PhantomPoster32 Posted May 29, 2016 Share Posted May 29, 2016 There are no woodies at a CF park that I'd call an airtime machine, It's called a GCI. Prowler and Gold Striker say otherwise. Other than the triple down there's not much air on Prowler Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WOFanatic Posted May 29, 2016 Share Posted May 29, 2016 There are no woodies at a CF park that I'd call an airtime machine, It's called a GCI. Prowler and Gold Striker say otherwise. Other than the triple down there's not much air on Prowler Honestly I get great air on Prowler. Especially in the front. It's not ejector but there's tons of floater. Nothing at WOF even factors in this conversation. Did you ever ride TimberWolf in it's glory days. The airtime was so kicka$$ that you could switch seats because of how hard you flew into that lap bar. Sure, GCI is neutering it, but still, if we are talking about legacies, TW was one of the best airtime coasters of all time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhantomPoster32 Posted May 29, 2016 Share Posted May 29, 2016 There are no woodies at a CF park that I'd call an airtime machine, It's called a GCI. Prowler and Gold Striker say otherwise. Other than the triple down there's not much air on Prowler Honestly I get great air on Prowler. Especially in the front. It's not ejector but there's tons of floater. Nothing at WOF even factors in this conversation. Did you ever ride TimberWolf in it's glory days. The airtime was so kicka$$ that you could switch seats because of how hard you flew into that lap bar. Sure, GCI is neutering it, but still, if we are talking about legacies, TW was one of the best airtime coasters of all time. I'm not sure who you're asking here, but yes I rode Timber Wolf back during 1989. It opened on my birthday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lightning Rod Posted May 29, 2016 Share Posted May 29, 2016 To help out with the shade issues how about adding some covers over the que lines like Power Tower has? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhantomPoster32 Posted May 29, 2016 Share Posted May 29, 2016 To help out with the shade issues how about adding some covers over the que lines like Power Tower has? No joke. That line was quite warm today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cake-is-life Posted May 29, 2016 Share Posted May 29, 2016 Pretty sure they're just repaving part of the admin area. I tripped a couple of times using that back gate while lugging a cleaning caddy last year in that area. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhantomPoster32 Posted May 29, 2016 Share Posted May 29, 2016 Has WildThing always slammed into the curves? My goodness the trains act like they're trying tear themselves apart. Oh and kudos to the Corkscrew crew. They're cranking out the trains today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lightning Rod Posted May 29, 2016 Share Posted May 29, 2016 I did stop by the park for a few hours before I went to work like I normally do. Went back to Renegade ask one of the ride operators I know about the attandence for today said park was expecting about 10,000. The park looked really busy one ride on Renegade 45 minute two trains running line past the tunnel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffaloWingRider Posted May 29, 2016 Share Posted May 29, 2016 Those quotes up there have me saying stuff I didn't write, someone messed it up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meghna Posted May 29, 2016 Share Posted May 29, 2016 To help out with the shade issues how about adding some covers over the que lines like Power Tower has? Speaking of which, looks like PowTow got new awning covers for the red towers. They look awesome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cake-is-life Posted May 29, 2016 Share Posted May 29, 2016 Oh and kudos to the Corkscrew crew. They're cranking out the trains today. Thanks from the crew We don't have to have guests pull up on their seatbelts, just visually check them. It's definitely cut down on cycle time and even I've noticed a greater hourly average so far this season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhantomPoster32 Posted May 29, 2016 Share Posted May 29, 2016 I actually had a good ride on Corkscrew. No body jostling whatsoever. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garyman6 Posted May 30, 2016 Share Posted May 30, 2016 On the topic of another SC expansion. Mr. Frazier did confirm with me that we will not get a new coaster in 2017. That does not mean they couldn't start one for a 2018 opening. So, it would make sense for another Soak City expansion and the location of the Looping Star Ship is the most ideal spot until the area out west can be expanded. I'm guessing they will keep the LSS. I have seen pretty decent crowds for it lately. Also, by relocated and some refurb and maybe a theme change I think it could become popular again. There are not many around anymore and they are more fun then just swinging back and forth. It would be cool to build it over water and have sprays of water shoot up during the ride cycle. Also, Valleyfair can't afford to loose an inverting ride. On to Soak City. With a possible new expansion, do you think they will move the entrance over by Mad Mouse? That way they could use the existing entrance for more space for a new tower or more space for lounges. I wouldn't be too surprised if they added another new flat ride in addition to the SC expansion. Don't you just LOVE speculation? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garyman6 Posted May 30, 2016 Share Posted May 30, 2016 I actually had a good ride on Corkscrew. No body jostling whatsoever. Nice Pic. I rode Corkscrew on opening day and thought it ran fantastic. The old girl is running like new! Guess it's going to stay awhile yet! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhantomPoster32 Posted May 30, 2016 Share Posted May 30, 2016 If they're going to do another Soak City they are going to have to do a lot more than just another slide tower. I agree moving the entrance to maximize land is a must. I think a new waterfortress needs go where the older splash pad/kiddie lazy river is currently has to be a high priority. A hybrid large raft slide needs to go where LSS is currently. A racer slide can go where the current entrance path is. That would be a good start at least. Capacity is what is most needed right now - well that and more space but that's what you get for not building the waterpark up front where Challenge Park was. