In the August 2007 issue:  

  One of the premier carnivals to ever set up a midway was Royal American Shows. Down Memory Lane provides a view a few of the rides owned by this train show that provided thrills and excitement for thousands of fairgoers.

  Helm & Sons carnival juiced it up at the 2007 National Orange Show and Festival in San Bernardino, California. One of the featured rides on the midway was the Chance Falling Star, one of only three in existence.

  Do You Remember the Apollo 10, a one-of-a-kind ride that brought passengers into the Space Age? Also shown is a rare photo of one of the earliest Scrambler rides ever fabricated.

  Summertime is heavy-duty festival and fair season in New York. Midway Rides of Utica played the Harborfest in Rochester and showed off the show’s new Vortex (Skymaster) and Wind Glider (Cliff Hanger).

  The San Antonio (Texas) Stock Show and Rodeo was Crabtree Amusements’ first opportunity to bring their new Pole Position to the event. The carnival, along with several other operators, brought in a large number of rides and attractions for the Wade Shows’ midway at the fair.

  Check out Manufacturer’s Showcase for a deal on a brand new Americana Family Swing ride from Fabbri; or the fun houses available from Custom Rides. Dalton Kid Ride Rebuilders also manufactures parts for Hampton rides and a line of standard or custom fencing; and Gold Medal Products has introduced a three-in-one unit for making and merchandising popcorn, cheese corn, and caramel corn.

  When Strates Shows took to the rails for the 2007 season, they hauled everything on forty-five flat cars and eight coaches. This list reviews what is being transported on each car.

  Carol Stream Amusements brings their fun zone to a number of events in the Northeast. Among the offerings on their midway are a Sea Ray, King’s Circus, Rockin’ Tug, and Drop Zone.

  Canadian carnival World’s Finest Shows played the Gloucester Fair in Ottawa. Fairgoers enjoyed fun and thrills on the show’s Typhoon, Zipper, Giant Wheel and Scooter, among others.

  Modeler’s Corner spotlights trucks that are part of Tom Mayfield’s scale model show. Also, carnival modeler Bill Pfeifer has discovered some items at the local Dollar Tree store that can be turned into pieces suitable for a scale model midway.

  Route Snapshots takes a look at the midway offerings from California-based Brass Ring Amusements.

  Check out the monthly CARNIVAL Route Listings, On the Road, for over 50 carnivals traveling to fairs, festivals and a variety of events across North America during August.

  The Pack Your Bags section provides a list of a number of state and industry-related meetings, trade shows, and events.

  The Now Booking for 2007 section provides the opportunity to check out the carnivals and concessions that may be available for booking your event.

  Check out the Carnival Exchange section that lists carnivals that need route help and have booking opportunities for rides and concessions

  Looking to buy, looking to sell, be sure to check out the Classified Ads

  Also included in this issue are regular features: Midway Talk, Direct From the Lots, and Life's Flow.