Behind the Scenes: 5 Years of Airtime Thrills

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  • Опубликовано: 3 окт 2024
  • My first video was launched on April 7th, 2018 and it's been a wild 5 year ride. Here's a look at how I ended up where I am now, and the thought process behind everything that went into the channel up to this point.

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  • @CZsWorld
    @CZsWorld Год назад +46

    Glad to hear you're doing an Astroworld documentary. The docs are your best content.

  • @Cje_-yj8ov
    @Cje_-yj8ov Год назад +58

    You were the channel that inspired me to fully embrace being a coaster nerd. I started watching your videos in early 2019, and have now been to so many more parks, even with friends and family. Thank you Mr. Thrills, I hope your channel never stops “keeping on”

  • @BliXXardStorm
    @BliXXardStorm Год назад +33

    Thanks for this incredible ride, Chris! You are one of my favorite coaster content creators, and I can’t wait for more from outside of America!

  • @EliteCoasters
    @EliteCoasters Год назад +23

    My interest in coasters was sparked by Theme Park Crazy, but Airtime Thrills made me an enthusiast. Thank you Chris for all you do!

  • @masterwatermelonthemeparks
    @masterwatermelonthemeparks Год назад +11

    Memerories bring back memories bring back you 😢

  • @IRDeady
    @IRDeady Год назад +10

    Your channel and theme park crazy are huge factors in why I started getting back into coasters after not riding anything for like 15 years. Thanks for all your work!

  • @BliXXardStorm
    @BliXXardStorm Год назад +3

    Airtime Thrills OGs that remember the terrible audio quality:
    👇

  • @BenLeif
    @BenLeif Год назад +1

    You're one of my favorite channels here!! And not just about coasters, channels in general❤❤❤

  • @FloridianGuy12
    @FloridianGuy12 Год назад +10

    It is amazing how this has changed over time. Thanks for the memories.

  • @AirtimeProductions
    @AirtimeProductions Год назад +7

    Congrats Chris! You have changed the coaster RUclips game and influenced everyone so much- inspiring many including myself

  • @robertpolk9910
    @robertpolk9910 Год назад +1

    Congrats on 5 years, Chris! I was your 1000th subscriber and we have been in a credit battle since that day. I just rode Arie Force One for my 650th credit. My 13 year old son Alex has 213 credits. I wonder how long we can stay ahead of you and Sophie? Your channel is one of the best out there and it deserves recognition for your creativity and passion for our beloved industry.

    • @AirtimeThrills
      @AirtimeThrills  Год назад

      Wow 650 i wont get there til next year at the very earliest. Sophie will pass 200 this summer, not sure exactly where she will land but theyll be pretty close

  • @therealkevingeake
    @therealkevingeake Год назад +1

    @AirtimeThrills Love your videos Chris! So much quality with so much variety. Here’s two video ranking videos that I think would be awesome:
    Top 10 Pre-Lift sections
    Top 10 Tunnel moments
    Keep up the good work! 👍

    • @AirtimeThrills
      @AirtimeThrills  Год назад

      Both really interesting ones. I had you on this week's buy or sell, was I saying your name correctly?

  • @t-hankplays7073
    @t-hankplays7073 Год назад +2

    Happy 5
    Years!

  • @Sonic-gy7kq
    @Sonic-gy7kq Год назад +4

    You seriously rock. A titan in the coaster RUclips scene. Your RUclips ideas are so fresh every time, so unique and creative. Always entertaining putting a smile on my face. Fresh opinions as well, always good to have new perspectives. Keep it real.
    Edit: btw I enjoy the “2001 coasters that changes the scene” videos too lol

  • @hangtimechills3461
    @hangtimechills3461 Год назад

    It's crazy to believe that I have been watching your videos for four years now. Damn does time fly.

  • @thesaucyslurp
    @thesaucyslurp Год назад +1

    I've been a fan since around 2020 and I still enjoy your videos so you got something right for sure!

  • @PancakeJar_Lover
    @PancakeJar_Lover Год назад +1

    This is my birthday today and I'm turning 13. This was a fun video to watch and its cool to see how your channel has changed. Keep up the good work!👍👍

  • @JewishSingers
    @JewishSingers Год назад +1

    been watching this channel since december of 2019! Just keep the gr8 videos coming!

