Ed Farmer Posted February 12, 2016 Posted February 12, 2016 It's got to be body type, because I just don't know what else it could be. I'm 5'10" 160 - A B&M Standup in the lineup makes the park a must-visit. They're designs from the days before B&M began mixing Vagisil into the ink they print their blueprints with, second only to their Inverts. Re: Groin-busting (someone mentioned earlier) - It's not so much a technique- just common sense- that solves this problem while you're getting into position before restraints lock.
Genx24 Posted February 12, 2016 Posted February 12, 2016 (edited) It's mostly about height. I've ridden GL so many different ways based off tricks mentioned on this site, and nothing changed the fact that I was getting the snot kicked out of me. It's because I'm only 5'7, so no matter what I do, my head isn't getting above the restraints. Although I will say, even though I only rode it once, my ride on Riddler was infinitely more enjoyable than any of my dozens of rides on GL, so layout might also play a factor. Edited February 12, 2016 by Genx24
Password121 Posted February 12, 2016 Posted February 12, 2016 ^Oh I'm sure it is. I like B&M stand ups more than most people (at least GL) and I'm 5'11" 160 lbs but I'd still take any B&am floorless over any standup. Even if there less intense there's always some sort of discomfort (not in a pussy way, just not enjoyable) with stand ups.
Genx24 Posted February 12, 2016 Posted February 12, 2016 Even if there less intense there's always some sort of discomfort (not in a pussy way, just not enjoyable) with stand ups. Agreed. If it isn't head banging, it's groin pain. Or pain my legs because of all the weight shifting to them during the ride. I guess they're just a model that haven't aged well, because some people talk about how great GL was when it was Chang.
coasterfreak101 Posted February 12, 2016 Posted February 12, 2016 It's got to be body type, because I just don't know what else it could be. I'm 5'10" 160 - A B&M Standup in the lineup makes the park a must-visit. Totally agreed. I'm 5'10" and 135 pounds, and I just don't experience this Guantanamo-level beating that everyone else seems to. My left leg always gets a little sore around the inclined loop, but they're fine after the MCBR. I mean, at least the damn thing is forceful. They're designs from the days before B&M began mixing Vagisil into the ink they print their blueprints with.
strz Posted February 13, 2016 Posted February 13, 2016 <-------so would they run Nitro this weekend is what I'd like to know!
thecoasterdude Posted February 13, 2016 Posted February 13, 2016 With GL, every single time I ride it, right when the train goes into the incline loop, my legs get really sore, and then after the MCBR, the real pain starts. My legs get so sore during the corkscrews and turns, and there is so much headbanging, that I'm literally looking forward to getting off the ride at that point.
coneyislandchris Posted February 13, 2016 Posted February 13, 2016 <-------so would they run Nitro this weekend is what I'd like to know! Oh, COME ON. ...you know damn well they would.
coasterbill Posted February 13, 2016 Posted February 13, 2016 I was wondering the same thing the other day just for fun and realized they wouldn't open the park because they wouldn't expect to make any money but if they had reason to believe people would show up then they would probably send a train up the lift. I give it about a 50% chance of coming back but if it did then I'm sure they'd open it.
Jcoaster Posted February 13, 2016 Posted February 13, 2016 I'm all for the sensation of having my face peeled off at the moment. The offseason is hitting me hard right now, I'd ride anything resembling a coaster right now.
coasterbill Posted February 13, 2016 Posted February 13, 2016 Hit up the Camelback mountain coaster. That thing is surprisingly fun. They have snow tubing / skiing too so it's a cool place to bring a date / kids. It's a pretty good cure for the offseason blues in the NY area. lol
Jcoaster Posted February 13, 2016 Posted February 13, 2016 (edited) Hit up the Camelback mountain coaster. That thing is surprisingly fun. They have snow tubing / skiing too so it's a cool place to bring a date / kids. It's a pretty good cure for the offseason blues in the NY area. lol I've been to the water park, that was about 5 years ago but it was very fun. Always thought they should add a coaster, but then again im biased Edited February 13, 2016 by Jcoaster
boldikus Posted February 13, 2016 Posted February 13, 2016 I'm actually doing OK. I have been watching more POVs than usual LOL, and I think two visits of heavy riding on closing weekend definitely helped. But can we all get excited that we only have 39 DAYS TIL OPENING DAY! Long live HITP!!!
Suspence1127 Posted February 13, 2016 Posted February 13, 2016 Hit up the Camelback mountain coaster. That thing is surprisingly fun. They have snow tubing / skiing too so it's a cool place to bring a date / kids. It's a pretty good cure for the offseason blues in the NY area. lol They also just opened an awesome indoor waterpark! (you have to stay at the Camelback Logde hotel there to go to it though)
coasterbill Posted February 13, 2016 Posted February 13, 2016 Yeah but the Camelback lodge hotel is a ridiculous ripoff. It looks really nice but god damn...
strz Posted February 13, 2016 Posted February 13, 2016 <-------so would they run Nitro this weekend is what I'd like to know! Oh, COME ON. ...you know damn well they would. I needed a good laugh today!!!!!! Well- done!!!!
golfburner1 Posted February 13, 2016 Posted February 13, 2016 Blackbeards will be changed with the addition of the joker. #Harleyquinn
Genx24 Posted February 13, 2016 Posted February 13, 2016 ^ And your source is? Not saying it isn't plausible, but you gotta give us more to work with than a hashtag.
coneyislandchris Posted February 13, 2016 Posted February 13, 2016 I swear to God, I'm not addicted to the construction blog or anything, but it seems like every time I check it they add new photos. Here's the latest, current as of 11:40 AM yesterday; It looks as if they are hauling some serious booty on this, and I remain optimistic they will have it up and running ahead of schedule!
mpmbee Posted February 13, 2016 Posted February 13, 2016 Is this an exact clone of the one down at Fiesta Texas? Looks like a pretty good addition, loving the colours!
Genx24 Posted February 13, 2016 Posted February 13, 2016 ^ Yes, it is. And I agree, the colours are great. Much better than the originally proposed red and yellow.
Password121 Posted February 13, 2016 Posted February 13, 2016 I actually kinda like that the colors are but duller than the ones over at Discovery Kingdom appear to be. When it fades it won't look as ridiculous because we all know this isn't getting painted until March 2034.
Superbatboy Posted February 13, 2016 Posted February 13, 2016 I dunno, this looks just as vibrant as Joker in Cali
DoinItForTheFame Posted February 13, 2016 Posted February 13, 2016 I'm sure they are the same colors.
DevilsFlight Posted February 13, 2016 Posted February 13, 2016 They seem pretty much the same to me. If anything the Joker in Cali is a bit darker but that may be the camera angle or the lighting. Joker in NJ Joker in Cali
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