PhantomPoster32 Posted July 31, 2016 Share Posted July 31, 2016 It'd probably be a version like Adventureland got if you do get one. You don't need the huge capacity of the larger versions. But, if Cedar Fair has never gotten one of the smaller versions I don't see why they would start with VF. The smaller version only seats 32 people. With how long it takes to load these things and the length of the ride, the line could get insane on busy days. I think it would be stupid to get the 32-person model instead of the generic 64-person model. Who cares if there are empty seats during the week? If they're going to spend millions on a ride like this, I think it would be worth it to spend another million or two to get the larger model so capacity won't be an issue if it doesn't have to be. Spoken like someone who has never been to Adventureland and witnessed how quickly they can be loaded. Slow ops on these things appear to only be a CF phenomenon. Oh and not to mention this model hasn't suffered any issues like the larger ones have. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
proggieus Posted July 31, 2016 Share Posted July 31, 2016 HI, New guy here, been lurking for a few weeks. I Was at VF last night and the Wheel of Fortune was up and running for the first time in weeks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MidwestThemeParks Posted July 31, 2016 Share Posted July 31, 2016 It'd probably be a version like Adventureland got if you do get one. You don't need the huge capacity of the larger versions. But, if Cedar Fair has never gotten one of the smaller versions I don't see why they would start with VF. The smaller version only seats 32 people. With how long it takes to load these things and the length of the ride, the line could get insane on busy days. I think it would be stupid to get the 32-person model instead of the generic 64-person model. Who cares if there are empty seats during the week? If they're going to spend millions on a ride like this, I think it would be worth it to spend another million or two to get the larger model so capacity won't be an issue if it doesn't have to be. Spoken like someone who has never been to Adventureland and witnessed how quickly they can be loaded. Slow ops on these things appear to only be a CF phenomenon. Oh and not to mention this model hasn't suffered any issues like the larger ones have. I've been to Adventureland. When I was there last year Storm Chaser was closed because they were buying a new part at Walmart. Even if they can be loaded quickly, I still don't think it would hurt the park to spend a little extra and get the larger model. Why make capacity a potential issue if you don't have to? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhantomPoster32 Posted July 31, 2016 Share Posted July 31, 2016 It'd probably be a version like Adventureland got if you do get one. You don't need the huge capacity of the larger versions. But, if Cedar Fair has never gotten one of the smaller versions I don't see why they would start with VF. The smaller version only seats 32 people. With how long it takes to load these things and the length of the ride, the line could get insane on busy days. I think it would be stupid to get the 32-person model instead of the generic 64-person model. Who cares if there are empty seats during the week? If they're going to spend millions on a ride like this, I think it would be worth it to spend another million or two to get the larger model so capacity won't be an issue if it doesn't have to be. Spoken like someone who has never been to Adventureland and witnessed how quickly they can be loaded. Slow ops on these things appear to only be a CF phenomenon. Oh and not to mention this model hasn't suffered any issues like the larger ones have. I've been to Adventureland. When I was there last year Storm Chaser was closed because they were buying a new part at Walmart. Even if they can be loaded quickly, I still don't think it would hurt the park to spend a little extra and get the larger model. Why make capacity a potential issue if you don't have to? Because VF doesn't need that level of capacity? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dboor129 Posted July 31, 2016 Share Posted July 31, 2016 Is the announcement officially supposed to happen tomorrow? I know CP has an announcement tomorrow so not sure if VFs date changed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhantomPoster32 Posted July 31, 2016 Share Posted July 31, 2016 How is the All Wheels Xtreme show being received? I realize I'm not the target audience for it, but yesterday at WOF I noticed a very small audience in attendance for their version the two times I walked by while the show was going on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainUnknown Posted August 1, 2016 Share Posted August 1, 2016 I've heard that the announcement date will be August 18th. I don't know whether or not the park would be willing to get rid of Galaxy for a Triotech dark ride as it's the only fully enclosed entertainment venue in the park. I doubt the new ampitheater will go anywhere for a long time. A good chunk of money was spent on it and it sounds like All Wheels Extreme will be back for 2017 from what I've gained talking to some of the cast. It's a good performance venue, but at the same time, it's fully exposed--leaving the patrons baking in the sun and could be a fire hazard trying to get out of there if the gate's closed. In other news, here's another one of my stupid/crazy pipe dreams for the park. Red: Mondial Revolution named Delirium--sooner rather than later Blue: Compact thrill coaster. Think Premier Sky Rocket II or S&S 4-D Free-Fly--later rather than sooner. Black: the queue/entrance for said coaster. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MidwestThemeParks Posted August 1, 2016 Share Posted August 1, 2016 I've heard that the announcement date will be August 18th. They said it would be this week. Not that VF isn't known to change their announcement dates. Edit: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rollercoaster Rider Posted August 1, 2016 Share Posted August 1, 2016 I've heard that the announcement date will be August 18th. I don't know whether or not the park would be willing to get rid of Galaxy for a Triotech dark ride as it's the only fully enclosed entertainment venue in the park... I thought they were gonna add it where the Bumper Cars are Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VF15 Posted August 1, 2016 Share Posted August 1, 2016 I've heard that the announcement date will be August 18th. I don't know whether or not the park would be willing to get rid of Galaxy for a Triotech dark ride as it's the only fully enclosed entertainment venue in the park... I thought they were gonna add it where the Bumper Cars are Don't really think the Bumper Cars building is suitable to house a dark ride. Even if it was, it would have to be a very small/short ride to fit in there. Can't see a dark ride working here unless building's footprint is extended. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VFhauntblog Posted August 1, 2016 Share Posted August 1, 2016 How is the All Wheels Xtreme show being received? I realize I'm not the target audience for it, but yesterday at WOF I noticed a very small audience in attendance for their version the two times I walked by while the show was going on. I've seen it quite a few times already and It seems to get a good audience for each show. Even in the hottest of days from what I've seen people still watch it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VFhauntblog Posted August 1, 2016 Share Posted August 1, 2016 I've heard that the announcement date will be August 18th. I don't know whether or not the park would be willing to get rid of Galaxy for a Triotech dark ride as it's the only fully enclosed entertainment venue in the park... I thought they were gonna add it where the Bumper Cars are Don't really think the Bumper Cars building is suitable to house a dark ride. Even if it was, it would have to be a very small/short ride to fit in there. It's possible to just demolish it and build a new structure you know. Most people are probably reffering to building the dark ride on that land. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RCjunkie Posted August 1, 2016 Share Posted August 1, 2016 ^ Exactly. If the park is going to get a dark ride it will have a new building built for it. And that may mean demolishing an existing building, maybe not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RollerColester Posted August 1, 2016 Share Posted August 1, 2016 I hope Valleyfair's announcement this week is similar to Cedar Point's just now. Insert: Excalibur. Even though I enjoy Excalibur more than most people, the low ridership and superior plans for that area mean that it is time for it to go! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VF15 Posted August 1, 2016 Share Posted August 1, 2016 I hope Valleyfair's announcement this week is similar to Cedar Point's just now. Insert: Excalibur. Even though I enjoy Excalibur more than most people, the low ridership and superior plans for that area mean that it is time for it to go! Fairly sure Excalibur isn't going anywhere just yet. The second Excalibur train is currently in the maintenance shop getting refurbished, don't think they'd want to remove it right after doing that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MidwestThemeParks Posted August 1, 2016 Share Posted August 1, 2016 I hope Valleyfair's announcement this week is similar to Cedar Point's just now. Insert: Excalibur. Even though I enjoy Excalibur more than most people, the low ridership and superior plans for that area mean that it is time for it to go! Fairly sure Excalibur isn't going anywhere just yet. The second Excalibur train is currently in the maintenance shop getting refurbished, don't think they'd want to remove it right after doing that. Do we have any proof they are actually doing anything with the second train? It doesn't take that long to fix a train. Maybe they are just getting it ready to send away or stripping it of its useful parts for future use on Corkscrew or other Arrow coasters in CF. Excalibur closes before the end of the season so they would have from September/October until May to fix the train. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RollerColester Posted August 1, 2016 Share Posted August 1, 2016 The second Excalibur train is currently in the maintenance shop getting refurbished, don't think they'd want to remove it right after doing that. What are they suppose to say? They can't tell you the truth..."Yeah, this train is pretty much shot and the plan is Excalibur is getting scrapped anyway after this season, so we're just gonna run one train the rest of the season and tell everyone (including employees) the second is in the shop for maintenance. They'll all believe us, suckers!!" I may or may not have added that last part. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Apollo von Sol Posted August 1, 2016 Share Posted August 1, 2016 I hope Valleyfair's announcement this week is similar to Cedar Point's just now. Insert: Excalibur. Even though I enjoy Excalibur more than most people, the low ridership and superior plans for that area mean that it is time for it to go! Fairly sure Excalibur isn't going anywhere just yet. The second Excalibur train is currently in the maintenance shop getting refurbished, don't think they'd want to remove it right after doing that. Do we have any proof they are actually doing anything with the second train? It doesn't take that long to fix a train. Yes, there's a picture of them fixing the train in the Valleyfair Backstage Tour Trip Report here on TPR. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MidwestThemeParks Posted August 1, 2016 Share Posted August 1, 2016 I hope Valleyfair's announcement this week is similar to Cedar Point's just now. Insert: Excalibur. Even though I enjoy Excalibur more than most people, the low ridership and superior plans for that area mean that it is time for it to go! Fairly sure Excalibur isn't going anywhere just yet. The second Excalibur train is currently in the maintenance shop getting refurbished, don't think they'd want to remove it right after doing that. Do we have any proof they are actually doing anything with the second train? It doesn't take that long to fix a train. Yes, there's a picture of them fixing the train in the Valleyfair Backstage Tour Trip Report here on TPR. I just looked through that thread...... The only pictures of Excalibur are the cars of the train covered up and there's another picture of some Arrow wheels. There aren't any pictures of them working on the train. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dboor129 Posted August 1, 2016 Share Posted August 1, 2016 What happened to this that was posted on the facebook page? Did they change the announcement date? Is this a good or a bad sign? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ariznglori Posted August 1, 2016 Share Posted August 1, 2016 What happened to this that was posted on the facebook page? Did they change the announcement date? Is this a good or a bad sign? Well...they never said which park the announcement would be for...lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FKA 'Playa Posted August 1, 2016 Share Posted August 1, 2016 It's today all day 'till midnight. So there's that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MidwestThemeParks Posted August 1, 2016 Share Posted August 1, 2016 They deleted that post and later posted this on Twitter: Edit: and this was posted last week, so next week is this week. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
livai Posted August 1, 2016 Share Posted August 1, 2016 (edited) Edited August 1, 2016 by livai Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RollerColester Posted August 1, 2016 Share Posted August 1, 2016 (edited) https://www.valleyfair.com/what-s-new/enterprise-announcement/?mobile=0 Valleyfair Bids Farewell to Enterprise After 38 years, Valleyfair will say goodbye to one of its earliest rides. Enterprise will give its final ride to park guests on Sunday, August 21, 2016 before being retired to make room for future growth of Valleyfair. More than 15 and a half million riders have experienced Enterprise since its installation at Valleyfair in 1979. “While it’s bittersweet to say goodbye to one of our park’s oldest rides, we’re excited for what the future holds,” says Dave Frazier, Vice President and General Manager of Valleyfair. “The park has evolved so much over the past 40 years and as Valleyfair continues to grow, we’re committed to enhancing the overall experience for our guests. We’re happy that Enterprise was able to provide close to four decades of memories.” Guests can take their last rides on Enterprise before the ride is ceremoniously retired on Sunday, August 21 at 10 p.m. Plans for 2017 growth at Valleyfair will be officially announced in mid-August. Last year for Enterprise. Twitter says to prepare for new heights in 2017. I'll guess Sky Roller or Frisbee! Edited August 4, 2016 by jedimaster1227 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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