  • @ashleyturbo
    @ashleyturbo Год назад

    Ur channel is so cool. The documentarys, the rankings, the buy or sell videos, everything is perfect. Ur 1 of my favorite coaster channels. 😁💖👍🏻

  • @collegeluvr
    @collegeluvr Год назад

    For quite a few years now, and probably forever… You are my number one go to. you have all those interesting videos and I absolutely adored your Kings Island documentary. Kings Island is my second favorite park so I love seeing all of the history and current stuff. I will be a subscriber forever.

  • @michaeltaylor1603
    @michaeltaylor1603 Год назад

    definition of Passion-A strong feeling of enthusiasm or excitement for something or doing something. Roller coasters + amusement/themed park visits are but one on many of my passions. I also do/did photography, videography, storytelling. An artist oft times "suffers" for their work. Some of what I felt was my BEST writing got little to NO responses. I truly LOVE your channel! The fact that you respond to my comments means a LOT to me! I look forward to AstroWorld doc. I played worked+ lament the passing on my hometown park. Fond memories of rides, people, pix and nuts/bolts from the park. The seg in your intro of GPS and the sunglasses dropping, gets me every time!

  • @whosjwlz
    @whosjwlz Год назад

    I’ve been watching since summer 2021 when I rode my first wooden coasters at my home park Silverwood, I started to get the hype behind rollercoasters and I wanted to learn more about them as I dreamed of riding more. Airtime Thrills became one of my favorite channels and still is to this day! I love your documentary videos, the fun predictions of buy or sell, the technicality of by the numbers, and everything else in between. I’m happy to say I’ve been watching for about two years now, and I hope to continue watching for years to come! Happy 5 years of Airtime Thrills!

  • @deadshotdaiquiri2734
    @deadshotdaiquiri2734 Год назад

    When i first got into the community you were one of the first channels I watched. Its crazy to think how early i have been watching from

  • @twodollarstwenty
    @twodollarstwenty Год назад

    Congrats on 5 years! I’ve been a subscriber for most of that. Love each and everyone of your videos and I look forward to seeing your trip overseas!

  • @joelmoore886
    @joelmoore886 Год назад

    You do amazing work. Your channel is one of my favorites on RUclips. 😀

  • @ToastGhost
    @ToastGhost Год назад

    Been here since the Cedar Fair winners & losers video and have watched everything ever since! It’s been a great few years and I can’t wait for more!

  • @timjacoboski751
    @timjacoboski751 Год назад +4

    2020 was a dark year but I was one of those thousands of people who discovered your channel and had something to look forward to watching EVERY day. Video after video, it really helped me through the pandemic. I hope you see those numbers and realize you helped so many pass the time during that rough year!

  • @HiCaballo
    @HiCaballo Год назад

    I’m really glad to hear that the history of Magic Mountain blew up. Videos like that do good for people seeking information. As long as Magic Mountain is open people are gonna love it and be interested in it’s history. I admit I haven’t seen the Kings Island one, but only because I had seen a really good one on it years back.

    • @AirtimeThrills
      @AirtimeThrills  Год назад

      I dont think anyones done anything on KI as in depth as the one I did, you may have been talking about Riding History to the Limits which covers the opening nicely but thats about it. I'm doing one for Astroworld even though there are videos on that already out there, but this one is about 4x longer and more detailed

    • @HiCaballo
      @HiCaballo Год назад

      @@AirtimeThrills yeah that’s the one. I thought it had some good interviews but yeah it’s pretty old so I’m sure yours did provide more from the Millenium. Still, there’s plenty of space for more docs on these parks. My problem was I saw the first few parts as they were uploaded which had some overlap and just haven’t gotten around to the full doc. I will check it out though since it’s my favorite park outside of Magic Mountain which holds sentimental/nostalgic value.

  • @pecemakor917
    @pecemakor917 Год назад

    Happy birthday ATT! Here's to five more years of coasters!

  • @Rex-ct8ht
    @Rex-ct8ht Год назад

    Thanks for all the content, bud! Crazy to think how much my own life has changed since I discovered your channel, but here you are, still posting greats videos every week. Really glad your stuck with us, looking forward to more great stuff over the next five years.

  • @coastersandbrews
    @coastersandbrews Год назад +3

    Congrats on 5 years man! Still our go to coaster RUclipsr out there! We legit found you because of that six flags video. Will never forget watching it after our first visit to Dollywood in March 2019 actually. Here’s to the future bro 🍻

  • @Blessjhons
    @Blessjhons Год назад

    One of the best coaster channels! Keep it up Chris 👍🏾

  • @camikelly2356
    @camikelly2356 Год назад

    Congratulations on five years, Chris! That’s amazing how fast your channel grew! I love your videos because of their uniqueness. Keep it up!

  • @joemarquez9789
    @joemarquez9789 Год назад

    Chris, just wanted to say congratulations on 5 years of Airtime Thrills. Keep up the amazing work. Can't wait to see what the next few years will bring to your channel.😊

  • @beau_thielen
    @beau_thielen Год назад

    I’ve been here since about 6 months into your channel. I’m not on RUclips much anymore but I don’t think I’ve missed a video of yours since. I always look forward to watching your vids when they come out. Keep it up!

  • @stonerthoosie
    @stonerthoosie Год назад

    Congrats on 5 years, bud! Have been a fan since 2019 and you never fail to put out consistent content. Keep it up! 🤙

  • @XscreamThrills
    @XscreamThrills Год назад

    Congrats on the 5 years! Looking forward to many more years of great content by airtime thrills!

  • @BigDCoasterFam
    @BigDCoasterFam Год назад

    Thanks for all that you do. I found your videos during Covid lockdown in ‘20. Keep up the good work!

  • @Kennywood_Fanatic
    @Kennywood_Fanatic Год назад

    Your videos always help me cope with stress, keep it up, you are in my top 5 favorite coaster RUclipsrs

  • @alexis_irene16
    @alexis_irene16 Год назад

    You are my favorite coaster channel out there ✌️You always have new fresh ideas and concepts. I’ve been a true enthusiast since 2020. My most anticipated trip this year has to be my first visit to Holiwood Nights❤️

  • @A350PR
    @A350PR Год назад

    Thank you for sharing this behind the scenes content. I particularly enjoy your documentary videos! They are very well made and probably the best on RUclips. Keep up the excellent work!

  • @strongarm_11
    @strongarm_11 Год назад +1

    This was a fun ride I had with watching you.
    I started watching you around the time you started putting out those mini documentaries and I was hooked with your videos along side other coaster channels like coaster studios, theme park crazy, and koaster kids. Unfortunately i lost interest in coasters by 2020 and Covid prevented me from traveling for 2 years. during that time I grew up and in 2022 I started riding coasters again from a lost of fear. I started watching you guys again and catching up with what I miss. I hope your doing well with your life as I’ve struggled but finally got back to normal with coasters. Hope the next 5 years will be just as fun as the first. Just like that fall out boy song
    thanks for the memories

    • @AirtimeThrills
      @AirtimeThrills  Год назад +1

      That's good you were able to rebound quickly and get back to it

    • @strongarm_11
      @strongarm_11 Год назад +1

      @@AirtimeThrills yep 👍
      I guess that’s what happens when you grow up fast (I’m 15, turning 16 next month)

  • @joshuamoore3049
    @joshuamoore3049 Год назад

    I remember first seeing your channel when you first started it up, and have been a supporter since. Your videos are good to watch.

  • @triple7marc
    @triple7marc Год назад

    Been watching since the very beginning!

  • @memecentral10
    @memecentral10 Год назад +1

    I became an enthusiast in the middle of 2018, when I discovered Coaster Studios, and your content especially helped me to become a coaster nerd and a part of the great community! Thank you Chris, for being one of my favorite channels and helping me get into the community!

  • @ducksfan_1149
    @ducksfan_1149 Год назад

    thank you! I think you are the most creative coaster RUclipsr. You find something that works, and instead of relying on it, you continue to find other things that work. (Some of your newer series are my favorites) I am jealous of your work ethic, and I’m excited to see where this channel goes in the future!
    It helps that I tend to agree with your opinions more than anyone else LMAO. Hope to see you at a park some day!

