Ed Farmer

They are saying that it is "The world's first rollercoaster experience fusing wood and fire" (pretty sure Wodan and Apocalypse are also Woodies that have fire effects though) so it will be real. Colossus too.

Happened to me during Halloweekends a few years ago. We were a group of three, and one of us had already ridden, so he (my brother) chilled on the midway for a bit pointing at us and laughing before eventually moving on. 45 minutes later, we rode.

Went to the Phish New Years Eve run at Madison Square Garden (12-28-12/31).

Don't really keep rankings, but it's easier to do in the scope of a single season. Here we go (in order). Kumba Goliath (SFGAm) Raging Bull Montu Batman The Ride Mako Shivering Timbers Sheikra X-Flight Manta A fairly B&M-heavy list. Of the ranked, only Mako was new to me. The worst (overall) was Twister II at Elitch, which desperately needs to be Rocky Mountained. I thought I'd hit a few more places than what ended up happening, but that is what next season is for- and it's only a few months away.

Haha, of all the places...

Nice. It's looking unlikely that I'll be swinging by SFGADv when I'm out there at the end of the month, but a lap or two on Thunderbolt might work provided the place isn't mobbed (expecting it very well may be, though).

Wow. An Intamin hyper in 2018 and an RMC + by 2020. You would think this park was in China, but nope. I hope they're not biting off more than they can chew. So happy that I have family about an hour from the place. I predict a Flyer and either a Wing Coaster or Dive Machine by 2023, and an exact clone of Eagle Fortress, somehow, in 2024.

Out of curiosity- how is the Uber situation around SFGADv? I'll be out in NYC for some concerts 12/28-12/31 and was kicking around the idea of catching a few hours at the park. I'm flying in to Newark early on the 28th and staying at the New Yorker in Manhattan. I know the trip out should be fine, I just wouldn't want to find myself stranded in Jackson. I'd likely be at the park right at opening time, but need to be back at Madison Square Garden by 8 at the latest. Is it worth it to even make the effort? I know it would be far from a relaxing day with time hanging over my head every step of the way, but getting a few laps on the B&Ms at the end of frigging December is such an intriguing concept to me. This would likely be on the 28th due to Newark International's relative proximity to the park compared to Manhattan. Not planning on renting a car. Also of concern is what to do with my luggage if I went directly from the airport- I'll be travelling light, but that still means my laptop along with another bag for clothes. I pulled a similar stunt at SFOG a few years ago (had luggage w/ me because I was flying out after the park), and a nice lady at guest relations held on to our things.

They need to Rocky Mountain the shit out of Twister II.

Wow. Incredible is right. I trust they're not, but they almost look photoshopped because of how surreal they are. I knew there are 747s and DC-10s in use to fight fires, but I wasn't aware of any MD-87s until now, so that's neat.

Phish covering a Talking Heads album (Remain In Light) front to back from their Halloween '96 show. One of the weirdest things I've ever listened to, but oh so good.

Also just got back from the park. I was beginning to think that between the family commitments I already had lined up this month and the ass weather, I wouldn't get to wet my beak in this Last Call business. It worked out, and now I know what it feels like to ride coasters in winter weather (absolutely pure + probably pneumonia). I was happy to see actual lines here and there- nothing awful, and certainly a byproduct of one train ops on several coasters, but I rather like this concept of being able to ride coasters up until Thanksgiving in the Chicagoland area- hopefully enough crazies showed up on this 30 degree day in late November for management to at least think twice before abandoning an extended season. I'd be pleasantly surprised to see it back next year. It's really unfortunate that this November turned out the way it did weather-wise the one year they chose to give it a shot. This saved my damn life today. Kudos to all those who had a hand in maintaining a smooth operation today. It was pretty damn chilly and all of the coasters were up doing their thing.

Appreciate the report- I'm planning on hitting one or two of these extended-season days, but will be going in with the expectation of getting my day halved. If luck goes my way and it isn't, that will be a nice bonus. Looking forward to the rest of your procrastinated musings.

Space kicks ass and so do Intamin hypers, so this was an obvious move by the park. Can't wait to give this a spin in 2019.

I listened to KMFDM back in middle school (Symbols-era). Bummer to hear they aren't cutting it live these days.

Same. It's not their best, but after a few spins it begins to grow on you. I'm really looking forward to their next one (due in October) - the single they've released sounds like something from their OCS days.

Great report, and nice to see another Raging Bull fan. It's probably my favorite first drop on a steel coaster, and when you throw in the unique layout- it's a winner. SFGAm really is a solid park. It's my home park, so there is something to be said about familiarity dampening the experience to an extent- but I really do appreciate what we've got going on here. It's as well rounded a Six Flags park as Georgia's.

Really enjoying these- looking forward to part 2.

Thee Oh Sees at Thalia Hall 9/17. As good as always.

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This is outstanding. Definitely never thought I'd hear about baptisms in a dirty ass theme park wave pool. Thank you for the post.

Twister II at Elitch Gardens Labor Day. Maybe some duct tape would help?

Phish @ Dick's (Denver) 9/1-9/3. It was life.

The mazes and haunts were never the draw for me when it comes to Halloween events. Nothing beats late season riding, and it's always cool to see a park fixed up for Halloween. Oh, and the fog. Those Kennywood images are pretty much spot-on.

I also hated seeing Georgia Cyclone go, but this is a hell of a consolation prize. This is pretty much a Cy-clone on acid. I like that you basically get a traditional first drop, and the Storm Runner/Medusa roll drop coming out of the turnaround. There was a post earlier comparing it to Goliath, but I think there is a lot more packed into this design than Goliath's. SFOG is my favorite Six Flags park, and I'm looking forward to my next time out there.