Busch Gardens Williamsburg (BGW BGE) Discussion Thread

[DJeXeL]

Oh ok, Thanks. Wasn't doubting you, I was just curious.

[DrachenfireOP]

Hah no worries! I wanted a picture. It was actually a bit tacky, since it was just one wheel, and even on the same bogie it had LNM rims. I wonder if they're starting to have trouble getting replacement parts?

[Comeagain?]

I'd bet they didn't have the right one in stock and wanted to keep running the rest of the train. The wheel works, and was ready to go. No sense in running with less capacity while they waited for the replacement from S&S.

[jray21]

It sounds like you did have a good day at the park!

[Jcoaster]

I'm heading down to the park for the first time in 11 years at the end of June on a Monday. How are crowds then and should I head to Tempesto at opening due to lines?

[cfc]

^The crowd on Monday won't be too bad, but you should still hit Tempesto first before the line gets too long.

[Jcoaster]

^The crowd on Monday won't be too bad, but you should still hit Tempesto first before the line gets too long.

 

Thanks... I am beyond excited to be finally heading back to this spectacular park.

[CPmillenia94]

Can you elaborate on how alpengeist was trimmed?? Were the trims notably less strong? I really wish they would just stop trimming the ending of the ride because it is such an amazing coaster even with the trims.

[DrachenfireOP]

The block brakes basically weren't trimming at all. The crown trimmed some but not as much as some seasons. The cobra roll was a lot more smooth ad a result, and there was basically no rattle. It was awesome.

 

Unfortunately like I said Apollo was running sluggish though. It'd be fun to go when both are hauling!

[beenagins87]

So I'm thinking about doing that KD & BG one day combo ticket deal they have this summer, do I buy it at the park, or since it's a special deal, do I have to buy it elsewhere??

[cfc]

Ate some good stuff at BGW's Food and Wine Festival today--gyoza from the new East Asia booth and the gumbo from the new Bourbon Street booth really stood out.

Edited May 25, 2015 by cfc

[DCSportsAndCoasters]

I think Alpengeist badly needs those new trains (the Banshee ones). I love it's intense layout, but the current trains with it's ginormous restraints make the ride so painful if you don't sit in the front.

[DCSportsAndCoasters]

I think Alpengeist badly needs those new trains (the Banshee ones). I love it's intense layout, but the current trains with it's ginormous restraints make the ride so painful if you don't sit in the front.

[cfc]

I've never found Alpengeist to be a "painful" ride, no matter what seat you're in. The only potentially rough part is the cobra roll, and even that isn't all that bad.

Edited May 26, 2015 by cfc

[Propeller Factory]

I've never found Alpengeist to be a "painful" ride, no matter what seat you're in. The only potentially rough part is the cobra roll, and even that isn't all that bad.

 

Agreed. They're just very bulky restraints, but the ride itself isn't uncomfotable.

[bert425]

do the Busch coasters accommodate guests of a larger size?

 

I know that the Cedar Fair parks typically have some big=boy seats.

 

I'm about the same as I was last year for our Penn. trip, and I had no trouble there, but just trying to plan ahead for any disappointment

[Jcoaster]

Are there any twilight tickets offered at Busch or should I just purchase the fun card for a 2 day trip? If so are there any discounts for the fun card?

[Sphantom91]

Hah no worries! I wanted a picture. It was actually a bit tacky, since it was just one wheel, and even on the same bogie it had LNM rims. I wonder if they're starting to have trouble getting replacement parts?

I actually saw it too; however it didn't have the notches that the Drachen Fire wheels had. It looked more like a Vekoma wheel to me. Similar to the ones on the new boomerang trains.

[mpmbee]

I've just purchased tickets for my visit to the park this summer and managed to save $15 per ticket by typing in BGWValPak at the checkout. Pretty nice saving when there are a few of you to buy tickets for. Thought I would mention it incase there is anyone reading that will be buying tickets for the park soon.

[bert425]

I've just purchased tickets for my visit to the park this summer and managed to save $15 per ticket by typing in BGWValPak at the checkout. Pretty nice saving when there are a few of you to buy tickets for. Thought I would mention it incase there is anyone reading that will be buying tickets for the park soon.

 

thanks for the tips.

 

you also get a good discount thru Club TPR. . you should check out joining - especially if you visit several parks in a year.

[Seabass2001313]

I'm going to the park Tom., what should I expect? Any tips would be appreciated as well!

[cfc]

^Your question is a bit broad, but I think the one key piece of advice for this season is to get on Tempesto first thing.

Edited June 3, 2015 by cfc

[bert425]

^Your question is a bit broad, but I think the one key piece of advice for this season is to get on Tempesto first thing.

 

we're planning two days, so we'll likely skip it the first day, so that way if we wait in line the 2nd, no worries.

 

Lemme know if you're going to be in the park either day we're there and want to meet up to say 'hi'

 

(we're planning to be there on 6/16 & 6/17 -- tho that might switch up a little depending on weather (if rain, we'll do Colonial Williamsburg museums on that day)).

[Rollercoaster Rider]

I'm going to the park Tom., what should I expect? Any tips would be appreciated as well!

 

 

See the Pet Show!

 

I suggest doing the park in a clockwise fashion.

[Nozzy]

I'm going to the park Tom., what should I expect? Any tips would be appreciated as well!

 

 

See the Pet Show!

 

I suggest doing the park in a clockwise fashion.

 

That pet show was one of the biggest wastes of time I've ever sat through. Chuck warned my friend and I to stay away, but alas we were tired and foolish...