable and rail at speed. With the combination of cable and rail, our Switchback® technology can travel long distances, turn corners, drop into helixes, take varying pathways, fly through the trees or along a cliffside all in one ride. The possibilities are endless.
Cable is affordable and efficient. Rail is creative and interactive.
Switchback® rides use electric vehicles with single or tandem seat options. Our system can go up, down, turn, and stop on a dime - allowing ride designers to let their imaginations run wild. Get an introduction to what's possible in the video below.
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CABLE TO RAIL TRANSITIONS
The core of the Switchback® DNA is the seamless integration between cable and rail at speed. This breakthrough technology expands design possibilities. Watch the video below for an overview on how our cable to rail transitions work.
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The world's most flexible ride system.
Switchback® allows riders to seamlessly transition between flexible cable and rigid rail. Cable allows riders to easily span distances with minimal supporting structure, while rail sections provide high-speed curves, twists, and turns.
The technology allows for flexibility in design, accommodating large or small footprints, as well as layouts that take advantage of unused vertical space.
From thrill rides on stadium rooftops to tour rides over zoos, Switchback® adapts to your property creating unique and memorable experiences.
Contact us for a detailed overview of specs, layouts, and designs for Switchback® in the following categories:
• Amusement
• Mountain / Resorts
• Urban Rides
• Tours
• Tower Rides
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Dialing in the rider experience.
Switchback® technology lets you customize the rider experience. That experience starts with seat options. Switchback® technology offers single and tandem rider options, providing a safe and comfortable experience while optimizing throughput.
But that's not all, the control system and advanced swing dampening technology allow ride designers and operators to fully tune the rider experience.
Create a ride experience exactly as you imagined it with a responsive vehicle system. Whether you've created a chill tour ride, a thrill experience, or a combination of both, with Switchback® you're in control.
Contact us to look behind the scenes and learn about our custom control software. We'll also show you our launch and landing zones, rescue procedures, and dig into the details of our remarkable rider throughput.
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The Benefits
The flexibility of cable is just one of the features that make Switchback® technology beneficial to our clients. The commitment to safety, paired with installation flexibility and high throughput combine to make our technology a winner.
1. Flexible Design
Traverse ski slopes or cross over packed tourist corridors. Helix through trees or land in a nightclub.
2. Amazing ROI
No stopping to change direction. Switchback® technology keeps riders moving, amplifying your revenue.
3. Unparalled Safety
Safety is an engineering priority. Switchback® riders enjoy thrills while staying secure.
Partners & Suppliers
We're working with a number of key companies and organizations to bring Switchback® installations into the world. Interested in partnering with us? We'd love to connect with you.
For over 25 years, Ride Entertainment has led in every sector of the attractions industry through sales, installation, service, and support. Ride Entertainment is focused on delivering Switchback® projects to clients around the world.
Since 1836, Fatzer has been specializing in the development, manufacture and global distribution of high-quality steel wire ropes for transport cableways. We're working closely with Fatzer to develop an optimized cableway for Switchback®.
We're working with TWS Group to develop new techniques to maximize the battery power for Switchback® vehicles. TWS Group is a global leader providing innovative Lithium-based battery technology solutions.
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Holmes Solutions continues the technical development of Switchback®. They use their expertise in roadside safety, construction, & adventure recreation in combination with the collective engineering power of the Holmes Group.