mich311e Posted January 14, 2015 Share Posted January 14, 2015 Hey all, But, anyhow - I'm a big guy. Not ginormous, I'm about 6' 3" 300 lbs. I remember clearly, last time I was at SFMM, there were at lest two rides I sat in line for, got in the seat, and couldn't ride due to the harness not accommodating my... size. I figured if anything you guys could let me know which rides at SFMM a big guy like me would be unable to fit in, and thus may make my friend skip or ride solo.... Thanks! My husband used to be about 290 and is 6'2". He definitely could not ride Batman, he's lost weight and tried again and still didn't fit. If you have a large upper chest area the restraint just doesn't come down right. I'd say avoid Green Lantern and possibly X2 as well. Good luck, have fun! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swornenemy Posted January 14, 2015 Share Posted January 14, 2015 Hey all, So, I don't go to theme parks often, and the last time I was at SFMM was a few years back for the West Cost Bash. My friend is visiting, is a coaster lover, and has flat out asked me to take him to Magic Mountain - which I'm certainly not opposed to. In fact, I'm relatively hopeful about shorter lines since we are definitely in the off-season. The reason I am posting, however, has to do with me. And if this isn't the right place for this post, let me know... But, anyhow - I'm a big guy. Not ginormous, I'm about 6' 3" 300 lbs. I remember clearly, last time I was at SFMM, there were at lest two rides I sat in line for, got in the seat, and couldn't ride due to the harness not accommodating my... size. I figured if anything you guys could let me know which rides at SFMM a big guy like me would be unable to fit in, and thus may make my friend skip or ride solo.... Thanks! I'm a little smaller than you but I'll tell you that batman would be a tough ride to fit on. Same with superman, Tatsu and riddlers. Now this is just a generalization, it really depends on how you're built. But those rides are a tight squeeze for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VF15 Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 So, at the rate they're going, when do you guys think Twisted Colossus' track will be complete? My guess is maybe sometime in April or May as long as there aren't any big setbacks, but I really have no idea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nicman Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 (edited) ^I think it will open sometime in may, because they still have a lot to do, I am pretty sure that all they have completed so far is the first two drops. Edited January 15, 2015 by nicman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJeXeL Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 So, at the rate they're going, when do you guys think Twisted Colossus' track will be complete? My guess is maybe sometime in April or May as long as there aren't any big setbacks, but I really have no idea. You just answered your own question. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coastercoaster5 Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 I have a feeling it will open in June or MAYBE memorial weekend cause there may be a lot of kinks to work out with the lift hill timing etc... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coasterlvr Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 i'm sort of thinking the ride might be done before the rest of the area. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Manic Monte Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 I'll be a happy camper if TC opens by the first week of June. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
singemfrc Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 i'm sort of thinking the ride might be done before the rest of the area. I wouldn't bet against that. I think we'll be riding TC with construction still going on around us..remember how unfinished the area around YOLO was when it started operating. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rcdude Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 So, at the rate they're going, when do you guys think Twisted Colossus' track will be complete? My guess is maybe sometime in April or May as long as there aren't any big setbacks, but I really have no idea. I'm guessing the track will be done in late March or early April. Assuming the park wants the ride done for Memorial Day weekend and that testing will take about a month, if the track isn't done by mid-April it probably wouldn't open on time. If the targeted opening isn't until June, however, it could be a bit longer. Hey all, So, I don't go to theme parks often, and the last time I was at SFMM was a few years back for the West Cost Bash. My friend is visiting, is a coaster lover, and has flat out asked me to take him to Magic Mountain - which I'm certainly not opposed to. In fact, I'm relatively hopeful about shorter lines since we are definitely in the off-season. The reason I am posting, however, has to do with me. And if this isn't the right place for this post, let me know... But, anyhow - I'm a big guy. Not ginormous, I'm about 6' 3" 300 lbs. I remember clearly, last time I was at SFMM, there were at lest two rides I sat in line for, got in the seat, and couldn't ride due to the harness not accommodating my... size. I figured if anything you guys could let me know which rides at SFMM a big guy like me would be unable to fit in, and thus may make my friend skip or ride solo.... Thanks! The B&M coasters, especially Batman and Riddler, will probably give you quite a bit of trouble. Gold Rusher may also be difficult due to the single position lap bars, and Full Throttle is a bit tight due to lots of padding (though you may still fit). You'll probably be able to fit all the other major coasters. If you're not sure and the line isn't too bad, I'd recommend waiting in line with your friend and trying it. If you go on a non-holiday Sunday before spring break or a weekday after the spring break period, you'll probably find most waits are only a few trains. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chad Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 Hey all, So, I don't go to theme parks often, and the last time I was at SFMM was a few years back for the West Cost Bash. My friend is visiting, is a coaster lover, and has flat out asked me to take him to Magic Mountain - which I'm certainly not opposed to. In fact, I'm relatively hopeful about shorter lines since we are definitely in the off-season. The reason I am posting, however, has to do with me. And if this isn't the right place for this post, let me know... But, anyhow - I'm a big guy. Not ginormous, I'm about 6' 3" 300 lbs. I remember clearly, last time I was at SFMM, there were at lest two rides I sat in line for, got in the seat, and couldn't ride due to the harness not accommodating my... size. I figured if anything you guys could let me know which rides at SFMM a big guy like me would be unable to fit in, and thus may make my friend skip or ride solo.... Thanks! Hey, I'm a big guy myself at one point <315 and I visited SFMM. My advice, stay away from OTS rides, those were the most problem givers. However, they also do have larger seats with the double buckle for bigger guest including batman, scream and superman, haven't tried riddler though when I went, was denied lol. As far as leg room on like goldrush, crossed legs works fine. Only time I've been in pain was on revolution, my knees were crushed by this metal bar on the back of the seat (not lap bar). Most.Uncomfortable.Ride.Ever. So to anyone with size as a problem, just ask the dispatcher or whoever is directing you to seats, that you'd like to find the bigger seat and they should accommodate quickly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laqueefa Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 Put the cookie down, now! