I'd prefer more of a mine theme. However, in the early 60s, SDC had a heavy old west theme, which was in response to the western popularity then in film and TV. Gunsmoke, Bonanza, and so on. Gabby Hayes visited SDC for a personal appearance, others, too. By mid to late 60s, the Ozark mountain theme was more pronounced. Anyway, I will have to be a bystander on this attraction...spinning does not thrill me...I will have a fresh frozen lemonaide while the grandkids ride, lol!