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Should Zaneymon change his avatar?
Shadowforce replied to robbalvey's topic in Random, Random, Random
I don't really like the small MSN guys, but it's far better than the former image... Hey, what's with all the double-posting in this topic? :S -
Rides that will never happen
Shadowforce replied to zaneymon's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
First, there's the Gyro Coaster, in which you would be seated in one of these funny gyroscopes that sometimes is at parks and fairs, and the mounted on X-style track. Would be awesome with 360* spinning. I've also often considered how you could make a double-decker coaster, with sit-down cars above the track, and inverted cars below. The only problem would be supporting, and making it smooth enough for people to ride. -
First of all, Oresundsbroen is not free. You have to pay something along the lines of 50 $ to get across with a normal car. I'd still suggest the Helsingor-Helsingborg line, I just found out that it actually only takes about 15 minutes sailing over. The only setback is that you have to rely on a public service system to get you across. Secondly, how could you drop Bonbonland? This is the number 1 politically uncorrect park out there! And it has a neat selection of fairly good rides, along with a large collection of other, fun rides. Hansa Park has only the Scwartzkopf and perhaps the wild mouse speaking for its case. The place also is a wee bit run down compared to most danish parks.
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New Photos from Knott's
Shadowforce replied to robbalvey's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
The sign in the final shot just screams "We don't care about you if attendance is low. Go away!" Knotts Berry Farm won't be high on my list of parks to visit if I ever get to US again... -
Do you count FAIR coasters?
Shadowforce replied to Canobie Fan's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
I don't know why that can be a question, if it is not the same track you have ridden before, it is a credit. Don't you count each of the BTR rides as a credit? -
Dive Machines? What are your thoughts?
Shadowforce replied to downunder's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
It is a very different experience dropping head first to the ground, as opposed to drop tower style, butt first. You could argue if SheiKra's feeling of height is any better than that the hold back, looking into hell pit thingy feeling on Oblivion. I will just await people's judgement, but I think SheiKra will come out victorious. -
I'd love to have a Themeparkreview T-shirt, I collect that sort of merchandise. Pretty much everything park-related. I really need to get a less expensive hobby...
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Better Theming or More Track
Shadowforce replied to maliboomer's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
I do not think there is a simple answer to the question you ask. Personally, I'd love if more manufactures would see the potential in the combination of good theming and a thrilling ride. Only thing that comes to mind that combines them both are Nemesis. And look! It's still a top ten coaster after 11 years of operation! -
The only company in the coastering industry I know of with a name somewhat like that is Spectra FX, who started building Pteranodon Flyers in IOA. I believe they went out of business a long time ago. It could be that they have tried to make their way back into business under a new name. But, I can't say anything for sure.
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Do you count FAIR coasters?
Shadowforce replied to Canobie Fan's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
Well, I'll just assume this will be moved eventually, and reply as I normally would: I'm still lost as to how a fair coaster doesn't count? If it would be considered a rollercoaster at a park, I'll count it as a credit. Your coaster count is supposed to reflect how many rollercoasters you've ridden, not how many parks you've been to. Don't you count Eurostar as a credit? -
What parks have you visited?
Shadowforce replied to Nicolas -TRZ-'s topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
I've been to: Tivoli Gardens Bonbonland Sommerland Sjelland Bakken Legoland Hansapark Tivoli World Malaga Holiday World Gran Canaria Disneyland Florida Ain't it pathetic? -
what meal did last eat and what was it
Shadowforce replied to zaneymon's topic in Random, Random, Random
Mexican style meat dish with new potatoes garnished with a simple salad. And after that, homemade chocolate muffins! Life is good... -
Dive Machines? What are your thoughts?
Shadowforce replied to downunder's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
I've ridden something that goes beyond vertical, and if a Dive Machine delivers anything near the rush of that, I think it's safe to say that they rock. Sheikra is gonna be awesome, I know it! -
The "Say Something Random" Thread
Shadowforce replied to robbalvey's topic in Random, Random, Random
Don't you now how nutrient a sticker like that is? Argh, now I need to get something too eat... -
Silliest coaster ever ?
Shadowforce replied to nemesis-storm's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
Is that ride super slow or what? And socalMAN123, what are you on about, Euro Mir is very unique, and even more so cool! We here in Europe like our coasters weird, which X:/ No way out is the proof of. -
Weirdest Things The 'GP' Have Said
Shadowforce replied to maliboomer's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
Don't you think that is any bad, a friend of mine was doing his incredible sheep impression on the entire duration of Daemonen... Well, I would've said something goofy too, but it was snowing... How many of you have ridden a B&M when it's snowing, huh, huh, HUH? -
Weirdest Things The 'GP' Have Said
Shadowforce replied to maliboomer's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
I'd never get a job that required me to answer phonecalls - It's like a magnet to imbacils. I do not have any good stories to share right now, but I just felt like slipping in a comment. Hey, CoasterFanatic, was that guy trying to rob you or something?.. Really lousy attempt... -
Backyard Rides
Shadowforce replied to Angry_Gumball's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
I wonder how many G's that loopscrew pulls... It looks kinda funny in any case, and I know that he will kick up the motor and give a ride if you make your way by, if you just tell him beforehand. And it IS a credit! -
Well, Europe isn't overcrowded with american fast food/drink shops 'cept Mac D, and I have yet to see a Starbucks on danish soil. Though I found a Subway some months ago in inner city... Say, does Starbucks serve Ice Coffee? In that case, I need to travel over there and try it. I really love that stuff...