vacoaster09 0 Posted April 11, 2013 Share Posted April 11, 2013 ^And also the louder wheels. B&M Roar!!! Link to post Share on other sites
CpBluestreakCp 0 Posted April 11, 2013 Share Posted April 11, 2013 ^^Ah, my bad, had them backwards. Either way, can't wait to see it at full speed even if it's close to it now Link to post Share on other sites
GO MUFC!!! 0 Posted April 11, 2013 Share Posted April 11, 2013 I'll take this over an aquatrax. Link to post Share on other sites
boardwalkbullet91507 0 Posted April 11, 2013 Share Posted April 11, 2013 (edited) LINK REMOVED I Don't believe this video of Gatekeeper testing has been posted yet. I checked as far back as the first pictures. Looks nice! Lift is pretty fast too! My apologies, I still can't figure out how to embed, so I just posted the link. In time I shall learn. Edited April 12, 2013 by jedimaster1227 Link to post Share on other sites
OnPointTony 0 Posted April 12, 2013 Share Posted April 12, 2013 ^ That's actually our PointCast, chopped up and zoomed in to make it look different and to get rid of our watermark. We don't condone that sort of thing, but that's what that is. Link to post Share on other sites
jedimaster1227 21 Posted April 12, 2013 Share Posted April 12, 2013 ^With that said, we don't condone those kind of reposted videos either, so I've gone ahead and removed the link. In more positive news, Cedar Point has sent us a press release announcing their First Ride Auction for GateKeeper, benefiting the Cleveland Clinic Children's Hospital and United Way of Erie County. Cedar Point amusement park/resort is known for generating screams among thrill seekers, but it also generates tens of thousands of dollars for charities each year. For the 2013 season, the park is pleased to announce several exciting opportunities for guests to help a great cause while having their best day ever! FIRST RIDE AUCTION The addition of a new wing roller coaster, GateKeeper, gives Cedar Point a unique way to raise money for two outstanding organizations! The park is partnering with Cleveland Clinic Children’s Hospital and United Way of Erie County, each of which have 32 seats available to bidders. Those who place the top bids will secure their seats for the first official ride on GateKeeper on Cedar Point’s Opening Day, May 11. In exchange for their donations, the top 32 winning bidders will also receive complimentary admission and early entry to Cedar Point, breakfast and special souvenirs, including a T-shirt, medallion and on-ride photo. This is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to take flight on GateKeeper, Cedar Point’s 16th roller coaster, while helping local residents and children. Bidding starts today, April 10, 2013, and will be open until 9 p.m. Monday, May 6, 2013. To place a bid for Cleveland Clinic Children’s Hospital, click here: http://www.cedarpoint.com/carouselsforkids. To place a bid for United Way, click here: http://www.uwerieco.org CAROUSELS FOR KIDS As part of an ongoing partnership, Cedar Point and Cleveland Clinic Children’s Hospital have announced plans for the first-ever Carousels for Kids fundraiser, a program designed to help the hospital’s patients experience childhood joy again. There are several ways to get involved: Beginning in May, participants can purchase raffle tickets for the chance to win a brand new car from Tim Lally Chevrolet. The car will be displayed inside the park. Tickets are just $5, and proceeds help researchers achieve breakthroughs in pediatric diseases and treatments. Throughout the month of July, Cedar Point’s guests can show their support just by taking a spin on any of Cedar Point’s three carousels! The park will donate 10 cents for every rider on the Midway Carousel, Kiddy Kingdom Carousel and Cedar Downs Racing Derby on the Main Midway. “Our ultimate goal is to return kids to fun, and Cedar Point is the ideal partner because fun is their foundation,” said Giovanni Piedimonte, M.D., chairman of the Cleveland Clinic Pediatric Institute and Children’s Hospital. “This campaign allows every single person the chance to help our patients and have fun in the process.” Cedar Point’s vice president and general manager John Hildebrandt said the park is proud to be part of the first ride auctions and Carousels for Kids as part of an ongoing initiative to give back to the community in a multitude of ways. “The teams here at Cedar Point, the Cleveland Clinic Children’s Hospital and United Way of Erie County share many of the same values and are family-focused, so it just made perfect sense for our three organizations to come together to help those who need it the most,” he said. Learn more about Cleveland Clinic Children’s Hospital, its patients and initiatives by visiting www.cedarpoint.com/carouselsforkids. Cedar Point will open for its 144th season on May 11, 2013, with its new wing roller coaster, GateKeeper. Link to post Share on other sites
Coaster Curt 0 Posted April 12, 2013 Share Posted April 12, 2013 Booked the hotels today for a day at Kings Island and 2 days at Cedar Point, first week CP is open, I can hardly wait. Friday May 17th, Fast Lane Plus all day long Link to post Share on other sites
