Six Flags New England (SFNE) Discussion Thread

[TyRush]

Now with Superman back, I really wish for them to paint Mind Eraser a new color. Or just demolish it

[DevilsFlight]

Does anybody know if there will be new trains/restraints or are the current ones just being repainted?

[BoulderDash]

Same trains but they said they will be modified. I am guessing they will be getting the same restraints but I hope they get smaller ones like El Toro. Smaller restraints would actually fit and wouldn't just crush your thighs.

 

It looks like the ride was supposed to have smaller restraints but they were changed at the last minute. They should bring them back because they would basically be like T bars but with a U.

 

[Password121]

Did they just blow off the purple paint or actually repaint it as well? This ride looks way too fresh and shiny for that to not be a full repaint.

[necoastergp]

Did they just blow off the purple paint or actually repaint it as well? This ride looks way too fresh and shiny for that to not be a full repaint.

They blasted the purple off and then repainted.

[Canobie Coaster]

I'm glad the park decided to go all out on the repainting. I just can't wait to see what the new trains look like. In all honesty, I just want those oversized headrests gone.

[neil009]

The red looks SO much better. That purple was just the worst, really made the ride sink into the background.

[Rill'o'beily]

We need to remember that even though the paint isn't THAT thick automatically,

it's still extra thickness if they just repaint over the old paint, and when it comes to coasters...

there's defeniately no room for error.

[coneyislandchris]

The red looks SO much better. That purple was just the worst, really made the ride sink into the background.

I personally loved the purple, but I agree that the red looks fantastic, especially in the snowy weather. Can't wait to get back up there this Spring to check it out!

[CoasterDirected]

I can't wait to ride this this year. My Great Adventure/New England trip is planned and confirmed. This, KK, Wicked Cyclone, and El Toro are easily the ones I am most eager to ride. Now crossing my fingers that I can fly out to LA for Magic Mountain.

[thrillseeker4552]

Wow, I REALLY like the red! I've always enjoyed "Superman" colors on coasters.

[jynx242]

Seeing these pictures of Superman back in its original color makes me remember what a freaking FANTASTIC ride it is! Looks amazing!

[BoulderDash]

Look what is already together! Surprised they didn't wait until opening!

 

[coasterbill]

It'll be downright amazing if this ride opens on Opening Day but I have to admit it looks like it's actually a possibility.

[DJeXeL]

They take about 2 hours to assemble. What's to delay?

[BoulderDash]

I think they are going to have to open it and Superman pretty close to if not on opening day. With LC opening Phobia on May 7th, they can't wait until Memorial Day weekend. They will probably open it around opening. But since the thing is already assembled and Superman is painted, they have no excuse for not having both running on opening day.

[p-sychiatrist]

Superman will definitely be open opening day, considering all they did was paint the ride and its a staple attraction that they can't afford to close (that would leave the park with only 2 thrilling coasters that aren't awful). Fireball won't open until mid to late April at the earliest.

[FaithPlus1]

Fireball is gonna be one hell of a coaster. I wonder hour many thousands of hours they are gonna have to test it before riders get there chance? Will they do a pull through?

[Jcoaster]

The red paint on Superman is gorgeous.

[coasterfreak101]

Superman will definitely be open opening day, considering all they did was paint the ride and its a staple attraction that they can't afford to close (that would leave the park with only 2 thrilling coasters that aren't awful). Fireball won't open until mid to late April at the earliest.

I'm curious if they're trying to get this one open for the start of the season because Superman's going to be ready. Staggering the openings is a little weird - I doubt the parks getting multiple flats will have staggered openings, even if one ride is ready before the others.

[PixelRush]

Fireball is gonna be one hell of a coaster. I wonder hour many thousands of hours they are gonna have to test it before riders get there chance? Will they do a pull through?

How. dare. you call it a coaster... *rage intensifies*

[coneyislandchris]

SFNE announced they'll be having an ERT for season pass holders on Saturday, April 23rd...

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

...on Flashback.

 

Details: https://www.sixflags.com/newengland/special-events/celebration/flashback-exclusive-ride-time

[michaellynn4]

*snicker*

[Canobie Coaster]

I wonder if anyone would be able to ride it for an hour straight. About 15 years ago, I was able to ride Lake Compounce's Zoomerang 7 or 8 times in a row. Now boomerangs are 1 and done for me, even the smoother ones.

[CoasterDirected]

*snicker*

This is a Six Flags park, it would be Twix