FeelTheFORCE Posted October 25, 2010 Share Posted October 25, 2010 ^ So why do you think the ride failed so miserably at Six Flags? I remember reading somewhere that there was some glitch/bug with the timing of the catchcar that Silverwood worked out which was causing all the downtime. Not sure if that's true or not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KDCOASTERFAN Posted October 26, 2010 Share Posted October 26, 2010 ^ So why do you think the ride failed so miserably at Six Flags? I remember reading somewhere that there was some glitch/bug with the timing of the catchcar that Silverwood worked out which was causing all the downtime. Not sure if that's true or not. IIRC all 3 SF units had that problem but hopefully it's something that can be fixed so more parks will buy these models...I wouldn't mind seeing one at KD as they need a shuttle coaster ever since KK's removal in 87. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ANJLOVER14 Posted October 26, 2010 Share Posted October 26, 2010 When I went this last summer, it was running great, with 10-15 minute lines the whole day. It was closed at first, with a few extra test runs, but nothing major. I have to say IMHO, Aftershock is an EXCELLENT ride for Silverwood, which itself is already a great park. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Six Flags Enthuseast Posted October 27, 2010 Share Posted October 27, 2010 ^ So why do you think the ride failed so miserably at Six Flags? I learned from a ride op at Silverwood who ran Aftershock that Silverwood mechanics managed to fix a major glitch in the cable system, and so it reduced downtime from 80% to 3%. Along with that, I *THINK* it's a tiny bit smoother that it was at Deja vu, especially comparing it to the one at SFMM. ^Agreed! It really does fit in well, and with the fixes it isn't nearly as unreliable. It adds a great thrill to Silverwood that really completes the park very well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
palmerleeberry Posted October 27, 2010 Share Posted October 27, 2010 Before I begin, I must confess that I've never visited Silverwood before (I mean, that's way off my radar there, folks). But I will confirm that I have ridden the Deja Vu at Magic Mountain this past summer and I did it twice in a row (and all in the front seat - how cool is that?)!!! I can now say that the ride that had haunted me for nearly ten years have finally be met and conquered. "Yeah, take that, you old piece of scrap heap!" In conclusion, I would encourage all the riders and amusement park flyers to come out to either Silverwood and/or Magic Mountain and ride this thrill coaster. "I think you typed enough, so please come to bed; I miss you." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Six Flags Enthuseast Posted October 28, 2010 Share Posted October 28, 2010 ^Agreed. I really think the GIB is underrated, especially on TPR. Sure, Aftershock is still a rough, headbangy Vekoma coaster, but it is pretty thrilling and I enjoy riding it. The front and back make for a great ride, and I hope that more people get to ride Aftershock so that they can see how it's not as bad as the original Deja vus. EDIT: Really late, I know, but I was there about a week after it opened. Lost the photos with my old computer, though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deathbydinn Posted March 11, 2011 Share Posted March 11, 2011 Sure, it's still snowing, it's still cold and it's still winter. But the staff at Silverwood is thinking summer. The theme park is spending more than $2 million on new attractions at its Boulder Beach water park. The highlight will be a family raft ride named "Ricochet Rapids" that will flow down a 40-foot hill into a 30-foot valley with a steep drop into a 20-foot diameter enclosed mega tube. There will also be new family water rides "Butterflyer" and "Froghopper," and a new shooting gallery. Nancy DiGiammarco, Silverwood spokeswoman, said Boulder Beach continues to grow in popularity. On a normal day at the park 15 miles north of Coeur d'Alene, 60 percent of the visitors use the water park. Slides including Avalanche Mountain, Velocity Peak and Rumble Falls, and other water attractions like Boulder Bay Beach, are usually at capacity. "It is becoming more and more popular," she said Wednesday. She said Silverwood owner Gary Norton believes Ricochet Rapids will gain a strong following this summer when the mercury rises. "Five to six riders will 'ricochet' up and down the sides of this gargantuan tube before continuing down the sharp turns and drops of the mountain," according to a press release. "On this ride everyone gets wet." "He thought it would be a great complement to Avalanche Mountain," DiGiammarco said. Silverwood attracted a record 628,000 guests last year, and continues to look for ways to bring more people to the area, even in the fall. It invested more than $1 million in Scarywood, when the park is turned into a Halloween haunted house. "We always have new rides on the drawing board," she said. All told, Silverwood covers 216 acres and has more than 65 rides, slides, shows and attractions. It opened in 1988, and has become the most attended attraction in the state of Idaho. Silverwood has seen growth in both revenue and attendance since the installation of Tremors rollercoaster in 1999. DiGiammarco said Butterflyer and Froghopper are designed for moms, dads and their children. "We just felt we needed more children's rides," she said. The park is seeing kids who grew up in the '90s playing at Silverwood are now returning as moms and dads with children of their own. "We've hit that second generation," she said. The new Ricochet Rapids, children's water rides and shooting gallery add up to an investment of more than $2.3 million and will benefit both the park and the local economy, she said. It's estimated that of the guests who visited Silverwood in 2010, 400,000 were visitors who spent about $68 million in the region. Construction on the newest attractions is scheduled to begin this month. They should be ready for splash down by June 17. Article Height: 70 ft Length: 737 ft Width: 10ft to 20ft Max Speed: 20 mph Vehicle: 4-6 person circular raft The Butterfly: The Frog Hopper: Roller Coaster Alley Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cal1br3tto Posted March 11, 2011 Share Posted March 11, 2011 They sure didn't wait long after their little "teaser" post to announce this! Sounds like it'll be a great addition to the park! Still not sure if I'll visit this year. I wouldn't mind trying out Toppered Tremors, or riding Timber Terror backwards if they do that again in October! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
