bert425 Posted July 12, 2019 Share Posted July 12, 2019 really good pics, not sure why you're apologizing - they are just fine for iPhone pics. thanks for sharing, and good to read that it's so re-ride-able. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canobie Coaster Posted July 12, 2019 Share Posted July 12, 2019 Great report! Sounds like a winner for Kennywood Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samuel Posted July 12, 2019 Share Posted July 12, 2019 Awesome! I hope to ride it soon. I'm glad to hear that it's not too nauseating -- aside from older B&M inverts that I still enjoy, I generally don't look forward to inversions these days. It's nice to see the area looking decorated so quickly -- it was still a lot of mud and construction not too long ago. And checking out some media day coverage, it's an awesome touch to have Tunch and Wolf (Steelers alum & broadcast team Tunch Ilkin and Craig Wolfley) on the speakers in the station! Love it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jconsolmagno Posted July 12, 2019 Share Posted July 12, 2019 @Hayzle - I rode it closer to 1230. By that time, Renegade was audible, they were turning it up slowly as the day went on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Condor Posted July 12, 2019 Share Posted July 12, 2019 Great photos! I didn't know what to make of this coaster when it was announced but it looks like a must-ride now that we've seen it in action. That it takes the inversions fast appeals to me too. Way to go S&S. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimmyBo Posted July 12, 2019 Share Posted July 12, 2019 Looks like an awesome coaster. I have never made it to Kennywood but if I ever find myself in that part of the country, i will definitely be checking this park out. Even though I'm not a Steelers fan, that will not stop me from riding this awesome looking ride. I think people that say "I'm not going to ride it because I hate the Steelers" really need to grow up. And if you hate them that much, then maybe you shouldn't belong in that city in the first place. I'm curious, how are the trains restraints? Are they comfortable? These look like new S&S trains and restraints so I'm wondering how comfortable they are. Jimmy "Go Chargers!" Bo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KPfan Posted July 12, 2019 Share Posted July 12, 2019 The restraints are fine. They don't lock against your shins like the RMC style. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hayzle Posted July 12, 2019 Share Posted July 12, 2019 The restraints are fine. They don't lock against your shins like the RMC style. To go further on this, the restraints are amazing if you aren't stapled (which I was on my 2nd ride) and good to great if you are. One of the more comfortable train/restraint set ups I have ever been on! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ytterbiumanalyst Posted July 12, 2019 Share Posted July 12, 2019 That's a really fun event. Kennywood has done the whole campaign around this new ride perfectly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jconsolmagno Posted July 13, 2019 Share Posted July 13, 2019 I rode this 5 times today... don't worry about the restraints, you will be happy. the ride ops didn't pin me down at all... they typically do not at Kennywood. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
partycat Posted July 13, 2019 Share Posted July 13, 2019 (edited) Cassy and Travis’s Steel Curtain Media Day TR!! Today we went to the media event for Steel Curtain! Here’s some pictures from our day: Terrible towels for everyone! Took a few different angles of the entrance sign Love the entrance to the new area! The sign is really cool! New gift shop full of Steelers themed merch! Love this new area, the coaster wraps the walkway nicely! The trains were very cool! Really well themed View from the back of the walkway I love how well framed the lift hill looks Look at that lift hill! The sign is really nice! My favorite spot to take pictures of the riders, I really like seeing the reactions Yay! Confetti!! There was also a band and fireworks! Steelers first ride Getting ready for the dedication ceremony! Up.... ...and down We had a great time!! This is a great new addition to the park and the whole area is really well themed! Reflection shots! The news all did interviews to see what the players thought of the new ride, they loved it! Edited July 13, 2019 by robbalvey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bert425 Posted July 13, 2019 Share Posted July 13, 2019 great pics, thanks for sharing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superbatboy Posted July 13, 2019 Share Posted July 13, 2019 The ride is striking to look at in pics and videos, I imagine its 10 fold in person. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anonymouscactus Posted July 13, 2019 Share Posted July 13, 2019 Looks great! How are the restraints for larger folk. Any comparisons to any other rides? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
willh51 Posted July 13, 2019 Share Posted July 13, 2019 This looks amazing. And some of the more recent footage makes the pacing look CRAZY. Big year for S&S! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arthur_Seaton Posted July 13, 2019 Share Posted July 13, 2019 Thanks for the report! It really does seem like a bizarre ride in terms of concept and design. From the sounds of it, the ride experience itself is just as odd. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FeelTheFORCE Posted July 13, 2019 Share Posted July 13, 2019 Looks great! How are the restraints for larger folk. Any comparisons to any other rides? For what it's worth, some of the Steelers' current and former offensive and defensive linemen rode the ride! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
squirlywhirly Posted July 14, 2019 Share Posted July 14, 2019 SkyRocket testing today Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Highridin Posted July 14, 2019 Share Posted July 14, 2019 Happy to hear this, as I may be driving up there next Friday. Need the credit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FeelTheFORCE Posted July 14, 2019 Share Posted July 14, 2019 Kennywood just posted this on their Twitter. Great news! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
disownedpear Posted July 14, 2019 Share Posted July 14, 2019 This thing is so twisted I'm surprised to see that bit of straight track above the water. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KPfan Posted July 15, 2019 Share Posted July 15, 2019 I'd say they nailed the pacing. It's impressive to see how close the real ride is to the animation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arthur_Seaton Posted July 15, 2019 Share Posted July 15, 2019 ^ Aren't some of those initial animations done with a kind of souped-up version of No Limits? If so, it's impressive how accurate No Limits can be an industry tool of design beyond simply drafting ideas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canobie Coaster Posted July 15, 2019 Share Posted July 15, 2019 Kennywood just posted this on their Twitter. Great news! What a great weekend for Kennywood to get both their new for 2019 attraction open plus Sky Rocket after a year long closure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJLehto Posted July 15, 2019 Share Posted July 15, 2019 After saying I will just wait till 2020 Finally sees a POV of riders Contemplates booking a flight to KW this year Skyrocket is opening back too? Now definitely booking a flight lol Steel Curtain looks pretty nuts Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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