Six Flags New England (SFNE) Discussion Thread

[SixFlagsAstroworld]

I like the classic SFNE with STR in red

[SixFlagsAstroworld]

I'm sure they still have some work left to do, but it looks like the tunnel after the first drop is covered by a giant slice of yellow American cheese

 

Superman V.S. Giant Cheese

[coneyislandchris]

If you get there at opening you should actually hit Goliath first as it's likely to break down at any time and if you're the first one there you can ride in Row 1 and avoid a massive skull bashing.

Can confirm. First ride front row is the nuts.

[Jcoaster]

If you get there at opening you should actually hit Goliath first as it's likely to break down at any time and if you're the first one there you can ride in Row 1 and avoid a massive skull bashing.

Can confirm. First ride front row is the nuts.

 

One of the most Bat-Sh*t crazy experiences I've ever had on a coaster.

[Genx24]

If you get there at opening you should actually hit Goliath first as it's likely to break down at any time and if you're the first one there you can ride in Row 1 and avoid a massive skull bashing.

Can confirm. First ride front row is the nuts.

 

One of the most Bat-Sh*t crazy experiences I've ever had on a coaster.

Jumping in to echo these posts. Climbing up the spike before you begin the circuit backwards in the front row is probably the most terrifying, oh s#!t moments I ever had on a coaster as well.

[Blind Idiot God]

Why is Flashback still there. WHY. It's not like anyone ever rides it unless the park is absolutely slammed, and I've seen it with walk-ons when Goliath has been down on multiple occasions.

[PixelRush]

Why is Flashback still there. WHY. It's not like anyone ever rides it unless the park is absolutely slammed, and I've seen it with walk-ons when Goliath has been down on multiple occasions.

True indeed. If you take that out along with the balloons and Chinese food, you have room for some sort of compact coaster or flat at some point!

[PixelRush]

I keep double posting from when it asks me if I want to post a recent subject again, so sorry about that, and ignore this

[coasterbill]

Flashback is much better than Goliath unless you're in the front row. It usually has a decent line when we go. I'm actually starting to enjoy it.

[I Like Theme Parks.]

When I went on Goliath, I got the back row, and I still didn't find it too bad. I think it's a great ride. It was rough, brutal and violent, but there wasn't any actual headbanging. It throws you around a lot, but I didn't actually hit my head on the restraints, so it didn't really hurt, the roughness just added to the insanity and intensity of the ride in my opinion!

[Jcoaster]

Goliath is also ear ringingly loud which adds to the intimidation. One of the only rides I've seen where the operators wear ear muffs.

[Paradox]

Flashback is also a really sub-par boomerang compared to Zoomerang.

[Vonni]

Why is Flashback still there. WHY. It's not like anyone ever rides it unless the park is absolutely slammed, and I've seen it with walk-ons when Goliath has been down on multiple occasions.

 

 

I'm sure that Flashback will eventually be removed from the park. It probably wont be for several years, but I don't expect it to stay at the park. A good replacement for it would be an S&S Free Fly if SF continues to put them in parks.

[Jcoaster]

Why is Flashback still there. WHY. It's not like anyone ever rides it unless the park is absolutely slammed, and I've seen it with walk-ons when Goliath has been down on multiple occasions.

 

 

I'm sure that Flashback will eventually be removed from the park. It probably wont be for several years, but I don't expect it to stay at the park. A good replacement for it would be an S&S Free Fly if SF continues to put them in parks.

 

Even though Goliath is down often, I don't see the need for two boomerangs. A small footprint coaster such as the Free Fly mentioned above would fir perfectly. I'd suggest a Sky Rocket from Primier as well but Lake Compounce beat them too it.

[3Mutts]

^ Distance between clones has not stopped Six Flags putting one in before:

 

http://rcdb.com/3976.htm

 

http://rcdb.com/278.htm

 

Both Batman the Ride clones and only 15 miles apart!

[Vonni]

^ I see your point, but at least that is two separate parks. Not that Flashback and Goliath are clones of each other, just similar styles from the same manufacturer. In a perfect world, Goliath should have replaced Flashback, rather than the water ride that it did replace. (I don't know the name of the ride)

[3Mutts]

^ I was talking about the second part of his post. I agree that having 2 boomerangs in the same park is ridiculous.

