Sportsdude360 Posted May 31, 2013 Posted May 31, 2013 I watched the Youtube video of that guy screaming. Is it normal for the chairs to twist like that? Seems like an extra added thrill. Is that because of windy conditions? Yes, they swayed like that when I rode. There's always going to be wind gusts that high up, especially in north Texas. For what it's worth, Texas Skyscreamer has recieved coverage in major news publications all across the globe. Most of which include the video of that guy screaming. Just Google "world's tallest swing ride". No kidding! The BBC even has coverage.
boardwalkbullet91507 Posted May 31, 2013 Posted May 31, 2013 The 230' one at the Galeston Pleasure Pier twists like that all the time because of the sea breeze. It adds to the fun. But 400' up, well that has to be a different story. I can't wait to ride this one and compare the two to eachother. I think this was the PERFECT attraction to replace the Chute Out. It's similar in a way, but more modern and up to date.
craftyncrazy Posted May 31, 2013 Posted May 31, 2013 Where can I leave my picnic food if I don't drive to the park? I read online there was somewhere but I went today and saw no where to leave it?!
chadster Posted May 31, 2013 Posted May 31, 2013 Where can I leave my picnic food if I don't drive to the park? I read online there was somewhere but I went today and saw no where to leave it?! At the old gas station in the parking lot.
craftyncrazy Posted May 31, 2013 Posted May 31, 2013 I suppose the sign on the door that said do not enter (or something like that) means nothing?
chadster Posted May 31, 2013 Posted May 31, 2013 Unless they just put that up within the last few weeks, pretty much. People have been storing in there for as long as I can remember with signage in the picnic areas pointing you to that area for storage. Of course it's at your own risk.
coastercrutchfield Posted May 31, 2013 Posted May 31, 2013 Okay just uploaded a video that I took last weekend of the Texas Skyscreamer!
craftyncrazy Posted June 1, 2013 Posted June 1, 2013 Unless they just put that up within the last few weeks, pretty much. People have been storing in there for as long as I can remember with signage in the picnic areas pointing you to that area for storage. Of course it's at your own risk. I checked it out again today. One side says do not enter the other says that if no one is there call on the courtesy phone and someone will come open the door.'
chadster Posted June 1, 2013 Posted June 1, 2013 cool, guess they started locking it, can't say I blame them.
BrandonR Posted June 2, 2013 Posted June 2, 2013 After 2 separate attempts and failures over Memorial Day weekend, I finally got to ride SkyScreamer today. Line was fairly backed up but made it through in an hour. The height really didn't bother me any so it for me it was a peaceful (albeit windy) ride. Of course people around me were freaking out, especially due to the chairs twisting 90 or more degrees. Playing "Come Fly with Me" over the speakers during the ride was a fun touch. I'll have pictures up on my site later today or tomorrow.
Sportsdude360 Posted June 2, 2013 Posted June 2, 2013 "(abeit windy)" ^Does that mean you passed gas the whole ride?
ernierocker Posted June 2, 2013 Posted June 2, 2013 Looking forward to riding this in August. Windseeker didn't really freak me out but I have a feeling the chain supports will make me a little uneasy.
Rollercoaster Rider Posted June 3, 2013 Posted June 3, 2013 After 2 separate attempts and failures over Memorial Day weekend, I finally got to ride SkyScreamer today. Line was fairly backed up but made it through in an hour. The height really didn't bother me any so it for me it was a peaceful (albeit windy) ride. Of course people around me were freaking out, especially due to the chairs twisting 90 or more degrees. Playing "Come Fly with Me" over the speakers during the ride was a fun touch. I'll have pictures up on my site later today or tomorrow. Is Shock Wave still closed?
boardwalkbullet91507 Posted June 3, 2013 Posted June 3, 2013 SFOT website lists Shock Wave as temporarily closed.
TXThrillster Posted June 3, 2013 Posted June 3, 2013 Great video ! You captured the beauty of SFOT. I tried to get a night shot, and forgot to do the video. Also, I saw the Smiler video. How likely do you guys think that SFOT would get something like that in the Flashback and shopping center space?
TXThrillster Posted June 3, 2013 Posted June 3, 2013 Night shot with my GS2 ... sorry its a little blurry, it didn't want to focus. Phone Shot!
