Donomike05 Posted July 11, 2017 Share Posted July 11, 2017 FYI to those at the park today: Matt Ouimet is here today. Did he bring anybody with him like Rob Decker? If he has Rob with him then maybe that is a sign that something will happen this year. Or it just could be his yearly visit that he does for all of the parks which is probably the case. Thanks for the info though. Since you work there and have access to behind the scene area's, how is the progress going on the new employee parking lot and road? he is just there for a yearly visit, Andy I haven't scene the heavy machinery move in a long time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Bzurn Posted July 11, 2017 Share Posted July 11, 2017 If you see him please ask him when we'll be getting our new coaster or what we'll get next year! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanTheBooker Posted July 11, 2017 Share Posted July 11, 2017 If you see him please ask him when we'll be getting our new coaster or what we'll get next year! Because I'm sure he'll spill all the beans! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bzurn Posted July 11, 2017 Share Posted July 11, 2017 Lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VFhauntblog Posted July 11, 2017 Share Posted July 11, 2017 I saw him today as I was working walking with Brad Marcy and a few other people. I do not remember seeing Rob Decker. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vargonon Posted July 12, 2017 Share Posted July 12, 2017 So I was just wondering how busy this park gets? I'm going up to Minnesota next month with my boyfriend, and I was considering stopping at Valleyfair for a few hours. I don't really have all day since we plan on doing other things and we'll be with his dad most of the time. Should I also purchase a fast lane pass along with my ticket? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donomike05 Posted July 12, 2017 Share Posted July 12, 2017 So I was just wondering how busy this park gets? I'm going up to Minnesota next month with my boyfriend, and I was considering stopping at Valleyfair for a few hours. I don't really have all day since we plan on doing other things and we'll be with his dad most of the time. Should I also purchase a fast lane pass along with my ticket? it really depends on the day you go, the time of day you go and the weather. But you will rarely see a wait time over 20 mins Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vargonon Posted July 12, 2017 Share Posted July 12, 2017 ^Thank you for the information! I'm only going to be up there for a few days. I'm sure we are also going to the Mall of America and his dad will probably take us on his boat, so I'm hoping I can squeeze in some time to visit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainUnknown Posted July 12, 2017 Share Posted July 12, 2017 ^Thank you for the information! I'm only going to be up there for a few days. I'm sure we are also going to the Mall of America and his dad will probably take us on his boat, so I'm hoping I can squeeze in some time to visit. You could likely hit all the coasters and some of the best flats in about 6-7 hours at Valleyfair as long as it's not a weekend. But it is extremely easy to spend several days at the MOA. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vargonon Posted July 12, 2017 Share Posted July 12, 2017 ^Thank you for the information! I'm only going to be up there for a few days. I'm sure we are also going to the Mall of America and his dad will probably take us on his boat, so I'm hoping I can squeeze in some time to visit. You could likely hit all the coasters and some of the best flats in about 6-7 hours at Valleyfair as long as it's not a weekend. But it is extremely easy to spend several days at the MOA. Wonderful! Nothing is set in stone yet, but I hope by the end of this week we will have a game plan on what we are doing. We are more than likely leaving on a Thursday and it's an 8 hour drive up there for me. I'm from Chicago. If anything we will probably go in the morning on a Friday. There is so much you can do up there. Especially in the Minneapolis area. However I know I'll be back up there again in the future. I also hope to do some shopping since there are no taxes on clothing items which is very nice. That's where Mall of America comes in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lightning Rod Posted July 12, 2017 Share Posted July 12, 2017 How come on the right side of Power Tower the turbo drop side makes a loud noise before going up? Does maintenance know about it? If there only going to run one turbo drop they should keep the left side open instead of the right. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bzurn Posted July 12, 2017 Share Posted July 12, 2017 How come on the right side of Power Tower the turbo drop side makes a loud noise before going up? Does maintenance know about it? If there only going to run one turbo drop they should keep the left side open instead of the right. I know what you're talking about. Right when it raises off the ground it's a loud bang and scares you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donomike05 Posted July 12, 2017 Share Posted July 12, 2017 How come on the right side of Power Tower the turbo drop side makes a loud noise before going up? Does maintenance know about it? If there only going to run one turbo drop they should keep the left side open instead of the right. I know what you're talking about. Right when it raises off the ground it's a loud bang and scares you. I have noticed that but I feel like it's been that way forever. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
