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Magic Mountain really seems to care about Viper, with the recent major refurb, the wheels it seems like they really are trying to keep the last megalooper running. I applaud them, Vortex and GASM were my #1 and 2 coasters, because I can't lie I really love arrows and I worry about Viper, but it seems like it might just be around for another while!
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Kings Island (KI) Discussion Thread
BDD27 replied to robbalvey's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
I would imagine the lift motor is going to support Anaconda's final years. Where is that piece of track from? -
Kings Dominion (KD) Discussion Thread
BDD27 replied to robbalvey's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
Reliability is overrated -
Kings Dominion (KD) Discussion Thread
BDD27 replied to robbalvey's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
I don't think there is enough solid evidence yet to really say if the leaks are credible or not, but if they are I'd be a little disappointed. I can't complain about getting a new coaster, but with something as legendary and unique as Volcano I think it deserves an equally unique and amazing replacement and I just don't see that out of a small wing coaster. -
Kings Island (KI) Discussion Thread
BDD27 replied to robbalvey's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
It would be nice though to see a park retrack an old arrow, or put enough money into one to have it see the future. I understand from a financial standpoint, but having a park with a great blend of Modern and classic rides provides a very well rounded experience. I'd love to see arrow loopers revived with modern technology. Seeing where they were headed towards the end with rides like Tennessee Tornado makes me wonder what they could do now. It's a pipe dream, but one can only wish -
Kings Island (KI) Discussion Thread
BDD27 replied to robbalvey's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
Been #1 for me since I was 14 years old. I just don't get all the hate for old Arrows. Sure they are a little jerky, but I think it adds to the charm. I just don't get the same enjoyment out of a B&M looper as I do an arrow and I'm really gonna miss it. I know they can't all be saved but I think Vortex was the best of the big arrow loopers and was worth being preserved. -
What Was The Last Coaster You Rode?
BDD27 replied to SharkTums's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
Vortex at Kings Island -
Kings Island (KI) Discussion Thread
BDD27 replied to robbalvey's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
They aren’t real fans. They are just saying they are fans and that it’s their “number one coaster” because they want attention. Vortex actually is my #1, and it's been that way since I lost the Scream Machine back in 2010 which was previously my #1. I love arrow loopers. To me they aren't rough at all and I absolutely love the old school inversions,especially the loops. Plus with Vortex it combined an awesome first drop, with all my favorite ride elements. I really wish there was a company that still built coaster like arrow. I know there never will be, but I can always hope. For, n -
Kings Island (KI) Discussion Thread
BDD27 replied to robbalvey's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
I don't think Beast is ever gonna close, unless the whole park closes. -
Kings Island (KI) Discussion Thread
BDD27 replied to robbalvey's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
Sounds like a 10/10 ride to me -
Kings Island (KI) Discussion Thread
BDD27 replied to robbalvey's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
The last Arrow's to die will be the absolute worst ones. -
Kings Island (KI) Discussion Thread
BDD27 replied to robbalvey's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
You'd be surprised the turnout of enthusiasts and just locals that had stories to tell was incredible Vortex really meant a lot to a lot of people. I'll never understand why many people find Arrow coasters to be so rough. I get that they can be a bit jerky, but I enjoy it it feels out of control like a coaster should. I can think of many rougher rides. I remember in Rolling Thunder's final year at Great Adventure it actually bruised and cut me more than once. Regardless I love the classic arrow looper and each one is harder to see go because eventually they will be extinct. -
Kings Island (KI) Discussion Thread
BDD27 replied to robbalvey's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
Yeah, I believe it was taps, but it could be heard even from the front of the park. It was a bittersweet moment. The lines Sunday were really long at the end of the night the line spilled through the extra switchback set up and out down to the bathrooms by windseeker. Even so Vortex churned through people so it was only about 40 minutes. And that was 40 minutes I was glad to wait. -
Kings Island (KI) Discussion Thread
BDD27 replied to robbalvey's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
So here's a bit of a trip report. I made it out to Kings Island this past weekend to be there for the end of Vortex. With the exception of about a half an hour breakdown on Saturday, she ran beautifully the whole weekend and Sunday provided beautiful weather for the final rides. I took my last ride around 7:30 just after sunset right before she went down for good. I might be in a very small minority, but Vortex was my #1 coaster and I'm really gonna miss it. The weekend started gloomy as the old Arrow's final days rolled around I'd really love to have one of these banners She still