The Interpreter Posted August 30, 2009 Share Posted August 30, 2009 CHARLOTTE, N.C. Eight years after his death, Dale Earnhardt's bond with fans is typically seen through T-shirts, caps and die-cast cars. But that's changing. A man whose face has adorned candy bars now will have his nickname and persona attached to roller coasters in North Carolina and Virginia. They will be among the fastest - of course - and tallest on the East Coast.... Now come the announcements of the roller coasters. Kings Dominion in Doswell, recently announced the Intimidator 305 roller coaster will open next April. The $25 million ride will feature a 305-foot climb and reach speeds of up to 92 mph. Carowinds, located near Charlotte, announced Wednesday it will build an Intimidator roller coaster, which will feature seven drops - one for each of his series titles - have a peak of 232 feet and reach speeds near 80 mph. These projects are part of a transition for Dale Earnhardt Inc. from souvenirs to fan experience. Steiner said a new theme for Earnhardt's legacy will be "The Legend Lives Here."... http://hamptonroads.com/2009/08/merchandis...ors-sales-touch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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