millertpr Posted July 13, 2017 Share Posted July 13, 2017 ^Thank you for the information! I'm only going to be up there for a few days. I'm sure we are also going to the Mall of America and his dad will probably take us on his boat, so I'm hoping I can squeeze in some time to visit. You could likely hit all the coasters and some of the best flats in about 6-7 hours at Valleyfair as long as it's not a weekend. But it is extremely easy to spend several days at the MOA. e WAY shorter than that even. I say 4 hours max. Not very good park. Just hit the rollies if you have limited time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainUnknown Posted July 13, 2017 Share Posted July 13, 2017 How come on the right side of Power Tower the turbo drop side makes a loud noise before going up? Does maintenance know about it? If there only going to run one turbo drop they should keep the left side open instead of the right. I know what you're talking about. Right when it raises off the ground it's a loud bang and scares you. I have noticed that but I feel like it's been that way forever. Oh, you mean the ominous bang of doom, death, and destruction? Just a bit of psychological torture. That, or it means the entire tower's going to collapse mid-ride. Bit of a coin toss really. Maintenance knows about it and doesn't care. It's been doing it for years and the reactions are quite enjoyable. There was one group later in the day today that screamed so loudly and so much that most of the queue laughed at them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vargonon Posted July 13, 2017 Share Posted July 13, 2017 ^Thank you for the information! I'm only going to be up there for a few days. I'm sure we are also going to the Mall of America and his dad will probably take us on his boat, so I'm hoping I can squeeze in some time to visit. You could likely hit all the coasters and some of the best flats in about 6-7 hours at Valleyfair as long as it's not a weekend. But it is extremely easy to spend several days at the MOA. e WAY shorter than that even. I say 4 hours max. Not very good park. Just hit the rollies if you have limited time. Haha! Rollie's? I like that. That's adorable. I'm going to start referring to roller coasters as rollie's for now on. I mean that's all that really matters right? We have to get every credit we can get our hands on. I really appreciate all of this insight. Unfortunately my boyfriend is a big baby when it comes to roller coasters, so that can't be our main focus. Even though I wish it was. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MinnesotaFriedOreo Posted July 13, 2017 Share Posted July 13, 2017 How come on the right side of Power Tower the turbo drop side makes a loud noise before going up? Does maintenance know about it? If there only going to run one turbo drop they should keep the left side open instead of the right. I know what you're talking about. Right when it raises off the ground it's a loud bang and scares you. I have noticed that but I feel like it's been that way forever. Oh, you mean the ominous bang of doom, death, and destruction? Just a bit of psychological torture. That, or it means the entire tower's going to collapse mid-ride. Bit of a coin toss really. Maintenance knows about it and doesn't care. It's been doing it for years and the reactions are quite enjoyable. There was one group later in the day today that screamed so loudly and so much that most of the queue laughed at them. Probably just the cylinders not extending simultaneously... Noisy but not really worry some. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VFLEGEND27 Posted July 13, 2017 Share Posted July 13, 2017 (edited) Edited July 14, 2017 by VFLEGEND27 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EthanM Posted July 13, 2017 Share Posted July 13, 2017 Well RIP Excalibur its second train was taking off the tracks and put up in storage. Id assume that means its being taken out what are your guy's opinions? The second train has been off the tracks all this year. And I believe last year it was to (at least most of the year from what I can remember). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lightning Rod Posted July 13, 2017 Share Posted July 13, 2017 I heard something a while back reguarding why the second train was taken off might have had something to do with the computer sensors not agreeing with one another having problems running two trains. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SingleRiderWill Posted July 14, 2017 Share Posted July 14, 2017 With the supposed water park entrance coming next year, what could happen to Thunder Canyon? It would be the only ride in the back of the park once excalibur is put to rest. Could Thunder Canyon become a ride at the waterpark? I wouldn't rule out Thunder Canyon's removal also. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coastergirl91 Posted July 14, 2017 Share Posted July 14, 2017 With the supposed water park entrance coming next year, what could happen to Thunder Canyon? It would be the only ride in the back of the park once excalibur is put to rest. Could Thunder Canyon become a ride at the waterpark? I wouldn't rule out Thunder Canyon's removal also. I would think that they would keep it since they're adding to the water park, since they're adding on too the water park that would make sense . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coastergirl91 Posted July 14, 2017 Share Posted July 14, 2017 I love Excalibur, Its pretty sad they're removing it. My favorite in the park. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RCjunkie Posted July 14, 2017 Share Posted July 14, 2017 Nobody knows if the new entrance is coming next year, it could be 2-3 years off or it could happen next year. We will have a better idea in the next 45 days after we hear what is or what is not announced. Interesting question though, I would hope they some how could include Thunder Canyon in with the water park because it is a solid water ride and would get more use if people already in the park could just get on in since they are already in swim wear. I would like to see them include it in with the water park yet also have another queue line to the dry part of the park also. But as you mentioned, you could also see them eventually getting rid of it for something else down the road. Still no work or demolition permits issued by the city of Shakopee for VF yet. Donomike05's report on the progress of the new employee lot and service road work now has me leaning towards a new back entrance and parking lot not happening next year but the year after. But that is just my opinion, hopefully I am wrong because anything can be accomplished in any time frame. It just depends on how much money you want to throw at it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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