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I can't wait for this trip! Any TPR trip is great but there is something about the Asian trips that are so quirky! See you guys soon!

I agree Moose, that is one SEXY support structure, but I have to disagree with you on the name...I LOVE IT

LOL...Let me tell you, it is much more fun in RTC than in real life. Great trip report btw. It was a pleasure having the Big Mike Road Show stop by Cowabunga Bay!

Mark are you going to China or Japan???

Well...you would both be kind of both right. PGA's Drop Zone actually features 6 cars and because there is so much more mechanical stuff in the top there are much more checkers on PGA's. Nice job guys...don't you just love my little bits of trivia?

John- I am LOVING these retro photo threads. I hope you have a ton of photo albums more to share!!! Shane

Yes it is the Drop Zone at Paramount's Carowinds...You can tell by two things, first and most obvious is the sticker that says Paramount's Carowinds... Second, for those of you with a sharp eye you will notice that the first two seasons of Drop Zone at Carowinds there was not the checker patern between the color changes it simply went from green to yellow. The checkers were added later. There is one other way to confirm this is Carowinds'...anyone know???

WOW! What a compliment. Thanks! Well I always enjoy visits from TPR-ers. I know they really enjoy great park expereiences and that is what I try to give every guest that visits the park (even though the typical guest doesn't get the underground tour) Thanks again!!! Great to hear good feedback!

^Where is this waterpark you speak of? I am somewhat intersted in knowing more about this policy.

I am completely AMAZED everyday how many lost children we have at Cowabunga Bay that are 3 years old and even UNDER!!! Why are these parents not watching their kids and how long does it take you to realize that your toddler is not right next to you???!!!! It is very sad and scary that things like this happen.

Actually we are in UTAH and everyone here is honest and God fearing so they keep track of the time themselves... No just kidding, TPRDave is right, it is done with different colored wrist bands that expire at the top of every hour. I make an announcement saying "red wrist bands your time is up" It actually works quite well. It keeps the park constantly turning over which eliminates big crowds and opens up seating for those that come into the park later on in the day.

Bad news for TPR members: I know this is not as devastating as the Big Bad Wolf being removed, but I can offically report that VAULT is our lowest selling beverage. Bad News for VAULT

Everyone joining Big Mike on his road trip at Cowabunga Bay... GETS IN FREE!* *except Big Mike, I am still a little bitter he finally passed me in the TPR ratings

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The water was on just for me to take some pictures, it doesn't run at night. Yes Big Mike, I will be here...I am always here. Let me know when you will be coming by and I'll get you set up!

We turned on our awesome new flood lights tonight and the playstructure lights up like a football stadium. It looks so great from the freeway. We are getting great reviews and from the looks of the crowds, Cowabunga Bay is a HIT! Hooray...finally some sun and customers! good night

Hey what is up with that postcard???? Did they repaint the track or is that a photo enhancement? The track was originally silver.

Sorry, I do not have anything from that park...actually have never even heard of it.

TPR China & Japan!!!!!

The afternoon shift has brought in the girls...or as I like to call them, The COWABUNGA BABES! And now for your viewing pleasure... and we save the best for last...The Beautiful Management Team. Told you those grey skies were gonna clear up! Lifeguarding has GOT to be one of the BEST jobs in the world...or at least the Bay Strike a pose We can't forget the kitchen staff It is HOT at Cowabunga Bay Cowabunga Smile! Blondes have more fun Keeping the beach safe from sharks and other predators Here are the Cowabunga Angels..Jill, Kelly and Sabrina Our office staff aint so bad either This is Tiara...she mans our 976 line

Lifeguards of Cowabunga! As a special July 4th treat I bring you the friendly and sexy faces of Cowabunga Bay. The 4th is looking like crappy weather (typical for summer this year in Utah) but we got all the decorations up. First up...the guys! Next up, our girls... Red White & Blue...and a couple of other tropical colors Hooray for the 4th...Summers are BEAUTIFUL at Cowabunga Bay "He's got Betty Davis eyes" I knew we had to have one girl on our morning shift Grey skies are gonna clear up...put on a happy face The intellectual even the shallow water is safe with our lifeguards. Life is SO great at Cowabunga Bay! Of course from another angle Cowabunga Beefcake... Heeeeey, it's the Fonz That's the money shot! Wait for it.... This smiley face can clear up those cloudy skies Our famous lifeguards protect their identity with Jackie-O glasses

Since the sun has come out we have been packed...I mean packed! I haven't even had time to check in to TPR which I usually do on a daily basis. People really like the concept and even though the weather has been crappy we still get the crowds. As a theme park enthusiast I have been able to take all the issues that bug me as a park guest and try to resolve them, for example: We do offer Rain Checks, I want everyone that pays to get into Cowabunga Bay to have a good experience and when it rains, the experience can sometimes be less than great. So rather than say "NO REFUNDS DUE TO WEATHER" we are issuing passes that we call "Rain Rain Go Away...Come again another day" These passes will allow guests to return on a day when the weather is better. Elissa, I can't wait for you guys to come visit. I think it is cool we made an impression on you parents!!! Shane

Finally the weather has turned in our favor. And with the sun coming out...so are the customers!!!! Here is a follow up story, I am much happier in this report!! http://www.abc4.com/news/local/story/Summer-sun-brings-in-needed-revenue-for-Utah-hot/gA6k_iSeYUm-VN79WsJQBw.cspx

I did forget the infamous Thriller. It was located first at AstroWorld as Taz' Texas Tornado (that Taz was later dropped). It then went to Six Flags MarineWorld before being sold off to some park near Mexico City.

Here is a news story on our stormy opening... http://www.abc4.com/content/news/slc/story/Continuous-rain-hurts-some-Salt-Lake-businesses/rm6-13ZuMU2Sy23C2nZarA.cspx I have no idea who Wayne Johnson is???? Well at least we are getting lots of news coverage.