djboss302 Posted May 30, 2014 Posted May 30, 2014 Here are some more updates for Troika  From AZoosment Park's Facebook New Paint job Ride center being lifted into place
Geauga Dog Posted May 31, 2014 Posted May 31, 2014 Oooh, I like the colors on the arms. I wonder if the lightning bolt design has anything to do with the name.
Azoosment@SV Posted June 30, 2014 Posted June 30, 2014 So over the weekend this happened.... but I must stress this is a soft opening! So there may be delays. I also see you guys have been following our Troika construction, here's a little update.
Rollercoaster Rider Posted June 30, 2014 Posted June 30, 2014 Finally the Wildcat is open. Good work.
djboss302 Posted July 7, 2014 Posted July 7, 2014 The park recently posted a POV of Wildcat  Credit: AZoosment Park YouTube Â
Azoosment@SV Posted October 29, 2014 Posted October 29, 2014 (edited) Hello everyone! Â Our season just came to a close and we want to thank all of you who made it out to the park this year! It was a great year for us overall, though we know some were disappointed by the somewhat limited operating schedule the new "Wildcat" was on this year. This was slightly expected given the extensive refurbishment , but we promise 2015 will be a much better year for the Wildcat, and I encourage all of you to try and make it out next summer to give it a ride. There are several other reasons to visit in 2015 though... Â The troika will debuting next year after a year long refurbishment! The ride looks amazing and we all can't wait to ride it. There are two other very exciting announcements,the first we are already hard at work at installing. Â The last announcement I can't reveal just yet, but it is not only the biggest addition to the current version of the park, but it will be by one measurement the biggest addition to Santa's Village ever! Even going all the way back to 1959! Â More news to come on this exciting addition along with more photo's and updates this offseason. Again thanks to all who made it out this year, we hope to see you back next year. Now if only IAAPA could get here faster... Edited November 19, 2014 by Azoosment@SV
Shavethewhales Posted October 29, 2014 Posted October 29, 2014 That's exciting! With a couple of good credits this will be a definite stop on the way to SFGAm. Doesn't look like a huge foundation, but if it's bigger than Typhoon that's got to count for something. Is it another Schwartzkopf?
thrillrider Posted October 30, 2014 Posted October 30, 2014 ^I believe that's the base for the wacky worm.
Shavethewhales Posted October 31, 2014 Posted October 31, 2014 (edited) ^Ah, I didn't read the original post very carefully. I was thinking maybe it was only one section or something, but that makes much more sense, lol  Just to throw some speculation out there, isn't there a very nice, like-new Zierer family coaster up for sale still from Bowcraft? Looks like the park was saved, but they still want to sell the coaster? Edited October 31, 2014 by Shavethewhales
Shavethewhales Posted October 31, 2014 Posted October 31, 2014 ^What don't you understand? I'm talking about this: http://rcdb.com/3510.htm  IIRC, Bowcraft nearly closed down completely a few years ago, and Crossbow was listed for sale for a long time. It's not a huge ride, but it is a good size, custom layout, park-model coaster in good condition. I thought I had heard that Bowcraft was still wanting to sell it to give them some more working capital, but I guess it's been a while since I heard anything about it and they seem to be chugging along OK now. It was simply the first thing that jumped into my mind when I started thinking about a big expansion for a tiny park like Santa's Village.  Then again, maybe they're not talking about a new ride at all. Sounds like there are a lot of things in motion for this place.
ytterbiumanalyst Posted November 1, 2014 Posted November 1, 2014 We loved Azoosment Park when we went last July. Lines were short, the rides were stellar, and everyone just had a ton of fun. Wildcat is the best Galaxi I've ever ridden by far, and I love the landscaping. Our visit was a wonderful, low-key, relaxing day, and we got to ride everything multiple times. If any Azoosment Park employees are reading this, keep doing what you're doing; next time we're in Chicago, we'll definitely be back.
DanTheBooker Posted November 1, 2014 Posted November 1, 2014 The dragon coaster is not the one that used to be there. The old one was powered, and was moved to an indoor FEC in Minnesota which has since closed. The new dragon coaster probably came from one of the closed Dinorex locations as the layout and trains match. Â Â I managed that FEC for almost a year. The coaster was sold at auction when the park changed owners. Â It's actually for sale currently. Â http://www.usedrides.com/ViewAd.aspx?Ad=23249&view=i
Airtime&Gravity Posted March 1, 2015 Posted March 1, 2015 Well now, this is a surprise(photo from Screamscape). Â Â I wonder if this is a sign of larger attractions in the parks future. I must say though, I'm amazed at how much they have fit into a relatively small area. I don't believe they have expanded onto the old Racing Rapids site yet, so there is still plenty of room for expansion.
Rollercoaster Rider Posted March 1, 2015 Posted March 1, 2015 Any idea of the Model? I'm a huge fan or ARM Towers.
Shavethewhales Posted March 1, 2015 Posted March 1, 2015 Very cool, those towers are supposed to be the best. This will really make the place worth a stop if any enthusiasts are anywhere nearby.
Azoosment@SV Posted April 23, 2015 Posted April 23, 2015 Only a couple weeks left until we open! Plenty of happenings at the park lately but here is a quick photo update on what's going on! And here is another project that we've been working on for 2015! Going to be an exciting addition.
Rollercoaster Rider Posted April 23, 2015 Posted April 23, 2015 Who is the designer of the Drop Tower?
Azoosment@SV Posted April 26, 2015 Posted April 26, 2015 You guys were right, the drop tower is made by A.R.M.
canadianparkfan Posted April 26, 2015 Posted April 26, 2015 Gee, seems like this place has really turned itself around! Â Weren't they the same place that owned this crazy (and sketchy) contraption a few years ago? Â
Azoosment@SV Posted May 9, 2015 Posted May 9, 2015 Opening Day is here! Here is one more quick look at some of the new stuff for this year.
Mertens S. Elias Posted August 7, 2015 Posted August 7, 2015 Does anybody know what's happening at this place? A couple rides are now for sale on intermarkridegroup.com, such as the Sea Dragon AND the Wildcat and I believe there are a few more on there. What's happening to this place? Are they loosing money or something?
Nrthwnd Posted August 8, 2015 Posted August 8, 2015 ^ Â In three months, after opening (May 8)? Â Man, that'd be faster than Hard Rock Park.
John Peck Posted August 8, 2015 Posted August 8, 2015 They mentioned on Facebook that they were shutting down wildcat for good due to reliability and not sure about Sea Dragon, though both rides came from Fun Spot, perhaps maintenance lagged when they were there.
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