HARLEYGUYJB Posted February 12, 2015 Share Posted February 12, 2015 They have a ways to go with JLBFM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vonni Posted February 13, 2015 Share Posted February 13, 2015 ^ Still, construction is going very well! Does anyone know when this picture was taken? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aaronmb Posted February 13, 2015 Share Posted February 13, 2015 ^ Still, construction is going very well! Does anyone know when this picture was taken? Its from their facebook page and was posted yesterday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SFZIP Posted February 13, 2015 Share Posted February 13, 2015 The photo is from this week, it's basically the current view. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThemeParkJunkie51290 Posted February 13, 2015 Share Posted February 13, 2015 Hopefully I'll be able to squeeze this theme park in on my to way to Minneapolis. I've never been here, and would love to visit for the first time. And I can't forget about Justice League for 2015! I think this ride is going to bring great attendance for the park. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SFZIP Posted February 13, 2015 Share Posted February 13, 2015 There has been progress since the picture was taken, most if not all the roof support beams for the new additional area are now up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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HWFan Posted February 15, 2015 Share Posted February 15, 2015 Does anyone think it's an indication of park popularity that a small park like HW has almost double the thread posts we have? The vast majority of the HW thread posts are surrounding the build-up of hints & speculation around Thunderbird and some of the other big rides like Voyage. The hints and way HW announces their additions are the main cause of the page count. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJeXeL Posted February 15, 2015 Share Posted February 15, 2015 AND the fact that HW is adding a noteworthy attraction....... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
p-sychiatrist Posted February 15, 2015 Share Posted February 15, 2015 AND the fact that HW is adding a noteworthy attraction....... I think Battle For Metropolis is definitely noteworthy. There aren't nearly enough dark rides outside of Disney and Universal resorts, so it's great to see a company like Six Flags, notorious for cheap or nonexistent theming, pumping out high quality animatronics. Good coasters are easier to find than good dark rides, so I'm really excited to see the results! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aaronmb Posted February 15, 2015 Share Posted February 15, 2015 Today I learned about some of the improments for this season. I believe HWfan already mentioned it but the biometric scanners are getting a software upgrade that should help with processing. The Palace should be getting painted. This off season the mechanics were allowed to take over a greenhouse at the park giving them more space to work, which we hope means that they will be able to get more roller coasters up to two trains quicker. The Moon Cars and the Looney Tooter both got painted. Mr. Freeze is getting some adjustments to help eliminate down time. I also learned some details about Justice League but I won't give those out (I'm sure the park will reveal them soon or maybe they will be a surprise) and based on these details this ride is going to be awesome and everyone should ride it once, even if you dont like dark rides. The height requirement is still being determined and will be announced later. The 2015 season is shaping up to be one of our best seasons yet and I hope to see you guys in the park. Yeah, I was hoping theyd do something to Mr Freeze, as it screwed up both times I was there. I wonder if JL will be anything like that Transformers ride, as I watched it on youtube, and it was badass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jew Posted February 15, 2015 Share Posted February 15, 2015 Does anyone think it's an indication of park popularity that a small park like HW has almost double the thread posts we have? The vast majority of the HW thread posts are surrounding the build-up of hints & speculation around Thunderbird and some of the other big rides like Voyage. The hints and way HW announces their additions are the main cause of the page count. So basically, HW marketing > SFStl marketing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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HWFan Posted February 15, 2015 Share Posted February 15, 2015 Does anyone think it's an indication of park popularity that a small park like HW has almost double the thread posts we have? The vast majority of the HW thread posts are surrounding the build-up of hints & speculation around Thunderbird and some of the other big rides like Voyage. The hints and way HW announces their additions are the main cause of the page count. So basically, HW marketing > SFStl marketing. HW marketing to the coaster enthusiast base > SFStl marketing to coaster enthusiasts While Holiday World has very good marketing, I don't want to compare overall as none of us have comprehensive data showing the success of each park's marketing strategies. SF is definitely more corporate, but I can't say which is better overall rather than a very, very, very small demographic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
