The ride
Drop the Dip is a steel roller coaster built by Arthur Jarvis at Coney Island in New York, having opened to the public in 1907. After 119 seasons of operation it remains one of the defining attractions on the Coney Island midway, drawing repeat riders who track every subtle change to its trains, restraints and station soundtrack.
On paper the ride is a serious thrill machine. It climbs 60 ft above the park before pitching forward into its first descent. enthusiast trip-planning resources
Coasters from Arthur Jarvis have a recognizable signature in track shaping, train design and the way transitions are paced. Riders familiar with other Arthur Jarvis installations will pick up on the same DNA in Drop the Dip's layout, particularly through its station design and the sound profile of the running gear.
Plan to ride Drop the Dip early in the day or during the final hour before park close, when standby waits at Coney Island typically drop. Single-rider lines and early-entry ticketing programs, when available at Coney Island, are usually the fastest ways to get repeat rides on a busy day.