http://www.google.com/patents?id=0PYMAA ... &q=&f=true
So I was bored today and decided to check out Werner Stengel's patent for prefabricated wood coaster track after talking about wood composites in my materials class. It's a really interesting read if anyone wants to check it out, it's definitely worth the time. The thought process of how to save time and money on construction and maintenance while providing a smoother wood coaster was actually pretty cool to see. I've still never been on one of these, and I do love the classic wood coaster feel of a CCI or GCI, but the technology really is pretty amazing.