michielh3 Posted May 9, 2009 Share Posted May 9, 2009 I think the trains look very cool , I agree that they don't fit a wooden coaster , but they probably fit the theme quite good Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
O Demon Avenger Posted May 9, 2009 Share Posted May 9, 2009 Very good job on the design. Hot and Sexy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wes Posted May 9, 2009 Share Posted May 9, 2009 It's possible that since the machines have taken over, the Resistance is forced to start again from the bare bones, hence the wooden coaster idea. I may be reaching, but it's the way that I see it as working if they are going to make the ride fit the theming. Why are you guys even worried about figuring this out? It's not like anyone asks for an explanation as to why the Batcave has an inverted coaster in it, or why Superman's ice fortress needs a 400 foot escape tower. Six Flags story telling theming has always been half hearted and rarely extends onto the actual ride. It's a wooden coaster with some Terminator props in the line. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atem122 Posted May 9, 2009 Share Posted May 9, 2009 ^...and a heartline roll Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daveydo5172 Posted May 9, 2009 Share Posted May 9, 2009 A combo in the track structure, wood and steel, old looking pieces of steel, something looking like they threw together whatever they could salvage, bits of wood, metal sheeting and I-beams from some warehouse building.....thats what would have made this 100% complete.(obviously, the coaster built all out of wood, with faux steel pieces attached as well), the structure alone would make people scared about riding it......something that looks right out of a Mad Max movie....not a traditional modern steel coaster though, that would have been uncreative....a woodie is perfect for this theme, just something that looks thrown together, made out of whatever possible from the scraps of the apocalypse....thats what they should have done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daveydo5172 Posted May 9, 2009 Share Posted May 9, 2009 In the supports structure I meant..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nrdyboii Posted May 9, 2009 Share Posted May 9, 2009 This just in on...LA times terminator salvation theming was revealed. and i quote... Movie stars add backstory to Terminator coaster at Six Flags Magic Mountain Riders queuing up to board the new Terminator Salvation wooden roller coaster at Six Flags Magic Mountain this summer will get survival instructions from two of the movie’s stars: rapper/actor Common and model/actress Moon Bloodgood. Currently under construction, the $10-million coaster will feature an additional $1 million in theming to tie in with the ride’s “Terminator Salvation” movie storyline. While waiting in the queue, riders will be encouraged via video clips featuring Common and Bloodgood to “join the resistance” and help fight the Terminator robots. Common, who plays a soldier named Barnes in the movie, and Bloodgood, who portrays pilot Blair Williams, will explain the key points of the movie’s plot while laying out the ride’s back story. During the “training session,” riders are warned that the “machines are coming” and to “go to the safe house” to await further instructions. The “safe house” in this case will be the coaster loading station, which will be filled with movie props and memorabilia including Terminator robots. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaulMartz37 Posted May 9, 2009 Share Posted May 9, 2009 Er, the trains look like they belong on an indoor spinning coaster, like The Dark Knight rides. But they're probably look better once all the props are up and especially after walking through the queue and preshow. Any thoughts on if they've add lights for effect when riding at night? That would be pretty interesting. This may not be relevant but I know that this is the first Terminator of a new trilogy. Is it possible that the ride will tie not only into Salvation but possibly the other movies? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atem122 Posted May 9, 2009 Share Posted May 9, 2009 ^If it was Terminator: the ride then maybe, but they really went into specifics with the name, so I'm betting it'll only be salvation Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ghost007jas Posted May 9, 2009 Share Posted May 9, 2009 It's possible that since the machines have taken over, the Resistance is forced to start again from the bare bones, hence the wooden coaster idea. I may be reaching, but it's the way that I see it as working if they are going to make the ride fit the theming. Why are you guys even worried about figuring this out? It's not like anyone asks for an explanation as to why the Batcave has an inverted coaster in it, or why Superman's ice fortress needs a 400 foot escape tower. Six Flags story telling theming has always been half hearted and rarely extends onto the actual ride. It's a wooden coaster with some Terminator props in the line. Because some of us have a differing opinion from the "Terminator + Wood Coaster = Doesn't work" crowd. I don't see what's wrong with trying to explain a contrasting point of view. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robbalvey Posted May 9, 2009 Author Share Posted May 9, 2009 their training, they become “resistance fighters” and board the roller coaster. Dude, you really need to read our posting rules before you post or do anything on TPR again: http://www.themeparkreview.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=21962 I've already had to edit your avatar, delete one of your posts and edit another. If you can't follow our very simple posting rules, do not post here. --Robb EDIT - I've just had to delete ANOTHER one of your posts. Seriously, if you post again, and it's crap, your account will be banned. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobra_roll06 Posted May 9, 2009 Share Posted May 9, 2009 I really don't like the trains. Personally I think they look cheap, tacky and remind of the metal floors used on carnival rides. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kalepi_Konei Posted May 9, 2009 Share Posted May 9, 2009 I think the trains look perfectly fine, i think once their on the track testing they will look great, i just hope that the front train will have something cool on the front of it instead of wat the other cars do. I was kinda hoping the very front train car would have a metallic Terminator face on it. Oh well, and as for the trains, I don't think they'd look any better on the track because metal doesn't really go well with wood. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeachKidBoy Posted May 9, 2009 Share Posted May 9, 2009 Sleek looking trains. The black and grey with 'machine accents' look hot. It looks like the sound system will play facing towards the rider whereas X2 plays from the side and back of your head. If this is so, where are the speakers for the front row riders? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
holyblakbelt Posted May 9, 2009 Share Posted May 9, 2009 Wow, that, is, AWESOME! GCI wins again at what they do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KDFAN Posted May 9, 2009 Share Posted May 9, 2009 Did someone buy SFMM? Thats great themeing for SF Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magic70 Posted May 9, 2009 Share Posted May 9, 2009 The cars look cool. I think that a wooden coaster gives a more out of control feel that most wooden coasters go for which makes perfect sense for this coaster. A steel coaster would have worked no doubt but it would have been expected and probably met with the same critics like this one was. Anyway, I think many of you are dogging the front panels a little to harshly considering that you'd probably never really see them since they'll be connected to another car. I only hope that the actual lead car don't have that ugly bannister that the older MF trains have and have a truly original lead car or a bannisterless front like prowler. I guess we'll see Sunday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
megamatt Posted May 9, 2009 Share Posted May 9, 2009 That looks very nice. It screams "Terminator" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ebl Posted May 9, 2009 Share Posted May 9, 2009 On a slightly different note, I got an e-mail from our ACE rep, and ACE won't be participating in the Media Day festivities. Apparently, the park didn't need their participation. Eric Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Disneylander Posted May 9, 2009 Share Posted May 9, 2009 The new trains look absolutely sweet! I'm psyched out for Sunday and the beginning of testing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kennyweird Posted May 9, 2009 Share Posted May 9, 2009 After seeing those trains, I think this is going to be the most ill-themed ride in the world. In all honesty though, I don't care as long as it's a good coaster. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Starr Posted May 10, 2009 Share Posted May 10, 2009 Looks like I should be following twitter more often! @diablocody Beat on the street is that you're into the new Terminator Salvation ride. I've got front seat tix to a private VIP event. U in? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coolcalicoaster Posted May 10, 2009 Share Posted May 10, 2009 Sorry, but I don't think they look as good as everyone else seems to think. Deep down, the theme doesn't fit a wooden coaster, and these sheet metal trains don't either. I couldn't agree more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daniel922861 Posted May 10, 2009 Share Posted May 10, 2009 Sorry, but I don't think they look as good as everyone else seems to think. Deep down, the theme doesn't fit a wooden coaster, and these sheet metal trains don't either. I couldn't agree more. Why does everyone have to negatively critique this ride? Why doesn't wood fit the proposed theme of Terminator and why don't the trains fit the coaster? You haven't seen the movie and you have not been on the ride to see all that it offers. Just appreciate the ride for it's main purpose--fun. I mean, what's next--the electrical wiring is too complex or the lift chain is too slow, or the wheels are too shiny? Just appreciate the ride for what it's main objective is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vekoma Fan Boy Posted May 10, 2009 Share Posted May 10, 2009 ^...and a heartline roll Uhh. What? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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