WFChris Posted February 20, 2011 Posted February 20, 2011 ^Pretty much the entire internet coaster community? Nonetheless I think its best to stay on topic here, you know, the wooden coaster with steel re-tracking called Texas Giant.
Schibbles Posted February 20, 2011 Posted February 20, 2011 I don't understand, wooden roller coasters are renowned for their "wild and out of control" feel, and at times for their roughness (depending which wooden coaster). And here you have, from my point of view, one of the most wild and out of control looking roller coasters! I mean that mixture of wood and steel might not look good, but is sure as hell is wicked and the least bit scary... I think this is the future of "wooden" roller coasters or at least a step in a different direction. I'm just saying, woodies are renowned for being wild. And now that you have one that looks wilder than ever, why is it being scrutinised? That's just my five cents, and I know people are going to disagree with me which is okay... But that's just what I see
Ejectorbater Posted February 20, 2011 Posted February 20, 2011 Can we please gather up all the people that, for some nonsensical reason, say that El Toro is not a wood coaster, throw them all in a pitt, and let Kid Turns throw rocks at them?
signaltwo Posted February 20, 2011 Posted February 20, 2011 Can we please gather up all the people that, for some nonsensical reason, say that El Toro is not a wood coaster, throw them all in a pitt, and let Kid Turns throw rocks at them? Or we can just let them marathon Rolling Thunder all day
Zingoman Posted February 20, 2011 Posted February 20, 2011 I like Rolling Thunder just fine! haha. Now back on topic! A look at the webcam today reveals the second tunnel (and quite the odd looking thing it too) looks done. The roof follows the hill but the wall goes to the ground. They have taken every part of this ride out of the norm. Also there is a very substantial amount getting done with the catwalks. The catwalks should help give it more of a traditional look. I had actually forgotten they were still needing to be built for a while. Link: http://www.sixflags.com/overTexas/rides/TexasGiant.aspx Also if some of you guys are in the area and want to go check it out, in the library on the UTA (University of Texas at Arlington) campus, up on the 6th floor is a history exhibit for SFOT. Lots of fun old pictures, maps, brochures, and souvenirs to look at!
traincrossin Posted February 22, 2011 Posted February 22, 2011 Screamscape posted a picture of the New Texas Giant entrance sign, looks nice! Link
Skycoastin Steve Posted February 22, 2011 Posted February 22, 2011 ^Yeah, that just looks like the computer generated logo superimposed onto a wooden sign.
Big-M Posted February 22, 2011 Posted February 22, 2011 I think that the sign really symbolizes the type of ride this is. You have the new sign (new steel track) on the old wooden structure (self explanatory)
webgoof Posted February 22, 2011 Posted February 22, 2011 I'm kinda iffy on the validity of the sign's reality...it just feels too perfect. I dunno. FWIW, I heard from the Dippin Dots guy that there's a strong chance that the NTG will, in fact, be open on opening day, despite the fact that the official SFOT Facebook page specifically says that it will not. Course the Facebook page has no official opening date yet, and I'd like to hope/dream that there will maybe be a soft opening at least, but I'll hedge my bets with the official page for now. Either way, I'll be there the 5th with bells on. Will definitely grab some pics
Hayzle Posted February 22, 2011 Posted February 22, 2011 I wonder if it will always say new texas giant on the sign or if the new part will be removed after a season or two and it returns to Texas Giant?
BrandonR Posted February 22, 2011 Posted February 22, 2011 You think the park would intentionally lie and say the ride won't be open for opening weekend and then secretly open it? What's the point in that? I just don't see them doing that at all. I'd think they would want to promote their new $10 million ride a bit more than that... Anyway I've heard April 30th as a potential opening day, as the park wants to throw a big 50th anniversary bash around that time (it's supposedly in their business plan for this season).
webgoof Posted February 22, 2011 Posted February 22, 2011 You think the park would intentionally lie and say the ride won't be open for opening weekend and then secretly open it? What's the point in that? I just don't see them doing that at all. I'd think they would want to promote their new $10 million ride a bit more than that... I completely agree that it would make no sense. It probably is wishful thinking somewhere along the line getting misunderstood for fact. Either way, they are planning a couple of big bashes throughout the season, so the April 30th date may be closer to reality.
FeelTheFORCE Posted February 22, 2011 Posted February 22, 2011 I'm curious how long the "New" part of the sign will stay there. I wonder if it will eventually be removed 5-10 years down the road.
CoasterPrince Posted February 22, 2011 Posted February 22, 2011 The "New" part does seem out of place. "Texas Giant" would have been enough.
MrMorgan Posted February 22, 2011 Posted February 22, 2011 Personally, I think T.G.2 has a nice ring to it.
BrandonR Posted February 23, 2011 Posted February 23, 2011 Forget all this Texas Giant nonsense, I just read that the new park closing show will feature the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders!
Zingoman Posted February 23, 2011 Posted February 23, 2011 ^Isn't that only during the 50 day countdown from June 18-Aug5? Not the show but the cheerleaders I mean. I was just looking at the park's webpage and it looks like four footers have been poured in the ride's infield making a nice big square. Could this be for the rumored flame throwing oil derrick?? If so that's going to be a nice BIG oil derrick! Or should I say "Giant" oil derrick?
Bolliger&Mabillard Posted February 23, 2011 Posted February 23, 2011 Hmm...I really hope they can crank these trains out, I wonder how much of a buzz will get out and how long of lines it'll create. I'm gnna miss getting on and off in 10 in.
chadster Posted February 26, 2011 Posted February 26, 2011 10 Days until the annoucement of when the Giant will roar again. There ad says the Giant is an all new Super Hybrid Coaster built from the ground up with the Steepest Drop of a Wooden Coaster. hmmmmmmm......... SFOT FB
DJeXeL Posted February 28, 2011 Posted February 28, 2011 There's a rumor going around via Screamscape that there may be some clearance issues and apparently the rider's clearance envelope. Just a rumor so I guess time will tell.
chadster Posted February 28, 2011 Posted February 28, 2011 ^ That's not too surprising considering it's a retro fit re-do that's never been done before. Things always change in the field, however, with the opening date slated to be announced next Monday, this probably isn't so worrisome that they can't easily correct.
texcoaster Posted March 1, 2011 Posted March 1, 2011 Just to clarify, Screamscape says that the modifications that allegedly need to be done are to the TRAINS to keep riders from sticking their hands out the sides too far. It also says that since the trains already have those "windows" on them to prevent such a thing, the rumor isn't exactly rock-solid. If the problem does exist and if a train addition or modification to the "windows" is all that's needed to fix it, then it shouldn't delay the opening as much as a track or structure modification would.
A.J. Posted March 1, 2011 Posted March 1, 2011 Oh, great. Claustrophobia always ruins the fun. Hopefully the (further) train modifications won't detract from the experience too much.
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