XYZ Posted March 24, 2013 Share Posted March 24, 2013 I found some more construction photos: Supposedly, this is where Windseeker's evac system is stored. Source: Knott's Network Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randomman295 Posted March 24, 2013 Share Posted March 24, 2013 ^I hope it's easy to get that out of there, because I have the feeling that the evacuation scaffold is going to be used a lot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Double0Kevin Posted March 24, 2013 Share Posted March 24, 2013 ^I hope it's easy to get that out of there, because I have the feeling that the evacuation scaffold is going to be used a lot. It's stopped twice in 2 years... Not sure that qualifies as "a lot." I doubt it's going to be used too often, especially since I'm sure they've done work on the ride prevent the previous issues from happening again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cfc Posted March 24, 2013 Share Posted March 24, 2013 ^Yes, it's not like this sort of breakdown was an everyday occurrence (although the media might make it seem that way). But it's good that the park has a way to evac riders if it happens again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SenseOFone Posted March 25, 2013 Share Posted March 25, 2013 No ride should have to have an Evac system Uh, B&M Flyers and Inverted coasters have a platform that is on the lift hill that is used to get people off in case the trains get stuff on the lift. Next time you ride one you can find it pretty easy if you look. Coulda sworn I didn't say anything about catwalks "which all coasters have" but ok. Hey bud, he didn't say anything about Catwalks. In fact, B&M Flyers have no catwalks directly underneath the ride vehicle on the lift. Therefore, there is a platform that can be moved along a rail that is located next to the catwalks on the side of the lift. So just calm your roll Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Clinksalot Posted March 26, 2013 Share Posted March 26, 2013 ^ Thank you. That is why I pointed out the Flyers/Inverted coasters. Yes all coasters have catwalks, that's NOT what I was referring to. The lift hills of these coasters have evac systems, which you stated no ride should have. Guess we are supposed to leave people stranded. People tend to forget that these things are mechanical and just like anything mechanical they can break down. That's like saying your car should never have any issues, get any flat tires or ever need a tune up. it's just not going to happen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJnCFL Posted March 26, 2013 Share Posted March 26, 2013 One more piece to go on CR! That was quick! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vacoaster09 Posted March 26, 2013 Share Posted March 26, 2013 Have to give props to Knotts for deconstructing a ride, doing the grading, and erecting a new coaster (and soon two flats) in such time... all while other major overhauls were taking place (Ghost rider, Boomerang, and Windseeker). It seems weather is on their side however, it amazes me how this can happen while other parks seem to be unable to get one ride up and running in such time. Kudos to Knotts and the Cedar Fair planning/engineering team. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XYZ Posted March 27, 2013 Share Posted March 27, 2013 Wow, that was fast! Coast Rider looks really good. I'm glad Knott's put a new color scheme on Boomerang, the old one would not look good with Coast Rider. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Double0Kevin Posted March 27, 2013 Share Posted March 27, 2013 No ride should have to have an Evac system Uh, B&M Flyers and Inverted coasters have a platform that is on the lift hill that is used to get people off in case the trains get stuff on the lift. Next time you ride one you can find it pretty easy if you look. Coulda sworn I didn't say anything about catwalks "which all coasters have" but ok. Hey bud, he didn't say anything about Catwalks. In fact, B&M Flyers have no catwalks directly underneath the ride vehicle on the lift. Therefore, there is a platform that can be moved along a rail that is located next to the catwalks on the side of the lift. So just calm your roll Wait... someone said rides shouldn't have evac systems? I'm seriously inclined to flip out on this, but I will be calm and just say that of the many, MANY evacuations I've done on amusement park rides, none of them were because the ride was engineered poorly and thus needed the evac system as a back up. Sometimes stuff happens. When a park loses power because some moron drives his car into a power pole nearby, what should happen to the riders? I mean the ride was engineered properly but the power went out... too bad, that thing didn't need an evac system. Even a backup generator for a situation like that is an evac system. It's really mind boggling that someone would think that an evac system should be there as if any sort of machinery could be engineered to never have any issue. Good luck with that. Back on topic, CR looks great and is a great improvement to that area of the park. Can't wait to see the flat in place and the water and landscaping all in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rcdude Posted March 27, 2013 Share Posted March 27, 2013 Coast Rider looks great, and it certainly went up fast. Two weeks ago it was nothing but footers. I'm sure once everything is done this section of the park is going to look really nice. I probably won't be visiting again until mid-April, but it will be interesting to see what the state of construction is at that time. I'm guessing work will have begun on the two flats and they'll be getting ready to begin testing Coast Rider. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MylesG4L Posted March 27, 2013 Share Posted March 27, 2013 I wonder how the queues will be for the 2 flat rides since there's going to be water on that side. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Musketeer Posted March 27, 2013 Share Posted March 27, 2013 I can't wait till they add the grass/plants around Coast Rider. This area should be pretty nice looking when it's done! I absolutely love the color of Coast Rider! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MylesG4L Posted March 27, 2013 Share Posted March 27, 2013 I can't wait till they add the grass/plants around Coast Rider. This area should be pretty nice looking when it's done! I absolutely love the color of Coast Rider! It shal be called "beautiful scenery place with rides in it" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
disney4me2001 Posted March 27, 2013 Share Posted March 27, 2013 it amazes me how this can happen while other parks seem to be unable to get one ride up and running in such time. *cough cough* YOLOcoaster *cough cough* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angry_Gumball Posted March 27, 2013 Share Posted March 27, 2013 Wow that was fast! Last I saw there were just a few supports and the mac-n-cheese colored track sitting in that lot across the street. And I was thinking they'd still be assembling track when we head down there in a few weeks. Now I'm wondering if we'll see it cycle or if that's just pushing my luck/guesswork. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sidra Posted March 27, 2013 Share Posted March 27, 2013 Wow that was quick. Way to go Knotts! Though I probably won't visit Knotts again until WCB I'm looking forward to it. I've loved Knotts for as long as I can remember, it's changed with the times, but I never have a bad time there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
What Now Posted March 27, 2013 Share Posted March 27, 2013 Anybody know if Knott's still does the Twilight admission deal? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randomman295 Posted March 27, 2013 Share Posted March 27, 2013 Anybody know if Knott's still does the Twilight admission deal? Do you mean the $5 after 5-o-clock deal? One of the locals told me over spring break it was still going on, but that's just a rumor to me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
COASTER FREAK 11 Posted March 27, 2013 Share Posted March 27, 2013 Anybody know if Knott's still does the Twilight admission deal? These people will know the correct answer: General Park Phone Number (714) 220-5200 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocket Rodder Posted March 28, 2013 Share Posted March 28, 2013 Wow CR looks good... But have they given any thought to how badly guests WILL confuse GR with CR? This is GP we're talking about. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
disney4me2001 Posted March 28, 2013 Share Posted March 28, 2013 Wow CR looks good... But have they given any thought to how badly guests WILL confuse GR with CR? This is GP we're talking about. This is why I don't really like the Coast Rider name. It's not that it's a bad name (in my opinion), but it will definitely confuse the GP! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randomman295 Posted March 29, 2013 Share Posted March 29, 2013 Not really a trip update, but two weeks ago when I went to Knott's (being a photography student), I took some artsy shots and brought them back to Photoshop for some editing. Let me know what you think. The second overbank of Xcelerator. It was overcast the day that I shot this, so editing in the blue sky was actually pretty hard to do. None of them are really titled in case you're wondering. Yeah, in case you couldn't guess, most of my pictures are going to be of Xcelerator. I took loads of Silver Bullet as well, but I actually think (despite SB being a B&M) that Xcelerator is more photogenic for some reason. Only one train was running the day I took these, so I'm actually really proud that I got this one on the first try. My favorite shot of the trip, this was the only one that I didn't actually have to edit in the blue sky myself. I actually have a name for this one, it's "Windspeed". I would have more of Silver Bullet, but it's so hard to get the colors of the track "right". I still love this one; I think it captures the gloriously funky nature of the Inverted Zero-G rolls. Again, please, let me know what you think. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
154bmag Posted March 29, 2013 Share Posted March 29, 2013 With the overcast on those first 2 Xcelerator photos, they look really sexy. Nice photos Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G$ Kurt Posted March 29, 2013 Share Posted March 29, 2013 Xelerator Pics are good. Silver Bullet pic has some focus problems. What are you shooting with? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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