DougMJr Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 ^I believe they dampened the noise with sand, so it will not be that loud. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coaster Curt Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 ^ It has been mentioned that there was no sand added to therefore it will have the B&M roar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coasterlover420 Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 ^^Recall this video @1:20 [youtu_be] [/youtu_be] Compare to Talon which is filled [youtu_be] [/youtu_be] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harper83087 Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 I have a question for those of you that have knowledge about the on-site lodging's policies. Some family and I are going to be at CP and will be staying at the breakers in a few weeks. The thought just crossed my mind about the discounted tickets and early entry. If check in isn't until 11am will we still get the tickets and early entry for our check in day? My brother is booking the room later this week but I wasn't sure how their policies worked. Thanks in advance Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhantomNick Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 ^ Yep, you can get your tickets as soon as you arrive, even if the official check-in isn't until later. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thepoint4life23 Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 Supposedly at this time, there are around 1,000 enthusiasts on the 'list' for media day. With the capacity of the ride though, lines should be relatively short... But I would assume 15-20 minute wait times or so depending on what they do with setting up camera/media/dispatch of the trains, etc... Also depends on when everybody decides to show up. Hoping it will be a little less busy, though! Better than opening weekend though, that is for sure. Where did you get this number of 1000 from? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
necoastergp Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 ^ The Dippin' Dots Guy of course. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thrillrider Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 Kinda odd that they only have 2 coke freestyle locations, and they are so close together. I hope that they think about putting a freestyle machine near the back of the park. The current locations of the machines are in the midway market, and the former transport refreshments at gatekeepers exit. The grape HI-C is the best. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cfc Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 ^ The Dippin' Dots Guy of course. Is there nothing he does not know? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zcev5454 Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 ^ The Dippin' Dots Guy of course. Is there nothing he does not know? How to properly scoop Dippin' Dots! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vonni Posted May 3, 2013 Share Posted May 3, 2013 Gatekeeper has certainly brought life to this area of the park. I cant wait to see it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThePasswordIsPie Posted May 3, 2013 Share Posted May 3, 2013 ^I believe they dampened the noise with sand, so it will not be that loud. I meant the people screaming Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vonni Posted May 3, 2013 Share Posted May 3, 2013 I love how loud B&M coasters are! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
larrygator Posted May 3, 2013 Share Posted May 3, 2013 Supposedly at this time, there are around 1,000 enthusiasts on the 'list' for media day. With the capacity of the ride though, lines should be relatively short... But I would assume 15-20 minute wait times or so depending on what they do with setting up camera/media/dispatch of the trains, etc... Also depends on when everybody decides to show up. Hoping it will be a little less busy, though! Better than opening weekend though, that is for sure. Where did you get this number of 1000 from? And where did he get a rider per hour estimate of 3,000 - 4,000? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randomman295 Posted May 3, 2013 Share Posted May 3, 2013 Supposedly at this time, there are around 1,000 enthusiasts on the 'list' for media day. With the capacity of the ride though, lines should be relatively short... But I would assume 15-20 minute wait times or so depending on what they do with setting up camera/media/dispatch of the trains, etc... Also depends on when everybody decides to show up. Hoping it will be a little less busy, though! Better than opening weekend though, that is for sure. The enthusiast count sounds about right, but the lines are most definitely not. Try somewhere around 50-70 minute lines, keeping in mind not only the camera setups, but also the inexperienced ride ops. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coasterlover420 Posted May 3, 2013 Share Posted May 3, 2013 ^I can assure you they have put their most experienced ride ops at the ride. I know most of them personally and most of them have worked at Raptor or Magnum. They know how to move fast. Cedar Point, unlike certain other parks, prides itself on operations. You will not be disappointed. Expect an average of around 1100-1200 riders per hour. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
palmerleeberry Posted May 3, 2013 Share Posted May 3, 2013 If the GATEKEEPER is going that fast, then all I can say is to make sure all your lost articles are kept in a zipped-up pocket lest you to want to make a contribution to the groundkeeper's fund. I'm not perfect; I just love to ride!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robbalvey Posted May 3, 2013 Author Share Posted May 3, 2013 ^I can assure you they have put their most experienced ride ops at the ride. I know most of them personally and most of them have worked at Raptor or Magnum. They know how to move fast. Cedar Point, unlike certain other parks, prides itself on operations. You will not be disappointed. Expect an average of around 1100-1200 riders per hour. This is exactly what I was thinking as well. Another thing you have to keep in mind if you are going to the media day, is that these events are for the MEDIA! While the enthusiasts are there to help "fill trains" you can probably expect that the park will have anywhere between 4 to 8 members of the media riding on just about every train, and those people will get priority over the enthusiast guests. There will also be camera rigs, so it's quite possible that some seats, like the front of the train, won't be available at all, or at least for a good majority of the day. So I would go in and expect to ride, probably a few times, but you'll also need PATIENCE as you might end up waiting longer due to camera set ups, media that needs to wait for a specific time and/or shot, etc... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
23savannah Posted May 3, 2013 Share Posted May 3, 2013 Who's excited for the official POV of Gatekeeper on Monday? I can't wait! But I bet it'll make the ride even more scary for me... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bgroodog Posted May 4, 2013 Share Posted May 4, 2013 Looks like we are getting a preview of the lighting for the ride tonight! Looking good! Webcam Snapshot Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coasterfreak101 Posted May 4, 2013 Share Posted May 4, 2013 Loving the blue on the towers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
christianscoasters Posted May 4, 2013 Share Posted May 4, 2013 ^They change colors Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TyRush Posted May 4, 2013 Share Posted May 4, 2013 Very cool. I love when coasters are lit up at night! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LJGoBlue Posted May 4, 2013 Share Posted May 4, 2013 Gatekeeper looks fantastic! I'm disappointed that I won't be able to make it home from college for opening day to snag a ride on this beauty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MillenniumCP Posted May 4, 2013 Share Posted May 4, 2013 ^I can assure you they have put their most experienced ride ops at the ride. I know most of them personally and most of them have worked at Raptor or Magnum. They know how to move fast. Cedar Point, unlike certain other parks, prides itself on operations. You will not be disappointed. Expect an average of around 1100-1200 riders per hour. Exactly why I love Cedar Point. Also, It's fun going to Louie's after and partying with them too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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