WestCoasterKing

In my experience the general public doesn't care about forceful vs forceless, airtime vs floater air, linear induction vs hydraulic, etc etc. It means nothing to them. They want fast, tall, loopy, twisty rides. That's it.

No, it's because they're You misunderstood me. In this case I agree with you that we are pretty sure that it s an Intamin. I was referring every other time when everyone always wants it to be an Intamin. I've noticed that 9 times out of 10 most people say, "I think it's an Intmain" just because they want it to be and not because of anything. In this we have so many clues.

Got it.

And because enthusiasts always want it to be an Intamin because they think they make they best coasters.

You're not the only one, so don't take the blame. I'd be entertained if you could really prove your source, because that is exactly what I meant by "coming to this thread to enjoy credible information". New information is always exciting and freshens up the speculation, which always seems to get wild after a little bit, leading us to speculate more in the right direction. I never claimed to quote a source. I'm making speculation base on contents made by Ouimet and things I see going on like condtruction. But I don't need to sit here and argue about it and make hay so I'm sorry.

Sorry.

I was searching the Internet for everything I could find on the Raptor and T-Rex coasters and I found a website called The Unoffical Website of Silverwood Theme Park. Holy cow! Silverwood is my second favorite park! I go every couple of years as it's only a seven hour drive from my house! How did I not know this site existed!??? Anyway, someone on there posted last year that T-Rex track had been spotted at Silverwood and in a newer post in April of this year someone else said that RMC was just storing the track at Silverwood but that it was now gone. This person is also positive that Silverwood gets the first Raptor as their sources at say that RMC has even supposedly mapped out the layout within the park. They also said that RMC is going to be focusing on the Raptor as they have massive interest in it. But that said, RMC still had a ton of T-Rex track stored at Silverwood and now it's gone. Where did it go?!! I think it's headed to Buena Park, California! We will see!

Oh god I hope not. And Sky Cabin isn't going anywhere.

We'll see.

We'll see.

My thoughts exactly. However, I could also see Canada's Wonderland getting the prototype ride. The park removed their TOGO stand-up a few years ago, announcing that they were making room for a "large construction project", and there's been more land clearing/activity in that area of the park. Combine that with the fact Wonderland's been used as a "test park" for Cedar Fair, and I wouldn't be surprised to see the RMC raptor/T-Rex head to Knott's or Canada's Wonderland. I agree, except that CW didn't start removing a fairly popular coaster in April before the summer rush hits. Knott's is getting a coaster in 2018. That much is sure.

Yeah replace a popular rollercoaster with flat rides, that makes total sense. And I dont get your point about the troika. They aren't building flat rides at CGA or Knotts.

You don't start mapping out footings if you aren't planning something but maybe planning is all they are doing at this point. I'll give you that CGA is not so certain, but Knott's is. You do not remove a fairly popular coaster prior to the summer rush if you aren't planning on replacing it quickly. Despite all of it's problems Boomerang was very popular in the summer, at least every time I was there. It takes about a year to construct the average steel coaster. Removing Boom at the end of April 2017 makes it pretty clear they are hoping to have it's replacement open by June or July of 2018. It makes zero sense at all otherwise. As for an RMC Raptor/T-Rex you are correct in that it's not so clear, but it makes the most sense. Ouimet said one of the four (two of which are RMC woodie conversions so that leaves only two others) will be a completely new type of ride. I think it is clear that he does not mean new to North America or new to the US or even simply new to Cedar Fair or new to the West Coast/California, but rather new to roller coasters in general. The only coaster that is a completely new type that has been reported is the Raptor/T-Rex. Unless B&M is building a dive wing coaster I don't what else it could be.

Okay, two Gerstlauers in the past 15 years, most recently in 2007 which is pretty much ancient history in terms of amusement parks years and I guess makes a relationship. But we all know the only CF parks getting coasters in 2018 are: CP, KD, KBF and CGA. The first two are getting RMC conversions, Knott's is removing Boom and footing markers have been seen at Great America. I think it is safe to assume that Knott's is getting the new type of coaster while CGA gets the renewed relationship. Maybe that's Gerstlauer maybe it's Intamin maybe it's Chance, not that it matters. The point is that Knotts has a history of unique rides. I don't see any other CF park not named Cedar Point going to have the distinction of getting a "the first of its kind" type of ride. And no Gerstlauer, Intamin, B&M, Chance or Mack is going to qualify. I think it's clear that Knott's is getting an RMC Raptor/TRex.

They have never had a relationship with Gerstlauer. One flat ride in their history is not a relatstionship. It will not be a Gerstlauer coaster. And seven years is an eternity in the amusement park business.

The fourtb coaster is going to be a new type. If CGA is being the Intamin then Knott's is being a TRex/Raptor.

I doubt they would let you post anything before they announce.

As far as I know the only restrictions are that all rides and attractions are restricted to the area bounded by Beach Blvd, Western Ave, LaPalma Ave and Crescent Ave.

Flat rides are not a relationship. They clearly mean a coaster relationship. And they said it's a renewed relationship with a company they have worked with in recent history. I take that as five to ten years. Intamin was seven years ago.

You only listed 4 and I guarantee that WoF is not getting a coaster.

I too think Knott's will get a T-Rex as opposed to a Raptor. I actually still think Silverwood gets the first Raptor. It's just a gut feeling.

I just had a horrifying thought. What if the renewed relationship is Intamin but the ride is a low capacity impulse coaster?

Sorry. Dumb phone. I fixed it.

I will never ever count any shuttle coaster. The train must reach the height to count not just the structure.

What if the new Boardwalk BBQ building is really part of the new ride? Maybe the station or part of a show building.