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windshawne

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  1. I'm cool with that. Unfortunately, the world is at this point.
  2. Back to the front gate-if it ain't broke, don't fix it.
  3. If you do run, make sure you run in a zig zag fashion. Your chances of being struck by a bullet are much less than if you run straight.
  4. One like CP has and maybe a smaller one for the kids
  5. Well, I wonder-the last time I was on it, it wasn't right. Perhaps the same issue was close to presenting itself on KI's-and the evacuation time is totally unacceptable in my eyes. Keeping them closed is a good idea at this point.
  6. First point, I think it was foolish to buy so many prototypes without knowing how they would react. Next point, I don't agree with the humidity theory, although it was a good thought. That doesn't hold up at Knotts where there is practically none year round. Last point, major modification on all of them to prevent the sway and the amount of down time they have had and delayed opening. I've said this before, my last ride on the one at KI was a bit unnerving-it was windy and the thing didn't want to come down. I honestly thought we were gonna get stuck. Perhaps its my age and such, but I'm not sure I will be getting back on if it does reopen. I want to hear a reasonable mechanical explanation for this and unless I'm comfortable and it makes sense, I will not be getting back on it.
  7. That's sad. Lot duty is pretty dangerous-people get impatient and there ya have it.
  8. People are just getting uglier every year. I choose not to go to Haunt because of this. It's a shame too, because there was a time I enjoyed it. If I had my way, there would be police and security in every feasible point in the park to prevent this from happening-and very swift consequences if it did.
  9. I was on it a week before Knotts' incident, and it was abnormally windy that day. The ride cycle seemed longer than normal, and I really didn't think we were going to get down. That took longer as well. We were going to take a second ride and decided not to because of that. Not to disrespect Sparky or any other electrician on this site, but I am still against it. Simple mechanics are a lot easier to manually repair than anything electronic. Overriding a computer can be a daunting task. I like heights, but my last WS ride did freak me out a little.
  10. I debated as well and decided against it. I will never forget the time he was with the boys and introduced me as "Miss Kelli" in that accent of his . And the last ride on DB right before his diagnosis. I am sad beyond any words I can express here.
  11. This is a very disgustingly awkward topic. Sure is...onward
  12. And your life. A classmate was speeding on the road behind my house (on a motorcycle) and hit a kid that had wandered onto the road. The boy was killed. I saw him a few weeks ago and he looks like he's 70 years old. Imagine living with that every day. It scares me because I see kids darting in traffic all the time at the park.
  13. It only took one major accident, to make me like them. Well, guess it depends on the situation. Years ago one of the drivers at my company wasn't wearing his belt, got in an accident, and was ejected from the cab. Yes, he did go to the hospital for a day, but turns out a tree stump went through the cab and if he had been wearing it, he would have been impaled. That stays with me for some reason. Yes, he was fired, but he's alive. Good trade.
  14. Hate em, hate em!! I think they are restricting and actually prevent natural movement with the forces of the ride. I bet it's an insurance requirement. On Vortex, yeah, that's ok as a backup, but Troika? Complete overkill. I miss the days on Beast and Racer before belts, seat dividers and headrests. I don't even like having them in the car, but I wear it.
  15. I'm glad it's gone. It was mediocre at best, and a major pain. Everyone is entitled to their opinion, but sissies? Nah, the numerous injuries on the ride speaks for itself. There are some who never reported their injuries and have a permanent reminder of Son.
  16. Thanks for sharing those pics. I always thought The Bat heads were incredible.
  17. It's an intense ride, and one I don't usually enjoy for that reason. I will only do it on a day I know my pressure is fine. I have not grayed out on any ride yet, but doesn't mean it may not happen. If you're dehydrated or hungry, you could have reactions you normally don't. Heat too-anything above 90 and I usually avoid the park. Have your blood pressure checked-I started feeling bad a few years ago and started monitoring it-after a pattern I now take medicine for it. It can really mess up your system-and for me recurring headaches tell me its creeping up.
  18. Honestly, you didn't miss anything. It was not enjoyable, with or without the loop.
  19. Bush Beast in oz ended up in a landfill if I'm not mistaken. Really, what would you do with all that lumber?
  20. I just meant if it part of it was standing in 2013. Nobody knows how long or how short of a time period it will take to remove Son of Beast except park management. Money will control most of that. I am guessing it is at least 1 million if not more, to have the ride taken down. Thats a chunk to eat for something to be removed. Things always come down faster than when they are built. I am guessing before Christmas it will be gone. Hope someone has a good idea for all that lumber. Huge cost just sitting there. Here's hoping to them using most of it for a new wood coaster that works right! I would think the lumber is useless at this point. I wouldn't be surprised if its rotten after the two wet summers we just finished, the extreme heat and dryness of this summer, and no upkeep. The only return they may get on any of it is the trains which are still sitting near the rose bowl, in the elements. Scrap metal.
  21. Glad it's going-an idea that just didn't work out. Although, the costs of demolition might not be needed with the severity of the storms today
  22. I hope so-that would be awesome!
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