    • @AirtimeThrills
      @AirtimeThrills  Год назад +1

      It's rare to find someone who agrees with my opinions so I am definitely glad to hear it

  • @cheese_bomb5
    @cheese_bomb5 Год назад

    i love your vids and cant wait to see what you have to offer in 2023

  • @HeelBJC
    @HeelBJC Год назад

    I don't remember when I subscribed (edit: found a website that tells you... June 5th, 2019 so not THAT early), but your channel has been a great source of entertainment over the last several years. Glad to be here for the journey. Someday I'll have to meander on over to the Discord server.
    PS: People occasionally post links to SUPER old message boards on the rollercoaster subreddit. Old boards from the early-mid 90's when the internet was super young. I think there could be some golden content in looking through what people thought back then.

    • @AirtimeThrills
      @AirtimeThrills  Год назад +1

      Thats interesting, i wonder if the volume of people using it would be enough to get a real sense of the coaster scene for the early 90s

  • @airtimemyke8164
    @airtimemyke8164 Год назад

    I'm still waiting on my Tesla. Congratulations on 5 years of success 🙌🏿

  • @Onoitsbroko
    @Onoitsbroko Год назад +1

    This is so awesome! I've been here since around 10k or so and I love how your channel has blossomed so far. The documentaries and Buy or Sell are my favorite videos on the channel for sure!

  • @Marty_NZ
    @Marty_NZ Год назад

    Well done Chris. I've been here since very close to the start and I appreciate your videos. Hopefully one day i'll run into you at a park on my coaster journeys.

  • @matymil
    @matymil Год назад

    This may be my favorite video yet. Congrats 🎉

  • @zooderloopers
    @zooderloopers Год назад

    good stuff! we started watching your videos specifically during the sfmm doc. just getting back into coasters ourselves, it was fun to look at the history of one of our former home parks!

  • @krathkacalle
    @krathkacalle Год назад

    For sure you got my support! Really like your videos, so keep this channel alive :D Congrats from Spain!!!!

  • @rmel8139
    @rmel8139 Год назад

    Congrats!!! I discovered your channel during the pandemic and ever since then make it a point to watch all of your videos that you put out. Your content is great. I love your Things that changed the coaster Industry videos and when you rank music decades with coasters. I could see this becoming even more in depth and breaking it down by year, top 5 or 10 coasters and songs that came out in year xxxx

    • @AirtimeThrills
      @AirtimeThrills  Год назад

      I got a new music/coaster video coming out today!

  • @Dancin_In_The_Moonlight
    @Dancin_In_The_Moonlight Год назад +3

    Congratulations on 5 years, Chris! Love your content! Here's to many more years of success! 🎉

  • @Harrys.Truman-fanpage
    @Harrys.Truman-fanpage Год назад

    Congratulations on 5 years ! Can’t wait for European content and I hope to one day start my own coaster trip!

  • @amusementscape
    @amusementscape Год назад +1

    Love it man, I started watching you in 2019, and I can’t wait to see where the future takes you

  • @unworthyrider
    @unworthyrider Год назад

    Love the vids and the creativity. I’m happy that you’ve been able to find success in something that you’re passionate about. Congrats!

  • @thecrazyathlete3066
    @thecrazyathlete3066 Год назад +2

    Been watching since 100 subs

  • @skullstar1000
    @skullstar1000 Год назад

    this is such an interesting video! love your channel and i cant wait to see it grow more!

  • @iquitokay
    @iquitokay Год назад +1

    Request: Arrow's Last 6 Coasters By The Numbers
    Must include:
    Diablo (PortAventura, Spain)
    Roller Coaster (Al-Shaab, Kuwait)
    Road Runner Express (SFFT)
    Mad Mouse Model (Myrtle Beach, MA, VF, CGA)
    Tennessee Tornado (Dollywood)
    X2 (SFMM)

  • @StamfordBridge
    @StamfordBridge Год назад +2

    Congratulations and thank you for a great channel! I subbed right from that first video and have seen everything since! 👏 👏 👏

    • @AirtimeThrills
      @AirtimeThrills  Год назад +2

      Thanks for all your support over the full 5 years, i appreciate it!

