Hattuchili Posted November 28, 2005 Share Posted November 28, 2005 That really looks like a nice ride! One more credit on the UK Trip! --Sören Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inferno Insane Posted November 28, 2005 Share Posted November 28, 2005 Yay was ever wondering if this was going to get announced in the end and not get built. Glad it going ahead, A other coaster at good old oaky. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed Posted November 28, 2005 Share Posted November 28, 2005 Well finally... They've taken a few years over this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chiller1028 Posted November 29, 2005 Share Posted November 29, 2005 Wow I can't wait. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Real Posted November 29, 2005 Share Posted November 29, 2005 Anyone else think that the name of the ride will be "Speed" based on that URL? --Robb I would think it refers to the speed needed to run the videos but instead of just using the terms "high" and "low" by themselves, they use speed with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenshinmac Posted November 29, 2005 Share Posted November 29, 2005 Who cares what the name is... That looks like a blast... Man I wish I could go... Six Flags needs to put some of these babies in the smaller parks (cough Elitches). They would be a great custom ride and would be small enough to fit but with decent capacities. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benzo41190 Posted November 29, 2005 Share Posted November 29, 2005 I mean it is a custom layout, i havent looked at the video though, but isnt this alot like the Typhoon or the other 95 degree drop at Bon Bon Land? Is it the same type of coaster? or is it a whole differnt type of ride? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DonkeyBreath Posted November 29, 2005 Share Posted November 29, 2005 Wow it looks better then Tatsu lol the airtime hill looks sweet and the zero g turn thing looks awesome. We need some of these little bad boys in the US. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UberBeavis Posted November 29, 2005 Share Posted November 29, 2005 I think the name is gonna be "ASF" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DATman Posted November 29, 2005 Share Posted November 29, 2005 Me likey (but i'm impressed easily!) looketh liketh funneth Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nemesis-storm Posted November 29, 2005 Share Posted November 29, 2005 I wonder if Oakwood did make a mistake using that page name as speed.html. Surprisingly enough it's been changed to http://www.oakwood-leisure.com/rides/new.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tinhead Posted November 29, 2005 Share Posted November 29, 2005 It is similar to Typhoon in Bobbejaanland, but the elements are in different places on the track. Looks more of an out and back style coaster compared to Typhoon which is more a wild mouse sized coaster.. A bit like the difference of the track layouts of Spinball Whizzer Alton Towers and Dragons fury Thorpe park same type of coaster different style layouts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robbeal Posted November 30, 2005 Share Posted November 30, 2005 ^Dragon's Fury, Chessington I'm glad they've finally made their mind up about this, as it gives me a little more reason to finally make the 5hr drive down there next year. Shame the layout isn't a bit more interesting though, but can't complain I guess, at least they're getting one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark9 Posted November 30, 2005 Share Posted November 30, 2005 Long over-due. I'm sure the Hydro incident 2004 was a slight set-back. But anywho I'm glad Oakwood are now getting it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coasterboi Posted November 30, 2005 Share Posted November 30, 2005 Yeah so am i Its good that they will have 1 good coaster from next year I think megaphobia Sucks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dc006f5086 Posted November 30, 2005 Share Posted November 30, 2005 I think megaphobia Sucks What The, You think megafobia sucks, it is one of the worlds best woodies, it has great airtime so I think megafobia is way better than the new eurofighter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
viking86 Posted November 30, 2005 Share Posted November 30, 2005 I think megaphobia Sucks What The, You think megafobia sucks, it is one of the worlds best woodies, it has great airtime so I think megafobia is way better than the new eurofighter. Everyone has their own opinions. Atleast he used the words "I think" which alot of people dont. And I think you should be happy as there will be one person less queueing for Megaphobia Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MSLSM Posted November 30, 2005 Share Posted November 30, 2005 This looks like a good ride. The drop looks great, and the layout is original. This might just be me, but the drop seems like the only reason I would want to ride. It has some nice hills and other elements, but these just do not call out to me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coasterfreak101 Posted November 30, 2005 Share Posted November 30, 2005 The link AND the video url aren't working for me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SharkTums Posted November 30, 2005 Share Posted November 30, 2005 Links should work again! They changed all of the pages from "Speed" to "New" as NemesisStorm pointed out! I do wonder if the ride is named Speed, or if now they're looking to change it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canobie Fan Posted December 1, 2005 Share Posted December 1, 2005 Sexy isnt it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WW Goliath Posted December 2, 2005 Share Posted December 2, 2005 I'm glad to see that Oakwood are getting a new coaster and will look forward to riding it next year. It does look interesting. However I can't help thinking that I'll still be spending most of my time there on their world class woodie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nijgreen Posted January 19, 2006 Share Posted January 19, 2006 Hi Robb & everybody NEW OAKWOOD RIDE Should be open around April 2006 just in time for TPR UK visit to the park name to be announced in the next few weeks STATISTICS RIDE RESTRICTIONS 97 Degree First Drop Highest Point 115ft Top Speed 95KPH G-force 1G Minimum height 1.25m 2000 feet of steel roller coaster built for speed and fun! Our new ride will thrill you with a vertical lift, a more than vertical first drop, a -1G camel hump, a flying 110 degree turn, a vertical loop, a 360 degree barrel roll and a horizontal loop at speeds of up to 95 kph! Interesting Fact The UK's only more than vertical drop...a 97 degree overhang! Go to: www.oakwood-leisure.com/rides/new.htm for animated POV If anybody is interested I can get some pics from Oakwood to post on the site to see how things are progressing and keep it updated Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
downunder Posted January 19, 2006 Share Posted January 19, 2006 Gee, that looks good, makes me want to sign up for the TPR trip. 95 mph - that is pretty fast for a coaster of that size. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nijgreen Posted January 19, 2006 Share Posted January 19, 2006 Go to Oakwoods site to view the video, its got some real tight odd twists and loops, but just what Oakwood needs! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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