willthegolfer Posted February 15, 2015 Share Posted February 15, 2015 Basically, HW > SfStl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theymitbgi Posted February 15, 2015 Share Posted February 15, 2015 Does anyone think it's an indication of park popularity that a small park like HW has almost double the thread posts we have? The vast majority of the HW thread posts are surrounding the build-up of hints & speculation around Thunderbird and some of the other big rides like Voyage. The hints and way HW announces their additions are the main cause of the page count. So basically, HW marketing > SFStl marketing. so if the how many pages of comments a park has holds true, SFSL is better than the Magic Kingdom? Let's keep using that logic! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prozach626 Posted February 15, 2015 Share Posted February 15, 2015 Does anyone think it's an indication of park popularity that a small park like HW has almost double the thread posts we have? The vast majority of the HW thread posts are surrounding the build-up of hints & speculation around Thunderbird and some of the other big rides like Voyage. The hints and way HW announces their additions are the main cause of the page count. So basically, HW marketing > SFStl marketing. If you have something to market. so if the how many pages of comments a park has holds true, SFSL is better than the Magic Kingdom? Let's keep using that logic! touche Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HWFan Posted February 16, 2015 Share Posted February 16, 2015 Basically, HW > SfStl I'm glad someone finally was able to make it basic enough for me to understand this subjective issue. I think we need some more good news! (Disclaimer: This definitely makes me wayyyyy happier than it will probably make you.) But anyway, Guest Relations has received all new computers and related systems! Honestly at least 25% of wait times was from the computer speed, so this is great for everyone who will stop by this season. Unfortunately I won't be able to use my, "If only our computers were as fast as our coasters..." joke that I would say to Guests whenever the computer would take a while to load. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jew Posted February 16, 2015 Share Posted February 16, 2015 Does anyone think it's an indication of park popularity that a small park like HW has almost double the thread posts we have? The vast majority of the HW thread posts are surrounding the build-up of hints & speculation around Thunderbird and some of the other big rides like Voyage. The hints and way HW announces their additions are the main cause of the page count. So basically, HW marketing > SFStl marketing. so if the how many pages of comments a park has holds true, SFSL is better than the Magic Kingdom? Let's keep using that logic! I never mentioned anything about the quality of the parks themselves. Just the marketing of two parks competing with each other. The fact is Holiday World has a much larger online reach. TPR's thread is just one example of that. Holiday World also has more Facebook likes, more twitter followers, etc. That's because they don't just do a press release and be done with it---they engage their online followers (whether they be on TPR, twitter, Facebook, instagram) and keep them hooked and talking about the park year round! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZeroGravity55 Posted February 16, 2015 Share Posted February 16, 2015 ^ Not to take away from anyone else at HW or anyone in the industry, but basically, Paula > everybody else. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SFZIP Posted February 16, 2015 Share Posted February 16, 2015 I also forgot to mention that Highland Fling is getting new gondolas. I don't know if the headlights are carrying over or not but Fling should look a lot better next year. The Highland Fling cars are not new, they are actually the Wagon Wheel cars from SFFT (and before that SFOT). They are also the last remaining set in the Six Flags system, unless some park has some in their boneyard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iron Wolf 90-11 Posted February 16, 2015 Share Posted February 16, 2015 I also forgot to mention that Highland Fling is getting new gondolas. I don't know if the headlights are carrying over or not but Fling should look a lot better next year. The Highland Fling cars are not new, they are actually the Wagon Wheel cars from SFFT (and before that SFOT). They are also the last remaining set in the Six Flags system, unless some park has some in their boneyard. What about Orbit at Six Flags Great America? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Jew Posted February 16, 2015 Share Posted February 16, 2015 If a smaller park like Fun Spot can operate an Enterprise, I am going to guess someone still manufacturers parts for it. Reverchon made the cars in the past, and Zamperla bought their assets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tuly Posted March 5, 2015 Share Posted March 5, 2015 Today I learned about some of the improments for this season. I believe HWfan already mentioned it but the biometric scanners are getting a software upgrade that should help with processing. The Palace should be getting painted. This off season the mechanics were allowed to take over a greenhouse at the park giving them more space to work, which we hope means that they will be able to get more roller coasters up to two trains quicker. The Moon Cars and the Looney Tooter both got painted. Mr. Freeze is getting some adjustments to help eliminate down time. I also learned some details about Justice League but I won't give those out (I'm sure the park will reveal them soon or maybe they will be a surprise) and based on these details this ride is going to be awesome and everyone should ride it once, even if you dont like dark rides. The height requirement is still being determined and will be announced later. The 2015 season is shaping up to be one of our best seasons yet and I hope to see you guys in the park. Very glad to hear they are adjusting Mr.Freeze! As my favorite coaster at the park, I ride it multiple times every trip I take, although back in late July/early August (I forgot the exact date) it was down every time I attempted to ride, which was nearly 4 times that day. I'm happy to hear they will be fixing it, I was getting worried it would be down for a while. Can't wait to come back and ride this Spring. Also not sure if you or anyone else can answer but why was it down so often? Have a great day!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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