mitchellpaul 0 Posted April 12, 2013 Share Posted April 12, 2013 Going opening week for the first time ever! Will be there for three days starting on May 15th. Can't freaking wait to get in on all of this awesomness!!! Link to post Share on other sites
jray21 0 Posted April 12, 2013 Share Posted April 12, 2013 Looks like it will be a fun ride! Thanks for the update video! Link to post Share on other sites
Coaster Curt 0 Posted April 12, 2013 Share Posted April 12, 2013 Going opening week for the first time ever! Will be there for three days starting on May 15th. Can't freaking wait to get in on all of this awesomness!!! You going with a group or by yourself? We have three in our group and are kind of looking for a 4th to round things out, plus a 4th to get the Fast Lane Plus down another 5 bucks. Link to post Share on other sites
johnnyknottsville 0 Posted April 12, 2013 Share Posted April 12, 2013 ^When will you guys be there I'll be there opening Weekend from May 10 to May 12, I will Travel alone since none of my dead beat friends/Family can make it that weekend. It would be cool to meet up with some cool peeps and to also bring the price of Fastlane down. Link to post Share on other sites
Coaster Curt 0 Posted April 12, 2013 Share Posted April 12, 2013 ^ We are going to be there that Thursday and Friday so the 16th and 17th. Link to post Share on other sites
boardwalkbullet91507 0 Posted April 13, 2013 Share Posted April 13, 2013 ^ That's actually our PointCast, chopped up and zoomed in to make it look different and to get rid of our watermark. We don't condone that sort of thing, but that's what that is. Oh well this is embarrassing. My apologies! Had no idea! Glad to see the monies raised going towards a good cause! Link to post Share on other sites
garbanian 0 Posted April 13, 2013 Share Posted April 13, 2013 ^When will you guys be there I'll be there opening Weekend from May 10 to May 12, I will Travel alone since none of my dead beat friends/Family can make it that weekend. It would be cool to meet up with some cool peeps and to also bring the price of Fastlane down. Hey Johnny, I'll be going the 11th, 12th and 13th, I live about 30 minutes from the park and have a small group of people going. We're not really going to fast passes, but I will be with a friend on the 13th! Let me know if you feel like joining in!!! Cheers, Garb Link to post Share on other sites
coasterkyle 0 Posted April 13, 2013 Share Posted April 13, 2013 From CP's twitter Those of you who guessed, "the new LED sign up front" are the winners! It's now being installed. pic.twitter.com/1ygUoVpPg9 Link to post Share on other sites
SFOGdude25 0 Posted April 13, 2013 Share Posted April 13, 2013 Now THAT'S an entrance to a coaster park! Link to post Share on other sites
TyRush 0 Posted April 13, 2013 Share Posted April 13, 2013 Too bad i wont be using the front entrance since im staying at the Sandcastle! Still looks fantastic Link to post Share on other sites
RCT3Bross 2 Posted April 13, 2013 Share Posted April 13, 2013 Looks like a great entrance to a park. Surely unique this way and a great sight. Can't wait for the Onrides and Offrides of this ride. Link to post Share on other sites
coasterlover420 0 Posted April 13, 2013 Share Posted April 13, 2013 Too bad i wont be using the front entrance since im staying at the Sandcastle! Still looks fantastic I'd leave and go back in just to go under it Link to post Share on other sites
TyRush 0 Posted April 13, 2013 Share Posted April 13, 2013 Too bad i wont be using the front entrance since im staying at the Sandcastle! Still looks fantastic I'd leave and go back in just to go under it I should! It looks so awesome Link to post Share on other sites
FaithPlus1 0 Posted April 13, 2013 Share Posted April 13, 2013 All I can say is WOW! Who knew that the removal of two rides and addition of one would drastically change the look of CP. I cant wait to see it in person:) Thank goodness CP doesn't simply add one trick ponies to keep a coaster record. Link to post Share on other sites
TyRush 0 Posted April 13, 2013 Share Posted April 13, 2013 Thank goodness CP doesn't simply add one trick ponies to keep a coaster record. That medal goes to SFMM Link to post Share on other sites
sursumd 0 Posted April 14, 2013 Share Posted April 14, 2013 Thank goodness CP doesn't simply add one trick ponies to keep a coaster record. Its kind of hard to keep a record you DON'T have. Link to post Share on other sites
necoastergp 0 Posted April 14, 2013 Share Posted April 14, 2013 That entrance pic looks great, stayed at Breakers last summer so I really never got closer to the front entrance than Raptor. Next time I'll definitely take a walk up there even staying at Breakers. Link to post Share on other sites
Vonni 0 Posted April 14, 2013 Share Posted April 14, 2013 Now THAT'S an entrance to a coaster park! Right! I cant wait to see it in person! Link to post Share on other sites
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