Take a ride on The Beast
You may have seen it speeding down the river in the past summers; it is the only jet-powered speedboat attraction in New York and travels at a speed of roughly 45 mph while listening to party music. With splash-filled excitement along the way, The Beast's journey takes visitors from Pier 83 to the Statue of Liberty and back. While hurdling down the river, the team also provides some narrative and historical details.
The attraction's video teaser, which reaches its top speed of 45 mph and includes a tight curve in the water, demonstrates how much it resembles a roller coaster. Considering that it is powered by two ZF 3000 marine gears and two Hamilton Jets, it has 1400 BHP.
- What is it? A speedboat-thrill ride that takes people on a rollicking jaunt down the Hudson River while doing figure eights and doughnuts.
- Why go? It is New York’s only jet-powered speedboat attraction that goes about 45 mph to party music. The Beast’s route takes guests from Pier 83 to the Statue of Liberty and back again with splash-filled action all the way. The crew also gives some narrative and historical information while speeding down the river.
