cfc Posted July 6, 2014 Share Posted July 6, 2014 Does anyone think the divided seats on rebel yell are pretty small and tight? I noticed that they were pretty snug. Yes, they are. They added them a couple of years ago, and they are snug, but I like them in the turnaround as it prevents you from sliding around. I have a feeling it has to do eighth PTC Trains. The seats on Grizzly and Hurler seem tighter to me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schwarzillard Posted July 6, 2014 Share Posted July 6, 2014 Does anyone think the divided seats on rebel yell are pretty small and tight? I noticed that they were pretty snug. Yes, they are. They added them a couple of years ago, and they are snug, but I like them in the turnaround as it prevents you from sliding around. I have a feeling it has to do eighth PTC Trains. The seats on Grizzly and Hurler seem tighter to me. The Hurler needs them, as I bounce around when I ride it. But yes, I found that many seats on KD's coasters are tighter than usual. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scooterdoug Posted July 6, 2014 Share Posted July 6, 2014 Hi everyone (especially you KD locals). I've seen some of the recent advice you've given regarding crowds and wait times. Very useful info! I also plan on visiting (for my first time) on Tuesday, July 29. I plan on getting Fast Lane Plus, simply because I want to make the most of my time there and don't know if and when I'll be getting back for another visit. Frankly, I'd like to ride Volcano more than once, and that alone would make Fast Lane Plus worth it for me. I do have a couple of questions regarding the FL+ system. 1. Since the consensus seems to be that crowds won't be anywhere near heavy during the week, could I wait off on buying FL+ until I get there, or is pre-purchasing online recommended to avoid the risk of them selling out? 2. How does the system work. I see that FL+ does not allow front row seating on I305. Does this mean that FL+ people get to choose where they sit on the other rides? Or is it where they seat you on the first available seat? Or, is it a station merge? Thank you for the help. This will help me plan my day better. I can't wait to visit, as I've wanted to go since the I305 ride announcement years ago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cfc Posted July 6, 2014 Share Posted July 6, 2014 (edited) I think it's "station merge" for most of the coasters except I305, which has a separate queue for the front seat. Some coasters use the exit for Fast Lane access, though. Edited July 6, 2014 by cfc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schwarzillard Posted July 6, 2014 Share Posted July 6, 2014 In answer to your questions: 1. I would wait until in the park to purchase the fast lane plus pass. There is a purchasing center near the on ride photo booth of volcano, so you could easily gauge the line and buy it after a ride on volcano, if you think the line is long. If the queue is spilling into the porch-like area in front of volcano, you should buy the pass.The FL passes usually don't sell out. 2. As for i305, they won't put you in the front row with FL+, they will probably put you near the back, if not the back row. For the rest of the FL rides, the wait usually isn't that long (with the exception of Dominator/ FOF). Flight of Fear is extremely similar to the one at KI, but it is smoother. Hope this helps you make a decision! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaykethekid Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 I think it's "station merge" for most of the coasters except I305, which has a separate queue for the front seat. Some coasters use the exit for Fast Lane access, though. Wait is the separate que for the front just for fast lane or public. If so where do I find it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Intimidator305 Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 ^ Public... you'll see it no worries The line splits in two in front of the station. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
palmerleeberry Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 Does anyone think the divided seats on rebel yell are pretty small and tight? I noticed that they were pretty snug. Thank my lucky stars; I thought my was getting fat! kINGS dOMINION - BETCHA YOU CAN'T DO IT ALL!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaykethekid Posted July 9, 2014 Share Posted July 9, 2014 I've noticed the same thing with timberwolf at worlds of fun. Seems ubearably small Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Komar Posted July 9, 2014 Share Posted July 9, 2014 I'm going to kings dominion next Friday. I want to ride everything to make sure I do what do you guys recommended that have been to the park to go on first and so on?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Intimidator305 Posted July 9, 2014 Share Posted July 9, 2014 Volcano, Flight of Fear, Intimidator 305 then whatever you want in whatever order. Hit Dominator in the late afternoon as that line gets shorter as the crowds move further back in the park (and WaterWorks) as the day goes on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Komar Posted July 9, 2014 Share Posted July 9, 2014 You think it will be crowded then? Is it worth a fast lane pass?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Intimidator305 Posted July 9, 2014 Share Posted July 9, 2014 ^ Nah no need for it at Kings Dominion. If you ride Volcano first at opening, you'll be fine throughout the rest of the day. Even with a full queue Volcano's line is just a little more than an hour thanks to the reconfigured station and line. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smallpox Posted July 9, 2014 Share Posted July 9, 2014 I feel like "head to volcano first" should be part of the thread title or something. I wonder how many times that (good) advice has been given over the course of this thread. but yeah - ride volcano first. its line will only get longer and longer throughout the day. i305 is the better ride, but its line stays short because it moves so many more people per hour. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bmanscool Posted July 9, 2014 Share Posted July 9, 2014 I'm going to kings dominion next Friday. I want to ride everything to make sure I do what do you guys recommended that have been to the park to go on first and so on?? Mr Komar wrote: I'm going to kings dominion next Friday. I want to ride everything to make sure I do what do you guys recommended that have been to the park to go on first and so on?? I'm a local near Kings Dominion, and you can do almost everything at Kings Dominon (not including Water Works) in about 4-5-6 hours on a Friday. I would definitely reccomend riding the Volcano first and avoid riding Dominator first, even though it's the closest ride to the entrance, because it is always a much shorter line later in the day. Intiminator 305 is usually a walk on or a very short line during Fridays in the afternoon (usually a bit longer at night). But other than Volcano, the other ride with a long line are usually Flight Of Fear, Andaconda, Backlot Stunt Coaster, Shenandoah Lumber Company during the summer, and the Flying Eagles isn't a long line, it just takes a long time because of the capacity. The most busiest section of the park is Safari Village. The rest of the park such as Candy Apple Grove, and Old Virginia is usually not very busy at all. I would say the MOST line waits for rides in Candy Apple Grove and Old Virginia would be 15-20 minutes. I wouldn't reccomend a Fast Lane Pass on a Friday, because I have seen some of the Fast Pass rides at Kings Dominion with a line with about the same amount of people in it as the regular line. (Of course not for all the Fast Lane Pass rides). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paladin7485 Posted July 14, 2014 Share Posted July 14, 2014 Went to the park again today (Sunday July 13) and there was hardly any wait on any ride. We rode Dominator front seat twice at 1030am and when we left at 4pm there was still no line on it visible from the parking lot. Definately a good day to go. 95 degrees and spent 3 hours at the water park after 12 and rode nearly every ride in the park from 10am to 12pm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schwarzillard Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Does anybody suspect at all that the unused trademark from Carowinds (either fury... or centurion) could be coming to kings dominion as either a mid sized coaster or a dark ride? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Intimidator305 Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 ^ Unfortunately no. I really believe 2015 will be a continuation of sprucing up the park for year 2 of the 40th Celebration along with a complete renovation of WaterWorks. I'd love to be surprised though! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XYZ Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Does anybody suspect at all that the unused trademark from Carowinds (either fury... or centurion) could be coming to kings dominion as either a mid sized coaster or a dark ride? ...or it could be not used at all. Anyone remember Stratosoar? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schwarzillard Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Good point, this could just be like "white lightning" from carowinds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bmanscool Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Since Carowinds has the "Eight wonders of the world" advertisement for their new coaster, I think the new coaster their will be Centurion. But if Centurion is for Carowinds, what if Fury 325 is for Kings Dominion? It would be something if Kings Dominion received a 325 foot coaster. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bmanscool Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Since Carowinds has the "Eight wonders of the world" advertisement for their new coaster, I think the new coaster their will be Centurion. But if Centurion is for Carowinds, what if Fury 325 is for Kings Dominion? It would be something if Kings Dominion received a 325 foot coaster. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VF15 Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 Since Carowinds has the "Eight wonders of the world" advertisement for their new coaster, I think the new coaster their will be Centurion. But if Centurion is for Carowinds, what if Fury 325 is for Kings Dominion? It would be something if Kings Dominion received a 325 foot coaster. Why would Kings Dominion need another Gigacoaster when they have Intimidator 305? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScreaminNewEngland Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 I'd rather see a big face lift done to both grizzly and hurler. Anaconda would be nice too... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cfc Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 (edited) Since Carowinds has the "Eight wonders of the world" advertisement for their new coaster, I think the new coaster their will be Centurion. But if Centurion is for Carowinds, what if Fury 325 is for Kings Dominion? It would be something if Kings Dominion received a 325 foot coaster. Why would Kings Dominion need another Gigacoaster when they have Intimidator 305? Yeah, I don't see this happening, either. However, Canada's Wonderland has both Behemoth and Leviathan, so I guess anything's possible (just unlikely). Edited July 18, 2014 by cfc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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