Holiday World (HW) Discussion Thread

[Real]

Apparently Gravity Group is using a new technique in the design of their rides because many people have claimed that Hades is odddly smooth. Very smooth.

 

They are doing something with the fabrication of the wood rails and steel running rails (well duh) and its supposed to prolong the life of these rides and make these MUCH larger wooden rides more stable and longer lasting.

 

 

 

I must say the few POV stills Ive seen of Hades do stand out as "different" I just cant put my finger on what.

 

 

 

Lets hope this is both true and works out. We could see a newer age of larger wooden coasters.

 

 

 

I also find dragster to be a good rush. I love a good speed feeling. Height does nothing for me however. But I love going fast.

[TwistedTrack]

thats definently going to be an awsome coaster. nice and long and best of all airtime!

[ShannonSomerville]

I haven't been back to Holiday World since 2003. Now,I have a reason to go back. Saw the layout,it looks insane!!! Planning a trip to go there,and to Beech Bend next year. Take care SES

[disneygurlz2s]

If you haven't been on Holiday World's Holiblog for a day or two, check it out.... Paula's posted some details on the Sally dark ride for the new Thanksgiving section!!!

 

http://www.holidayworld.com/holiblog/holiblog.html

 

 

This looks and sounds like a blast. We can't wait!

 

Shari

[BiCoastal Kid]

Hehehe

 

I showed this to people in the chat yesterday. I found it SO amusing. :o

[PhishyBrewer]

 

I think it's a turkey caller. Still... WTF?

[CoasterFanatic]

We want GUNS!

 

// Han shot first

[MagnumForce]

If you were hunter you would understand the turkey call, it looks awesome and I am glad it will be something a bit different.

 

THis dark ride will round out HW's rides far more then the new coaster will.

[Homer]

That is the most badass gun ever...

[pianojohn]

I had almost forgotten about the dark ride in addition to the Voyage! I will definately be there in 2006! Woo hoo!

[Spookbaby]

OMG... That's the most AWESOME DRAK RIDE EVER! Or that I've ever been on for that matter. Turkey call??? GENIUS! *Muah*

[BiCoastal Kid]

See, this is why I've been more excited about the dark ride from day one.

[robbalvey]

Are you all psyched about one of the best looking coasters for 2006? You ARE? Want to see more? Head on over to Holiday World's site and check out the latest construction photos:

 

http://www.holidayworld.com/holiblog/2005/09/voyage-verse.html

 

Here's a little teaser:

 

 

And there are plenty more where that came from if you click the link above!

 

--Robb

Edited September 20, 2005 by robbalvey

[tngdiablo]

Oh my sweet Jesus. I think....I'm going to cry. That looks incredible, not to mention work is going at a great pace. Can't wait to see this one finished. This should be shown to Six Flags Great Adventure, make them get a move on constructing the new Intamin wooden.

[DenDen]

Wow, that drop looks steep!

[DragonKhan]

Steepest in the US it'll be I think...

 

Even though the update is rather old, thanks for posting it on here. There should be a few more pics sometime soon.

 

Here are more:

http://negative-g.com/HolidayWorld/HW2006/Construction/2006-Construction-index.htm

[robbalvey]

It's not THAT old....the photos are from 5 days ago!

 

--Robb

[Stitch]

The track looks so strange with out it's rails on , it kind of looks like a flume. Could you imagine putting plywood on the track instead of rails and riding it on a skate board :shock:

[SonOfBeastSucks]

I think the ride looks amazing and better than the parks two other woodies. I'm glad I live in Indiana!

[michaelwmoss]

Droooooollll. I love living in Indiana!!

[Sir Clinksalot]

When are we going to Holiday World next year???

[Guest]

I will be there opening day, and the last week of June for my group of friends we are calling it Wood Coaster Pilgrimidge. We are hitting BB the same week.

 

IS IT MAY YET?????

 

 

Katie

[michaelwmoss]

Chances are I'll be there too. Regardless ,it's going to be a whale of a summer next year!!

[rosscoe]

Santa Claus, Indiana

 

Who would have know that there really is a santa claus, guess what i'm asking for!!

 

Time to head back to the USA

[benzo41190]

The track looks so strange with out it's rails on , it kind of looks like a flume. Could you imagine putting plywood on the track instead of rails and riding it on a skate board :shock:

 

you will see me on the news..."person rides down a coaster track with a skate board"! Wow! there would be so much speed :mrgreen: And I though going on a 35 ft. Half Pipe was extreme :shock: