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^That looks garish, but perhaps it will look better "on"...

I like the sound of an I305! Although I certainly intend to visit KD, I'd appreciate the convenience of just hopping on down to Buena Park for a giga fix. Here's hoping!

^YAY! Thankies!

As a bit of a completist, I just had to put in an order for RAW 5! I appreciate the extended sale!

Although I started out as a bit ambivalent, the more I see of this coaster the more I LOVE the looks of it! I think I've officially stopped caring that it's a steelie. In fact, I kind of appreciate how this combines the beauty of a wood structure with the benefits of a steel coaster. I seriously need to raise the priority level of a potential trip to Texas next year.

Before viewing this, I hadn't really realized how attractive FR is. I love the understated color scheme that puts the focus on the cars, and the station house looks great as well. Thanks for the early up-close look!

--All the rides, companies, organizations, and other influences that have inspired me to become an enthusiast --My ability to travel and to enjoy a pleasing selection of attractions --Theme Park Review and everything it has brought to my life --Continued interest in building and preserving wooden coasters --Survival of classic wooden coasters, particularly those still running classic trains --Rare and quirky flat rides and dark rides --Innovation within the industry --All manner of parks and carnivals (there is not one size or type of place that I categorically dislike)

My top 5, more or less, are: 1. Coaster (Playland) 2. Giant Dipper (SCBB) 3. Cyclops (Mt. Olympus) 4. Coaster Thrill Ride (Puyallup Fair) 5. Cornball Express (Indiana Beach) What these have in common is great airtime. Coaster features intense airtime on nearly every drop. Giant Dipper provides a similar airtime experience, but it feels much less dangerous and more simply "fun". Cyclops has not only "THE drop", but some solid airtime on one or two preceding hills as well. Coaster Thrill ride has some average airtime throughout its course plus a "THE drop" that rivals any other. Finally, while I didn't fully "get" Cornball Express, it does have some satisfying airtime in a couple spots.

^I think it's a plausible theory, but I would guess that only a small number of people are "sensitive" enough to notice a difference. Personally, I wouldn't count on it or get worked up about it.

I'm relieved they chose a decent re-name for Evel Knievel. I'm guessing the trains will stay about the same then. Yay! Isn't Whistle Stop something for senior citizens? (Upon looking it up...I guess not. Except in Marin. Never mind then.)

Received Orange fudge Jacket (I won't keep it; not my color or style) Want Money iTunes gift cards At least one book Magnet board Roller coaster (preferably wooden)

I only took advantage of TPR's Black Friday sale! (How could I resist?) I've never done any serious Black Friday shopping, for reasons both practical and philosophical. I have promoted Buy Nothing Day in the past, but I've realized that it's largely symbolic and somewhat contrived.

This was an amazing deal! I bought, and saved, a lot more than I had expected to! I bought RAW 2, 3 & 4 on DVD, a couple Coaster Expedition downloads, and even a shirt! Thanks, Robb!

Thanksgiving is at my (not literally "my") house this year. It'll be crowded.

I'm pretty sure this is the fastest-growing thread I've ever seen on here.

I've never had a serious issue with a PARC park (I could find plenty to criticize about Wild Waves, but I still enjoyed my visits). Still, it will be interesting to see what kind of changes and (hopefully) improvements this brings.

^I never had a problem with the way it looked before, but I am certainly excited about the new color scheme!

Same; I've only seen coverage on the Internet... Of course, it will be in the papers by tomorrow, though.

Good Times Bad Times - Led Zeppelin

I will definitely continue to watch this situation, and I think I'll try to get out to this park within the next year. Giant Dipper is the last West Coast woodie I need!

^Good point!

The more I see of this, the more I like it! Couldn't have said it better.

I was scanning through a list of upcoming Butler Amusements carnivals as I am wont to do, and much to my surprise... They are providing the midway for my local fair next year!!! Great news from my favorite carnival company! Best of all, the reason the fair board chose Butler is that they were willing to offer unlimited ride wristbands all day, every day. That's my favorite setup! I don't plan to go next year, but this certainly bodes well for the future!

There should be sites that list all upcoming fair dates for your state. Try checking out official sites of fairs that look promising, and look up carnival companies in your region to see if they list dates as well. By the way, Butler Amusements is currently my favorite midway provider for the western United States.

How charming! I love that there are still parks like this. It's interesting how so many seem to go under the radar. Hopefully the well-kept ones, like this one, are at least popular with the locals.