djackson Posted August 23, 2016 Share Posted August 23, 2016 Do we have a date for announcements this year? I thought it was closer to the middle of August last year (I could be wrong though. Horrible memory I have). September 1st Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VegasBaby Posted August 23, 2016 Share Posted August 23, 2016 Do we have a date for announcements this year? I thought it was closer to the middle of August last year (I could be wrong though. Horrible memory I have). Yes, Six Flags is doing their announcements on Sept 1st this year. Not anticipating anything big for SFDK, but I'd love to see a drop tower added to the park. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JGuy Posted August 23, 2016 Share Posted August 23, 2016 Six Flags is doing all of their announcements on September 1st. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ImNotOneOfYou Posted August 23, 2016 Share Posted August 23, 2016 Every announcement for Six Flags parks will be on the 1st of September for anyone unaware. how much is too much Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dannyboy13 Posted August 23, 2016 Share Posted August 23, 2016 Awesome. Thanks to all 4 of you who responded haha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thrillseeker4552 Posted August 24, 2016 Share Posted August 24, 2016 Do we have a date for announcements this year? I thought it was closer to the middle of August last year (I could be wrong though. Horrible memory I have). Yes, Six Flags is doing their announcements on Sept 1st this year. Not anticipating anything big for SFDK, but I'd love to see a drop tower added to the park. I second this. Even with the height limit being 150 feet, a drop tower would be a welcome addition. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JGuy Posted August 24, 2016 Share Posted August 24, 2016 A drop tower would be neat. It could fit in that small, undeveloped spot next to Joker and Superman. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ImNotOneOfYou Posted August 24, 2016 Share Posted August 24, 2016 They need to throw in an ARM drop tower or two. I don't think any of them are 150 feet and they pack more punch than a pack of fruit punch drink mix. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dannyboy13 Posted August 24, 2016 Share Posted August 24, 2016 I'm telling you, Bizarro themed S&S double shot. Dig a small hole, add smoke effects and lots of theming. Fit in perfect in the new DC area. Though I will say, there's already 2 villains there, 2 Batman villains at that. I know they probably won't do it, but if you remove the speedway I'm pretty sure you can fit the updated Batman 4d in there Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JGuy Posted August 24, 2016 Share Posted August 24, 2016 I'm telling you, Bizarro themed S&S double shot. Dig a small hole, add smoke effects and lots of theming. Fit in perfect in the new DC area. Though I will say, there's already 2 villains there, 2 Batman villains at that. I know they probably won't do it, but if you remove the speedway I'm pretty sure you can fit the updated Batman 4d in there As simple as it sounds, I think digging a hole to make a drop tower slightly higher would be a bit too ambitious for this park. (It would be nice, though. It would be fun launching out of a hole, into the sky...) Though, a 4D Free-Spin will probably end up as their next major coaster, whenever that is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dannyboy13 Posted August 24, 2016 Share Posted August 24, 2016 As simple as it sounds, I think digging a hole to make a drop tower slightly higher would be a bit too ambitious for this park. (It would be nice, though. It would be fun launching out of a hole, into the sky...) Though, a 4D Free-Spin will probably end up as their next major coaster, whenever that is. Oh I know it probably won't happen, I just think it would add to the experience a bit. Even just 20 ft would make a big difference, and allow you to fall a full 150 ft. Plus, I just like the idea of launching out of a pit with the smoke effects. Would add something unique to an off the shelf ride. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fire2box Posted August 28, 2016 Share Posted August 28, 2016 As simple as it sounds, I think digging a hole to make a drop tower slightly higher would be a bit too ambitious for this park. (It would be nice, though. It would be fun launching out of a hole, into the sky...) Though, a 4D Free-Spin will probably end up as their next major coaster, whenever that is. Oh I know it probably won't happen, I just think it would add to the experience a bit. Even just 20 ft would make a big difference, and allow you to fall a full 150 ft. Plus, I just like the idea of launching out of a pit with the smoke effects. Would add something unique to an off the shelf ride. It sounds cool but just having people be seated in a pit, attendants going down to check restraints and then the possibility of the "smoke" not clearing out. Then atop of that 3 drop towers already existing in california one being at least tied for the 2nd tallest in the world. I just don't think it's a great idea. I have a fear of heights and even Lex Luthor's Drop of Doom surprised me in how tame it is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RAWKIN_coaster38 Posted August 28, 2016 Share Posted August 28, 2016 ^I think you're imagining a really weird version of what he is imagining, I could totally see it working unless there are some earthquake or water-flow reasons that prevent them from digging down. Also, there are never too many drop towers. The existence of other drop towers in the state does not preclude SFDK from getting one. It's all about rounding out SFDK's lineup of rides, and a drop tower is something that would fit in nicely and still be very popular. After thinking about it and visiting KI's stellar kids area, I do think SFDK could use more family rides, something between the small kids rides and the big thrill rides. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dannyboy13 Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 Definitely picturing it differently than me. And I also believe every park needs a drop tower. Finally got to the park to ride Joker today. Been a busy summer and just didnt make it out until now somehow. Anyway..... I like it. Rode in the first row on the first train of the day, then in row 10 around 3pm. Second ride was much better. Felt faster and way more forceful. I like Colossus better, but Joker is easily the best coaster in Vallejo now, and I'd say all of NorCal too. Park was really busy today. Not sure if it has been mentioned before, but Kong is closed for the "upgrades.". Penguin was closed all day too, as was VooDoo, but everything else I saw was open. Only stayed until about 4 as the crowds were too much for me. Took an hour to get food at Macho Nacho. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_dreamfinder Posted August 29, 2016 Share Posted August 29, 2016 Was at the park over the weekend. Kong was closed and there is already scaffolding going up on different sections of the track. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robbalvey Posted September 1, 2016 Author Share Posted September 1, 2016 (edited) Wild New WONDER WOMAN Lasso of Truth Ride Attraction Set to Open at Six Flags Discovery Kingdom in 2017 VALLEJO, Calif. — September 1, 2016 —Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, the Thrill Capital of Northern California, in partnership with Warner Bros. Consumer Products on behalf of DC Entertainment, today announced its newest ride attraction, WONDER WOMAN Lasso of Truth, to open in Spring 2017. “It is our intention to open new, innovative attractions every season,” said Don McCoy, park president. “Wonder Woman is an iconic Super Hero and this character and thrill ride will add greatly to our line-up of DC themed attractions.” WONDER WOMAN Lasso of Truth is an oversized pendulum shaped ride that will send guests on a dizzying journey in this thrilling and extreme attraction. WONDER WOMAN, the most iconic female Super Hero, is the embodiment of justice, equality and peace; she is the symbol of female empowerment, as she seeks to fight evil at every turn. Some ride highlights include: - 40 riders will propel at speeds of nearly 70 miles per hour; - The ride swings back and forth while rotating counterclockwise; and - As guests swing higher and higher, they will experience a feeling of weightlessness at 147 feet in the air. WONDER WOMAN Lasso of Truth will be located near two of the park’s newest attractions, Superman Ultimate Flight and The Joker, which opened earlier this year. Six Flags Discovery Kingdom is also announcing the start of 2017 Season Pass sales with its Third Annual Flash Sale through Labor Day weekend featuring the lowest prices of the year – savings up to 70% off on 2017 Passes! September 1-5, guests will receive a free upgrade to a Gold Season Pass with every Pass purchased. Gold Season Passes include admission to Six Flags Discovery Kingdom and any other Six Flags theme park, as well as free parking and special admission offers for friends. 2017 Season Passes provide unlimited visits any operating day for the rest of 2016, including park admission to Fright Fest®, Holiday in the Park® and all of 2017. Passholders may also purchase a Premium Season Dining Pass, which includes a lunch, dinner, and snack during every park visit, plus they will receive a 2017 All Season Sport Bottle for unlimited drink refills. Premium Season Dining Passes may be used at any Six Flags theme park. Please visit https://www.sixflags.com/discoverykingdom/newfor2017 for more information. Edited September 1, 2016 by robbalvey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rolercstrluvr Posted September 1, 2016 Share Posted September 1, 2016 I think this is going to be a wonder addition to the line-up that SFDK has. I'm just trying to figure out where they're going to put it. The only place I can see it going logically is right where the go-karts are. Since this swings 150 ft in the air, it's gonna have to be placed somewhere up front. Because there's no way that it's fitting between joker and superman. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mater Posted September 1, 2016 Share Posted September 1, 2016 Seriously badass addition. Surprised no announcement of a retheme of that area? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superbatboy Posted September 1, 2016 Share Posted September 1, 2016 This is going to look great at the park, I'm also curious where they're going to install it. Love the Wonder Woman theme Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Santa07 Posted September 1, 2016 Share Posted September 1, 2016 Looks like a great addition for DK, and I think the WW theme will work really well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sportsdude360 Posted September 1, 2016 Share Posted September 1, 2016 Looks like SFDK is getting the second Zamperla Giant Discovery to be installed in the SF chain. Having ridden Riddler Revenge at SFOT, I can tell you they're amazing. And easily the best flat ride currently available!!! Congratulations!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Henry M Posted September 1, 2016 Share Posted September 1, 2016 A Zamperla Discovery for Discovery Kingdom! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarienLaker Posted September 1, 2016 Share Posted September 1, 2016 A Zamperla Discovery for Discovery Kingdom! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sportsdude360 Posted September 1, 2016 Share Posted September 1, 2016 A Zamperla Discovery for Discovery Kingdom! Yep, now guests can Discover your Discovery, and enter the park with their Discover card. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
singemfrc Posted September 1, 2016 Share Posted September 1, 2016 Awesome news. The best kind of coaster (RMC) last year, and the best flat ride this year. My little home park is growing up! Can't wait to ride this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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