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainUnknown Posted May 30, 2016 Share Posted May 30, 2016 Another bit of information I've recently picked up: Mangler Asylum will be outdoors this year for haunt. That tidbit has caused me to speculate further that the bumper cars building will become our dark ride. While it would be sad for it to go, it makes sense. -People hate working and cleaning it at night. -It's a good location in the park. -That whole midway from Planet Snoopy to Fryer Tuck's needs to be repaved and this would be a good excuse to do so. -Mr. Ouimet's comments about empty boxes perfect for such rides. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhantomPoster32 Posted May 30, 2016 Share Posted May 30, 2016 Another bit of information I've recently picked up: Mangler Asylum will be outdoors this year for haunt. That tidbit has caused me to speculate further that the bumper cars building will become our dark ride. While it would be sad for it to go, it makes sense. -People hate working and cleaning it at night. -It's a good location in the park. -That whole midway from Planet Snoopy to Fryer Tuck's needs to be repaved and this would be a good excuse to do so. -Mr. Ouimet's comments about empty boxes perfect for such rides. Sounds like both VF and WOF will get dark rides next year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lightning Rod Posted May 30, 2016 Share Posted May 30, 2016 That would make sense to move the Soak City enterance over by Mad Mouse and re locate Looping Star Ship somewhere else there you would have room for another Soak City water park expansion. I would think your going to see another water park expansion. When the Dino contract is up that would be my prediction for a new coaster to come footers in 2018. For next year I would like to see a Frisebee for a new thrill ride with a water park expansion at the same time. Early next week it's supposed to get into the 90's again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VF15 Posted May 30, 2016 Share Posted May 30, 2016 Another waterpark expansion would be a fine addition, but I agree with PhantomPoster32 that it should be more than just another slide tower. A large tipping bucket children's play area is something the waterpark is really lacking. I'd guess they might also remove the Panic Falls slides since they're rather pointless now that we have the new slides. As for a dark ride, I would welcome one of those, but don't have the slightest idea what they'd theme it to. On another note, I'll be starting my ride operator position at Valleyfair this week . Still not sure what ride I'll be working at, but it should be an interesting experience. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meghna Posted May 30, 2016 Share Posted May 30, 2016 Are we actually looking at the new splash pad they installed last year? We don't need a giant bucket or play structure when we just got one. Ok, it's not giant like some people might want, but they wouldn't install two of the same style of water park attraction. Also, while the Bumper Cars spot does seem like a prime spot for something new, I would like to quibble slightly that all of the associates hate it. I actually quite enjoyed it, with the longer cycles and entertaining happenings. You've also got to make the most of cleaning it at night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
millertpr Posted May 30, 2016 Share Posted May 30, 2016 Here are my predictions looking ahead 3 years: - 2017: Dark ride themed to EA property (Plants vs zombies, Need for Speed, Battlefield) - 2018: Coaster (not even speculating what kind, but likely a small B&M) - 2019: Soak City: new entrance and parking lot (bye-bye excalibur), mat racer, some sort of raft slide, tipping bucket play structure where old kids area currently is. Looping starship is not relocated from the park, but removed. Everything else old in the waterpark stays. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikxy Posted May 30, 2016 Share Posted May 30, 2016 Another waterpark expansion would be a fine addition, but I agree with PhantomPoster32 that it should be more than just another slide tower. A large tipping bucket children's play area is something the waterpark is really lacking. I'd guess they might also remove the Panic Falls slides since they're rather pointless now that we have the new slides. As for a dark ride, I would welcome one of those, but don't have the slightest idea what they'd theme it to. On another note, I'll be starting my ride operator position at Valleyfair this week . Still not sure what ride I'll be working at, but it should be an interesting experience. Fun fun fun! Visit me at tollgate on your breaks! Hope you have fun, and tell me all about it please! That's like my dream job! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meghna Posted May 30, 2016 Share Posted May 30, 2016 We just got a tipping bucket two years ago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikxy Posted May 30, 2016 Share Posted May 30, 2016 Here are my predictions looking ahead 3 years: - 2017: Dark ride themed to EA property (Plants vs zombies, Need for Speed, Battlefield) - 2018: Coaster (not even speculating what kind, but likely a small B&M) - 2019: Soak City: new entrance and parking lot (bye-bye excalibur), mat racer, some sort of raft slide, tipping bucket play structure where old kids area currently is. Looping starship is not relocated from the park, but removed. Everything else old in the waterpark stays. Dino's contract isn't up until 2019, so the coaster would have to wait until at least then. And they tried to do that 2019 plan this year but they haven't passed it yet, so I would think next year is the year for that, then 2018 will be dark ride or whatever, and then 2019 might maybe be a coaster Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
millertpr Posted May 30, 2016 Share Posted May 30, 2016 We just got a tipping bucket two years ago. Splash pad. With no slides. There needs to be a children's area with slides like the one at Water Park of America. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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