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Most of us love a good roller coaster, so we’ve travelled the world to seek out the latest record breaking rides for 2014 that... Check Out These New Record-Breaking Theme Park Rides

Most of us love a good roller coaster, so we’ve travelled the world to seek out the latest record breaking rides for 2014 that are set to get your hearts’ racing and satisfy even the biggest thrill seeker. As well as scaring the life out of us, they also demand a level of appreciation for the amount of design and innovation that goes into creating these monster rides.

ZUMANJARO:DROP OF DOOM - Six Flags Great Adventure Jackson, New Jersey

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Zumanjaro is the tallest drop tower in the world. It reaches 415 feet in the air before dropping back to the ground at 90 mph. It takes thirty seconds to reach the top, where it pauses, allowing you to enjoy the view as well as build anticipation for what is to come next. It suddenly drops at 90 mph, taking just ten seconds to reach the ground. Maybe ride this one BEFORE lunch!