_koppen Posted April 9, 2014 Posted April 9, 2014 *crosses fingers* that they never have to put up a noise shield there.
Nrthwnd Posted April 9, 2014 Posted April 9, 2014 I think we have a winner! June can't get here fast enough. (For the TPR Tour)
Loefet Posted April 10, 2014 Posted April 10, 2014 ^ Must be, there are more in this image. And if they are running people now, then it may soon be time for some POV action Looks like Andreas Andersen in the back left seat on the train
Loefet Posted April 10, 2014 Posted April 10, 2014 (edited) Can I replace a water dummy? The idea about sneaking into the park in a white bodysock have crossed my mind Edited April 10, 2014 by Loefet
elarsson Posted April 10, 2014 Posted April 10, 2014 Wow, they've really gotten quite far along now. I've never gone on the season opening day before how are the crowds usually? Early in the season they're usually not bad at all but I figure the first day might be worse.
Loefet Posted April 10, 2014 Posted April 10, 2014 I would say light compared to the high season in July. But now when Helix opens, I would think that everyone in the park will be going for a ride on Helix, so I wouldn't be surprised to see a queue of over 1 hour on Helix at points during the day. It was the same case when Balder opened. Going on the next day instead might be a better idea if you want to get a few rides on Helix.
elarsson Posted April 10, 2014 Posted April 10, 2014 Going on the next day instead might be a better idea if you want to get a few rides on Helix. You're probably right. On the other hand, there's nothing stopping me from going both the first and second days .
Loefet Posted April 11, 2014 Posted April 11, 2014 ^ I'm thinking the same way, but also probably the next weekend, and the next and the next and next Season pass FTW!! Blog update - cables, lot's of cables, and a word from the CEO Lisa have posted a small peak into some of the power and control cabinets, and also given some incredible statistics on how much cables Helix actually uses. * There are a total of 30000 meters of cables to hook up the launches from the main power box. * It have taken 7 months to complete all the connections. * There are 117 electrical cabinets on the launches, 43 on the first and 74 on the second launch. * At the station there at 17 racks with connections and cables. * The manual for the electrical work is on 1600 pages with another 800 pages of appendixes. * For the sound system alone in the station there are 5000 meter of cables. Source: http://projekthelix.se/manga-mil-kabel-till-helix/ Also Andreas Andersen also posted a few on his views on how the rides on Helix yesterday made him a really happy CEO. And some of the results were: 1. The Layout is AMAZING! The drama, rhythm, length, amazing!! 2. The ride isn't too much as he were afraid of, it's just 1300 meters of non-stop enjoyment And also he was really amazed over the bit after the zero-g where you twist before diving into the helix Source: http://www.lisebergblogg.se/andreas/runaway-bride/ I can't wait to ride it now!! Cables Lots of cables Main control system Warning, loads of power inside
Ap0ptosis Posted April 11, 2014 Posted April 11, 2014 Today's lession: I will not become an electrician.
per2012 Posted April 11, 2014 Posted April 11, 2014 How long will it take before Helix gains some more speed? Liseberg doesn't want to make a POV before helix gains some more speed
gerstlaueringvar Posted April 11, 2014 Posted April 11, 2014 ^ That's a wise move given that iRat got quite a lot of judgement last year for the test run POV.
Loefet Posted April 11, 2014 Posted April 11, 2014 Went by the park earlier to try and get some video of a test run, waited for about an hour without any movement, so I ended up with nothing But Lisebergbanan, Balder, and a selection of other rides were testing though. Andreas Andersen on Helix.
Jon Sabo Posted April 11, 2014 Posted April 11, 2014 Went by the park earlier to try and get some video of a test run, waited for about an hour without any movement, so I ended up with nothing But Lisebergbanan, Balder, and a selection of other rides were testing though. In my best J. Wellington Wimpy voice: Dear Mr. Andersen , "I'll gladly pay you Tuesday for a ride on Helix today!" *Super jealous* But, I know the wait to ride it will be worth the trip!
KBrylczyk Posted April 11, 2014 Posted April 11, 2014 Two months til I'm riding this monster. Cannot wait!
Ap0ptosis Posted April 11, 2014 Posted April 11, 2014 Two months til I'm riding this monster. Cannot wait! The profile pic makes this comment golden.
Loefet Posted April 12, 2014 Posted April 12, 2014 (edited) ^ It's just ticked over to 2 weeks left. Had the opportunity to drive by the park today as well, needed to do some shopping in the city, of course I had the camera with me and even stopped by the parking garage roof to try and get some testing images today as well, but again, nothing Well, not really nothing, since they were testing the big wheel, and there were some scaffolding works around the Helix station, but no testing which I hoped for. Also according to what Lisa posted yesterday, then it seems like they only got one train at the moment, the second one is in transit, and when the third one is due to arrive is not known at this point. Did on the other find an email when I got home with a very nice link in it. Now I don't really care that I didn't see anything earlier I'm not allowed to share the link with you all though since it's highly unofficial at this point, but I'm pretty sure that you will see it soon enough So look forward to it Edited April 12, 2014 by Loefet
Zingao Posted April 12, 2014 Posted April 12, 2014 Did on the other find an email when I got home with a very nice link in it. Now I don't really care that I didn't see anything earlier I'm not allowed to share the link with you all though since it's highly unofficial at this point, but I'm pretty sure that you will see it soon enough So look forward to it OMG its the POV.
Ap0ptosis Posted April 12, 2014 Posted April 12, 2014 How about a review of that highly unofficial link!?
Loefet Posted April 12, 2014 Posted April 12, 2014 ^^ I know nuthin' ^ OK, here goes: The thing that the link points towards looks really delicious Sort of confirmed my fears somewhat, but also put other things in a new light, but I hope that it will all be great once you get a proper perspective
Frippeman Posted April 12, 2014 Posted April 12, 2014 Now we are all curious. What fears were confirmed?
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