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6 hours ago, abovethesink said:

I've read that the park filed permits for a 309' structure in the La Vibora plot. Obviously there can be unexpected hurdles and solid plans can change unexpectedly, but barring something unusual, the giga dive seems to definitely be happening here.

Here's the link.

https://oeaaa.faa.gov/oeaaa/external/searchAction.jsp?action=displayOECase&oeCaseID=645776568&row=9

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1 hour ago, prozach626 said:

Is there more information about this being a dive coaster, or is that just kind of the assumption with the current industry trend?

I was wondering the same thing. - Like, do we have any more info this is actually what’s planned, or is everyone just assuming because that’s the “new hotness” right now?? 
 

Though, it does seem to *fit* in what the park could use in their lineup. 

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1 hour ago, DoinItForTheFame said:

I was wondering the same thing. - Like, do we have any more info this is actually what’s planned, or is everyone just assuming because that’s the “new hotness” right now?? 
 

Though, it does seem to *fit* in what the park could use in their lineup. 

Yes, on their press announcement (back in Nov) when the public found out about Kingda Ka, they spoke on a $525 Million investment over the next couple seasons.  4 coasters were named:

 

Six Flags Magic Mountain near Los Angeles, Calif.First-of-its-kind coaster in North America

Six Flags México in Mexico City, MexicoFamily thrill boomerang coaster

Six Flags Over Texas near Dallas, TexasRecord-breaking dive coaster

Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson Township, N.J.Record-breaking launch coaster

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9 minutes ago, TrippinBillie said:

Yes, on their press announcement (back in Nov) when the public found out about Kingda Ka, they spoke on a $525 Million investment over the next couple seasons.  4 coasters were named:

 

Six Flags Magic Mountain near Los Angeles, Calif.First-of-its-kind coaster in North America

Six Flags México in Mexico City, MexicoFamily thrill boomerang coaster

Six Flags Over Texas near Dallas, TexasRecord-breaking dive coaster

Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson Township, N.J.Record-breaking launch coaster

Thanks. - I had no idea I missed that. 

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2 hours ago, DoinItForTheFame said:

I was wondering the same thing. - Like, do we have any more info this is actually what’s planned, or is everyone just assuming because that’s the “new hotness” right now?? 
 

Though, it does seem to *fit* in what the park could use in their lineup. 

I won't/can't reveal source in the SFOT Mgmt chain. . . but yeah, 100% confirmed.

it's a "record breaking Dive Coaster"

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3 hours ago, DoinItForTheFame said:

Thanks. - I had no idea I missed that. 

No worries!  It was kinda under the radar of Ka being decommissioned.  @prozach626 can attest, we're sad to see nothing new for SFSTL mentioned as we're in desperate need for a new coaster.  But that's neither here nor there LOL

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1 hour ago, TrippinBillie said:

No worries!  It was kinda under the radar of Ka being decommissioned.  @prozach626 can attest, we're sad to see nothing new for SFSTL mentioned as we're in desperate need for a new coaster.  But that's neither here nor there LOL

Yeah, SFSTL is in desperate need of a new coaster. Even if it's not a Giga, just some kind of major new attraction ride to bring in the guests.

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3 hours ago, Sportsdude360 said:

Yeah, SFSTL is in desperate need of a new coaster. Even if it's not a Giga, just some kind of major new attraction ride to bring in the guests.

Agreed!  And sorry to the folks in here, or the mods, for changing subjects a bit toward SFSTL.  But you're right.  And given what SF does with relocations, I truthfully thought SFSTL was going to get Green Lantern from GrAdv.  Like, that seemed to be a perfect destination for it.  I'm not sure what the lifespan left on that thing was, but we'd of happily taken it.  We already took on a 30+ year old Boomerang 🥲  Or if you're going to announce an almost 600m capital investment - just RMC the Boss!  

Anyway - I'll def have to make it down to Texas for this giga dive.  I would imagine that will be a wild first drop.  Has to have some decent pacing throughout to sustain those drop speeds.  I just hope it isn't victim of the new B&M rattle.

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4 hours ago, TrippinBillie said:

Agreed!  And sorry to the folks in here, or the mods, for changing subjects a bit toward SFSTL.  But you're right.  And given what SF does with relocations, I truthfully thought SFSTL was going to get Green Lantern from GrAdv.  Like, that seemed to be a perfect destination for it.  I'm not sure what the lifespan left on that thing was, but we'd of happily taken it.  We already took on a 30+ year old Boomerang 🥲  Or if you're going to announce an almost 600m capital investment - just RMC the Boss!  

Anyway - I'll def have to make it down to Texas for this giga dive.  I would imagine that will be a wild first drop.  Has to have some decent pacing throughout to sustain those drop speeds.  I just hope it isn't victim of the new B&M rattle.

Given the height of the first drop the layout should be interesting to say the least. I have a feeling this giga will surpass all other dives in terms ride experience and enjoyment.

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