[Superbatboy]

A free fly would be a great fit at SFNE, I feel like SFNE is a strong candidate for one.

[coasterbill]

I hope they keep Flashback forever just to piss you people off. Unlike Goliath I have no issues with Flashback... none. I actually find it very enjoyable.

[coasterbill]

SFNE Online posted a cool new drone photo of the mystery ride (It's a Traffic Jam in Crackaxle Canyon... because theming).

 

[Vonni]

I hope they keep Flashback forever just to piss you people off. Unlike Goliath I have no issues with Flashback... none. I actually find it very enjoyable.

 

 

 

I don't think it would piss anyone off. Its just a logical option for removal to add other rides.

[PixelRush]

Now that I think of it, this ride fits in well in Crackaxle Canyon, especially with the sky print in back!

[robbalvey]

Six Flags Announces Virtual Reality Roller Coasters at 9 US Parks!

 

Six Flags is bringing ground-breaking experiences to nine parks:

 

- Shock Wave at Six Flags Over Texas

- Dare Devil Dive at Six Flags Over Georgia

- The New Revolution at Six Flags Magic Mountain

- Ninja at Six Flags St. Louis

- Steamin’ Demon at The Great Escape

- Goliath at La Ronde

- SUPERMAN Krypton Coaster at Six Flags Fiesta Texas

- SUPERMAN The Ride at Six Flags New England

- SUPERMAN Ride of Steel at Six Flags America

 

Six Flags is bringing ground-breaking experiences to nine parks — North America's first Virtual Reality (VR) Roller Coasters, using Samsung Gear VR powered by Oculus. Enjoy thrills like never before as some of our most popular coasters will be equipped to allow you to wear Samsung Gear VR headsets and feel the heart-pumping adrenaline of steep drops, inverted loops and powerful twists and turns as gyros, accelerometers and proximity sensors synchronize all of the action in an incredibly realistic 360-degree virtual reality world.

 

Whether you're soaring through Metropolis on our SUPERMAN Virtual Reality Coasters or co-piloting a fighter jet on The New Revolution, this remarkable technology is a definite game-changer. The headsets allow guests 13 and older to enter a virtual world with high-resolution imagery and 360-degree views that synchronize to the action of the coaster in a totally new, one-of-a-kind experience.

 

Six Flags and Samsung Partner to Launch First Virtual Reality Roller Coasters in North America

 

Samsung is “Official Technology Partner” at Six Flags Theme Parks Nationwide

 

GRAND PRAIRIE, Texas, and New York City — March 3, 2016 — Six Flags Entertainment Corporation (NYSE:SIX), and Samsung Electronics America, Inc., today announced a broad marketing partnership which appoints Samsung as the “Official Technology Partner” of the world’s largest regional theme park company. The partnership includes the debut of ground-breaking experiences coming to nine Six Flags parks—North America’s first Virtual Reality (VR) Roller Coasters, using Samsung Gear VR powered by Oculus.

 

In partnership with Samsung, Six Flags is taking its signature brand of thrills to the next level and beyond in fully immersive, virtual riding experiences using Samsung Gear VR. Some of Six Flags’ most popular coasters will be equipped to allow riders wearing Samsung Gear VR headsets to feel the heart-pumping adrenaline of steep drops, inverted loops and powerful twists and turns as gyros, accelerometers and proximity sensors synchronize all of the action in an incredibly realistic 360-degree virtual reality world.

 

“This remarkable technology is a definite game-changer for theme park rides and represents everything our brand stands for—delivering the most thrilling and innovative rides and attractions in the world,” said John Duffey, Six Flags President and CEO. “With the addition of these virtual reality coasters, Six Flags will be introducing more than double the number of new coasters and rides than we did in 2015, and more than any year in the last decade. Innovation is part of our DNA, and news in every park every year is driving higher guest satisfaction and building strong momentum for our company."

 

“What makes this partnership so compelling for consumers and the broader tech industry alike is that both companies are committed to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible - and bringing a VR coaster to life is certainly a new and thrilling proposition,” said Marc Mathieu, chief marketing officer at Samsung Electronics America. “Now, people can be immersed into a totally new universe while riding a roller coaster, powered by Samsung Gear VR virtual reality devices.