  • @kabe1750
    @kabe1750 Год назад

    I stumbled across your channel about 2 years ago. It was your non-biased approach and historical nuggets on coasters and theme park documentaries that keeps me coming back. Congrats bro!

  • @danieldunphy1012
    @danieldunphy1012 Год назад

    Congratulations on 5 years!

  • @SingleRiderGuy
    @SingleRiderGuy Год назад

    For a second, I thought it said "5 Years of Airtime." That would be so cool.

  • @arjanhendriks780
    @arjanhendriks780 Год назад

    i kove your videos, keep them coming.
    I like the buy ore sell and the history ones the most.
    if you ever come to Europe i wil travel around whit you.
    Greetings from the Netherlans,

    • @AirtimeThrills
      @AirtimeThrills  Год назад

      I would love to go to the Netherlands. Maybe combine that with Germany/Belgium/Poland

  • @travispettipiece2331
    @travispettipiece2331 Год назад

    Love your videos ❤🎉 keep up the good work 👍

  • @jzckvsn
    @jzckvsn Год назад +4

    Congrats on 5 years Chris! Keep on making amazing content! I love watching every video!

  • @opraiderman904
    @opraiderman904 Год назад +1

    Thanks for the quality content! Keep it coming, Chris!

  • @hedgehogcoasters7239
    @hedgehogcoasters7239 Год назад

    i hopped on board the train after you released the year six flags lost its mind and have kept on riding! Your mini-documentaries, by the numbers, and continuous hatred for Skyrush give a different perspective to the coaster community, and I love it! Congrats on 5 years!

  • @coaster_corner
    @coaster_corner Год назад +1

    I enjoy watching your videos knowing that you share your true opinion even if it’s unpopular

  • @YTAnalyzed
    @YTAnalyzed Год назад

    Some video ideas I would make, but don't feel like starting a new channel for it:
    theme park travel strategies - which parks are near each other, best place to fly in or do a road trip to hit multiple parks at once
    and
    what makes each park unique, for those who have only been to their home park to see how it differentiates from other parks, and to those who are looking to visit.

  • @johnfoltz8183
    @johnfoltz8183 Год назад +1

    Airtime Thrills: GPS, take me to Six Flags America.
    GPS: we don’t do that here

  • @Zak-iw7ee
    @Zak-iw7ee Год назад +1

    Hey I remember when I used to watch you and I would think you where the coolest guy ( you still are ) because you traveled to world just to ride rollercoaster

  • @thecoasterdad9808
    @thecoasterdad9808 Год назад

    My favorite videos would have to be the buy or sell. I do love the Kings Island documentary though, course I’m a KI local so I had to watch lol however I definitely would love more documentary style videos that are like a hour plus. There isn’t really any coaster or amusement park documentaries out there. So it would be nice to see more.

  • @joshyater3220
    @joshyater3220 Год назад +1

    The argument with you and the Gps is my favorite video and favorite part of any video

  • @will3057
    @will3057 Год назад +1

    Anybody else started watching after the green lantern video

  • @DreamofThrills
    @DreamofThrills Год назад

    love the channel and hope to gain the courage to do one too. love amusment and water parks

  • @runier2352
    @runier2352 Год назад +2

    That’s insane

  • @DankPeezy
    @DankPeezy Год назад +2

    You've come a long way Chris. I'm really proud of you man. You've stuck with it and grown and really found your place in the community and in this crazy world. Congratulations on all of your success brother. You've earned it and deserve it. Can't wait to see your Euro VLOGS. I hope you have a blast! 🎢

  • @johngrzeschik1769
    @johngrzeschik1769 Год назад

    Why does this
    Are me so happy

  • @ejectorairtime73
    @ejectorairtime73 Год назад +1

    This was an epic 5 year ride, I was watching your videos since December of 2019 and you were an engaging content creator. Can't wait for more!
    Theme Park Crazy made me hooked to coasters, but Airtime thrills truly got me in to the enthusiast club lol.

