johnjniehaus

I 100% agree that Runaway Mine Train is one of the best! Probably my #5 in the park! I also love rodeo and the sombrero and the other western themed flats.

I went to the Lonestar Coasterthon at SFOT a few weeks ago and here is my report on the park and in the event. The event cost about $65 to attend plus travel and hotel obviously but the price of the event was minimal. They provided two meals both days and allowed us to use our ACE badges as fastlane all day both days. The event was very well run and the park employees were extremely kinda and accommodating with the exception of closing New TX Giant during ERT to remove a train because the crowd level was low. During the conference we presented shockwave with the rollercoaster landmark plaque which was something I've been advocating for years. It's a great ride and I hope the park invests some money into it now that it has been deemed to have historical value. I will say it needs a fresh coat of paint and probably some other things done to it. Still runs great but it was definitely making a lot of strange sounds as compared to my visit 3 years ago. I was able to snag the missing coaster credits I needed considering some rides were closed during my visit 3 years ago. I got judge Roy, mini Mine Train, and the children's coaster. It is also worth noting that I got my first ride on the original arrow log flume as well and it was very enjoyable. Overall great event and if anyone has any questions. Let's talk about it more

That's actually true... I mean CP probably has more flats and coasters than valleyfair and Dorney Park combined

CP could definitely use it although the age old argument is they get investments constantly it seems so maybe someone else needs it more. Can they give a nebulaZ to a smaller park and then funnel more coaster money at CP?

They are really consolidating and pumping up that area in the back by thunder run/storm chaser. I think it's worth noting they have two largish areas to work with - the front near lightning run and the back in the former T3 and river rapids area. I'm interested to see what the future holds for this park because this is a really big renovation

Sometimes I don't even want to suggest something on here out of fear the park would think it's a good idea...all I'm going to say is that nebulaZ better not replace my favorite flat ride along Coney Mall... I'm all for it going anywhere else in the park. I think it could look cool in rivertown especially considering rivertown doesn't have any flats

https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.dailynews.com/2025/05/02/montezooma-coaster-track-arrives-at-knotts-berry-farm/amp/ https://www.ocregister.com/2025/05/02/montezooma-coaster-track-arrives-at-knotts-berry-farm/amp/ Two sources now claim there is new track on site for Montezuma's Revenge. I'm glad the project actuyahows some signs of life again however with replacing lots of track, removing the flywheel launch, and the classic Schwarzkopf trains - is it technically even the same ride anymore?

Is this a question or a statement? Would be great to see it go to the state Fair

I was thinking about the rides still at the park and what is most likely not going to get scrapped - Rajun Cajun: is a portable coaster so maybe it's does get a new home at a smaller park. The SLC: just got some upgrades recently and SLCs seem to be relocated rather often so maybe it also finds a new home Firebird: I would say yes but it's so rough and never seems to have a line as it is. They just scrapped green Lantern so B&M coasters are not exempt from the wreaking ball. I personally think this one is done Joker's Jinx: Could be relocated but it's aging and it could be used for parts on various other aging premier Launch coasters in the chain Batwing: immediately scrapped Roar: ditto Superman: I think it's too large to relocate. Whatever park would take it would need alot of property and I don't think they are looking to keep an Intamin around if they don't have to. Wild One: This one is the one I hope gets relocated somewhere considering its history and the fact it's a great woodie and still runs great! Even if the state fair took it or some park outside the chain I'd be happy. I'm sure ACE will probably do whatever they can to facilitate the ride being relocated rather than scrapped if possible Maybe some of the flats get relocated?

To be honest I didn't think they would keep all the parks. This has happened before. Gauga Lake closed after CF acquires KI. We've seen it before. Underperforming park is retired and the property is sold. Rides are relocated or scrapped. I personally think six flags America had some good coasters but overall that park was easily the worst park I've ever been to considering operations, cleanliness, and food.

Thank you for the update! I also reached out to the park and they confirmed that while there is no opening day scheduled for Alpen Fury, the other coaster should all be operational for opening day and after.

Any updates on Alpen Fury these days? I'm thinking about a mid May trip to wonderland and was wondering if it's not completed, will it impact the other rides such as Vortex and thunder run that also go through the mountain? Will they be closed during the final stages of construction?

This looks great. Gonna have to try and get a ride this weekend

Well I rode it last night and the billboards and signage look great however none of the effects with the helicopter or fire were working so if they have decided not to do that anymore it will be a crying shame considering that our stunt cars was the only one that had those effects working previously