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.
For anyone who is familiar with our blog, you know that Ethan, one of our blog writers keeps on top of everything happening with Intimidator at Carowinds. However, in King’s Dominion, is working hard at getting their new Intamin Giga-Coaster ready in time for the heavy summer crowds.
Behind the Thrills has a new update where they stopped by the park during the off season and caught a glimpse of Intimidator 305 testing. It certainly appears that the ride has the drop of Millennium Force combined the quick and banked turns of Maverick into one massive coaster. The layout emphasizes on the speed the ride will pick up on the first 305′ drop.
Also, what has surfaced on the internet is a new video of Intimidator 305 testing. The race car shaped trains can be seen twisting and winding through the track but more importantly it reveals what has been a mystery since the announcement. It has been debated over what kind of restraints the ride will feature but now it is confirmed that Intimidator 305 will indeed feature restraints similar to Kingda Ka, Maverick, ect.
For any fans of the park, looking forward to the coaster’s opening, you can go to a NASCAR style tailgate for a special preview of the ride. The tailgate goers will be first in line on opening day to experience the new coaster. You can read more details about it here.
Honestly, I was not very impressed when this ride was announced but it does seem to be coming together very nicely. It will be interesting to see this ride come together in the coming weeks for opening day.
Planet Snoopy has been announced as the replacement for all of the Nickelodeon Central and Hannah Barbara’s Kidzville areas in the former Paramount Parks. These new Snoopy-fied areas are all currently in the construction phase and each ne is set to open in time for the 2010 opening day.
Cedar Fair recently launched a new Planet Snoopy website for each of their four new locations in California’s Great America, King’s Island, King’s Dominion and Carowinds. Each website comes with a video, a link to the parks home page, operating schedule, and a park map. Below is one of the park maps from California’s Great America.
The park maps are not the updated versions sadly but they do indicate the park entrance (what every theme park enthusiast needs to know) as well as the location of the up and coming area. Check out the website here. Be sure to leave your Park Thoughts on Planet Snoopy 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.
It seems that most people think the possible Cedar Fair buyout will help the company. However, more think that it won’t help the company that much. When the news came out about Apollo Management offering to buy the company, it seemed like ...
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