CoasterFanatic Posted July 13, 2005 Share Posted July 13, 2005 The funny "fight" thread got me thinking back to the time I came up with the "Unwritten Rules of Theme/Amusement Parks". Feel free to add to these. 1. Always go to the last seat of any row 2. Always fill all available space 3. Step out of line to purchase crap 4. Never "Catch up" to a group. Always stop and let them catch up to you. 5. No Smoking in Line (even if it isn't posted) 6. Wear Sunscreen 7. Get to the park EARLY 8. Drink lots of water 9. Never wear jeans or jean shorts on a water ride 10. When in doubt ... turn left 11. Start in the back (There are exceptions) Help me out here .... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robbalvey Posted July 13, 2005 Share Posted July 13, 2005 Here's one: Try to ride major coasters in the front AND back! I can't tell you how many times I've heard stuff like... "I didn't think Phoenix was that good..." "Where did you ride it?" "Back Seat" IMO, if you really are a true coaster enthusaist, you should "know where to ride..." --Robb Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoasterFanatic Posted July 13, 2005 Author Share Posted July 13, 2005 I totally forgot: 13. Never, ever, ever dribble a basketball in a park Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BarryH Posted July 13, 2005 Share Posted July 13, 2005 14. No singing or clapping in line. 15. No trying to ride together in the single riders line. Yes, I've seen parties of 2 or more trying to ride together in the single riders line. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angry_Gumball Posted July 13, 2005 Share Posted July 13, 2005 9. Never wear jeans or jean shorts on a water ride Amen! Sadly, I found out the hard way at SFMM as I'm walking in pain! 16. Don't go playing around while in line. I always find people messing around either behind you or infront of you and then end up constantly invading your space and bumping into you carelessly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GAcoaster Posted July 13, 2005 Share Posted July 13, 2005 17. Don't leave your brain in the car (too many people become complete morons when they walk through the gate). 18. Take time to stop and see the shows and other attractions. There's a lot more than coasters in most parks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bgwfreak Posted July 13, 2005 Share Posted July 13, 2005 19. Never wear spandex 20. If you are a girl and overweight, please cover up your body and don't be hanging out of your clothes. It is not sexy, it's *edited*. 21. Don't go around spouting facts about the coaster you are in line for when the facts you have are about a coaster at Cedar Point. (Especially if there is someone in front or behind you that is a TNR member). I totally forgot: 13. Never, ever, ever dribble a basketball in a park You beat me to it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted July 13, 2005 Share Posted July 13, 2005 I totally forgot: 13. Never, ever, ever dribble a basketball in a park AMEN Brother! 23. Don't swear excessively, it's just un-called for! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlyingScooter Posted July 13, 2005 Share Posted July 13, 2005 24. Please use deodorant before entering the park. 24b. if you use water rides, please reapply deodorant afterwards. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coasterdude5 Posted July 13, 2005 Share Posted July 13, 2005 25. Throw away your trash. 26. Don't pretend to leave the exit and then hop right back on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benzo41190 Posted July 13, 2005 Share Posted July 13, 2005 27. Usually dont wear white. If you do, wear something under it. When on a water ride, your white shirt will be the color of you shorts. Also if your a girl dont go on water rides with no bra. I have seen it happen in the past. 28. Dont purposley kick off your shoes when on a inverted coaster. I can really hurt someone. it is uncool, stupid, and a loss of a shoe. The park usually wont get your shoe for you. I have seen so many people do this when on Batman The Ride. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robbalvey Posted July 13, 2005 Share Posted July 13, 2005 18. Take time to stop and see the shows and other attractions. There's a lot more than coasters in most parks! Bah! My version would be: "All shows should be avoided at all costs!!!!" --Robb "NOT a show person!" Alvey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coasters 4 ever Posted July 13, 2005 Share Posted July 13, 2005 14. No singing or clapping in line. That reminds me of the time when there was this group of, I don't know, maybe high schoolers, that were in line for Dueling Dragons. They thought they were in line for the other rows, but they were really just blocking the line for the front row! The bad part is that they were yelling, singing, and clapping as loud as they could. The ride-ops told them to stop, they didn't, and the ride-ops didn't care! Here's my rule: 29. If you're going to scream really loud, at least warn the person next to you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coasterdude5 Posted July 13, 2005 Share Posted July 13, 2005 30. Don't talk on your cellpone when you're on a coaster. YOU WILL LOSE IT! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AllisonY2K Posted July 13, 2005 Share Posted July 13, 2005 31. If you're a really hairy guy, do not ever wear a wifebeater to the parks. 32. If you are in a group, do not all walk side-by-side and block the paths from others. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coasters 4 ever Posted July 13, 2005 Share Posted July 13, 2005 I'm going to add something to #32. Especially at WDW because of Magical Gatherings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
disneygurlz2s Posted July 13, 2005 Share Posted July 13, 2005 Just my random thoughts... -Don't drag a screaming child onto a ride-EVER -Don't try to "get around" the height restrictions on a ride -Don't ask a child waiting in line for a ride if he/she is scared, or tell them a ride is going to be scary -Obey the health and safety guidelines -Never assume a park is open... always call ahead or check the park's website before planning a visit -Never call a park and ask them to tell you the current or expected attendance figure-they don't disclose this usually (although some parks will tell you when they expect higher/lower attendance) -Don't wear shirts with offensive sayings-that's just as bad as swearing -Always wear your TPR t-shirt (I still need to order mine) so we can spot each and run the other way -Don't carry on two-way or cell phone conversations while on a ride. If you can't go three minutes without using your phone, seek professional help Shari "I'm sure I'll think of more" Shoufler Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlyingScooter Posted July 13, 2005 Share Posted July 13, 2005 ^Amen on the Cellphone issue! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GAcoaster Posted July 13, 2005 Share Posted July 13, 2005 18. Take time to stop and see the shows and other attractions. There's a lot more than coasters in most parks! Bah! My version would be: "All shows should be avoided at all costs!!!!" --Robb "NOT a show person!" Alvey Shhh...keep that on the DL...I'm trying to get people off the coaster lines! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coasterdude5 Posted July 13, 2005 Share Posted July 13, 2005 33. Try not to cuss on the FAMILY coasters! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wes Posted July 13, 2005 Share Posted July 13, 2005 - Don't hump any statues. - Don't hump any park employees. - Don't hump any walk around characters. - Don't hump any guests, especially children. Wait? What am I saying? HUMP everything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benzo41190 Posted July 13, 2005 Share Posted July 13, 2005 Dont spit off anything! Dont unbucle your saftey belt.......It is there for a reason! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twister II Posted July 13, 2005 Share Posted July 13, 2005 No smoking in the park, period, its a family place, not a bar. If you can't listen to ride instructions, dont come. Dont give your season pass to your friend to try to sneak them in. Dont tell small children to stand on their tip-toes when an op is right next to you measuring them. Have a good time, even if it rains and closes all rides. Eat in the park, cause most likly your food will melt in your car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pgathriller Posted July 13, 2005 Share Posted July 13, 2005 Heres a rule- Never try to win prizes when you get to the park. Wait till after you ride everything. I learned that the hard way at Dollywood. Won 4 basketballs and 3 stuffed prizes and had to carry them all around the park that day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlyingScooter Posted July 13, 2005 Share Posted July 13, 2005 rule # (uh, whatever number we're at now...) Never eat beans to night before you go to a park as your gas could cause an allergic reaction to some, nausea to others. (sorry, couldn't pass that one up after Geauga lake two years ago.) while in line for Batman Knightflight: somebody ripped one and pretty much caused a barf-fest. the rides ops were like" we don't have enough buckets for this..." I guess it shouldn't have surprised me that most of the people that had barf on them headed straight for Grizley bear run. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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