Gnome Posted May 8, 2015 Share Posted May 8, 2015 I rode it 20 times this morning and it is definitely better than Mantis. It's so much faster now and very forceful now. The transitions in some seats can really whip you around and if you aren't careful with bracing yourself your head can get tossed around a little bit. It reminds me of a B&M Maverick in terms of transitions. However, it is a smooth ride in terms of the B&M rattle. I rode in every row and it seems like more towards the front or more towards the back is the smoothest on the inside seats. The middle rows have a little bit of a rattle but not too bad. It also seems as if the train has less people in it, it is a little rougher. It still isn't a rough ride, but after 20 rides, my neck is quite sore. My favorite row is the front, but the back row is amazing as well if you're looking for a more intense experience. The key take away here is that you rode it 20 times. From most people, I've heard once was enough on Mantis. I never got a chance to ride Mantis, but I'm making my first trip to the point this summer and I'm very anxious to get on the new and improved Rougarou. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IntaminLove Posted May 8, 2015 Share Posted May 8, 2015 It reminds me of a B&M Maverick in terms of transitions. That's a bold statement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Generational Posted May 8, 2015 Share Posted May 8, 2015 I rode it 20 times this morning and it is definitely better than Mantis. It's so much faster now and very forceful now. The transitions in some seats can really whip you around and if you aren't careful with bracing yourself your head can get tossed around a little bit. It reminds me of a B&M Maverick in terms of transitions. However, it is a smooth ride in terms of the B&M rattle. I rode in every row and it seems like more towards the front or more towards the back is the smoothest on the inside seats. The middle rows have a little bit of a rattle but not too bad. It also seems as if the train has less people in it, it is a little rougher. It still isn't a rough ride, but after 20 rides, my neck is quite sore. My favorite row is the front, but the back row is amazing as well if you're looking for a more intense experience. The key take away here is that you rode it 20 times. From most people, I've heard once was enough on Mantis. I never got a chance to ride Mantis, but I'm making my first trip to the point this summer and I'm very anxious to get on the new and improved Rougarou. Oh my god, absolutely agree with this. I rode Mantis once and only once. I couldn't stand it, no pun intended. 20 times on any coaster means something. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coastin Eric Posted May 9, 2015 Share Posted May 9, 2015 Rougarou looks awesome! I can't wait to ride it. I'm going with a bunch of friends this wednesday, do you guys think that it'll be busy at all? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adeuce02 Posted May 9, 2015 Share Posted May 9, 2015 Is it still one of the loudest coaster's in the park? Goodness did that thing roar when it was Mantis Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coasterbill Posted May 9, 2015 Share Posted May 9, 2015 do you guys think that it'll be busy at all? Thanks! Nope. It should be pretty slow since schools aren't out yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thrillrider Posted May 9, 2015 Share Posted May 9, 2015 In the park now. Lot's of rides are not running, and a LOT of the park stores and she's are not even open. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SFOGdude25 Posted May 9, 2015 Share Posted May 9, 2015 Happy opening day!! The webcam this morning is on Rougarou! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oriolat Posted May 9, 2015 Share Posted May 9, 2015 ^I have been watching Rougarou run and it looks like it hauls some serious ass. The only downside is that the crew seems to have some problems dispatching trains, since they are constantly double-stacking them. Hopefully they'll pick up some speed as they get used to the trains/crowds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cfc Posted May 9, 2015 Share Posted May 9, 2015 Mantis's layout was good, but those stand-up trains were were uncomfortable. Making it more like Dominator works for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firewalk13 Posted May 9, 2015 Share Posted May 9, 2015 Rougarou was a blast! A little head banging, but that was tolerable. The inverted loop and twisty bits felt pretty intense. Good stuff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mossed Posted May 9, 2015 Share Posted May 9, 2015 Rougarou was a blast! A little head banging, but that was tolerable. The inverted loop and twisty bits felt pretty intense. Good stuff. How was the line? I'd also like to know where you compare it compared to the other coasters at the Point, but it might be a bit early for that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firewalk13 Posted May 9, 2015 Share Posted May 9, 2015 Line was at 1hr 15mins, bout 20 mins for fast lane plus. 3 trains and they were stacking. I think it's a great complement to the other coasters, fast and twisty, and relatively smooth. It's not really like many others though the twists are more on the page of Maverick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coasterbill Posted May 9, 2015 Share Posted May 9, 2015 Any news on Wicked Twister, sounds like the train was in pieces and a section of track was removed last night? Does it look like any work is being done in the area? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoinItForTheFame Posted May 9, 2015 Share Posted May 9, 2015 Rougarou looks great. Glad to hear it is a great improvement. I can't wait to get out to Cedar Point this summer and try it out! I enjoyed the layout of Mantis, so I know I will enjoy Rougarou. Thankfully I won't come off the ride anymore feeling like I will never be able to reproduce. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geauga Dog Posted May 9, 2015 Share Posted May 9, 2015 Glad to hear that Rougarou turned out well. Mantis was a once a year ride for me and it's great that CP recycled it into something better. They have been advertising the ride around here as Cedar Point's first floorless coaster, as if Raptor, Gatekeeper, and Wicked Twister don't mean anything and making it sound like a second one is coming in the future - hmm Valravn? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firewalk13 Posted May 9, 2015 Share Posted May 9, 2015 Haven't made my way to the wicked twister midway yet, other observations were Gemini only running the red side, mean streak and Maverick still testing as of a bit ago. Rougabrew is ok, not bad, just blandish, kind of like Amstel Light. I'll stick to the larger beers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jacklw6499 Posted May 9, 2015 Share Posted May 9, 2015 Has anyone been on Maverick with the new restraints? If so, how was it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ride On_17 Posted May 9, 2015 Share Posted May 9, 2015 The off-season is finally over! This year I decided to create a blog specifically for my trip reports, so check out my first one of the year about Cedar Point's Passholder Preview Night and my thoughts on Rougarou! https://handsuprideon.wordpress.com/2015/05/09/rougalicious-preview-night/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thrillrider Posted May 9, 2015 Share Posted May 9, 2015 With the exception to millennium force, all intiman rides are not working right now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coasternut Posted May 9, 2015 Share Posted May 9, 2015 ^ Big surprise there... Opening day leaves a lot to be desired ride-wise... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thrillrider Posted May 9, 2015 Share Posted May 9, 2015 Funny thing is, if this was a six flags park people would be jumping all over them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texascoaster89 Posted May 9, 2015 Share Posted May 9, 2015 I wonder what happened to cause the epidemic in ride problems today? I'm flying in from Texas to go next Friday and Saturday. I'm sure they'll get the kinks worked out during the week, just hope everything is ready to go next weekend! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FeelTheFORCE Posted May 9, 2015 Share Posted May 9, 2015 I wonder what happened to cause the epidemic in ride problems today? I'm flying in from Texas to go next Friday and Saturday. I'm sure they'll get the kinks worked out during the week, just hope everything is ready to go next weekend! Nothing more than opening day bugs I'm sure. It happens every year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coasternut Posted May 9, 2015 Share Posted May 9, 2015 Funny thing is, if this was a six flags park people would be jumping all over them. Good point my friend... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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