triggernel Posted March 11, 2011 Share Posted March 11, 2011 I don't get how the raft moves without water? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MayTheGForceBeWithYou Posted March 11, 2011 Share Posted March 11, 2011 ^I assume you're joking about the computer rendering? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
triggernel Posted March 11, 2011 Share Posted March 11, 2011 (edited) ^Maybe the slide is so polished that there is no friction? Edit: And in Idaho of all places. Edited March 11, 2011 by triggernel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MayTheGForceBeWithYou Posted March 11, 2011 Share Posted March 11, 2011 ^Truly cutting edge... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJeXeL Posted March 11, 2011 Share Posted March 11, 2011 These types of attractions are great cause they are low cost and fantastic for families that want to enjoy an attraction together. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
_IntaMAN_ Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 (edited) Silverwood has posted a picture and a teaser for a new ride in 2013 on their Facebook page, the picture is labeled "Imagine looking down at 102 Feet"... Thoughts? I suppose it could be a slingshot tower of some kind... http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10151363443923674&set=a.392410823673.174682.21909073673&type=1&relevant_count=1 Our second tallest ride is coming in 2013! Who is ready to find out what Silverwood's newest ride is going to be? Edited December 20, 2012 by jedimaster1227 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark549 Posted December 19, 2012 Share Posted December 19, 2012 Complete speculation: Screaming Swing or giant frisbee. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
11slataus Posted December 19, 2012 Share Posted December 19, 2012 Could possibly be a SkyCoaster as well. I believe that one was planned a few years back but cancelled. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Double0Kevin Posted December 19, 2012 Share Posted December 19, 2012 I'm thinking it will be something that inverts based off the picture they posted. Maybe a new coaster? A Premier coaster like Superman would work great for a smaller park like that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
_IntaMAN_ Posted December 19, 2012 Share Posted December 19, 2012 ^ I never thought of that, that could be a good guess. I haven't been to Silverwood in 2 years and their coaster lineup isn't that bad but it could've been bigger... so if this small park gets a new coaster, it would be really nice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rollercoaster Rider Posted December 19, 2012 Share Posted December 19, 2012 Could possibly be a SkyCoaster as well. I believe that one was planned a few years back but cancelled. Might be. Look at this attraction for sale that is 100 feet http://www.italintl.com/detail_page.php?record_id=1125 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IronWolfman Posted December 19, 2012 Share Posted December 19, 2012 I believe it might be a roller coaster, because it Silverwood didn't start construction on Aftershock till (I may be incorrect) February and the reason it opened late is because of G.I.B. problems. It may be a flat though, a Zamperla Disc maybe? Hmm..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cal1br3tto Posted December 19, 2012 Share Posted December 19, 2012 They are doing a good job on the teasers. The suspense is driving me crazy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3Mutts Posted December 19, 2012 Share Posted December 19, 2012 Just wondering but a Zac Spin could fit the bill (they are about 100ft) and you can flip upside down when your 100ft up in the air. Other likely contenders are a Thrill Shot or a Skycoaster. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scbt Posted December 19, 2012 Share Posted December 19, 2012 Could possibly be a SkyCoaster as well. I believe that one was planned a few years back but cancelled. Might be. Look at this attraction for sale that is 100 feet http://www.italintl.com/detail_page.php?record_id=1125 Where exactly is that one? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vacoaster09 Posted December 19, 2012 Share Posted December 19, 2012 Sky Coaster or a Skyscraper type ride like at Cedar Point's challenge park Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
_IntaMAN_ Posted December 20, 2012 Share Posted December 20, 2012 OK, so this is what I've got so far: - This new ride will invert at least 102 ft. in the air. - It will be their second tallest ride. ( Panic Plunge is currently their second tallest ride at 140 ft. So this new "ride" will be pretty tall, if it's gonna surpass 140 ft!) - Their website lists the new ride as a thrill ride, so it should be pretty intense. Anyone got anything else? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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