What is shoot-the-chutes?

Shoot-the-chutes is an amusement park ride that originated in the late 19th century. It consists of a water slide or flume that is steeply inclined and ends in a pool of water. Riders board small boats or rafts at the top of the slide, which is then released and gravity propels the boat down the slide and into the water below.

The name "shoot-the-chutes" comes from the loud noise that the boats make when they hit the water at the end of the slide. The ride became incredibly popular during the early 20th century and was a staple attraction at many amusement parks and boardwalks.

Today, shoot-the-chutes rides have largely been replaced by more modern water rides such as log flumes and water coasters. However, there are still a handful of parks around the world that offer this classic attraction, and many people still have fond memories of riding the shoot-the-chutes in their youth.