- 2 non-slip steps lock securely into 3 piece track for access from both sides
- Recessed retainer well keeps car in place during mounting
- Car has high back, handrail, and foot rests for secure ride
- Snap-together design assembles without tools
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It may not feature any loop-de-loops or terrifying hairpin turns, but preschoolers will likely find this 10-foot-long roller coaster every bit as thrilling as grownups find the amusement park version. Molded in brightly colored plastic, it's built for years of wear in either the backyard or the playroom. The set's components fit together to form a downhill ride with another smaller hill about halfway through. What we loved most about this set is the fact that the individual parts are just as much fun as the fully assembled kit. The car, bright yellow with a sturdy handle, could just as easily be used around the house if the child is too young for the coaster. And the ramp system is plenty of fun to roll cars, balls, or anything else. Perhaps our tiny toy tester said it best: "Wheee!" --John Moe
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Let your child experience the up-and-down thrills of a roller coaster in the safety of your living room or driveway with the Up and Down Roller Coaster from Step2. The colorful snap-together track reaches 10 feet long and comes with two sets of non-slip steps that lock onto the track for added safety. The coaster car features a high back, handrail and foot rests for a secure ride. Measures approximately 123"L x 30.5"W x 14.75"H. Comes with track and coaster car. Holds up to 60 pounds. Adult supervision recommended.
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289 of 291 people found the following review helpful
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As you might imagine, there are a few drawbacks to this toy. I'll list them before the praise.
First, kids under 3 are going to occasionally hurt themselves. It's recommended for children 2-5, but, let's be honest, if you have an 18-month-old that can walk, you're going to put them on it. They can ride it and will love it, but they will need help getting on; they have to learn to hold their feet up on the car or out to avoid the wheels; and they occasionally forget the need to hold on to the bar. We use a loader and a catcher (mom and dad) for anyone under 3. Even a three-year-old will occasionally just fall off while getting on or run into another kid, if more than one kid present. But the toy is designed low enough to the ground that injuries should be more tears than actual bruises (unless you use it outside on your concrete driveway).
Second, the toy takes a lot of space if you use it indoors, or even if you just plan to store it someplace when it's not being used.
Third, this type of activity can often be short-lived. Don't buy this and expect it to be used every day for hours. My kids didn't play with it every day, so I started keeping it in the garage and bringing it out for special occasions like rainy days and visiting friends. They kids will play with the coaster for about 15-20 minutes each, at the most.
Fourth, you'll need to closely supervise the use of this toy, especially if there's more than one kid playing with it. For kids under 4, you may be doing a bit of work yourself in getting them on and pushing them back to the top. For the older kids, you may just referee and make sure that nobody stands in front of the track.
Now that may sound like a lot of negatives for a toy that I rated a 5, but you simply cannot have this much active fun inside the house without a trampoline or a really big ball pit. For children ages 2 and 3, this toy is more exciting than most adults would expect. The coaster is a solid construction and easy to put together and take apart in seconds. It even holds an adult should you want to test it out for yourself. Even older kids 5-6 love it, but you have to watch them a little as they try to increase the fun by doing more daring things like going down backwards. Finally, the editorial review was exactly right-the car does get used separately from the track and (when I kept my track out all the time) the kids played on it with matchbox cars and balls on a daily basis (it just took too much space in our play room). I wish they made toys like this when I was a kid.
First, kids under 3 are going to occasionally hurt themselves. It's recommended for children 2-5, but, let's be honest, if you have an 18-month-old that can walk, you're going to put them on it. They can ride it and will love it, but they will need help getting on; they have to learn to hold their feet up on the car or out to avoid the wheels; and they occasionally forget the need to hold on to the bar. We use a loader and a catcher (mom and dad) for anyone under 3. Even a three-year-old will occasionally just fall off while getting on or run into another kid, if more than one kid present. But the toy is designed low enough to the ground that injuries should be more tears than actual bruises (unless you use it outside on your concrete driveway).
Second, the toy takes a lot of space if you use it indoors, or even if you just plan to store it someplace when it's not being used.
Third, this type of activity can often be short-lived. Don't buy this and expect it to be used every day for hours. My kids didn't play with it every day, so I started keeping it in the garage and bringing it out for special occasions like rainy days and visiting friends. They kids will play with the coaster for about 15-20 minutes each, at the most.
Fourth, you'll need to closely supervise the use of this toy, especially if there's more than one kid playing with it. For kids under 4, you may be doing a bit of work yourself in getting them on and pushing them back to the top. For the older kids, you may just referee and make sure that nobody stands in front of the track.
Now that may sound like a lot of negatives for a toy that I rated a 5, but you simply cannot have this much active fun inside the house without a trampoline or a really big ball pit. For children ages 2 and 3, this toy is more exciting than most adults would expect. The coaster is a solid construction and easy to put together and take apart in seconds. It even holds an adult should you want to test it out for yourself. Even older kids 5-6 love it, but you have to watch them a little as they try to increase the fun by doing more daring things like going down backwards. Finally, the editorial review was exactly right-the car does get used separately from the track and (when I kept my track out all the time) the kids played on it with matchbox cars and balls on a daily basis (it just took too much space in our play room). I wish they made toys like this when I was a kid.
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I bought this Roller Coaster for my niece's first Christmas. It took less then a couple of minutes to set up using no instructions. My niece was 11 months old at the time and could just hold on while we walked along side her. She loved it!!! Now almost 5 months later, it is still in perfect condition. She can now ride it by herself, she pushes the coaster back up the track climbs on and goes again. She still loves it!
Good for up to age 7 or 8. My friend tried it and liked it and she weights around 130+ pounds. The older ones can ride on it and enjoy it as much as the younger children. The track is also fun to roll things down such as balls and toy cars. The car can be used without track also. As a side note the car makes a clicking sound as you push it back up the track which sounds like a real roller coaster. (its darling) Well worth the money and the amazing thing is that it is so durable it will be something that can be used for years.
Good for up to age 7 or 8. My friend tried it and liked it and she weights around 130+ pounds. The older ones can ride on it and enjoy it as much as the younger children. The track is also fun to roll things down such as balls and toy cars. The car can be used without track also. As a side note the car makes a clicking sound as you push it back up the track which sounds like a real roller coaster. (its darling) Well worth the money and the amazing thing is that it is so durable it will be something that can be used for years.
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I work at a day care center and all the kids I watch love this track. They giggle when the ride ends and the are still coasting on the wood floor. One of the more easy toys to put together. I also like that you can use the car to ride on without the track. Great item for all kids under 80ish lbs.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Wonderful!
My son received this for his first birthday. At that time he was walking for several months already and his favorite activity was pushing the car around. Read more
Published 19 days ago by Nicole Cunningham
Kids LOVE it! Super easy to put together.
This thing is a hit with the kids, they all love it. It's extremely easy to put together and take apart if you want to move it or take it somewhere else. Read more
Published 1 month ago by amazoner
Awesome toy and so much fun!
We bought this Step2 roller coaster for our sons when they were ages 5,2, & 1 years old. I can't tell you how many giggles and hours of fun they have had with this over the years. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Sweetredhead
Two years of fun so far!!
This toy is by far the best value per dollar we've ever spent on a toy. Ours has been outdoors in our gently sloping backyard for two years running and it never gets old! Read more
Published 1 month ago by K. Belenchia
LOVE it!!!
My son absolutely LOVES the roller coaster! He plays on it as long as we will allow. It's nice to have two adults...one to set the car on the track and one to 'catch' the kid! Read more
Published 1 month ago by chi09
Great toy for indoors or out
The roller coaster is very durable and fun. Even my 9 year has fun on it and it can withstand his weight (80lbs). Read more
Published 2 months ago by L. Sanchez
A total toddler blast
We got this for my son on his 2nd birthday and it is by far the most favorite toy in the house. I was worried about him falling off the coaster but it is made so well that we have... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Christopher J. Scheier
Fantastic Toy!
I bought this for my daughter for her 1st birthday and she absolutely loves it! It was so easy to assemble and is extremely durable. Read more
Published 2 months ago by L. Kellett
BEST LARGE TOY EVER MADE
I am so impressed by this toy. We put it out in the living room for a couple weeks and then disassemble it and put it back in the garage until the kids miss it again. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Mom in Bay Area
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I purchased the "Roller Coaster" toy for my Grandson for his 2nd Birthday. He loves it! He rides it over and over and won't stop. Read more
Published 3 months ago by thejoanmom
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