webgoof Posted March 10, 2011 Posted March 10, 2011 Still at the park, doing some waitng. I never rode the old Texa Giant, so I can't compare it, but having just ridden it twice, I'm willing to bet it won't be comperable. It really is a holy effin eff kind of ride. I was in the middle, and got some major airtime. Its gonna definitly be a success.
CorkscrewFoley Posted March 10, 2011 Posted March 10, 2011 Question, if it's already been answered, my apologies. I noticed on certain parts of the ride, they didn't have the ledgers (that's what the walkway is called, right?), are they still working on that, or is it pretty much finished?
MayTheGForceBeWithYou Posted March 10, 2011 Posted March 10, 2011 ^I think they were focused on getting trackwork complete, so we may start seeing some more finishing touches on the catwalks.
texcoaster Posted March 10, 2011 Posted March 10, 2011 I noticed on certain parts of the ride, they didn't have the ledgers (that's what the walkway is called, right?), are they still working on that, or is it pretty much finished? I think you mean catwalks. Ledgers are actors that provide surprise buttsecks in cowboy movies.
KCForce Posted March 10, 2011 Posted March 10, 2011 I noticed on certain parts of the ride, they didn't have the ledgers (that's what the walkway is called, right?), are they still working on that, or is it pretty much finished? I think you mean catwalks. Ledgers are actors that provide surprise buttsecks in cowboy movies. I am still laughing so hard and wiping the tears away from my eyes, this is about as modern cowboy themed coaster as you can get. I don't think I'll ever ride this coaster with out giggling or when I read about roller coaster ledgers ever again.... It's cool that some of the first riders are some of the kids at TPR. Now, before you two jump all over me, I'm old enough to be your dad (just wait til the day comes when you two can say that, it will be surreal, trust me). Too bad they don't let you take anything from the holding area, but I understand. Very encouraged that one of you got "major" airtime in the middle of the train. Hope you guys get several rides in today. How is that third over banked turn? It looks freaky in a good way.
mike robinson Posted March 10, 2011 Posted March 10, 2011 Oh the Irony. In Dallas today on business while people are riding the New Texas Giant.....Looks like I will have to wait until June! I hope everyone out there today is having fun!!!!!!!
anthoni_ Posted March 10, 2011 Posted March 10, 2011 oh my God I can't wait to see this coaster workin again...
MayTheGForceBeWithYou Posted March 10, 2011 Posted March 10, 2011 Thanks for the update Jake. Seems like Rocky Mountain's done a great job fixing up the Giant.
webgoof Posted March 10, 2011 Posted March 10, 2011 Speaking of the trains: the windows are a complete nonissue. Regarding the longevity of the "New" tags: the seats all say The Texas Giant...so...yea. fwiw.
Skycoastin Steve Posted March 10, 2011 Posted March 10, 2011 So how uncomfortable is it when the wheels run over the bolts?
PhantomNick Posted March 10, 2011 Posted March 10, 2011 These posts from the early riders make me want to get out my credit card and book a flight to Texas.....now. It also pretty much confirms the reaction I had by just watching that POV video - WOW. Have fun breakin' it in, to all those lucky enough to be there today!
robbalvey Posted March 10, 2011 Author Posted March 10, 2011 (edited) ^^ LMAO! Edited March 10, 2011 by robbalvey
QueerRudie Posted March 10, 2011 Posted March 10, 2011 Jake- any possibility of a train-in-station pic? R.D.
BeemerBoy Posted March 10, 2011 Posted March 10, 2011 (edited) Jake, what's the current wind resistance? Would you also say that the trains would run faster if "The Texas Giant" had less than 13 letters in its name? Edited March 10, 2011 by BeemerBoy
robbalvey Posted March 10, 2011 Author Posted March 10, 2011 Here are some of Jake's photos: http://www.themeparkreview.com/forum/viewtopic.php?p=1010753#p1010753
BeemerBoy Posted March 10, 2011 Posted March 10, 2011 It really does look and sound like it runs great. Thanks for the updates, Jake!
DJeXeL Posted March 10, 2011 Posted March 10, 2011 Uh oh......based on the reports so far I'm worried that El Toro will get knocked off of its pedestal. Is it June yet?
robbalvey Posted March 10, 2011 Author Posted March 10, 2011 Uh oh......based on the reports so far I'm worried that El Toro will get knocked off of its pedestal. Is it June yet? Oh, don't worry about that. We'll of course rig the Hawker poll again so that doesn't happen! Because, you know, it's OUR FAULT that El Toro is an awesome coaster....
BeemerBoy Posted March 10, 2011 Posted March 10, 2011 El Toro can still wear the wooden coaster crown.
DJeXeL Posted March 10, 2011 Posted March 10, 2011 Oh, don't worry about that. We'll of course rig the Hawker poll again so that doesn't happen! Because, you know, it's OUR FAULT that El Toro is an awesome coaster.... Clearly TPR's fault. HaHa. ^^Good point sir Jake, would you say the back is better than the front?
DJeXeL Posted March 10, 2011 Posted March 10, 2011 Looks like Rocky Mountain will be gaining a lot of business from taking a chance with TG's redesign. Kudos to them.
Big Mike Posted March 10, 2011 Posted March 10, 2011 Jake buddy, good job on reporting! Proud your a Valuable Big Mike Reader banner supporter Question - How are the restraints? Will The Big Man fit?? Do they staple like El Toro? Thanks buddy, see you in Texas April 22nd dude! Peace, Big Mike
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