singemfrc Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 It will be a little while before we see it, theyre still filming today and tomorrow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riextol Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 The way I would best describe this ride is as if you were a switch hitter, taking batting practice all by yourself. You would throw the ball in the air, grab the bat, and hit the ball before it lands on the ground. Â This is what Gold Striker did to us last night, and is currently doing to a few of us right now. Gold Striker would throws us in the air, and hit us to the right; throw us in the air, and hit us to the left; throw us in the air, and hit us ..... all before we ever had a chance to land in our seats. Gold Striker never missed the ball once, and yes, you will spend many moments colliding with your neighbor if you are not holding on tightly. I rode 9 times last night, and I could have ridden more. It was that comfortable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
singemfrc Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 ^ Yeah definitely. Even after riding repeatedly for 2 and a half hours I could have kept riding all night. Love them couch cushion cars Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#1rollercoasterfan Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 Its making me so mad my mom won't let me go again to the promo. Yes I could ride it every day it's that good. I already miss it even though I just rode it yesterday. The next time I get on it will take forever to come! Hope somebody will eventually post links to their filming so I can see if I got filmed. I can't wait to watch their recordings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheStig Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 Its making me so mad my mom won't let me go again to the promo. Â Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue Fire Guy Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 ^ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GO MUFC!!! Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 I think the layout could be a little better but it looks really nice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
singemfrc Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 The photos and the POV do not do it justice (at least until Robb gets a chance to do it) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tmcdllr Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 I want to hear Robb go "weeee" and "whoa" on the POV. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angry_Gumball Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 Well, I just got in another 8 laps today! Gold Striker still amazes me quite a lot! Another awesome day despite many of the GP breaking rules (line jumping, illegal pov's, guests putting hands up when clearly instructed not to do such)... Going to rant here now... The park is letting people in to participate, free! Is it really that much to ask for people to follow the rules? Â Can't wait for tomorrow! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
singemfrc Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 Seriously illegal POVs during a promo shoot? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angry_Gumball Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 Seriously illegal POVs during a promo shoot? Yup, that's the GP for you... I seriously thought his phone was going to fly out of his hands as we created over the speed hill and into the first turnaround. So yup, it was on one of our trains... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tmcdllr Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 So then a crappy illegal POV. Â Its a private event, not even that many people there and they still have to line jump and shoot illegal POV vids...... ridiculous. Â I witnessed a couple of line jumpers yesterday and just figured whatever, line ain't that long, it was still irritating though. These people have no respect. Speaking of typical GP, while in line yesterday some random lady was talking to her friend about the speeds of GS and Fizzly and she's said, I'm not making this up, she said she read the top speed of Fizzly was 94mph! I just had to laugh to myself as I'm pretty sure that is the height of the lift but even still, if you think THAT goes 94mph then you are seriously high! Â I heard other random things about coasters and it was just funny. Â One cool thing I did hear from the GP was during testing at the part of the line past the tunnel where you are next to the track and the train screams by, more than once I heard "damn that's fast" .... yup it is! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silperez Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 All I can say is Thank You Great America for such an awesome new ride!!! Had way to much fun today, Gold Striker is amazing!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#1rollercoasterfan Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 & thank you Cedar Fair for one wonderful ride!!! It is AWESOME!!! High up on my list of favorites. I have never been on a woodie that fast!!! I'm almost crying & pinching myself all over because I can't believe this ride is finally here. Great America feels like a whole new park! Add a Maverick clone next & then Great America will become a Six Flags park! I'm itching myself all over because I want to ride Gold Striker over & over! Because it's so incredibly FAST the whole ride & I love the feeling I feel after I get off & am like WOW WHAT A RUSH!!! Great America has now a big & bright future. Many more awesomeness to come. I could never stop thanking Cedar Fair. WHOO HOO!!! Big huge thumbs up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angry_Gumball Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 So then a crappy illegal POV. Its a private event, not even that many people there and they still have to line jump and shoot illegal POV vids...... ridiculous.  