Sammy* Posted June 4, 2013 Posted June 4, 2013 Went to the park today and finally got to ride Sky Screamers. Those winds are terrifying! The thoughts that ran through my head while you up there. Once you get past the fear of the winds its actually rather relaxing. The park had a nice crowd for a Monday, but eh lines where fair. NTAG line was approx 20-30 mins at most. Titan was practiacally walk on. SkyScreamer was approx 40 mins. The weather was nice and the park looked great as usual and the staff was did great all around.
TXThrillster Posted June 4, 2013 Posted June 4, 2013 Went to the park today and finally got to ride Sky Screamers. Those winds are terrifying! The thoughts that ran through my head while you up there. Once you get past the fear of the winds its actually rather relaxing. The park had a nice crowd for a Monday, but eh lines where fair. NTAG line was approx 20-30 mins at most. Titan was practiacally walk on. SkyScreamer was approx 40 mins. The weather was nice and the park looked great as usual and the staff was did great all around. Nice! Do you coaster addicts normally head to the park alone? Feels strange, but oh so fun!! LOL
Sammy* Posted June 4, 2013 Posted June 4, 2013 Went to the park today and finally got to ride Sky Screamers. Those winds are terrifying! The thoughts that ran through my head while you up there. Once you get past the fear of the winds its actually rather relaxing. The park had a nice crowd for a Monday, but eh lines where fair. NTAG line was approx 20-30 mins at most. Titan was practiacally walk on. SkyScreamer was approx 40 mins. The weather was nice and the park looked great as usual and the staff was did great all around. Nice! Do you coaster addicts normally head to the park alone? Feels strange, but oh so fun!! LOL Funny you asked cause usually I don't head to the park alone however, I have no problem going to an amusement park alone. I work in office that is less than a mile away from SFoT and well my apt when you look out my bedroom window you see Titan, Shockwave, and Superman which is too much temptation for a enthusiast. It was never premeditated for me to live and work so close to the park but It just happen to be where I ended up. Living so close to the park in a tourist spot feels like the park really is your backyard, so its super convienant when you have a season pass to just walk or drive to the park. So going along isn't an issue. But on busy days its not cool, especially waiting in line. So the best way to answer that is yes on weekdays and slow days. No on Saturdays on busy days. In fact thinking right now since Im off so I want to go hop on a ride.
Sportsdude360 Posted June 4, 2013 Posted June 4, 2013 Just got back from the park. Great weather, Skyscreamer was running all day. I rode TSS 5 times today, this allowed me to sample a couple of different ride modes. The first 2 rides I took seemed to be in observation mode as the carriage seemed to slow down once we reached the top. This alowed for some impressive views of the D/FW area. The last 3 rides, however, were a different story altogether. The carriage actually sped up as we neared the top. This made for a more intense ride, but it also caused my chair to swing back and forth rather violently. At times the swaying was so extreme that my feet were actually pointed up. This scared the crap outta the guy sitting next to me. I had to keep reminding him that the chains weren't going to break and that we would be ok. Sightseeing tends to be more difficult in this mode as you often seem be facing straight up, or straight down. At any rate, this mode seemed to freak more people out than the observation mode. Texas Skyscreamer thilling yet another group of riders.
chadster Posted June 5, 2013 Posted June 5, 2013 ^Glad you got to experience one of the two modes I held out on in the media report
Sammy* Posted June 5, 2013 Posted June 5, 2013 You get a full view of Flashbacks vacant lot as well at the shopping center it just makes you wonder when and what they are gonna develop the area.
Sportsdude360 Posted June 5, 2013 Posted June 5, 2013 ^Yeah, I kept pointing that out to the various riders I sat next to. The area looks ripe for expansion. What we'll have to do is keep an eye out for any demolition and/or clearing of the area. If this happens, it's a fair bet that expansion is coming.
Rollercoaster Rider Posted June 5, 2013 Posted June 5, 2013 Is Shock Wave still closed? Only answer if you've been to the park. Don't mention the site!
Sammy* Posted June 5, 2013 Posted June 5, 2013 Is Shock Wave still closed? Only answer if you've been to the park. Don't mention the site! Yes, not sure when its gonna open. i wonder whats wrong with it, Its a shame its not running cause its New Paint Job looks great.
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