I would recommend it to anyone coming in from out of town who doesn't get to the park that often.  Keep in mind I think we have ERT on all the "Platinum" coasters, so you could probably get away with getting a Gold one for the day.  I expect the park to be fairly busy, and if you're not a local who doesn't go that often, I personally feel it's worth the investment. 
  
  
I'm considering getting the Gold Flash Pass but if I end up with a group that's mostly non-pass holders that could be a bummer.  Percentage of people getting a Flash Pass for Saturday ... anyone willing to make a guess? 
  
Flash Pass or beer, Flash Pass or beer, Flash Pass or beer ... ? 
  
Can't we have both Flash Pass AND beer?