Cedar Point (CP) Discussion Thread

[traincrossin]

For you handrail enthusiasts.

 

#GateKeeper queue line is almost finished! #worththewait pic.twitter.com/rcYCiCc6EG

[Tmcdllr]

Is that actual Speed Rail brand railing?

[TyRush]

And that will be all filled up!

[coasterbill]

Is that an additional set of switchbacks on the top left part of the picture?

 

Thank god for Fastlane plus!

[coasterjohnh]

Why do you think they used black top there?

[cmullin]

Wow that is a really long queue line. It is amazing to think it will be all filled up! Thank god I bought Fast Lane+ for when I go!

[azza29]

^^Platinum Pass early entry will definitely be useful as well!

[3Mutts]

Why do you think they used black top there?

 

It isn't, its stamped concrete, it just looks like that because its covered in sand and its wet.

[Zcev5454]

Why do you think they used black top there?

 

It isn't, its stamped concrete, it just looks like that because its covered in sand and its wet.

The area in the upper left by the support?

[Ccron10]

The walls look like they need something, as they look dull and bland. I could picture some Gatekeeper wings or clouds on them. Then again it might just be that the landscaping is missing.

[Commando]

I'd wish they would make the queue more interesting than that. At least give us some change in scenery and maybe snake it around the ride and onto the beach? CPs massive blocks of switchbacks make their lines horribly boring.

[3Mutts]

Why do you think they used black top there?

 

It isn't, its stamped concrete, it just looks like that because its covered in sand and its wet.

The area in the upper left by the support?

 

That's probably wet sand mixed with mud or an old maintenance road for Disaster Transport.

[linearinduction]

Is that actual Speed Rail brand railing?

I believe Cedar Point still fabricates their own aluminum queue rails.

[DougMJr]

Kept an eye on the cams today, they kept stopping Gatekeeper at the MCBR for minutes at a time. Presumably on purpose for testing, but who knows. Also saw a few other rides testing, at least Mantis.

[23savannah]

Here is a quick question: is early June - like the first two weeks - a good day to go to CP? Will most of the rides be walk-on or short waiting time? Considering there is a new coaster, it might be a little more crowded then usual. I'm planning on going Tuesday the 11th. The school around the Sandusky area gets out around June 5th, so I won't have to worry about school trips there.

 

Also, my family is staying at Sandcastle Suites; how long is the walk to CP from that hotel?

[_IntaMAN_]

Cedar Point just confirmed on Twitter a POV of Gatekeeper is to go up on May 6th.

[Carnage]

^^ The walk from Sandcastle to the park is maybe 10 minutes or so. All you really have to do is cross the Gemini parking lot.

[triggernel]

Here is a quick question: is early June - like the first two weeks - a good day to go to CP? Will most of the rides be walk-on or short waiting time? Considering there is a new coaster, it might be a little more crowded then usual. I'm planning on going Tuesday the 11th. The school around the Sandusky area gets out around June 5th, so I won't have to worry about school trips there.

 

Also, my family is staying at Sandcastle Suites; how long is the walk to CP from that hotel?

 

Went last year, Wed and Thurs, the second week of June. Crowds were manageable, still bought Fast Lane both days. Queues broke down about as follows:

 

TTD: Regular-45-60, FL-10

MF: Regular-60-90, FL-5

Maverick: 45-75, FL-15

Raptor: 30-90 (Vist later in the day, the ride gets flooded for the first three hours of the day), FL-5

Magnum: 30-45, FL-5

 

If you get Fast Lane, there's really no point in going for early entry. You'll have to wait in the regular lines, so sleep in an extra hour.

[MillenniumCP]

This thread was way to far down on the list. Had to bring it to life.

 

Media day in 8 days!

 

Ride On!

[bonsaiisuperstar]

Stoked for media day!

[MillenniumCP]

I remember being at CP during the last weekend of HalloWeekends peaking over the fence onto the site and listening to the GP speculate about what they think the ride will do which was very amusing. I watched the entire anouncement day and the controversial "backwards" video that gets the GP everytime. Now, to be able to go to Media Day, ride practically all day long with little to no wait is quite awesome. Can't forget the available breakfast and lunch for the days energy.

 

For all crazy coaster riders, I urge all to attend for a fantastic time and to feel special for a day!

[Midgetman82]

Hoping it's gonna be good considering when I can arrive (and when I might leave). Other than that, I'm giddy with excitement!

[Philrad71]

^^ The walk from Sandcastle to the park is maybe 10 minutes or so. All you really have to do is cross the Gemini parking lot.

 

 

Don't also forget about walking through Camper Village and part of Soak City! It's a pretty decent hoof from Sandcastle, especially on that last long walk back there at the end of the day.

[rcjp]

Just found this video. It may be a bit far away but if you watch it in full screen you can tell that the trains are already running a bit faster than in the first runs, maybe they have already fitted the hard wheels. I can't wait to see a train full of riders!

[DougMJr]

^Now that's more like it. It is defiantly running faster than previous videos!