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It's possible. The thing with RMCs is that the inversions flow so naturally and smoothly, I can't imagine feeling a significant difference on those without inversions versus those with. Either way, the Midwest is getting loaded with some RMCs; I really need to visit sometime! EDIT: Oops, you said Lightning Run, not Lightning Rod. My mistake.

I may have missed it, but how many new trains is The New Revolution getting? 2, 3, 4?

I personally love Cedar Fair's maps. I don't find them challenging to follow at all, and I love the exaggerated layouts of the roller coasters. My only complaint, however, would be inaccurate colors (like Coast Rider & Boomerang on the Knott's map), but that's a minor thing that the GP probably don't notice or care about.

No. Six Flags has confirmed that it is free.

I originally didn't think VR is my cup of tea, but after watching that video it looks quite cool! I'm excited for the one on TNR at SFMM. As long as it is operated well and executed properly, I will definitely do the VR.

Coasterbill is most definitely joking, and it was executed beautifully.

I'm pretty sure that they have yet to add the lead car/cover. It's been all over the promo video, and they advertised it in the park with the old train decorated up. I doubt they would leave that front car flat and empty like that, even though this is Six Flags we're talking about.

I completely agree! The twist on TTD makes the drop seem so much shorter. I'm totally down for a straight free fall drop.

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I've never been a big fan of Panda Express; with that being said, I've never really liked Chinese food in general. I'll try Chop Six at some point with my dining pass, but I'd rather head over to Food, Etc. and get some loaded nachos!

Maybe the "Worlds longest inverted roller coaster." Just doesn't have as much appeal to the GP as it has to coaster enthusiast. With that being said, I'd be curious to see how Cedar Points attendance changed during Gatekeepers first year. (I searched online but couldn't really find anything.) Somebody correct me if I'm wrong, but I believe GateKeeper's opening year in 2013 was Cedar Point's highest attendance (if not, it was EXTREMELY successful). It was the complete opposite situation of Banshee.

As expected. I'm just glad this thing doesn't have OTSRs anymore! I saw a few videos on Instagram. Not sure if I'm allowed to link them here so I won't.

^Agreed. I imagine that if this concept were to ever get built (which it won't), they would trim the heck out of that initial drop. The amount of speed, air resistance, friction, and g-force at the bottom of that drop would be astronomical. Regardless of the tech specs, it's a pretty neat concept to think about. Wasn't there supposed to be a 700-foot coaster (advertised as taller than the Seattle Space Needle) similar to Superman: EFK? I remember seeing Superman mentioned on some documentary and they mention a larger version to come soon.

I'm extremely happy for Kentucky Kingdom and their reopening and awesome new investments over the last couple years. I don't even want to begin to think about them closing down again yet.

^I believe you are correct. I'm curious as to why that happened. I guess the "longest" coaster record doesn't appeal to the public as much? I'd be happy to see any B&M at Silver Dollar City and am pretty confident that they will execute it quite well, regardless of what type it is.

It will be crowded. Not horribly jam packed, but definitely crowded. Tatsu, X2, and Goliath could definitely sport 60-90 minute lines. TC could be around 45 minutes, and everything else 30 or less. Obviously nothing is guaranteed, but every single time I come to SFMM, it is more crowded than expected.

From what I've read, the head set will be very secure when riding. The issue is when teenagers deliberately take it off during the ride for whatever reason and drop it or throw it off. If the head seat were to be attached to the seat in front of you, it would solve that problem, but then that seat must be a "VR seat", leading to that assigned seat issue people were mentioning earlier.

This is definitely a possibility. It's just easier to complain about it since the park has consistently showed poor execution in the past. If all goes well, I will be attending the season pass-holder preview on the 26th. VR or not, I'm excited to finally ride Revolution like it was originally intended to run.

^^I've actually noticed that about Arrow loopers. They look so smooth and graceful flying through the loops and corkscrews, but riding them is the complete opposite!

Interesting. It most definitely is not my cup of tea, but I'll try it once or twice since it's free. But I'm at the amusement park to enjoy the scenery and attractions, not experience a video game. We'll see how this goes...

I really like that RMC makes minor (but better!) changes to the track layout when building (as compared to the concept video). It makes for some nice surprises to an already fantastic looking coaster. And nothing against them, but when Cedar Fair builds a B&M, the track work in real life is 99.99% like the concept art, so while it may be a great ride, the construction is far less interesting because it is extremely predictable.

Wednesday, October 15, 1975 The time has come for us to announce our revolutionary new attraction for 1976! For the United States of America's Bicentennial year, meaning 200 years since the famous Declaration of Independence was signed by our Founding Fathers, Adventure Kingdom will introduce PATRIOT! The Patriot will be Adventure Kingdom's tallest, fastest, and longest ride! Here are some statistics: Height: 95 feet Top Speed: 48 M.P.H. Track Length: 3,480 feet Ride Duration: 1:45 seconds Other awesome facts: -Over 25 seconds of "air time" -High capacity of over 1300 riders per hour. The ride will have three trains but run no more than two at a time in order to allow one to be cycled through maintenance throughout the season. -Classic red, white, and blue colors. -Built and manufactured by Philadelphia Toboggan Company THE PATRIOT will open adjacent to the new '50's Diner and run through the woods and back. The station and queue area will be part of an all new Americana area, featuring classic American food & retail. On July 4th, this summer, Adventure Kingdom will host an enormous Bicentennial celebration featuring lights, music, fireworks, and of course, Patriot! Adventure Kingdom will remain open for 24 hours, with all rides, food, and retail open, to celebrate this fantastic year of America! Patriot will open in March when the park opens for its 7th year of operation! Be there, and get excited for Adventure Kingdom's biggest year yet! A construction update from within the park will follow soon within the next few days. The towering first drop! Patriot pokes out above the trees quite often, making it very photogenic! Station and queue (more details included when built) Layout overview of the 3,480 feet of track. The airtime-filled double down section immediately after the midcourse brakes! The patriotic trains, featuring red, blue, and cyan accents. The skyline for Adventure Kingdom will forever be changed.

I'd love to see a Mack at every park in the US. They have been coming out with some kickass stuff lately!

I will not confirm or deny anything yet, but I love the guessing! lol Look for the announcement & update tomorrow evening.

Sunday, September 21, 1975 Hello all, The 1975 season was a success for Adventure Kingdom with our new expansion including a family railroad and two new eateries. With that being said, 1976 is shaping up to be a HUGE success as we continue to expand as a part of Phase One. Our revolutionary new attraction for 1976 will be declared next month. Here are some photos as the 1975 season comes to a close. Construction on this major ride is moving right along. Classic midway shot, as always The newly refurbished carousel as next to no line as summer slowly crawls away. Shooting Star has been having some issues with its brakes. It has been closed all weekend with all 3 trains off the tracks. Hopefully it will open up one more time before the season comes to an end in November. But Treetop Swings is soaring powerfully through the air. Now to the meat and potatoes of this update: dirt. Dirt is being moved around quite a bit. It appears to go back behind the trees as well. Wow! This ride will cover A LOT of ground. There is an area in the far back of the park almost as large as the one up front. This attraction, as promised, is revolutionary. I imagine that this view will change very dramatically, very soon. Stay tuned for the announcement next month.