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superbatboy Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 Put the cookie down, now! Mmmmmm cookies Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grsupercity Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 C is for cookie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scottiemon Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 C is for cookie That's good enough for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vedved82491 Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 I still don't see TC having any major setbacks. I could easily see it opening in May. Tatsu managed to open in May and it had to go through 5-6 weeks of testing. I'm curious to see more photos over the next several weeks, especially the Screampunk District contruction and Scream's paint. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
singemfrc Posted January 16, 2015 Share Posted January 16, 2015 I still don't see TC having any major setbacks. I could easily see it opening in May. Tatsu managed to open in May and it had to go through 5-6 weeks of testing. I'm curious to see more photos over the next several weeks, especially the Screampunk District contruction and Scream's paint. Tatsu was supposed to open much earlier though, it had several setbacks. I want to say the opening was delayed 2 or 3 times. Remember Tatsu's entire construction was televised in a documentary? I still have a copy of that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DonGeorge Posted January 16, 2015 Share Posted January 16, 2015 (edited) Remember Tatsu's entire construction was televised in a documentary? I still have a copy of that. I do remember hearing about that documentary. I also remember watching the Kingda Ka documentary a few years ago and the Expedition Everest one. Edited January 16, 2015 by DonGeorge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superbatboy Posted January 16, 2015 Share Posted January 16, 2015 (edited) I still don't see TC having any major setbacks. I could easily see it opening in May. Tatsu managed to open in May and it had to go through 5-6 weeks of testing. I'm curious to see more photos over the next several weeks, especially the Screampunk District contruction and Scream's paint. Tatsu was supposed to open much earlier though, it had several setbacks. I want to say the opening was delayed 2 or 3 times. Remember Tatsu's entire construction was televised in a documentary? I still have a copy of that. It was a great documentary, someone uploaded it to youtube a while back but I guess it was taken down. Edited January 16, 2015 by Superbatboy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FaithPlus1 Posted January 16, 2015 Share Posted January 16, 2015 I still don't see TC having any major setbacks. I could easily see it opening in May. Tatsu managed to open in May and it had to go through 5-6 weeks of testing. I'm curious to see more photos over the next several weeks, especially the Screampunk District contruction and Scream's paint. Tatsu was supposed to open much earlier though, it had several setbacks. I want to say the opening was delayed 2 or 3 times. Remember Tatsu's entire construction was televised in a documentary? I still have a copy of that. It was a great docu, someone uploaded it to youtube a while back but I guess it was taken down. LOL@docu Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superbatboy Posted January 16, 2015 Share Posted January 16, 2015 I still don't see TC having any major setbacks. I could easily see it opening in May. Tatsu managed to open in May and it had to go through 5-6 weeks of testing. I'm curious to see more photos over the next several weeks, especially the Screampunk District contruction and Scream's paint. Tatsu was supposed to open much earlier though, it had several setbacks. I want to say the opening was delayed 2 or 3 times. Remember Tatsu's entire construction was televised in a documentary? I still have a copy of that. It was a great docu, someone uploaded it to youtube a while back but I guess it was taken down. LOL@docu *fixed* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coastercoaster5 Posted January 16, 2015 Share Posted January 16, 2015 Speaking of those construction documentaries, does anyone know of some besides Kingda Ka, Everest, Formula Rossa, and Tatsu??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DonGeorge Posted January 16, 2015 Share Posted January 16, 2015 Speaking of those construction documentaries, does anyone know of some besides Kingda Ka, Everest, Formula Rossa, and Tatsu??? I recall viewing part of this one documentary about a guy who worked on Griffon & Renegade. I remember seeing a part involving him building the second Immelman. I also found one about the construction of El Toro, the Voyage & Kentucky Rumbler. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BDG Posted January 16, 2015 Share Posted January 16, 2015 Speaking of those construction documentaries, does anyone know of some besides Kingda Ka, Everest, Formula Rossa, and Tatsu??? There are hundreds on YouTube. And don't forget to search in other languages as well. German for example... Speed Monster, Tusenfryd https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dgeA6yEbHnk Karacho, Tripsdrill another one: Colossos, Heide Park Desert Race, Heide Park SilverStar, Europa Park Freischutz, Bayernpark Wodan, Europa Park El Toro, Plohnhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E_UBnoU5t9E Polar X-Plorer, Legoland Billund Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
singemfrc Posted January 16, 2015 Share Posted January 16, 2015 (edited) Remember Tatsu's entire construction was televised in a documentary? I still have a copy of that. I do remember hearing about that documentary. I also remember watching the Kingda Ka documentary a few years ago and the Expedition Everest one. I still don't see TC having any major setbacks. I could easily see it opening in May. Tatsu managed to open in May and it had to go through 5-6 weeks of testing. I'm curious to see more photos over the next several weeks, especially the Screampunk District contruction and Scream's paint. Tatsu was supposed to open much earlier though, it had several setbacks. I want to say the opening was delayed 2 or 3 times. Remember Tatsu's entire construction was televised in a documentary? I still have a copy of that. It was a great documentary, someone uploaded it to youtube a while back but I guess it was taken down. I still have the Tatsu one saved to my hard drive. It took me forever to find it, the show is pretty obscure. Where was the Kingda Ka and Expedition Everest one? I never saw either of those but would love to. Edited January 18, 2015 by singemfrc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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