The Geek Mojo Posted November 19, 2013 Share Posted November 19, 2013 Thanks TPR for such great IAAPA coverage...It's like Christmas for Amusement Park News. Great new concepts from a lot of companies. I love that we're getting different kinds of coasters like a 500ft El Loco. Why argue what it is called or if it has to be an Intamin or B&M traditional coaster or not...Who cares what it is...Just build it and let me ride it already! Love the news...Keep it coming! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rollercoaster Rider Posted November 19, 2013 Share Posted November 19, 2013 ^I think Drop and Spalsh is a ride that kids, in particular, will like. Â I would probably compare it more to a family ride like a Rock N' Tug Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markysharky17 Posted November 19, 2013 Share Posted November 19, 2013 Wow, this is so cool! Is there any more information on the 500ft coaster going into Orlando? Only an hour and a half from where I live! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PalmTree55 Posted November 19, 2013 Share Posted November 19, 2013 Did anyone notice this shuttle coaster in the background at the end of GCI's new video? Â Â If that is Sidewinder, then you can see Sport Authority Field in the background as well, which is directly next to Elitch Gardens. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndrewRnR Posted November 19, 2013 Share Posted November 19, 2013 Wow, this is so cool! Is there any more information on the 500ft coaster going into Orlando? Only an hour and a half from where I live! Â Did I miss something or do we know it is Orlando for sure? While a good guess would be Orlando, somewhere like Daytona or Miami wouldn't surprise me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rollercoaster Rider Posted November 19, 2013 Share Posted November 19, 2013 Did anyone notice this shuttle coaster in the background at the end of GCI's new video? Â Â If that is Sidewinder, then you can see Sport Authority Field in the background as well, which is directly next to Elitch Gardens. Â Â Is it going where Flying Coaster was? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coastercody27 Posted November 19, 2013 Share Posted November 19, 2013 Did anyone notice this shuttle coaster in the background at the end of GCI's new video? Â Â If that is Sidewinder, then you can see Sport Authority Field in the background as well, which is directly next to Elitch Gardens. Â Â Is it going where Flying Coaster was? Â Â Looks like it from what I know of the park and what is shown in the video Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yay101 Posted November 19, 2013 Share Posted November 19, 2013 I'm not sure what the locals think of it, but could Elitch's possible new GCI even be a replacement of Twister II (if it lost popularity)? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TPDave Posted November 19, 2013 Share Posted November 19, 2013 Wow, what a kick off to IAAPA! Great coverage too, thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
COASTER FREAK 11 Posted November 19, 2013 Share Posted November 19, 2013 GCI has a second video on their youtube page showing another brand new coaster concept. Not sure if its ok to share it yet. But its on their official youtube page for all to see. Â Did you mean this one? Â [youtu_be] [/youtu_be] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrapesLie Posted November 19, 2013 Share Posted November 19, 2013 ^ Take this concept and build a wilder version of Black Diamond at Knoebels! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coastercody27 Posted November 19, 2013 Share Posted November 19, 2013 Actually if you look close when it gets to the top of the hill before the reverse section not only can you see Sidewinder but you can see the yellow boomerang coaster and the white wooden structure of Twister II Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simaticable Posted November 19, 2013 Share Posted November 19, 2013 China is going to be the home of 4 new GG coasters. 3 in 2014, 1 in 2015. All according to TPR FB. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rollercoaster Rider Posted November 19, 2013 Share Posted November 19, 2013 I wonder if the GG coasters are better over there than in the US? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mhuffva Posted November 19, 2013 Share Posted November 19, 2013 Did anyone see a Cigar Smoking Frog hopping around the Garner Holt booth? He would be about 2-3 feet tall, green, wears a bowler hat and plays the piano. Â Seems like Cedar Fair and Garner Holt have pretty solid partnership going on right now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rcdude Posted November 19, 2013 Share Posted November 19, 2013 (edited) Well, it happened again...IAAPA started and I got distracted from my school work . Seriously, other than reports from TPR tours this is the coverage I look forward to most every year. It sounds like there are some interesting concepts this year. I always love GCI's ideas, even if they aren't the most innovative, and it's neat to see them branching out a bit from the standard twister designs they've become known for. The Mack Splash and Drop also looks like a great family water ride...perhaps Knott's will be getting one in Camp Snoopy next year (also related to Knott's, Garner Holt redoing the Calico Mine Ride will be the do not miss for So Cal next year). I can't wait for the video interviews, as those tend to be quite interesting. Â Also, at the assumptions the Switchback is going to Elitch Gardens. I remember similar thoughts when the one that used SFFT as the backdrop premiered. Not saying it won't happen, but GCI does these concept videos every year and I don't think one has been built yet. Then again, there are rumors that Lake Monster is being done by GCI and the same company owns both Darien Lake and Elitch Gardens... Edited November 19, 2013 by rcdude Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
netdvn Posted November 19, 2013 Share Posted November 19, 2013 A few quick notes. Â - I want those coaster cars. Who do I have to pay to snag one of those? The Goliath and Coastersaurus trains are definitely badass. I'll settle for a Smiler or Proslide model if the trains are out of the question. - Observation coasters are such a great idea. I'm glad more parks are opting for them. - One of those plush beer mugs would look great next to my plush banana. - I'll believe Elitch Gardens gets a new GCI after Fiesta Texas builds their Aeroplane clone. That design still looks sweet. - Did Intamin really serve alcohol at their bar setup? That's pretty awesome (and a good way to get potential clients ) - Can't wait for the interviews portion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodie Warrior Posted November 19, 2013 Share Posted November 19, 2013 A few notes I have: Â -The new Mack water ride looks to have great theme potential, but the overall ride looks a little boring. -All the new coaster trains look great! -I'd love it if manufacturers sold models of coasters! I'd be into collecting those. (but who wouldn't? ) -In the photo of that one company's display I noticed pictures of the sheriff guy from RSR and the Ariel ride. Doesn't Disney build all of their own AA's? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yay101 Posted November 19, 2013 Share Posted November 19, 2013 I think Navy Pier in Chicago should get a Polercoaster! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndrewRnR Posted November 19, 2013 Share Posted November 19, 2013 A few quick notes.- Did Intamin really serve alcohol at their bar setup? That's pretty awesome (and a good way to get potential clients ) Â Most booths serve some kind of beverage... especially later in the day when business turns more social (the last hour is usually the best...!). Â -In the photo of that one company's display I noticed pictures of the sheriff guy from RSR and the Ariel ride. Doesn't Disney build all of their own AA's? Â Disney builds very little in house these days so I would guess what you saw is correct. Generally it appears that most is in-house because they usually are pretty strict (or so I hear) about letting other companies say they did work for Disney. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jray21 Posted November 19, 2013 Share Posted November 19, 2013 Here are a few more photos! Seems like we are seeing lots more haunt, themed attractions, and animatronics at IAAPA than ever before! Max, Buff, and Melvin, anyone? Martin & Vlemincks have announced FOUR new Gravity Group designed woodies for China! 3 in 2014, 1 in 2015! Mapping out the four new Gravity Group / MVR wood coasters in China! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hercules Posted November 19, 2013 Share Posted November 19, 2013 A few quick notes.- Did Intamin really serve alcohol at their bar setup? That's pretty awesome (and a good way to get potential clients ) Â Most booths serve some kind of beverage... especially later in the day when business turns more social (the last hour is usually the best...!). Â . Â I wouldn't say most, but a lot of the major ones do. I believe Premier was the first one to do this at this show about 10 years back, and then a lot of others followed suit. Premier and Intamin have a really nice offering of drinks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KingRCT3 Posted November 19, 2013 Share Posted November 19, 2013 The seat for Lightning Run are the same as those RMC one..! Who build for who? A third-party company involved? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GravityFlyersInc Posted November 19, 2013 Share Posted November 19, 2013 Alan Schilke, Ride Centerline, designed the Lightning Run trains and he also does the RMC trains Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
COASTER FREAK 11 Posted November 19, 2013 Share Posted November 19, 2013 A few quick notes.- Did Intamin really serve alcohol at their bar setup? That's pretty awesome (and a good way to get potential clients ) Â Most booths serve some kind of beverage... especially later in the day when business turns more social (the last hour is usually the best...!). Â -In the photo of that one company's display I noticed pictures of the sheriff guy from RSR and the Ariel ride. Doesn't Disney build all of their own AA's? Â Disney builds very little in house these days so I would guess what you saw is correct. Generally it appears that most is in-house because they usually are pretty strict (or so I hear) about letting other companies say they did work for Disney. Â Garner Holt was involved with Racers at Disneyland, they helped with the animations for the ride. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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