ArizonaGuy Posted February 10, 2010 Share Posted February 10, 2010 ^^ Wow....looks like a great update to the park. Hopefully this is going to be enough to keep people coming to the park. I like the fact that they're trying to appeal to the families however I am hoping that SFA will be getting a new major coaster sometime soon. Once that happends, then I'll make sure I visit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coasterfreak101 Posted February 10, 2010 Share Posted February 10, 2010 So, nobody's talked about JJ in quite some time, but from what everyone remembers from Fright Fest, was it overshooting the brake run? I don't think I've been since the school year started up back in August, but the one thing I remember about that visit was that the first brake run wasn't slowing the train down much at all, and so the block brake (after that tiny turn in the track) was being overshot by the length of a car or car and a half. Did they fix that by Fright Fest? It was slightly worrysome! Also, on the contrary, last year my cousins and I also got E-stopped (or something) at the beginning of the final brake run. That was not an enjoyable experience! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicole. Posted February 10, 2010 Share Posted February 10, 2010 I have never been to SFA even though it's only an hour and 2 mins. away. What is the best roller coaster there? I am planning on going there pretty soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JEAPUgrad Posted February 10, 2010 Share Posted February 10, 2010 Well it's 11am here on the east coast... SFA's Facebook page stated earlier this week that they are still planning on making their announcement today at 11am. The national SF page has a link for SFA's Thomas Town however there is no new content once you follow the link. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
larrygator Posted February 10, 2010 Share Posted February 10, 2010 ^^Most people will say: Superman: Ride of Steel and Wild One Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alpengeist04 Posted February 10, 2010 Share Posted February 10, 2010 ^^Sometimes it takes 10 or 15 minutes to get the info up on the website. I'm sure it will be up very soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoasterLover Posted February 10, 2010 Share Posted February 10, 2010 SFAFans has the media release up on their site already... no pictures/site plans/maps yet though... http://www.sfafans.com/showthread.php?t=5378 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Airtime&Gravity Posted February 10, 2010 Share Posted February 10, 2010 This sounds like a good addition, and it is something that Six Flags America definitely needs. The park seemed like it was forgotten about for the past few years, and it is nice to see Six Flags finally invest some money in it. I know the park has some problems, but if Six Flags can turn the park around, it can be a nice regional park. It is also nice to see Six Flags build a true land instead of just having a train ride, and hopefully other full sized Thoma Towns appear at some of the chains other parks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goliath513 Posted February 10, 2010 Share Posted February 10, 2010 Can someone copy the announcement over here? I don't want to have to register on sfafans just to view it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homeboy23 Posted February 10, 2010 Share Posted February 10, 2010 ^ You don't have to register. Just click the link and you can view it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
larrygator Posted February 10, 2010 Share Posted February 10, 2010 ALL ABOARD FOR MORE FAMILY FUN! SIX FLAGS AMERICA TO OPEN THOMAS TOWN SM IN 2010 Maryland theme park to be home to North America’s largest permanent destination based on Thomas & Friends™ Bowie, MD (February 10, 2010) – Six Flags America, the Nation’s Capital of MORE FLAGS and MORE FUN today announces details of Thomas TownSM, a new family entertainment area based on the popular Thomas & Friends™ brand. Thomas Town is the park’s largest expansion in over a decade and will feature eight rides and attractions and a new retail store and a new character. Opening this summer, Six Flags America’s Thomas Town will be the largest Thomas Town in North America. "Thomas & Friends have entertained and educated more than three generations with messages of teamwork and friendship," said John Winkler, Six Flags America park president. “Now families who visit the park will have a new, permanent, place- the largest in North America- to enjoy and interact with these wonderful characters. We are delighted to welcome Thomas Town to Six Flags America and offer our guests more ways to experience family-friendly fun together." Gary Krakower, senior vice president for consumer products and live events at HIT Entertainment, parent company of Thomas & Friends, said, “We are thrilled to be working with Six Flags theme parks, as they have an outstanding reputation for providing quality family amusements. The wholesome appeal of Thomas & Friends comes to life at Thomas Town and allows children to experience the themes of discovery, perseverance and friendship that are synonymous with the Thomas & Friends brand.” Encompassing more than three and a half acres of the popular theme park, the cornerstone of Thomas Town will be a train ride on a Thomas the Tank EngineTM replica that will take guests on a journey through Thomas' mythical home on the Island of Sodor. Other new rides and attractions in the all-new Thomas Town include: · Harold the Helicopter- Kids can control how high they can fly through the air above Thomas Town in their very own helicopter. · Cranky the Crane Tower Ride- Guests will enjoy high-flying family thrills on this unique, 3o-foot drop tower on Cranky the Crane. · Bertie the Bus Ride- Bertie the Bus takes riders on an unforgettable trip as they go round and round and high into the sky. · Diesel Derby- Guests join the parade of train cars moving through Thomas Town. · Sodor Carnival Ferris Wheel- Guests of every age will experience Carnival Fun on the Island of Sodor while riding this classic Ferris wheel. · Thomas Town Play Structure- This multi-level play area is themed with Thomas & Friends character images and features slides, climbing areas, and interactive fun! · Thomas Town Pop Jet Fountain- Children and children-at-heart can take a break and cool off in this delightful pop-jet water feature. In addition to these fun rides and attractions, Sir Topham Hatt, Controller of the Railway- a new character at Six Flags America- will greet visitors and pose for photos throughout the day. The Knapford Station Shop, the park’s first retail location since 2005, will feature themed merchandise, including the popular Thomas & Friends die cast trains, apparel, and storybooks. The addition of Thomas Town will nearly double the number of thrilling family attractions at Six Flags America. The park is also home to Looney Tunes Movie Town with rides, shows, and attractions; and Crocodile Cal’s Caribbean Beach House and Buccaneer Beach, both located in Hurricane Harbor water park. With more than 100 awe-inspiring rides, games, shows, and family attractions, Six Flags America is the Mid-Atlantic’s premier destination for family fun. The park boasts seven thrilling roller coasters – headlined by the hyper-coaster Superman: Ride of Steel, one of the tallest coasters on the East Coast and Batwing, Maryland’s first flying coaster. Hurricane Harbor features slides and splashes for thrill seekers of every age, including the six-story funnel of FUN Tornado and Hurricane Bay, one of the largest wave pools in the United States. Six Flags America theme park opens Saturday, March 27 and is open for Spring Break through Monday, April 5, then weekends in April and May, with daily operation resuming Memorial Day weekend. Hurricane Harbor begins its season on Saturday, May 22. Six Flags America offers family-friendly value all season long with a 2010 Season Pass. Passholders enjoy unlimited admission to Six Flags America and Hurricane Harbor Water Park as well as receive exclusive benefits, including free tickets for friends and more than $300 in savings on in-park food and fun. For a limited time, Season Passes are just $49.99, a $20.00 discount from the regular Season Pass price of $69.99. Visit sixflags.com to purchase Season Passes online and learn more about park hours and special events. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brandon4579 Posted February 10, 2010 Share Posted February 10, 2010 (edited) i think this will be a good move for them, they need more kid rides and kid themed areas (atleast they wont have a 42" roller skater ). (Kidtums will love this or i think she will from what ive seen from the thomas land at SFMM) EDIT: Cranky the Crane Tower Ride- Guests will enjoy high-flying family thrills on this unique, 3o-foot drop tower on Cranky the Crane. that seems a little tall for a ride for kids. Edited February 10, 2010 by Brandon4579 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WildStangAlex Posted February 10, 2010 Share Posted February 10, 2010 Awesome! Sounds like a great addition to this park! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StealthFan Posted February 10, 2010 Share Posted February 10, 2010 In addition to these fun rides and attractions, The Fat Controller!, Controller of the Railway Fixed! -Craig Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SharkTums Posted February 10, 2010 Share Posted February 10, 2010 ^^^The drop itself will not be 30 feet. I'm sure it's just a Zamperla or S&S Kiddie Drop Tower with some Cranky theming that will make it seem taller. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JEAPUgrad Posted February 10, 2010 Share Posted February 10, 2010 I'm pretty disappointed by today's announcement. All of the items mentioned have been mentioned before. The attraction number was slashed from ten to eight. They got those of us that live near and go to the park often all excited about today and have teased us for weeks that all the details would be revealed and the PR turns out to be a fluff piece. Way to go SFA. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SharkTums Posted February 10, 2010 Share Posted February 10, 2010 ^I just don't see how you can be disappointed? What were you expecting? It's a Thomas Town, one of the biggest (or biggest) of the Six Flags Chain. It obviously isn't meant to appeal to you, so what were you expecting that would have made the announcement better? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brandon4579 Posted February 10, 2010 Share Posted February 10, 2010 ^ maybe a credit? but i dont know a lot of people who would get excited over this (except children). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rollercoaster2428 Posted February 10, 2010 Share Posted February 10, 2010 Hopefully this will turn out to be a very good investment. I was kind of disappointed when I visited SFA in 2008. It seemed like they were a little short for the kids. But I think they should work on having nicer and more helpful employees. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rollercoaster2428 Posted February 10, 2010 Share Posted February 10, 2010 Hopefully this will turn out to be a very good investment. I was kind of disappointed when I visited SFA in 2008. It seemed like they were a little short for the kids. But I think they should work on having nicer and more helpful employees. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
printersdevil78 Posted February 10, 2010 Share Posted February 10, 2010 My little family is very excited about the new Thomas Town! Kelly doesn't know it yet, but I'm getting us all SFA season passes for Valentine's Day (thankfully, I have a practical fiancee who would rather have something like that than flowers--which she says are fun for about five seconds). During one of the power outages we've endured during the past week, we all sat around and discussed potential day and weekend trips for this summer. Lauryn (age 5) was the first one to shout out "Six Flags!" I've shown her pictures I took last summer of the Thomas Towns at SFDK and SFMM. She's pumped! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JEAPUgrad Posted February 10, 2010 Share Posted February 10, 2010 ^I just don't see how you can be disappointed? What were you expecting? It's a Thomas Town, one of the biggest (or biggest) of the Six Flags Chain. It obviously isn't meant to appeal to you, so what were you expecting that would have made the announcement better? I'm not disappointed in the addition or any of the attractions. You're right. Not having any children, TT is of no interest to me. However all of the information that was in the Press Release had already been made known in the last 10 months since this expansion was announced. Location in the press release for starters would've been nice as well as new artwork. NewsPlusNotes posted this content later in the afternoon. Looks nice. http://newsplusnotes.blogspot.com/2010/02/six-flags-america-announces-thomas-town.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rollercoaster2428 Posted February 11, 2010 Share Posted February 11, 2010 ^I just don't see how you can be disappointed? What were you expecting? It's a Thomas Town, one of the biggest (or biggest) of the Six Flags Chain. It obviously isn't meant to appeal to you, so what were you expecting that would have made the announcement better? Many people were probaby disappointed because big thrill lovers would want them to save their money for thier "one day" B&M coaster. Though it would make me laugh if they got Iron Wolf if SFGAM dismantled it and built Chang instead. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SharkTums Posted February 11, 2010 Share Posted February 11, 2010 ^SFA has been saving their money for quite some time now, I doubt the Thomas Town would take away from any big coaster. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Airtime&Gravity Posted February 11, 2010 Share Posted February 11, 2010 ^Also, didn't Mark Shapiro say coaster enthusiasts will be happy with the 2011 addition? I won't use this addition, but as I said, it is great that SFA is finally seeing some love. Hopefully they can clean the park up and improve the service for 2010 as well so that they give a good impression to the families who visit. It'll be interesting to see this project when finished and see if it is closer to Wiggle's World or Drayton Manor's Thomas land. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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