
Jodon
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I'm a know-it-all about donkeys!
- Birthday 04/30/1981
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Dollywood Discussion Thread
Jodon replied to crispy's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
I actually preferred the Gatlinburg Mountain Coaster, though it was the shortest. I hated the Ober Gatlinburg coaster for a multitude of reasons: the coaster was really rattly, the cost of the tram ride to get to the coaster, the wait to get on the tram, then wait for the actual coaster. All in all, I strongly disliked my Ober Gatlinburg experience, but the other 3 mountain coasters are well worth your time! -
I just got off three laps and there is a substantial vibration in row 3, but I can't remember what train I was on. Still a great ride, but it does feel like it loses a good bit of speed by the end. Don't let the vibration keep you from riding a really good coaster. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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Thanks, I actually decided for Goliath for that very reason. It was a decent ride up there, but I doubt I'll hit it up again. I've since gotten two laps on Wicked Cyclone and it's a one train wait and the flash pass/grouper nazi isn't letting anyone choose their seats. It's ridiculous with how little lines there are. I literally had to get to the top of the stairs, then let a group of people go through so I could get a front row lap. Still gotta figure out how to finagle a back row ride. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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Kentucky Kingdom (SFKK, KK) Discussion Thread
Jodon replied to robbalvey's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
I'm thinking of making a stop to Kentucky Kingdom on a quick road trip, but the only day that would work would be Monday, May 23rd. They appear to be "open" for School Days but not open to the public. Is there a way to get in that day, or am I completely out of luck? -
^^ Dining plans are attached to specific memberships. Dining plans will not work unless the pass associated with the plan was used to enter the park. ^ Typically, opening day is a huge cluster, so my guess is that Sunday would be better than Saturday, but I haven't been to an opening weekend in a long time. If you aren't planning on being back to the park any time soon, Flash Pass wouldn't be a bad idea. Especially with the shoddy operations at the beginning of the year. I would also recommend planning on eating outside the park whether you pack a lunch and keep it in your car or go to a r
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Holiday World (HW) Discussion Thread
Jodon replied to robbalvey's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
Have there been any other coasters that have used ipe wood for their top two layers? If so, did it have a significant impact on the longevity/smoothness? Also, Holiday World announced that they would have dole whip this year, for those of you who care about those things. -
Arrive before opening. As early as possible. Goliath and Whizzer are a do not miss for everyone; beyond that, it depends on what you're into. King Chaos was skippable for me, and I did skip it both days. I know a lot of people are into those, though, and they're becoming rarer (probably because of people like me who don't like them; sorry). Personally, I loved both the log flumes, the rapids ride, Giant Drop, Sky Trek, Goliath, X-Flight, Vertical Velocity, Demon, Viper, and Whizzer. Like I say, though, depends on taste; they really do have something for everyone. You should buy a Plati
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Dollywood Discussion Thread
Jodon replied to crispy's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
Double post. Stupid Tapatalk. -
Dollywood Discussion Thread
Jodon replied to crispy's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
I've been at the park the last few days and I haven't seen anything happening on the lift for Lightning Rod when I can see it. -
Dollywood Discussion Thread
Jodon replied to crispy's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
Is there a single rider line on Mystery Mine? -
Dollywood Discussion Thread
Jodon replied to crispy's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
^^ & ^ Thanks!!! -
Dollywood Discussion Thread
Jodon replied to crispy's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
I'm about to head to Dollywood this morning. What is the best order to hit up the coasters? -
Dollywood Discussion Thread
Jodon replied to crispy's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
Am I the only one that is starting to question the reputation of RMC? When Goliath at SFGAm was nearly a month late, people chalked that up to it being Six Flags, but this is at Dollywood. RMC was really late getting the track and bent work completed which didn't leave much time for testing before the original opening. Then there's this debacle with Velocity Magnetics when there are several other manufacturers of LSM launch systems that have already been proven. Does anyone know if this was RMC or Herschend's decision to work with Velocity? When B&M decided to make a launch coaster, they p -
Dollywood Discussion Thread
Jodon replied to crispy's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
All lanes are open going south, but still closed going north. There is a chance they will have one lane open going north by the end of this week. You will be fine coming down but I would be prepared to use the detours going back. Thanks! I'm heading down there with a group on Friday and they are returning on Tuesday of next week. Hopefully it's open by then!