cfc Posted October 19, 2015 Share Posted October 19, 2015 Here's the thing though, why reinvent the wheel? I mean, Maters ride is a ton of fun, and Disney is the only location I know of that has the 4 table version of the ride. And has cars that swing. Yes, they bought the ride system from another supplier, but its because that supplier already designed exactly what they were looking for. Same goes for the rides in Bugsland. Yes, they are off the shelf, but its what they needed. Agreed--there's little point to "inventing" a flat that someone else can provide. That's like waiting for your "research" people to "invent" a tea cup ride in Roller Coaster Tycoon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robbalvey Posted October 19, 2015 Author Share Posted October 19, 2015 So, it's a simulator without a video with which to interact? No but if you're lucky you might get given a TV remote so it feels like your on a real couch! "Couch Potato: The Ride." Why would we want a ride themed to Jeff Johnson? I don't get it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jew Posted October 19, 2015 Share Posted October 19, 2015 ^Likewise! As far as this ride and the company is concerned...I wonder if they are starting small because they just don't have the resources for anything bigger? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coasterkid124 Posted October 20, 2015 Share Posted October 20, 2015 Not that the Crazy Couch ride is a bad idea or anything, but this company needs to start building bigger or it won't be able to stay afloat. Even if they sell a ton of these rides, they will still have their own business costs and theme parks will want different or larger attractions. One new ride a year just won't do, especially if they are this small or a game like Spin and Win. I'm not saying that they need to start building Gigas or anything, but not every park can suit the capacity of these smaller things. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A.J. Posted October 20, 2015 Share Posted October 20, 2015 Not that the Crazy Couch ride is a bad idea or anything, but this company needs to start building bigger or it won't be able to stay afloat. Even if they sell a ton of these rides, they will still have their own business costs and theme parks will want different or larger attractions. One new ride a year just won't do, especially if they are this small or a game like Spin and Win. Every company in this industry matters - no matter how small, no matter which niche they cut. Business in this industry is business, whether you're selling Ferrari World their Flying Aces coaster or John Smith's Family Entertainment Center (made that one up) a Strike-U-Up game. Not everyone has to deal in millions of dollars, especially a business that's basically just getting off the ground. Contrary to popular belief, not every park is looking for an attraction that will blow their guests' minds inside out. Sometimes, the ride that fits the bill is the one that's the "safe bet", the one that guests will always like. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Generational Posted October 20, 2015 Share Posted October 20, 2015 Reading through Skyline's website and their about page/press releases, I think their strategy here is not to build something that will be huge and out of control, but something manageable. I feel like they want to build rides that are low maintenance; that'll run for thousands and thousands and thousands of hours without incident, building reputation within the industry as reliable, so investors can see potential. At least, that's my take on it. Intamin started with Jr. Gemini (Wilderness Run), and now they have Kingda Ka, Formula Rossa, Millennium Force, Intimidator 305, etc, Golden Ticket Awards, and all of the accolades and achievements they earned. No one is saying that Skyline is breaking any new, Earth Shattering ground, but you have to start somewhere. EDIT: Also, sorry if this particular ground has already been covered in this thread. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
larrygator Posted October 20, 2015 Share Posted October 20, 2015 "We got together some time ago and discussed the shortcomings in what manufacturers offer to the amusement industry – an industry we all love. We’re here to fill those gaps. For years, we have been hearing operators asking “What’s new?” and “Where to next?” Skyline’s mission is to answer these questions with new and innovative attractions for fixed-site and traveling facilities every year." From Skyline's initial press release Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheCoasterKid211 Posted October 21, 2015 Share Posted October 21, 2015 So, it's a simulator without a video with which to interact? No but if you're lucky you might get given a TV remote so it feels like your on a real couch! "Couch Potato: The Ride." Why would we want a ride themed to Jeff Johnson? I don't get it. I tried to make a TPR joke and failed. Gotta sharpen my skills... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dippindotsguy8 Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 So, it's a simulator without a video with which to interact? No but if you're lucky you might get given a TV remote so it feels like your on a real couch! "Couch Potato: The Ride." Why would we want a ride themed to Jeff Johnson? I don't get it. I tried to make a TPR joke and failed. Gotta sharpen my skills... Jeff Johnson is ancient, not lazy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimmyBo Posted October 23, 2015 Share Posted October 23, 2015 So are we finally getting "Bench:The Ride"? Maybe this will be placed next to all those scary roller coasters that old people can't go on and then *poof* lap bar comes down and then they're riding "Bench:The Ride". Hell, put this thing at the edge of the Stratosphere in Vegas and I'll probably be pissing my pants looking over the ledge. Jimmy "Popcorn, beer and TV remote need to be given to riders while riding this ride" Bo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Midgetman82 Posted October 23, 2015 Share Posted October 23, 2015 ^ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canadianparkfan Posted October 23, 2015 Share Posted October 23, 2015 So, it's a simulator without a video with which to interact? No but if your lucky you might get given a TV remote so it feels like your on a real couch! Exactly! I can see it now... Fitting for an American-made ride too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chadster Posted October 23, 2015 Share Posted October 23, 2015 "We got together some time ago and discussed the shortcomings in what manufacturers offer to the amusement industry – an industry we all love. We’re here to fill those gaps. For years, we have been hearing operators asking “What’s new?” and “Where to next?” Skyline’s mission is to answer these questions with new and innovative attractions for fixed-site and traveling facilities every year." From Skyline's initial press release I'm not seeing the innovation in this new flat ride, it actually leaves me with more questions than answers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myself Posted October 24, 2015 Share Posted October 24, 2015 Hell, put this thing at the edge of the Stratosphere in Vegas and I'll probably be pissing my pants looking over the ledge. That is actually ingenious. Wonder if the folks at the Stratosphere would consider it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LuminousAphid Posted October 24, 2015 Share Posted October 24, 2015 Hell, put this thing at the edge of the Stratosphere in Vegas and I'll probably be pissing my pants looking over the ledge. That is actually ingenious. Wonder if the folks at the Stratosphere would consider it. I was thinking the same, that would instantly make this ride into a pretty high-thrill little ride. I want! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KingRCT3 Posted October 24, 2015 Share Posted October 24, 2015 Pfff, I'd want that for the Stratosphere Tower! Please Skyline Attractions. (Animation by me. Basically a single Sky Swat with a more dynamic and random routine.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canadianparkfan Posted October 25, 2015 Share Posted October 25, 2015 ^Yes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StealthFan Posted November 20, 2015 Share Posted November 20, 2015 Okay so while watching the Lego movie today I had a thought about the "crazy couch" and came up with the next generation of this ride. It will of course be the "Double Decker Crazy Couch"! Legolands newest attraction anyone? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BDG Posted November 20, 2015 Share Posted November 20, 2015 Okay so while watching the Lego movie today I had a thought about the "crazy couch" and came up with the next generation of this ride. It will of course be the "Double Decker Crazy Couch"! I'll just leave this here... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robbalvey Posted November 20, 2015 Author Share Posted November 20, 2015 ^ Loved that ride! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheCoasterKid211 Posted November 22, 2015 Share Posted November 22, 2015 ^^ Okay, WHAT. That looks just insane. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KingRCT3 Posted November 23, 2015 Share Posted November 23, 2015 By the way, nobody shot a video of the Crazy Couch at IAAPA? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Midgetman82 Posted November 23, 2015 Share Posted November 23, 2015 ^Fun Spot America posted a 16 second video of it on their Facebook page. [fbvideonew] [/fbvideonew] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KingRCT3 Posted November 23, 2015 Share Posted November 23, 2015 Thanks, it looks pretty fun! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StealthFan Posted November 23, 2015 Share Posted November 23, 2015 Wow that really does look CRAZZZZZZZYYYYYYYYYY!!!! I am still unsure on this as a concept. If people do ride it and it ends up being awesome then great but I will need some convincing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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