The Wicker Man roller coaster at Alton Towers in the UK is a "wooden" coaster that focuses on "airtime" and sensory experience rather than extreme gravitational forces; however, it still pulls a respectable maximum G-force of approximately 3.4g. This means that during the tightest turns and at the bottom of the initial 22-meter drop, riders experience a force three and a half times their body weight pushing them into their seats. For a wooden coaster, which is inherently "bumpier" and feels faster than a steel coaster due to the vibrations, 3.4g provides a very intense and physical experience. The ride also features several moments of "negative Gs," where riders feel like they are being lifted out of their seats as they crest the hills. In 2026, Wicker Man remains one of the most popular attractions in the park, not just for its technical stats, but for its world-first integration of "fire" and "wood" themes, using real flame effects and mist to create the illusion that the massive wooden effigy is burning as the train passes through it. While it isn't as high-G as steel giants like Nemesis, the combination of G-forces and the "organic" feel of the wooden track makes it a uniquely thrilling ride.