thrillgeek Posted March 15, 2010 Share Posted March 15, 2010 Hey if any of you are traveling from the San Francisco CA area I have a question. Or if you know the answer thats great too. What's the best way to prepare for filling up at gas stations along I-5? My worst fear is traveling that way and running out of gas. I doubt I will have a problem but if anybody has any tips that would be much appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guy T. Koepp Posted March 15, 2010 Share Posted March 15, 2010 ^They have gas stations all along the 5. Unless you forget to watch your gas gage, you will have no problem. Incidentally, what kind of car are you driving? All of mine can make it up there on 1 tank. Â Guy "Even the Sedona." Koepp Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thrillgeek Posted March 15, 2010 Share Posted March 15, 2010 I have a 2005 Saturn Ion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guy T. Koepp Posted March 15, 2010 Share Posted March 15, 2010 I don't know what your gas milage is, unless it's uber crummy, but I would think you should be fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Clinksalot Posted March 15, 2010 Share Posted March 15, 2010 Yeah, you should be fine getting from SF to Valencia on one tank of gas. Even if you can't, as Guy said there are gas stations all the way down the 5. There isn't much there as far as "civilization" but there are gas stations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laqueefa Posted March 15, 2010 Share Posted March 15, 2010 Anyone ever stay at the nearby cheapies in Santa Clarita? I'm talking about the Super 8 (Soledad Cyn Rd), Santa Clarita Motel on San Fernando, etc? I'm pretty much ready to just throw down $100 and stay at the Hampton Inn or the Holiday Inn Express right by the park.  Marlon Scott  I've stayed at the Santa Clarita Motel before, its very inexpensive, clean, and super close. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nisshoku Posted March 16, 2010 Share Posted March 16, 2010 Hey if any of you are traveling from the San Francisco CA area I have a question. Or if you know the answer thats great too. What's the best way to prepare for filling up at gas stations along I-5? My worst fear is traveling that way and running out of gas. I doubt I will have a problem but if anybody has any tips that would be much appreciated. Â I've done that drive many times and there are gas stations within ever 30 to 50 miles away from each other. You will be fine. No worries. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SharkTums Posted March 16, 2010 Share Posted March 16, 2010 If you have the ability to stay at the Holiday Inn Express I would choose that and pay more for that over the Super 8 or Santa Clarita Motel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skaunit Posted March 16, 2010 Share Posted March 16, 2010 I haven't heard anything about sell-outs... are there still tickets available for the Knott's day? If so, how late could we register? My girlfriend just informed me that she might be interested in coming with us to the Knott's day, even though she just had surgery last Friday. So she won't be going on many coasters, but she want's to just tag along so as not to spend a whole 2 days by herself in the hotel. Â Anyway, just wanted to know if there are tickets still available, and if you could let us know if there are any left from SFMM as well, just to kill 2 birds with one stone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robbalvey Posted March 16, 2010 Author Share Posted March 16, 2010 I haven't heard anything about sell-outs... are there still tickets available for the Knott's day? If so, how late could we register? My girlfriend just informed me that she might be interested in coming with us to the Knott's day, even though she just had surgery last Friday. So she won't be going on many coasters, but she want's to just tag along so as not to spend a whole 2 days by herself in the hotel. Anyway, just wanted to know if there are tickets still available, and if you could let us know if there are any left from SFMM as well, just to kill 2 birds with one stone. There are actually tickets still available. But not many. I think last time I checked the store inventory it was less then 25.  --Robb Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ebl Posted March 16, 2010 Share Posted March 16, 2010 ^ I was wondering about this as well. To date, I have not signed up, but I believe my weekend is free. If indeed there are a few tickets left, I'll sign up. Â Eric Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laqueefa Posted March 16, 2010 Share Posted March 16, 2010 If you have the ability to stay at the Holiday Inn Express I would choose that and pay more for that over the Super 8 or Santa Clarita Motel. Â Agreed. If you have the funds to spend on the Holiday Inn Express, then definitely go for it. But if you're looking to save some coin, then I'd recommend the Santa Clarita. Its about one step up from most of the motel 6's I've stayed at on tour. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allanreid Posted March 16, 2010 Share Posted March 16, 2010 Any bad news regarding today's earthquake causing structural damage to any of the coasters? Also, will late pickup of packet stuff be available at Knotts Sunday AM? I'll be arriving from a Valencia hotel with a 12 y.o. girl who may not do well with only about 5 hours of sleep. Approx. a 1 1/2 hour drive from Valencia to Knotts at that early an hour? Just read on M.M. website that Saturday is also a Physics Day for kids. That might make Qbots more essential for rides between ERT sessions. Also noted a new Platinum Qbot (that can't possibly be needed in March, could it?) Thanks in advance for any help. Clueless in Massachusetts about all things SoCal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Top Thrill Dragster Posted March 16, 2010 Share Posted March 16, 2010 It was only a 4.4 earthquake, not strong at all. So I HIGHLY doubt there was any damage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G-Force! Posted March 16, 2010 Share Posted March 16, 2010 ^Your right. The rides at KBF are alright as the park is open and the rides are all in operation. Â On a side note, I sure felt it this morning. Woke me up right in the middle of a dream and couldn't go back to sleep Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skaunit Posted March 16, 2010 Share Posted March 16, 2010 sooo, who's excited for this!!!! i am so pumped, I can't wait. I'm getting a 4 day vacation out of it so it's even better, but man, all the coaster time is going to wear me out! I think I will have to try out some of the non-coaster rides at Knott's this time. I went for my first time ever last summer, and I spent the time just knocking out all the coaster credits that I could. Â Josh "super bummed about xcelerator but still insanely excited for WCB2010" Kaufmann. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sherridm Posted March 16, 2010 Share Posted March 16, 2010 If anyone is making the early Sunday morning drive from Valencia to Buena Park & has an extra seat-I am trying to find a ride. I will be happy to pay for gas! I'm staying at a hotel right across from Magic Mountain and need to go to a hotel right by Knotts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Clinksalot Posted March 16, 2010 Share Posted March 16, 2010 A 4.4 earthquake in SoCal really isn't that big of a deal. I didn't even know about it until a whole bunch of people were posting it on their FB pages. Â SFMM is about 50 miles from where it was so I'm sure most people there didn't even feel it. Â I'm totally stoked about Saturday. It's going to be a fun day! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skycoastin Steve Posted March 16, 2010 Share Posted March 16, 2010 I guess I'm in the minority of people that's driving to Knott's the night before instead of waiting for the morning. Our hotel is not even a mile down the street from the park. I figure I'm less likely to run into traffic at midnight than early in the morning, and I can sleep in a little later Sunday morning rather than waking up at the crack o' dawn to drive there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skycoastin Steve Posted March 16, 2010 Share Posted March 16, 2010 I imagine when I get to SFMM this weekend, my reaction will be something similar to this...... Â Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robbalvey Posted March 17, 2010 Author Share Posted March 17, 2010 I guess I'm in the minority of people that's driving to Knott's the night before instead of waiting for the morning. Our hotel is not even a mile down the street from the park. I figure I'm less likely to run into traffic at midnight than early in the morning, and I can sleep in a little later Sunday morning rather than waking up at the crack o' dawn to drive there. I am also driving down to Knott's that night. Â I really do STRONGLY RECOMMEND getting to Knott's early! Â Especially if you have any interest in the backstage tours. Â I have a feeling that most people will get there late and those who do the backstage tours first thing in the morning will probably have a longer time inside the ride. Â --Robb Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nursemelis374 Posted March 17, 2010 Share Posted March 17, 2010 We are getting there mega early on Sunday because I absolutely don't want to miss the tours. It is going to be a long day at Knott's so I figure an afternoon Claimjumper break might be needed! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
odene497 Posted March 17, 2010 Share Posted March 17, 2010 ^I keep hearing talk of Claimjumper, but have never heard of it. What's so good about it? The name makes me think it's a thrift store or something. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cinepro Posted March 17, 2010 Share Posted March 17, 2010 Hey guys, Â A couple quick questions about the SFMM day: Â Are the three tours different (and very short), or the same tour with staggered start times? Â Are breakfast and lunch included in the price? Â Thanks, Â CP Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robbalvey Posted March 17, 2010 Author Share Posted March 17, 2010 (edited) Hey guys, A couple quick questions about the SFMM day:  Are the three tours different (and very short), or the same tour with staggered start times?  Are breakfast and lunch included in the price?  Thanks,  CP The same tour with staggered start times.  Yes, breakfast and lunch are included.  Dinner is optional. Edited March 17, 2010 by robbalvey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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