Vuoristorata is operated by Brakemasters, who in addition to braking the train are also responsible for customer safety and other demanding tasks on the roller coaster. After completing two weeks of training, the new Brakemaster receives a number that indicates the place in the Brakemaster lineup. The number decreases over the years as new Brakemasters are trained and older ones retire. The oldest working Brakemaster has the smallest number, and the newest has the biggest number.
Check out season 2023 Brakemasters below!
#1 Topi
Topi is a charming, friendly and honest gentleman – that's exactly what a Brakeman should be. During his long career, Topi achieved the absolute number one position in the Brakemen's hierarchy and will always be a role model for Brakemen. Every curve of the roller coaster forever remembers the cycles driven by the king of Linnanmäki.
Topi worked as a Brakeman for 37 seasons during 1975–2011 and his number 1 has been retired to honor Topi's long career as a Brakeman.
#2 Taavi
The top of the hierarchy and the person in charge. Working as an entrepreneur when not braking, Taavi enjoys the source of eternal youth in the unique atmosphere of Vuoristorata. A man whose feet are rooted in the train can revel up to 180 cycles during a high season day!
Taavi started as a Brakemaster in 1999 and in other position in Linnanmäki in 1997.
#3 Marko
Marko, or more familiarly Mauge, represents the more experienced end of the Brakemaster work community. Marko, who originally started working in Linnanmäki in the games department, works as the shift manager of the hotel reception during the off-season. The father of three has a firm and confident grip on his work, not forgetting humor. In the work community Marko preserves the traditions of Brakemasters and always welcomes new Brakemasters in his own special way!
Marko started as a Brakemaster in 2004 and in other position in Linnanmäki in 2000.
#4 Teemu
A captivating Brakemaster seasoned with humor and hair. This customer serving ice hockey enthusiast is studying sosiology, and knows how to pay attention and has the ability to take everyone into account.
Teemu started as a Brakemaster in 2010 and in other position in Linnanmäki in 2007.
#5 Gert
Gert, who studies food sciences at the university and enjoys sailing in his free time, has been the main instructor and mentor for the new Brakemasters for years and is an important backbone of the work community!
Gert started as a Brakemaster in 2012 and in other position in Linnanmäki in 2009.
#6 Matias
This sound engineer is also an amusement park encyclopedia. Matias knows the roller coaster like the back of his hand and he is also a preserver of the history of Vuoristorata and a respecter of its traditions. Aside from braking the train, Matias enjoys music, movies and cycling.
Matias started as a Brakemaster in 2013 and in other position in Linnanmäki in 2010.
#7 Waltteri
The joy pill of the Brakemaster gang that brings real fun to every workday! Waltteri, who enjoys being with people, is studying to be a teacher, and jumps from the school bench to the back of the roller coaster train for the summer!
Waltteri started as a Brakemaster in 2013.
#8 Panu
Mechanical engineer Panu brings young enthusiasm and energy to Vuoristorata, and always works with calm and assertive attitude.
Panu started as a Brakemaster in 2017 and in other position in Linnanmäki in 2015.
#9 Riku
An exemplary and humble youthful Brakemaster who has excellent customer serving skills. Riku has strength for long shifts, and maintains his smiling attitude through laborious high season days.
Riku started as a Brakemaster in 2016 and in other position in Linnanmäki in 2015.
#10 Ilpo
A calm and joking gentleman who takes both colleagues and clients into account in his work. Ilpo's polite and cheerful smile lasts for the whole day and he brings joy to the day of others with his positive attitude. When studying at the university and at work, Ilpo maintains humble passion and motivation. In addition to braking, Ilpo loves skateboarding and headstanding.
Ilpo started as a Brakemaster in 2019 and in other position in Linnanmäki in 2015.
#11 Anna
Anna is the second female Brakemaster in the history of Vuoristorata. Anna has at least as much will, determination and torque as the roller coaster's lift hill motor, and more energy and tenacy than Little My. This avid ice hockey player works as a sports advisor and a coach.
Anna started as a Brakemaster in 2019 and in other position in Linnanmäki in 2018.
#12 Joni
Joni is an energetic and good-natured chap who always works with a twinkle in his eye. Joni, who graduated as a teacher, skillfully serves both children and adults. He has been throwing a basket ball for more than ten years, and also enjoys working out in the gym.
Joni started as a Brakemaster in 2019 and in other position in Linnanmäki in 2016.
#13 Isak
Isak is a polite young man who works with high motivation and a humble customer service attitude. Isak, who is a cheerful fellow, studies computer sciences, enjoys music and also does DJ gigs in his spare time.
Isak started as a Brakemaster in 2020 and in other position in Linnanmäki in 2017.
#14 Samuel
Samuel handles the demanding task of the Brakemaster with confidence: he is a calm observer with a charisma that exudes a unique determination. This tattooed heart melter has the roller coaster's many situations under control, whether he's loading trains on the platform or braking at the back of the train. In his spare time, Samuel enjoys the company of his friends, working out and metal music.
Samuel started as a Brakemaster in 2022 and in other position in Linnanmäki in 2017.
#15 Joni jr.
The first student of the 2023 season, Joni jr. has started his career as a Brakemaster and familiarizing himself with the everyday life of Vuoristorada with an active and enthusiastic approach.
Joni jr. started as a Brakemaster in 2023 and in other position in Linnanmäki in 2022.
#16 Julius
Second of our Season 2023 students, Julius, has approached the everyday life at the Roller Coaster with a professional attitude.
Julius started as a Brakemaster in 2023 and in other position in Linnanmäki in 2020.
#17 Taru
The newest member of the Brakemasters, Taru, is currently carrying the youngest Brakemaster's bell.
Taru started as a Brakemaster in 2023 and in other position in Linnanmäki in 2022.
