SeaWorld San Antonio | Barracuda Strike | Family Inverted Coaster | 2026

[ThrillNerds]

Some light news today of a ~9 million dollar family inverted coaster going into SeaWorld. Here is the Licensing page for the project

TDLR TABS - Project Details

www.tdlr.texas.gov

This seems like an odd location for them to want to put a coaster, as there is not a ton of room between Steel Eel and WaveBreaker. At just under 9 Million, i cant imagine this will be very big, as Phoenix Rising for example, was estimated around 24 Million.

Thoughts? Maybe a Vekoma?

 

[Matt N]

At just under 9 Million, i cant imagine this will be very big, as Phoenix Rising for example, was estimated around 24 Million.

Out of curiosity, what’s your source for the Phoenix Rising cost?

I only ask as that doesn’t seem right to me. $24m is big coaster money, whereas Phoenix Rising is not a particularly big coaster. I know B&M are a premium manufacturer, but even still, the $9m mooted for this is closer to what I’d have expected Phoenix Rising to cost than $24m.

 

[ThrillNerds]

Out of curiosity, what’s your source for the Phoenix Rising cost?

I only ask as that doesn’t seem right to me. $24m is big coaster money, whereas Phoenix Rising is not a particularly big coaster. I know B&M are a premium manufacturer, but even still, the $9m mooted for this is closer to what I’d have expected Phoenix Rising to cost than $24m.

You are absolutely right. the figures i looked up dont match and now I can not find. however, looks like there is public liens on the removal of sand serpent which are over 3 million, on top of whatever the ride cost, as well as associated ride construction costs, Id imagine that hits close to 20 million.

 

[laurenvoss]

You are absolutely right. the figures i looked up dont match and now I can not find. however, looks like there is public liens on the removal of sand serpent which are over 3 million, on top of whatever the ride cost, as well as associated ride construction costs, Id imagine that hits close to 20 million.

too much.

 

[ThrillNerds]

Bolliger & Mabillard Ingenieurs Con | See Recent Shipments | ImportGenius

US Customs records available for Bolliger & Mabillard Ingenieurs Con, a supplier based in Switzerland. See exports to Six Flags Great Escape.

www.importgenius.com

Looks like a pretty large shipment from B&M made it to the port in New Orleans on june 21. Not that this signifies anything.

 

[TPoseOnTantrum]

Walls up now;

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[TPoseOnTantrum]

Land clearing has begun.



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[CanobieFan]

Some photos from Friday

https://twitter.com/x/status/1951271698151645441

 

[TPoseOnTantrum]

Clermont currently producing some new blue track;

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[Intamin Forever]

Well… track & supports on-site…

Credit: ThrillNerds on Reddit

 

[WarmishSign]

I didn't know they were relocating montu lol.

 

[Will]

Oh, not another one...

 

[Jarrett]

My mother was in Batavia today and snagged some photos for me, I believe this is track for the coaster in question.

 

[roomraider]

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My mother was in Batavia today and snagged some photos for me, I believe this is track for the coaster in question.

Seems the coaster at sea world has black track. I reckon this will be for the Legoland Shenzhen junior invert

 

[MLDesigns]

Vertical!

 

[VonRolland]

Looks slow

 

[bob_3_]

Actually enjoy Seaworld coasters not being another shade of blue. I like the nostalgic Batman: The Ride colours here.

 

[Jarrett]

SeaWorld San Antonio is making waves once again with plans for a new thrill ride, Barracuda Strike. As Texas’ first inverted family coaster, Barracuda Strike delivers high-speed thrills for guests of all ages—featuring sharp turns, dramatic drops, and the exhilarating sensation of gliding above the park’s iconic water ski lake with nothing beneath their feet!

“Barracuda Strike is a game-changer for family thrill rides, and we are excited to bring another great roller coaster to our guests in the spring of 2026,” said Jeff Davis, SeaWorld San Antonio Park President. “It will be fast, fierce, and fun—bringing guests closer to the ocean’s energy and mystery in a way only SeaWorld can.”

Barracuda Strike will be the eighth coaster in SeaWorld San Antonio’s lineup and the third family-friendly ride in as many years. Highlights include:

Texas’ Only Inverted Family Coaster: The unique ride system will suspend guests beneath 1800 feet of track for a smooth, soaring experience.

90-Foot Lift Hill: A dramatic climb sets the stage for an unforgettable chase.

Dynamic Layout: Features tight turns and swooping dives at up to 44 miles per hour while skimming over SeaWorld’s iconic water ski lake, with theming inspired by the barracuda’s speed and agility.

Family-Friendly Thrills: The ride is designed for a wide range of ages and thrill levels, and with a minimum height requirement of just 42 inches, it makes for the perfect shared adventure and a gateway thrill ride letting younger or less experienced riders feel bold.



Source: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/19xur2qr8n/?mibextid=wwXIfr

 

[Boodangy]

Honestly why not just call it Barracuda

I feel like more often than not chain parks in the US have this weird obsession with making names two part when they don't need to be. And imagine how slick this logo would be if it was just the fish silhouette without the strike on the bottom.

 

[roomraider]

Stats are similar enough for this to be a clone or modified clone of Phoenix Rising, placed track so far does nothing to disabuse me or that notion either.