SharkTums Posted August 12, 2014 Share Posted August 12, 2014 - Guests seem to get worse and worse each year that I go I've never seen guests so inconsiderate of others, and thinking that the rules don't apply to them before. This may have contributed to my earlier point, as I watched numerous folks on Gatekeeper seem to think that the ops weren't talking to them about putting hats in the bins, phones away, etc. Seriously, people... * I did notice more somewhat "poorly behaved" guests (IE: swearing in front of kids, rude, drunken behavior, etc) during our two visits this year, but thought it was simply a fluke. Chalk it up to people's sense of entitlement & general disrespect of other guests around them - you'll probably encounter that at just about any theme or amusement park these days. This is so sad but is the case EVERYWHERE. Even internationally now. The movie Idiocracy is truly coming to fruition and it sucks for those of us who are somewhat more evolved. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ImNotOneOfYou Posted August 12, 2014 Share Posted August 12, 2014 The Top Thrill Dragster webcam changed to focus on... out of all things... Mean Streak RMC confirmed! They're either planning to make it an RMC or an "electrical malfunction" will create another fire... more thorough this time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VF15 Posted August 12, 2014 Share Posted August 12, 2014 If they have started showing Mean Streak of all rides on their webcam, then I'm convinced that they are RMCing it. It would be a great way for CP to turn a piece of garbage into a masterpiece. Assuming that this happens, I hope that they are able to change the layout a bit to be more creative because based on the POV, Mean Streak looks like a mostly boring ride with very few airtime opportunities. If it happens, it would finally signal the beginning of Cedar Fair's adventure into the world of RMC. I'm making my first ever trip to CP next year, so this would be perfect timing. I could be wrong, but if does happen, I'll be very happy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonnyRCT3 Posted August 12, 2014 Share Posted August 12, 2014 It's just a webcam. One that is known to be moved frequently... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ImNotOneOfYou Posted August 12, 2014 Share Posted August 12, 2014 Assuming they would RMC Mean Streak, I hope they don't do anything Six Flags would do. In my opinion, all Six Flags RMC's except for New Texas Giant look overrated Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VF15 Posted August 12, 2014 Share Posted August 12, 2014 It's just a webcam. One that is known to be moved frequently... If that is so, then maybe I overreacted. Sorry. Although, it would still be great if it happened. Also, I think that Mean Streak is a good candidate to get renamed King James because it would bring the ride more popularity regardless of what happens to it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GCI Wooden Posted August 12, 2014 Share Posted August 12, 2014 I thought the whole King James thing was a joke. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MagnumFreak25 Posted August 12, 2014 Share Posted August 12, 2014 If they have started showing Mean Streak of all rides on their webcam, then I'm convinced that they are RMCing it. It would be a great way for CP to turn a piece of garbage into a masterpiece. Assuming that this happens, I hope that they are able to change the layout a bit to be more creative because based on the POV, Mean Streak looks like a mostly boring ride with very few airtime opportunities. If it happens, it would finally signal the beginning of Cedar Fair's adventure into the world of RMC. I'm making my first ever trip to CP next year, so this would be perfect timing. I could be wrong, but if does happen, I'll be very happy. If it did get Iron Horsed there will be plenty of opportunities for airtime. It's basically clone of Texas Giant which now has a ton of airtime now. I still doubt it will happen though Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XYZ Posted August 12, 2014 Share Posted August 12, 2014 If they have started showing Mean Streak of all rides on their webcam, then I'm convinced that they are RMCing it. Well, I guess it's going to be Iron Horse Mean Streak now just because the guy in charge of controlling the videocams focused it on Mean Streak. Seems legit... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJeXeL Posted August 12, 2014 Share Posted August 12, 2014 Looks like one of Maverick's trains stopped just before the drive tires.... Source Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mega_Coaster_77 Posted August 12, 2014 Share Posted August 12, 2014 Assuming they would RMC Mean Streak, I hope they don't do anything Six Flags would do. In my opinion, all Six Flags RMC's except for New Texas Giant look overrated Yeah, I think the inversions in the ride are just gimmicks. I would MUCH rather have an airtime hill than a zero g roll in an RMC hybrid, which is why NTAG is so good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canobie Coaster Posted August 12, 2014 Share Posted August 12, 2014 The inversions help the park make the ride more marketable. While enthusiasts may find it gimmicky, the park wants to maximize its return on investment and to the general public, inversion sounds better than air-time. Mean Streak's layout is fairly similar to the Texas Giant, so something along those lines may be likely though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loop-de-loop Posted August 12, 2014 Share Posted August 12, 2014 I think this webcam thing is being blown way out of proportion. Wouldn't Cedar Point close it down before now if they were going to reopen it for 2015? And RMC already has 2 big projects for next year. I'm not saying they can't do more, but I thought they could only do 2 projects until they get their new plant built. And I can't see them teasing a new attraction for 2016 in the summer of 2014 when they haven't even announced what they are building for 2015 yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coasterbill Posted August 12, 2014 Share Posted August 12, 2014 They move the webcams almost every day and they always try to focus on different rides. I don't think there's anything to this at all. Also, speaking of the webcam as sub-par as this coaster is it looks absolutely amazing. While I'd love for them to iron horse it it's a shame it wouldn't maintain the same look it has now because it's a beautiful coaster. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MagnumFreak25 Posted August 12, 2014 Share Posted August 12, 2014 I think this webcam thing is being blown way out of proportion. Wouldn't Cedar Point close it down before now if they were going to reopen it for 2015? And RMC already has 2 big projects for next year. I'm not saying they can't do more, but I thought they could only do 2 projects until they get their new plant built.And I can't see them teasing a new attraction for 2016 in the summer of 2014 when they haven't even announced what they are building for 2015 yet. I think they could get it open by may if they start by the end of the month. Cedar Fair is generally quicker at construction than SF is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SFOGdude25 Posted August 12, 2014 Share Posted August 12, 2014 You guys. I mean yeah we all want it to happen, but still. I should point out that when I was a kid visiting Cedar Point for the first time, I REALLY wanted to ride Mean Streak just because it LOOKED so amazing, because back then I loved being able to ride through such an immense wood structure. As a kid, I really enjoyed it. From the average park goer's perspective, I imagine the draw to Mean Streak is just the same. They see the giant wooden coaster and think "WOW. I gotta go on THAT!" The ride presents itself very well, and so putting the webcam on it is a fairly good idea IMO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VF15 Posted August 12, 2014 Share Posted August 12, 2014 Okay, I guess I did blow it out of proportion a bit. I just don't check their website often, and if they do switch the webcam often, then Mean Streak is probably staying as is. On another note, I think I'd be just as happy to see Mantis be converted to a floorless coaster because that would be another way to improve a reportedly bad ride. If that happens to Mantis, then I guess that might be coaster that gets renamed to King James. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beenagins87 Posted August 12, 2014 Share Posted August 12, 2014 You guys. I mean yeah we all want it to happen, but still.I should point out that when I was a kid visiting Cedar Point for the first time, I REALLY wanted to ride Mean Streak just because it LOOKED so amazing, because back then I loved being able to ride through such an immense wood structure. As a kid, I really enjoyed it. From the average park goer's perspective, I imagine the draw to Mean Streak is just the same. They see the giant wooden coaster and think "WOW. I gotta go on THAT!" The ride presents itself very well, and so putting the webcam on it is a fairly good idea IMO. As many bad things as I've heard about it, I do admit, I want to ride Mean Streak, just because it really does look like a beautiful wooden wonderland. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mossed Posted August 12, 2014 Share Posted August 12, 2014 It really is a beautiful coaster. A family actually called it a hidden gem during my first trip to the Point in 04'. They were wrong. Absolutely brutal ride, I wish they'd burn it down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beenagins87 Posted August 12, 2014 Share Posted August 12, 2014 It really is a beautiful coaster. A family actually called it a hidden gem during my first trip to the Point in 04'. They were wrong. Absolutely brutal ride, I wish they'd burn it down. It sort of reminds me of Ninja at SFOG.. The only reason I'm glad they haven't torn it down, is at night it looks absolutely stunning sitting over the water. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coasterfansince1999 Posted August 13, 2014 Share Posted August 13, 2014 Checked the live cam just now. Raptor seems to be stuck on the MCBR with riders inside. Interesting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoasterTycoon Posted August 13, 2014 Share Posted August 13, 2014 Checked the live cam just now. Raptor seems to be stuck on the MCBR with riders inside. Interesting. Just came on to post this too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJeXeL Posted August 13, 2014 Share Posted August 13, 2014 ^Watching right now. Looks like they are going to be EVACing the riders from the train. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coasterbill Posted August 13, 2014 Share Posted August 13, 2014 It won't be long before they change this camera angle... lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJeXeL Posted August 13, 2014 Share Posted August 13, 2014 (edited) ^LOL. EVAC should be fairly quick. I have EVAC'd riders off of Silver Bullet's "Main Brake" numerous times and it doesn't take that long because by that point, most of the Rides department supervisors and managers as well as maintenance personnel are on scene so the process goes pretty smoothly as long as all of the riders are calm and cooperative. Edited August 13, 2014 by DJeXeL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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