Tag: Intamin

Jul 18

Superman Identity Change?

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Posted in News | by Justice

Superman The Escape at Six Flags Magic Mountain was once the park’s signature attraction.  Opened in 1997, it was the first coaster to break the 100 mph mark.  While short, the ride does provide for a good thrill after the 100 mph launch.  The coaster then rockets skyward before descending backwards towards the earth.  In recent years, there have been numerous rumors suggesting that the ride would be repainted, rethemed, or removed.  And now, this sign has shown up:

Image From Theme Park Review

The ride may finally be getting that long overdo revamp.  So what will it be?  Will the ride continue the Superman theme?  Or perhaps it will get the Superman: Ride of Steel treatment, a transfer to Bizarro.  It will be interesting to see what happens to the ride.  From my experience wit the attraction, I would not mind seeing it removed entirely, as I see it as an eyesore.

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Jun 29

Shoot the Rapids in video

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Posted in News | by Ethan

Cedar Point’s next generation Intamin Log Flume, Shoot the Rapids, finally opened to the public last weekend and the park already has several videos up to show off their new ride:

The first shows what some park guests thought of their ride on Shoot the Rapids:

… and of course, as we can always expect from Cedar Point, a beautiful HD POV:

Without seeing the ride in person, I can easily say that this is Cedar Point’s best attempt at themeing yet, the ride almost looks like it could fit in a park like Dollywood or Silver Dollar City.

So, what do you think of Shoot the Rapids? Did it meet your expectations? Leave your comments and Park Thoughts below!

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Intimidator 305, the much debated new ride this year at Kings Dominion, has recieved many technical fixes since it opened a few months ago. Intamin, the ride’s builder, had to add in trim brakes on the first hill to slow down the ride since many people were complaining about graying out, even blacking out.

However, a new fix has arrived that has been rumored since the ride was announced. The typical over-the-sholder restraints found on most new Intamins have been replaced with straps. The Coaster Crew was able to ride the ride, and they say that the ride “is a brand new ride” now.

Intimidator 305 Strap Restraint, photo from The Coaster Crew

The normal Intamin restraints have caused head banging on I305′s tight turns and allowed people to float higher than what was comfortable. From what The Coaster Crew is saying, the head banging is gone and the new straps keep you snug in your seat.

So, what are your thoughts on the new restraints? Will these make up for the ride’s slower speed now? Post your thoughts below and like this post on Facebook to share with your friends.

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Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, the world’s first and only Ferrari themed complex, recently announce new details about ...

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Mar 28

Demon Drop for Dorney Park

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Posted in News | by Justice

Dorney Park has made it official that they will be adding Cedar Point’s old Demon Drop later this year. The 1st Generation Intamin drop tower has a long history at it’s former home in Cedar Point ...

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Mar 21

Furius Baco Video

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Posted in Uncategorized | by Justice

Port Aventura is home to a very unique collection of rides, one of which is Furius Baco; and Intamin Wing Walker.  The coaster has trains in ...

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Mar 18

Th13teen Revealed

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Posted in Uncategorized | by Justice

A new video has surfaced on the internet of Th13teen, Alton Tower’s latest attraction.  The new family coaster will take guests in and around the grounds of a haunted dark castle.  Watch as a television host rides the well themed and ...

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