 

This transforms the modern roller coaster into a totally new, one of a kind sensorial experience - powered by technology. We are excited to work with the premier brand in theme parks to bring Samsung’s VR technology to nine Six Flags locations across the U.S.”

 

Samsung Gear VR – designed to accelerate virtual reality into the mainstream – provides an untethered, fully-immersive experience with 360-degree content for an extremely high quality mobile VR experience. Built to work with Samsung’s Galaxy S7, Galaxy S7 edge, Galaxy S6, S6 edge, S6 edge+ and Note5, the Gear VR headset utilizes each device’s super AMOLED display to provide the color, clarity and performance needed for an amazing virtual reality experience.

 

About the VR Roller Coaster Experiences

Six Flags and Samsung will launch the new VR Roller Coasters beginning this month and into the summer, totaling nine coasters across the U.S. On the six New Revolution Virtual Reality Coasters, riders are transported to a futuristic battle to save planet earth from an alien invasion. Riders are the co-pilots in their own fighter jets as they strap in for air-to-air combat. Taking in the view around them, riders will see other aircraft in an underground secret bunker. As the aircraft moves to a landing pad, it begins to launch its thruster engines, lifting the craft straight up through the roof. During the ascent, riders can test fire their weapons using the world’s first-ever interactive gameplay technology on a roller coaster. As riders clear the roof, they realize they are on top of a skyscraper and about to launch off the edge of the building diving straight down on the first drop of the ride. The aircraft races through the city until reaching the edge of the skyline where riders see the mother ship hovering above. The mother ship is heavily protected by drones and the mission is to get past the drones, fire on the mother ship and destroy it. This elite fighter squadron experience will make its debut on the following six roller coasters:

 

 Shock Wave at Six Flags Over Texas in Arlington, opening March 10 to Season Pass Holders as a special sneak preview;

 Dare Devil Dive at Six Flags Over Georgia outside of Atlanta, opening March 12 to Season Pass Holders as a special sneak preview;

 The New Revolution at Six Flags Magic Mountain near Los Angeles, opening March 26 to Season Pass Holders as a special sneak preview;

 Ninja at Six Flags St. Louis in Eureka;

 Steamin’ Demon at The Great Escape in Lake George, New York and

 Goliath at La Ronde in Montreal.

 

On Six Flags’ three new SUPERMAN Virtual Reality Coasters, once riders take their seats and fasten the headsets, they will be fully immersed in the 360-degree comic-book world of Metropolis. Guests will be taken on a leisurely (or so they think) tour of the city of Metropolis, courtesy of Lex Corp Sky Tours. Just after departing the station riders encounter Lex Luthor who uses an anti-gravity gun along with his army of Lex Bots to create chaos throughout the city with cars, taxis and buses floating in mid-air around the rider’s vehicle. As the Lexbots continue shooting at the vehicle, SUPERMAN uses heat vison to destroy the anti-gravity gun, causing all objects to suddenly fall, including the train as it takes the first giant drop of the roller coaster. Riders then soar alongside SUPERMAN as he battles the evil Lexbots

 

through hairpin twists and turns, loops, dips and dives before ultimately defeating Lex and the Lexbots, and returning safely back into the station. This amazing adventure will debut on these Superman-branded coasters:

 

 SUPERMAN Krypton Coaster at Six Flags Fiesta Texas in San Antonio;

 SUPERMAN The Ride at Six Flags New England in Agawam, Massachusetts; and

 SUPERMAN Ride of Steel at Six Flags America in Upper Marlboro, Maryland.

 

For more information, visit http://www.sixflags.com/virtualrealitycoasters and http://www.samsung.com/gearvr.

[coneyislandchris]

This might be an unpopular opinion around here, but I am actually really excited to try this at least once on Superman. It's one of the best hypers out there to begin with. I think this will bring a whole new level of enjoyment to the ride. Glad it's optional though, because I do love that view of the river from the top of the lift hill!

[Jcoaster]

This might be an unpopular opinion around here, but I am actually really excited to try this at least once on Superman. It's one of the best hypers out there to begin with. I think this will bring a whole new level of enjoyment to the ride. Glad it's optional though, because I do love that view of the river from the top of the lift hill!

 

If its not broke don't fix it.

 

That being said thankfully its optional and I'll probably try it at least once for Sh*ts and Giggles.