I witnessed a couple of line jumpers yesterday and just figured whatever, line ain't that long, it was still irritating though. These people have no respect. Speaking of typical GP, while in line yesterday some random lady was talking to her friend about the speeds of GS and Fizzly and she's said, I'm not making this up, she said she read the top speed of Fizzly was 94mph! I just had to laugh to myself as I'm pretty sure that is the height of the lift but even still, if you think THAT goes 94mph then you are seriously high!  I heard other random things about coasters and it was just funny.  One cool thing I did hear from the GP was during testing at the part of the line past the tunnel where you are next to the track and the train screams by, more than once I heard "damn that's fast" .... yup it is!  Yes we had our share of line jumpers too, as in 1 person in line, and having their 6-7 other friends meet up with them...Have some respect. The line jumping signs are plastered EVERYWHERE and they actually really spell out what line jumping is. In the end we ended up on the same train...but whoever was ahead, would make more sense for them to just move back with the rest of their group.  The POV thing, I believe 1 train was actually stopped on the lift as some bozo had their camera out. And yes, there are signs that actually explain about loose articles and how they can become projectiles! Whether if the GP will care, that's another story. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laqueefa Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 (edited) Well, I just got in another 8 laps today! Gold Striker still amazes me quite a lot! Another awesome day despite many of the GP breaking rules (line jumping, illegal pov's, guests putting hands up when clearly instructed not to do such)... Going to rant here now... The park is letting people in to participate, free! Is it really that much to ask for people to follow the rules? Can't wait for tomorrow!  I witnessed a lot of line jumpers, but in defense of the park, I did see staff deal with a couple of them. Apart from that, the ride is amazing! Each row I sat in gave me a different experience, not so much as to say one was better, but definitely unique. I'm glad I didn't wear my hair the way I usually do, or by the end of the day I would look like I got electrocuted. This coaster hauls major ass. Definitely feels faster than advertised. It was also awesome to meet some fellow boarders as well. Also, I'm not sure why some have complained about the noise. The park is dead quiet, besides some queue music that started later in the evening. I'm sure with a bunch of GP, general park noise, etc. it wont seem as loud. I Can't wait to do it all again tomorrow!   Edited May 2, 2013 by laqueefa Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mechanic Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 Add a Maverick clone next & then Great America will become a Six Flags park! Â What? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
V2-dude Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 No sign up? Free? Food? Wood? The? Â So, let me get this straight, one can just show up unannounced, get in for free, ride to one's content, and get free food? Â I shall arrive tomorrow if that is indeed the case. I'm taking Amtrak, and I just want to make sure that is still the case before going through all the hassle. Yes, I saw the question answered a few pages ago, but with these reports of people getting in for free and running amok I just want to make sure the park didn't swing the ban hammer, so to speak. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laqueefa Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 ^ This is correct. They even announced it over the PA speakers. No sign up needed, bring as many friends/family as you can, bottom line is they need riders. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angry_Gumball Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 Add a Maverick clone next & then Great America will become a Six Flags park! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
V2-dude Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 Thanks, that is great to hear. Who else is going? When are you getting there? Is there a dress code? Who stole my wallet? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tmcdllr Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 Gotta thank GCI too for designing such a wonderful ride. Â And most importantly, A GIANT THANK YOU to park management and staff for allowing us to ride this.... free and for hosting such an event. You have to realize this did cost the park money, paying employees to run the ride, food, etc, and the fact they said bring as many people as you like.... admission free.... I think shows how much faith they have in this ride bringing in the public, the future of the park, and shows that they really care. Roger is a really nice guy too and it was great how he was talking with guests and asking questions. Â Once again thank you CGA management and staff for a 'GREAT' time! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angry_Gumball Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 Thanks, that is great to hear. Who else is going? When are you getting there? Is there a dress code? Who stole my wallet? Â I'll be back again tomorrow! After 17 laps on this, I am NOT done riding this beast of a coaster! Dress code: They said to refrain from any logos, as much as many were wearing things with logos. I was actually given the OK for wearing my Gold Striker shirt as it is park material as opposed to copyrighted stuff...but the front of it is predominantly a solid color. Bright, solid colors are good though especially when caught on film or photos! I found that out when I was doing my own shoot for TPR/CGA thread and my blog. Â And I think the flying spaghetti monster took your wallet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sfmman2000 Posted May 2, 2013 Share Posted May 2, 2013 A few pictures from Day 1 of the Gold Striker shoot. Â An overall excellent ride. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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