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^Complete pointlessness confirmed, Captain.

^Well, I was thinking it was Swiss, but it was really kind of bland. So, I might be mistaken. You might be able to make a substitution, though.

I know this will shock and amaze you all, but it was Apollo's Chariot. Taken from the Rhine River Cruise.

One park has already done this--Silver Dollar City with Powder Keg (a "Frankensteined" ride that's a lot of fun). I definitely would love to see something like Powder Keg at KD (and other parks).

^Swiss.

Every time a new ride is built, "soft opening" rumors sprout like dandelions.

^Yep--like they're trying to do the Batusi or something.

The visual scan looks like a particularly awkward dance move.

^I just kicked in $10.00 to Joe. I've received $52 from two donors at my workplace. Thank you, good people of the National Center for State Courts!

This is particularly clever--much better than the "armless mannequin" approach Thorpe used to push Swarm.

^Nope--the only completely indoor dining facility is the Festhaus.

Joey posted this picture on his Facebook page.

^Haunt Fridays are great evenings to visit KD thanks to the smaller crowds.

^The chicken had a nice peppery taste, but the sandwiches were way to large to be "sliders." It's good that the park is playing around with different dining options, but I'd like to see a somewhat more "permanent" sit-down restaurant.

^As far as I know, the "205" is just the height of Griffon's biggest drop.

^I think the best luck I ever had with Volcano was managing two rides in about 15 minutes (including one in the front seat) right after opening. But the line was insane by noon.

^I will accept everything in this update (especially the coconut cream pie) but the scrapple--never could abide that stuff.

hahahahhahaha that's awesome! I agree! This should totally happen. xD They left out Godzilla.

The one on the left looks more like a brontosaurus's head.

I'm glad that CF is going to take steps to increase Volcano's capacity. It's a unique ride. Hell, I'd be happy if they clean that station--it's mighty dusty in there.

Bistro 205 and Other Odds 'n' Ends I had two reasons for heading to BGW last Sunday: 1) to check out the latest progress on Verbolten and 2) to try out Bistro 205, the park's latest attempt at a "full-service" restaurant over by Griffon. This isn't the first time BGW has tried running a sit-down restaurant in France. This location was a "buffeteria" location for a number of years specializing in fried chicken and has served as a regular buffet, too (which, ironically enough, also offered fried chicken). Before Griffon was built, the Le Mans Bistro offered table service outdoors next to the old Le Mans Raceway car ride (nothing more appetizing than smelling exhaust while you eat). Bistro 205 specializes in panini sandwiches, but its menu is more extensive than the previous "bistro." It offers specialities from all over the park, including BBQed ribs and chicken, German sausage, fish and chips, and chicken parmesan. There were four "entree salads" to choose from, as well (the Mediterranean Salad, with fruit and feta, looked pretty good). I decided to try something you can't get elsewhere in the park: the Chicken Cordon Bleu Sliders. And what's the verdict? Well, I wouldn't call it an unqualified success. The "sliders" were, at least, hot and fresh when they arrived, although no better than what you get at ChicK-Fil-A (and no bargain at over $15, including the drink). That being said, if you have a group that just can't settle on the Smokehouse, the Festhaus, or the Italian restaurant, this might be a decent option, as they feature a little of everything. Service was OK, but they seemed a bit slow at busing tables. Seating is outdoors on the patio overlooking Griffon. As I sat there, I thought that this would be a great spot for a dessert-and-coffee joint, rather than a "restaurant." Lulu's Cafe, just across from Bistro 205, used to feature a selection of pastries, rather that the kettle corn and turkey legs they offer now. Here's a little look at Bistro 205 and some other little changes around the park. You may even see a wee bit more Verbolten, if you look carefully. This guy's senior class voted him "Most Likely to Have His Truck Keyed in a Parking Lot." Hmm--this used to be a toy shop in Killearney. Er, OK. Welcome to Bistro 205. Here's where you ask for a table. Here was my view during lunch. Could be worse. Unfortunately, this was also part of my view for about ten minutes or so. Lunch--these sandwiches were a bit too large to be "sliders," but they were hot and tasted OK. I think I'll try one of the paninis if I ever eat there again. "Death to Xerxes!" My guess is that someone ordered this sign from the shop in New France but didn't pick it up. I don't think getting a free sign is worth taking in a bear. They're kind of clumsy and dangerous. Just buy the sign, people. BGW has a new animal resident courtesy of the park in Tampa. Meet Aquila. Aquila's still a bit shy. Sunhine + 80-degree temperature = A long line for LeScoot. All kids dream of owning a BGW lunchbox. How about a few pics of Verbolten I didn't use in the BGW Discussion Thread? More station details--get excited! Here's one I overlooked earlier--more theming inside the queue (items that Gunter has collected from abandoned cars). The "melting ice" effect is working over at DarKastle again. I don't recall it working last season, but I might be mistaken. For years, this poor guy dreamed of balancing a Coke can on his knee. His dream has come true! Getting pictures of Apollo's Chariot is a good reason for taking the Rhine River Cruise. This is the top of the turnaround. Come to think of it, Verbolten is a pretty good reason for a Rhine River Cruise, too. Thanks for reading.

^I'm shocked that Six Flags hasn't named a Boomerang "The Batarang."

^So, it's the digital version of the walkthtough versions of attractions they've built in the past, such as Pirates of the Carribbean? Very cool.

^This one, I think.

But can you now find the steel boxes for stowing your loose items? That is the sign's main function. And call me picky, but TPR's Terms of Service also call for proper grammar, spelling, puctuation, and capitaliztion. Your post would be easier to read if, for example, you used proper capitalization.