Welcome to the

Rye Carnival

Rye CarnivalThis a fictional layout

based on the annual traveling carnival that operates on the Rye

foreshore during Christmas each year.

Rye CarnivalThe rides modelled on this layout

depict a selection of

the rides that have actually appeared at

the Rye Carnival.

Rye CarnivalFor the past 50 plus years the Rye carnival has been operated by

Wittingslow Amusements the oldest amusement

company in Victoria.

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The following photos show the transformation of a traveling carnival from “racked rides” to “show time”

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The following photos show the transformation of a traveling carnival from “racked rides” to “show time”

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The following photos show the transformation of a traveling carnival from “racked rides” to “show time”

Rye Carnival

The following photos show the transformation of a traveling carnival from “racked rides” to “show time”

Rye Carnival

The following photos show the transformation of a traveling carnival from “racked rides” to “show time”

Rye Carnival

The following photos show the transformation of a traveling carnival from “racked rides” to “show time”

Rye CarnivalNow if you adhere to

the warning sign

We can begin the ride!

Rye CarnivalThe Breakdance by Huss

was first manufactured in 1985. The ride was

an instant success worldwide, and is now

HUSS's most produced creation with over 110 distributed world wide - appealing immensely to

riders of all ages.

Rye CarnivalThe ride was based

heavily off the older Schwartzkopf Calypso.

Underneath all the scaffolding, the basic mechanics of the ride are very similar to a Sizzler - however, Huss added the

following…

Rye Carnival• a slight incline of 7.5o

to the whole ride structure.

• multi-directional, variable speed

hydraulic drives. • ingenious "..obliquely

mounted" 360o gondola swivels.

....resulting in a whole new ride.

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This gives a very enjoyable, fast-paced motion resembling movements experienced on a Scrambler / Sizzler / Cha Cha,

but is far better thanks to the incline of both the main hub, and the gondola joints. This combined with variable drive speeds, creates an infinite possibility of random movement patterns.

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Despite the large size of the ride (20m x 20m), it can be racked on 2 x 40ft trailers.

As a result of the Breakdance's huge success worldwide, HUSS now manufactures 3 versions of the ride:

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• The standard 16 gondola, 36 seater (adults), with backdrop and incline of 7.5o

• The Breakdance 2 - with 24 gondolas, seating 48 adults, with backdrop and incline.

• The Breakdance 3 - 16 gondola, 36 seater, no backdrop or central incline. ie. More compact.

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There are currently 4 Breakdance's in Australia, three travelling road models and the other at Sydney's Luna

Park.

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A Sobema Breakdance on a Summer night at the Rye Carnival (Melbourne, Australia)

Rye CarnivalThe Rainbow (HUSS) was

first manufactured in 1983, containing many design elements of the Ranger (HUSS 1981). The ride concept of the Rainbow was quickly copied by various other ride manufacturers, failing to match the size and overall quality of the ride. eg. A.R.M's Ali-baba.

Rye CarnivalThis ride really has to be

seen in motion to be appreciated. It's typically HUSS - offering riders

unbeatable smoothness (hydraulically driven),

and spectators a graceful, well-lit,

perfectly themed picture. It's amazing height of

66ft dominates the set-up of any carnival.

Rye CarnivalThe Rainbow appeals to riders of all

ages, offering a basic orbiting sensation, with alternating movements of varying speed, both clockwise and anti-clockwise. Generally speaking, the ride sensation is nothing too major, with basic side-to-side motions, and slight weightlessness sensations. - thus the reason for it's wide appeal amongst both the young and old. …even your great-grandma'd enjoy this one.

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There is one Rainbow travelling Australia (3 trailers)

This picture shows the Rainbow’s lower arm with HUSS’s patented “parallel conduct system”, keeping the gondola upright at all times

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The arm then locks into the lower section of the hub

Rye CarnivalAn official patent diagram of the Rainbow's parallel conduct system,

with the chain moving in accordance with the boom,

ensuring the gondola remains fixed in a horizontal position. Incidentally,

Chance's Falling Star uses this chain system (which can be seen

through a small maintenance window in both booms). Another

alternative to this chain type system would be some kind of

crank shaft. (this system can be seen outside the boom on A.R.M's

Ali-baba).

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A close-up of the Rainbow’s powerful hydraulic pump, situated at the rear base

 

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This small plate is the 24-bolt attachment point to the main gondola

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A Rainbow being set up. The 2 arm pieces are transported alongside the ride’s base, while the gondola, platforms and lighting are carried on a smaller trailer. A crane is required for the ride’s assembly. Note: the ride’s huge sun face can be seen on the ground

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Gondola racked

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Wittingslow's Rainbow, Royal Melbourne Show

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Rear shot of Rainbows 4 powerful hydraulic drives

Rye CarnivalGondola on

trailer during set-up;

ready to be bolted onto the

main boom

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The Octopus originating back in the 1950's, rides of this type became very common. Various US

manufacturers built them with the main company being Eyerly.

Rye CarnivalOriginal Everly patent drawings

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The Soundwave / CHA CHA ride was developed by Chance Ind in 1929 variations of this ride are currently in production.

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This photo is of the Soundwave at the Rye carnival in 1999.

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Thank you for your time and we hope

you enjoy the show.