dr.gumbo Posted September 24, 2008 Share Posted September 24, 2008 Looks like a Zamperla Volare on steroids. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swimace Posted September 24, 2008 Share Posted September 24, 2008 ^^It's at Suzhou Giant Wheel Park in China. Â Does anybody else think this thing might be a capacity nightmare? Only eight people can be on the ride at one time! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PKI Jizzman Posted September 24, 2008 Share Posted September 24, 2008 ^^It's at Suzhou Giant Wheel Park in China. Does anybody else think this thing might be a capacity nightmare? Only eight people can be on the ride at one time!  That's just one big problem I see.  How about how fast it's going to drop down from the half loop into the brakes? Ouch! Talk about a headrush and having your shoulders slammed into the restraints.  -JZ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kamikazewatermelon Posted September 24, 2008 Share Posted September 24, 2008 ^ There's probably a set of trim brakes at the top of the half loop. Â Anyway, I'm glad to see this actually built. I just hope that this concept won't only end up with only one coaster like the Tilt Coaster did. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loefet Posted September 24, 2008 Share Posted September 24, 2008 ^ I'm pretty sure that the whole half loop into the station area is braked, so there won't be any high speed you will experience. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thecoasterkid Posted September 24, 2008 Share Posted September 24, 2008 I'd be looking forward to trying this almost as much as I look forward to my next ride on a Volare. Â I'll take a pass on both opportunities thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scaparri Posted September 24, 2008 Share Posted September 24, 2008 I'm pretty sure they will probably have it roll on through the station and up the lift hill, only to be reversed, similar to all the boomerangs and the Maurer Sohne Skyloops. I could be wrong, though. Â I honestly prefer Vekoma Flyers to B&Ms, outside of Tatsu, so these Sting Rays look pretty freaking cool, but yeah, it seems pretty obvious that the capacity is going to suck. But on the other hand, is there anybody out there who wouldn't prefer to see these compact flyers pop up at small parks instead of Zamperla flyers? Â EDIT: I guess so, on that last bit! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeemerBoy Posted September 24, 2008 Share Posted September 24, 2008 But on the other hand, is there anybody out there who wouldn't prefer to see these compact flyers pop up at small parks instead of Zamperla flyers? Actually, if Steel Hawg is as smooth, and rideable as some people have reported, then I'd rather see those compact models than these new Vekoma flyers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scaparri Posted September 24, 2008 Share Posted September 24, 2008 ^Touche, my friend. Â Steel Hawg owns just about all extremely compact coasters. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PKI Jizzman Posted September 24, 2008 Share Posted September 24, 2008 I'm pretty sure they will probably have it roll on through the station and up the lift hill, only to be reversed, similar to all the boomerangs and the Maurer Sohne Skyloops. I could be wrong, though. I honestly prefer Vekoma Flyers to B&Ms, outside of Tatsu, so these Sting Rays look pretty freaking cool, but yeah, it seems pretty obvious that the capacity is going to suck. But on the other hand, is there anybody out there who wouldn't prefer to see these compact flyers pop up at small parks instead of Zamperla flyers?  EDIT: I guess so, on that last bit!  Very true! I hadn't thought of that before. Hm, still sounds iffy. I'd like to try it out.  -J 'Love that Firehawk...but not how it operates...' Z Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matteocrepaldi Posted September 24, 2008 Share Posted September 24, 2008 There's another thread about this coaster; here it is: http://www.themeparkreview.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=40588&highlight=vekoma  The color in the artwork are different but it's the same one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jcoaster Posted September 24, 2008 Share Posted September 24, 2008 It looks like it is going to be a capacity nightmare. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coolhandluke Posted September 24, 2008 Share Posted September 24, 2008 I would imagine it would roll through the station and come back at the end as well. 1.) Vekoma's done it before, 2.) That brake run would KILL if stopped the train, and 3.) a slow descent down that half loop would be one of the most uncomfortable experience on a coaster, being held upside down for a prolonged period of time as your lowered down. Hell, I know plenty of people who hate The Crypt because of that reason, even after the renovation and program change this year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuddyChrist Posted September 24, 2008 Share Posted September 24, 2008 Not gonna lie, but that thing looks evil...pure evil Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFrombaugh Posted September 24, 2008 Share Posted September 24, 2008 I'm not really digging that layout too much. It looks hella painful, and only a step above the Volares. Â I'd put money down I enjoy Firehawk more than this... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jcoaster Posted September 25, 2008 Share Posted September 25, 2008 Not gonna lie, but that thing looks evil...pure evil  That was the first thought that came to my mind too. This ride looks down right devious. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hobbyenbobby Posted September 25, 2008 Share Posted September 25, 2008 I think this is going to be a heel of a ride. The horshoe element is one of the coolest elements on a flyer and I think lots of people prefer the Vekoma flyer to the B&M one. Then the outside loop has never been done before which is pretty awesome. If you look real close there is a brakefin in the last turn before the station so the train will start braking from the top one down. Â I have been told that this ride could work with two trains of 12 passengers and that the chinese could not affort more vehicles. This is finally a good and compact flyer affordable for more parks and better than the rough waffel iron from zamperla. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kissorkill2night Posted September 27, 2008 Share Posted September 27, 2008 Looks like a really really short ride. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trevor Posted November 14, 2008 Share Posted November 14, 2008 Does anybody knows something new about the coaster? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SharkTums Posted November 14, 2008 Share Posted November 14, 2008 From what I understand (and this has proved quite difficult!) the coaster is done. They are still installing other rides in the area. The giant Ferris Wheel (centerpiece of the park) is supposed to open in early 09. The rest of the park is supposed to open around May 09, but I've heard it may open as late as 2010!?!? Â If anyone knows more please feel free to post! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Starr Posted November 14, 2008 Share Posted November 14, 2008 ^ Cause I would love to go to a park and ride the Ferris wheel?! Â What's up with that? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jew Posted November 14, 2008 Share Posted November 14, 2008 ^Ferris wheels are everywhere in Asia. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the ghost Posted December 4, 2008 Share Posted December 4, 2008 I know its been nearly a month since someone last posted,but check this clip out. It is off ride animation and it appears that there are no breaks before the half pretzel loop into the station. OUCH  about 2.5 minutes in   Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vacoaster Posted February 23, 2009 Share Posted February 23, 2009 I am just inquiring to see if anyone has come across any new updates, photos, or videos of the new vekoma Sting ray model that was being installed. I haven't seen or heard anything recent regarding the ride. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stricklandCC Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 ^ It seems as though there is some sort of braking apparatus beginning just before the final dive. photo courtesy of RCDB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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