  • @Varraz
    @Varraz Год назад

    For your Scandinavia Trip I'd suggest you get a Tripsdrill season pass. This might sound weird but they have a programm where you get free entry once a year for their seven partner Parks once a year, in Scandinavia they include Farup Sommerland, Liseberg and Kongenpark, you also get the Efteling and of course Tripsdrill for just 125 Euros. I live 10 minutes away from Tripsdrill, so I get my Season Pass every year anyways, but this offer might finally the cause to do my first coaster trip this summer!

    • @AirtimeThrills
      @AirtimeThrills  Год назад

      That sounds like a great deal, but admission is included with the coaster crew fee so i wont have to worry about it this time around

  • @gddarrentriplet
    @gddarrentriplet Год назад

    Here’s for another five years 🍻

  • @billclinton984
    @billclinton984 Год назад +1

    love your channel bro, congratulations on 5 years ❤😁

  • @Thrills_And_Chills_WQAQ
    @Thrills_And_Chills_WQAQ Год назад +3

    Yooo Saturday upload, as usual great upload and thanks again lol. Question abt Dollywood, what’s your ideal route to go for with getting all the creds in 2 days

    • @AirtimeThrills
      @AirtimeThrills  Год назад +1

      2 days is more than enough time to ride everything multiple times. Hit Lightning Rod at rope drop. Everything else in the back shouldnt get crowded til later so after riding LRod head back there to stay one step ahead of the crowds

    • @stephenboshears4832
      @stephenboshears4832 Год назад

      As a home Parker start with Firechaser and Dragonflier at open as those lines get insane later in the day and L Rod is always going to be a full queue no matter how early you get there. It’s entirely possible to ride everything in about 3-4 hours even on a busy day.

  • @brucegibson1813
    @brucegibson1813 Год назад

    I've been watching since 2020 and its always a good time when one of your videos is posted, keep up the good work!

  • @diegeckowelt5264
    @diegeckowelt5264 Год назад

    Hey , how about a prediction video for your trip to skandinavia about your top 10 coasters there...
    I'd really like to see that !

  • @ericthomason8463
    @ericthomason8463 Год назад +2

    I discovered you from your Top B&M Collections video in early 2019. It was great seeing you change and evolve since then.

  • @Hydra_X9K_Music
    @Hydra_X9K_Music Год назад

    Speaking of that top 20 worst coasters video, what video was that one clip where it was what sounded like ElToroRyan saying, "OH HO!!!! WHY?!"

  • @aledandrian
    @aledandrian Год назад +1

    I’ve loved your channel and its varied, insightful content ever since being recommended your Cedar Fair winners and loser video (and finally giving it a shot after a few months because I thought your thumbnails looked cheap lol), and your passion for roller coasters encouraged me to fulfill a childhood dream of mine and take an amazing solo trip through Pennsylvania
    Btw You Get What You Give is one of the greatest songs of all time

    • @AirtimeThrills
      @AirtimeThrills  Год назад +1

      I think you get what you give is actually THE best of all time. And i dont take offense to my thumbnail comment i make them in powerpoint and you get what you get lol

  • @rap_lover321
    @rap_lover321 Год назад +1

    Congrats on 5 years chris. I’ve been watching you for a little over 3 years and you’ve helped me get into roller coasters and get out and explore parks. To this day you are still my favorite channel. Keep up the good work

  • @Talksalottle
    @Talksalottle Год назад

    I started watching in 2019

  • @coastercat112
    @coastercat112 Год назад

    Thanks for sharing, you have worked so hard and it shows. Keep going, we love your videos and you've inspired our young family to be enthusiasts 🎢

  • @nicktipton2740
    @nicktipton2740 Год назад +2

    Hard to believe I’ve been following u since 2019, man. What a ride

  • @joehartman8138
    @joehartman8138 Год назад

    Congrats.

  • @RaiderNation84
    @RaiderNation84 Год назад

    Congrats dude.

  • @The_MythicalKing_
    @The_MythicalKing_ Год назад +1

    my favorite youtuber

  • @kfair3331
    @kfair3331 Год назад +2

    I only found you last year following my first trip to Cedar Point. I instantly loved your content. Congratulations on 5 years of RUclips!