IndoorSurvivalist Posted May 30, 2013 Posted May 30, 2013 I was looking forward to going and riding the new coaster last Tuesday. I had the day off of work and that was the first weekday they were open that wasn't a holiday, so I was hoping for small crowds. I checked the site and saw no signs that it was open yet so I didn't go. I then found this thread that kinda explains why. Unfortunately this weekend I will be near the park because my sister found a chair she wants on Craigslist that I'm supposed to go pick up. I don't live close enough to get a season pass, and there is no desire for me to pay to go to the park till this thing is open. While I guess the walls look ugly I think they might actually make the ride more interesting. Hopefully these changes are good enough so they can get this thing open!
GayCoasterGuy Posted May 30, 2013 Posted May 30, 2013 When the Great America's were built, there was a 20' hill built around the perimeter of the parks. You can see it in places at Great America, Gurnee. Of course, that's not a lot of soundproofing for loud coasters and screams. When did all those office building start going in directly next door to the park? Why would anyone build there? Strange.
RandallDuell Posted May 30, 2013 Posted May 30, 2013 It's a good point, and I can only assume that the neighbors had some idea that the park would eventually be gone.....? Further, not sure why (when you're building parking lots/garages and buildings why you wouldn't just butt up your parking garage along the park's border....and not the actual building. It does seem to me that the IL park has held on to more of the "charm" of the Marriott days....but, damn, seeing that covered walkway (by the old Sky Whirl site) and Eagle's Flight still operating in CA sure does score some points for the Santa Clara park!
Tmcdllr Posted May 30, 2013 Posted May 30, 2013 When the Great America's were built, there was a 20' hill built around the perimeter of the parks. You can see it in places at Great America, Gurnee. Of course, that's not a lot of soundproofing for loud coasters and screams. When did all those office building start going in directly next door to the park? Why would anyone build there? Strange. I remember that! And back then there was literally NOTHING ELSE around the park- it was awesome. It was almost in the middle of nowhere. Santa Clara sure has grown up.
Riextol Posted May 31, 2013 Posted May 31, 2013 When a city grows up around a theme park, why does the theme park then have to bow down to the city?
Swornenemy Posted May 31, 2013 Posted May 31, 2013 It shouldn't have to. The building owners and such should know what they are getting in to when they build next to an amusement park.
Sir Clinksalot Posted May 31, 2013 Posted May 31, 2013 Just got a text from them saying the same!!! Can't wait to ride in 2 weeks.
laqueefa Posted May 31, 2013 Posted May 31, 2013 According to CGA's facebook, Gold Striker is NOW OPEN! Yup! I just got this text. Gold Striker now open! Meet the rush - Ride it tomorrow, June 1st, and get a Gold Striker Rally Towel! (While supplies last.) Visit cagreatamerica.com.
Tmcdllr Posted May 31, 2013 Posted May 31, 2013 Yeah I just got a text from the park that its finally open..... YAY!!!! BTW was there a media day? I don't remember the news making a big deal about this.
Domm Posted May 31, 2013 Posted May 31, 2013 does that mean it's open today? like go there right now and get a ride?
JJnCFL Posted May 31, 2013 Posted May 31, 2013 (edited) Yay Goldy is finally OPEN! At least it did open in May! CGA OFFICIAL TWITTER CONFIRMATION: http://t.co/YofCkwi1NX Edited May 31, 2013 by JJnCFL
ernierocker Posted May 31, 2013 Posted May 31, 2013 does that mean it's open today? like go there right now and get a ride? I don't know... Let's wait for six more posts saying it is open before we can confirm.
Loco Posted May 31, 2013 Posted May 31, 2013 does that mean it's open today? like go there right now and get a ride? Yes! Now go!
robman Posted May 31, 2013 Posted May 31, 2013 No media day has happened yet, I think the park just wanted to get the ride open!
TopThrill182 Posted May 31, 2013 Posted May 31, 2013 I'm confused... Haven't a lot of people already ridden this ride? What event was that for? And did the ride never open after that? As for the noise barriers, do we know if the park received any official complaints during the testing process? I thought this issue had been decided when the park received the permit to build the ride, so I'm confused why management is going to such lengths to "silence" the ride. Sorry for all the questions... I've tried skimming this thread, but there are a lot of pages to cover!
Flagg O'Dim Posted May 31, 2013 Posted May 31, 2013 Media day is tomorrow, and I just got the invite!
rcwizard13 Posted May 31, 2013 Posted May 31, 2013 I'm confused... Haven't a lot of people already ridden this ride? What event was that for? And did the ride never open after that? As for the noise barriers, do we know if the park received any official complaints during the testing process? I thought this issue had been decided when the park received the permit to build the ride, so I'm confused why management is going to such lengths to "silence" the ride. Sorry for all the questions... I've tried skimming this thread, but there are a lot of pages to cover! I was thinking the same exact thing. Anyone got answers for us?
ernierocker Posted June 1, 2013 Posted June 1, 2013 It was a promotional shoot. The complaints came during the 7 days of that and they delayed the opening to appease the bitching neighbors.
Riextol Posted June 1, 2013 Posted June 1, 2013 So, if Media Day is tomorrow, I wonder if the "First Rider" Auction is tomorrow as well.
Swornenemy Posted June 1, 2013 Posted June 1, 2013 Well I may be calling off from work on Monday so I can go.
Angry_Gumball Posted June 1, 2013 Posted June 1, 2013 Once I heard that GS opened, I couldn't even keep my excitement level contained. Sadly I have to work tomorrow so a nice chunk of the day will be missing...but I get off early enough I can just catch the train and avoid afternoon traffic! Park closes at 10 so here's to some awesome night rides!
robbalvey Posted June 1, 2013 Author Posted June 1, 2013 California's Great America needs 24 riders for Gold Striker TOMORROW MORNING at 10am! If you want to ride Gold Striker tomorrow, email me RIGHT NOW at robbalvey@themeparkreview.com!
robman Posted June 1, 2013 Posted June 1, 2013 California's Great America needs 24 riders for Gold Striker TOMORROW MORNING at 10am! If you want to ride Gold Striker tomorrow, email me RIGHT NOW at robbalvey@themeparkreview.com! Already signed up! Thanks for the awesome opportunity !!
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