wesley815
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32 minutes ago, Satans Hockey said:
This story just shows the worst aspect of social media. I can't even imagine being those parents and family/friends and knowing that so many people watched a video of your loved one dying.
I agree with the sad aspect of it, however I'm also thankful for clear video proof of more and more accidents these days (as eye witness accounts can be dramatically different depending on person.) Similar to black boxes on major airlines.
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15 hours ago, rachelmadcow said:
The guy riding FF appears to have the restraint just as high as the victim on Icon Park's tower.
Along with seat belt backup, that tower also 'tilts back' prior to (or just entering) brake run so high G's are pushing body straight down into seat. It really surprised me Icon has their tower hit brakes still tilted forward, which puts extreme amount of force on the exact portion of OTSR's which allowed guest to slide out. Prior to accident I assumed it also tilted back during drop, but nope.
*of course we'll only know reasoning after full investigation. Video and picture clearly shows how high OTSR's were prior to ride, and moment he slid out was when braking started.
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1 hour ago, i305isdaddy said:
That’s the second video of this ride I’ve seen where there’s no music…
Is something broken or did they just forget to score the whole ride?
Not sure but might be a YouTube copyright issue, maybe for press/media days they have it turned off.
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Oddly enough, the Bionic Bar did not seem to resonate well with people. There were a couple of times it was sort of crowded, but mostly people just standing around watching the robots. Most of the time there wasn't anyone there and you could walk right up and make a drink. It was kind of a shame because it seemed like such a cool idea in a fun area, but no one seemed to be doing it.
I can understand that. It looks cool to watch, but I'd rather pay (and tip) a human making my drink. I'd go find a real person over a robot, even if it required waiting longer.
Just a personal preference, maybe from having worked in the service industry.
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I like this particular comment......“Literally stuck on a monorail at Disney, lighting struck and we immediately stopped. I’m convinced that I’m going to die,” said Twitter user @nnaaatttalliiie at 6:07 p.m"
I'm glad she survived such a horrible tragedy. At least she had enough time to pull out her cell phone, open Twitter app, and post that status before death took over.
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Oh, and CalOSHA is fine with Xcel snapping cables once or twice a year during 80+ MPH launches... but Seeker is way too unsafe to run?
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Does anyone know more as to what Cal/OSHA's problem with the ride actually was? I know people have posted something about a ladder not being in code...
And shouldn't Mondial take some responsibility for this whole fiasco? Correct me if I'm wrong, but when they manufacture a ride, shouldn't said ride be in code for the place to where it's being delivered / assembled? I can't help but wonder if this will amount to some sort of lawsuit against the company.
I wonder the same things... Seems odd they are okay to run in all other states, except CA.
Sad to see it go, I enjoyed the ride.
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Was wondering the same thing... Knott's still hasn't re-opened. Just been sitting there, no work being done, for a long time.I apoligize for the double post, but I heard all windseekers have been shut down chain wide again. Is this true, and if so what are the details on the story? -
My mother herd about this situation somehow, and now she's going on and on about how she's never riding any big coaster again.
Wow, don't tell her about the thousands of people who are going to die today in car crashes.
Or does she never leave the house? Gotta stay safe!
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GREAT update!! Can't wait to checkout the new Boardwalk area and of course the log ride too- thanks for posting!
... we're still awaiting Windseeker, right?Also was checking for a Windseeker update, did they have more issues? Other parks open theirs?
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Glad the bail is set that high, I don't feel sorry for that idiot at all!!
He's at work, not some backyard playground of his. Grow up.
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I think 21 for food service incase alcohol is served, but 18 for cashiers/non-bar/gift shop positions.
Although, 18 does seem young for loss prevention & security.
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Here's a good overall video of the Carnival Triumph event (far from a "Tragedy", but hey, had to have a T word to go with "Triumph").
It was made by a passenger on board, without all the media hype:
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I have yet to hear any passenger say anything good about this ordeal.
Most passengers said the actual crew on the ship were doing the best the could and very helpful. Meaning the "hourly/front line" workers, I'm not defending Carnival or the executives at all.
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Looking great- what a perfect way to enter the park, through a coaster inversion
...and congrats traincrossin on being part of the opening crew!
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Wow!! Those are some great pictures... glad you enjoyed the park with small crowds.
Look forward to the other reports & pics, thanks for posting!
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What I've never understood about TPR is the apparent dog-pile effect. This thread is a perfect example. Original poster makes a comment, Robb responds, issue [should be] resolved. But then 20 people feel the need to jump in...
...so I guess your post is #21?
#kthxbye
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I remember a few weeks back when the Aviator at Kemah Boardwalk failed during operation. Literally started to tear itself apart while riders were still on it. I'm just glad no one was hurt.
Thanks for the info.
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Almost every caption has a negative statement, weather it be about the photo itself or comparing it to another attraction that is 'worse than' or 'better than' the item photographed.
I found this to be one of the most depressing trip reports I've ever read on TPR.
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lmao... I'm starting to see all the "backwards" comments more and more now too.
Gotta love the GP. (But yes, CP was just asking for it when they edited the video that way)
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http://www.facebook.com/KnottsBerryFarm
Perilous Plunge will be closing September 3. Give it a proper send off with a final ride! Future plans for the site will be released soon. -
Not sure what you're getting at here, but I do believe the same would happen the first time you attempt real surfing.
I agree!
...at least you'd be going into water rather than onto a surface. Trampoline or not, it's still worse than going into water.Uhh... I guess you've never been in the ocean (or dive into water and land wrong)? There's a sea floor that is much more painful then any theme park flowrider. Waves crash and body slam you into water when actually surfing.
http://www.waveloch.com/safety
Yes, I know I missed the humor in your first post. Had to defend flow riders though, they are not painful and very fun!
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The Knott's Berry Farm (KBF) Discussion Thread
in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
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Let's add Silver Bullet and Hangtime to this list and we'll be all set
https://www.knotts.com/scheduled-ride-closures