robbalvey Posted February 20, 2013 Share Posted February 20, 2013 Well I guess I don't have to do an update for a while. I suppose I'll drop back in when more of White Lightning goes up! Please keep us updated! Things seem to be going fast! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A.J. Posted February 20, 2013 Share Posted February 20, 2013 (edited) More Freedom Flyer is up today. The structure was built by Chance Rides in Wichita, Kansas. Trains are from Vekoma. But the ride design is that of a Vekoma Junior Suspended, right? I'm pretty sure that Chance handles the manufacturing (not the design) of Vekoma rides for the United States. It's definitely a clone of Kvasten. Edited February 20, 2013 by A.J. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrick210 Posted February 20, 2013 Share Posted February 20, 2013 Yes, the design is a clone of Kvasten. Vekoma design, Chance manufactured structure with Vekoma trains. The two large posts supporting the figure 8 are not in yet, but soon. Freedom Flyer layout Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hilltopper39 Posted February 20, 2013 Share Posted February 20, 2013 This whole project really looks great, I can't wait to check it out when it opens. This may be a dumb questions, but is the Waterpark schedule to open at the beginning of June with the rides section, or that a separate phase of the project for the future? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrick210 Posted February 20, 2013 Share Posted February 20, 2013 The one with the water park is an old image. This one is more accurate as to what will open in June, except the Yo-Yo is out and the Paratrooper will probably move to that spot. The Screaming Swing is on hold. The Enterprise is going to be installed, but its exact date of completion is not known (maybe by the grand re-opening). It requires a substantial pit with engineered footers. The water park is a possible use of some of the undeveloped land, but the purchase of a second 10 acres has influenced our future plans. Fun Spot America render Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chittlins Posted February 21, 2013 Share Posted February 21, 2013 (edited) The one with the water park is an old image. This one is more accurate as to what will open in June, except the Yo-Yo is out and the Paratrooper will probably move to that spot. The Screaming Swing is on hold. The Enterprise is going to be installed, but its exact date of completion is not known (maybe by the grand re-opening). It requires a substantial pit with engineered footers. The water park is a possible use of some of the undeveloped land, but the purchase of a second 10 acres has influenced our future plans. Got to think a spinning coaster for the second phase would be sweet. Edited February 21, 2013 by Chittlins Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robbalvey Posted February 21, 2013 Share Posted February 21, 2013 ^ They already have a spinning coaster at their other park in Kissimmee. Would like to see them get this phase done, have it be really successful for them, and THEN start working on their next phase! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scbt Posted February 21, 2013 Share Posted February 21, 2013 Do they own the land that is in the bottom left of the render? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skycoastin Steve Posted February 21, 2013 Share Posted February 21, 2013 ^The land on the bottom left of the render is a rather gross retention pond, and there's a fence separating the Fun Spot property from it, so I'm fairly certain they don't own it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chasecross Posted February 21, 2013 Share Posted February 21, 2013 White Lightning looks pretty awesome! I think that it looks like it will pack a pretty big punch for it's small layout! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrick210 Posted February 21, 2013 Share Posted February 21, 2013 Maybe you aren't aware that Fun Spot now also has 10 acres across the road on the top of the page. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jray21 Posted February 21, 2013 Share Posted February 21, 2013 I really hope this works out well for them. Glad to see that area getting some love! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robbalvey Posted February 23, 2013 Share Posted February 23, 2013 Friend of mine sent me some new pics of the Vekoma... It's going up fast! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chittlins Posted February 23, 2013 Share Posted February 23, 2013 ^ They already have a spinning coaster at their other park in Kissimmee. Would like to see them get this phase done, have it be really successful for them, and THEN start working on their next phase! They have a sky coaster too. I'm thinking more like Undertow spinner not wild mouse. It was just a thought. I'm glad this phase will be done when we hit FLA next Feb. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skycoastin Steve Posted February 24, 2013 Share Posted February 24, 2013 ^^Soooooo was that person affiliated with the park or construction company? Because there are definitely No Trespassing signs all over the site. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Peck Posted February 24, 2013 Share Posted February 24, 2013 Lots of great shots of the Skycoaster going up at their Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/FunSpotAmerica?ref=ts&fref=ts Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skycoastin Steve Posted February 25, 2013 Share Posted February 25, 2013 Went out and watched them top off the Skycoaster this morning, I should have lots of pics tomorrow! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrick210 Posted February 25, 2013 Share Posted February 25, 2013 We finished installing the SkyCoaster Sunday and we were very fortunate that it never rained, everything went smoothly. The SkyCoaster is up and the safety lights are on. There is some painting left to do, but not that much. The lighting is also installed, it will have a very intense green glow at night when those are connected. I've included a few shots from areas that the public can't access. We think this really changes the landscape of north I-Drive. In about a week, the GCI coaster will begin a rapid installation process. Many completed bents are on the ground waiting to go up. The last two main supports for the figure 8 of the Freedom Flyer will also be installed soon. Soon the groundwork will be completed and the pavers will begin to be installed. Things are moving fast. Sunday morning Final section Lining it up Almost there Got it Arch is up Raising the back pole Back pole in place View from the parking lot View from atop the Quad Helix track The Flight Deck of the SkyCoaster View from the Flight Deck Observation platform Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AyTrane Posted February 25, 2013 Share Posted February 25, 2013 Looks great,thanks for the update Patrick! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrick210 Posted February 25, 2013 Share Posted February 25, 2013 Here's a link to the timelapse video of the install, lots of fun! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guy T. Koepp Posted February 25, 2013 Share Posted February 25, 2013 That's pretty cool! I love doing time lapse. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Double0Kevin Posted February 25, 2013 Share Posted February 25, 2013 Awesome. That thing is a beast. It's always weird to see a lattice Skycoaster painted. I think SFMM is the only other one that is painted, but I personally think they look better painted rather than bare steel. Are you guys only having one flight line or two? All the artwork I've seen shows one launch tower but I've never seen a single on a Lattice, and it also looks like there are 2 flight brackets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrick210 Posted February 26, 2013 Share Posted February 26, 2013 The arch structure is capable of handling two flight lines, but we are only going to utilize one. One reason is to save space for the new go kart track, it will pass right over where the other back tower would have been. We would have also had to build another launch extension atop the restaurant building. The rooftop configuration allows maximum usage of space in that area. Also, our experience in Kissimmee tells us that a SkyCoaster of this height doesn't necessarily have enough demand to warrant 2 lines. While quite a few people fly in a year, the wait times are not that long even on busy nights. Plus, we think it is more of a unique event with only one flight at a time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markysharky17 Posted February 26, 2013 Share Posted February 26, 2013 This looks awesome. I'm sure to be here on opening day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Double0Kevin Posted February 26, 2013 Share Posted February 26, 2013 The arch structure is capable of handling two flight lines, but we are only going to utilize one. One reason is to save space for the new go kart track, it will pass right over where the other back tower would have been. We would have also had to build another launch extension atop the restaurant building. The rooftop configuration allows maximum usage of space in that area. Also, our experience in Kissimmee tells us that a SkyCoaster of this height doesn't necessarily have enough demand to warrant 2 lines. While quite a few people fly in a year, the wait times are not that long even on busy nights. Plus, we think it is more of a unique event with only one flight at a time. Totally makes sense. Having worked on a Dual A-Frame for many years, we rarely used both flight lines and when we did it was only for a short period of time to take care of a sudden rush. I agree that one flight line makes it look a little more special than 2 going all the time. Can't wait to make it out to Florida and see all of your improvements! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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