mtl2013 Posted August 17, 2009 Share Posted August 17, 2009 Now, i know that these forums are about KI and other CF parks, and that this isnt a trip "report", but, I am going to six flags great america next weekend, and I was just wondering....: 1) What rides should I get to? 2)what are their food prices like? 3)are they normally buisy at this point in the season?? any answers will help. thanks -Matt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted August 17, 2009 Share Posted August 17, 2009 First, SFGA is Six Flags Great Adventure in Six Flags parlance. At Six Flags Great America, must do rides include Viper (do NOT miss it, many think it excels the Coney Island Cyclone, on which it is modeled), Whizzer (a wonderful ride that was saved due to public outcry), Raging Bull (so you will know how wonderful Diamondback is), Batman: The Ride, the original of its kind. Should you think Mantis is a mean stand-up, you simply must try Iron Wolf (others plop as they think I said something nice about that...uh...interesting coaster). Food prices are comparable to Kings Island, though the Papa John's pizza is way too expensive for what it is. The cheese bread is a better option if funds are an issue. Six Flags Great America is near the Chicago area, in Gurnee north of town. It is ALWAYS busy in my experience. I would not expect it not to be. Most of all, enjoy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KIfan1980 Posted August 17, 2009 Share Posted August 17, 2009 First, SFGA is Six Flags Great Adventure in Six Flags parlance. I think Terpy was sad when he opened this thread and didn't get to talk about his favorite park Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtl2013 Posted August 17, 2009 Author Share Posted August 17, 2009 ^^haha im sorry Terpy. Next time I'll go to great adventure! haha but thanks for all the answers! its really helpful Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tigellinus Posted August 18, 2009 Share Posted August 18, 2009 ^Btw, I dunno how you're traveling, but 65 North around Merrillville, IN there is some major construction going on...as in, like, flaggers on an interstate letting cars go in bunches type major! So FYI...I've avoided Chicago all summer, but I know some people who have missed multiple innings of Cubs games due to the construction, and this is in Indiana, not the "Chicagoland" area. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtl2013 Posted August 18, 2009 Author Share Posted August 18, 2009 ^ Oh wow thanks. Thats really good to know, because im pretty sure my mom was goin to right up 64, so yeah, we'll try and avoid that as well as we can.! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dvo Posted August 18, 2009 Share Posted August 18, 2009 Yeah he's right. I went to Chicago twice this summer and both times the traffic was AWFUL at that construction on 65. The 2nd time, it added a full hour onto my trip time. I recommend taking 74 all the way into Illinois, and going north on 57. As for the park... It's incredibly expensive. Parking is $15/car, and the food is outrageous (expected amusement park prices). Rides to hit: Viper. A really great woodie in my opinion. Raging Bull: So you can see what it's like to be bored on a hyper coaster. Condor! It's one of my favorite flats. Imagine Shake, Rattle, & Roll without the tilting arms, but raise it about 80 feet. Demon: A nice Arrow looper. Vertical Velocity (V^2): Very fun shuttle coaster. Iron Wolf: There are some rides that are notorious for the pain, but for some reason I love them. This is one. Batman: What can I say, just a great inverted coaster with a ton of speed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luff Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 65 is bad depending on what time you go through. This Sunday I took the recomended alternate route of IN114 to US41 north. By tomtom it only took 15 minutes longer than usual. Another recommendation is to not bring bags or backpacks with you. On the major rides you must rent a locker to store them for $1 a pop. A fanny pack is the largest they will allow on the rides. I would also like to add the ragin cajun. It is a fun spinning coaster. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
violakat03 Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 Thank you to everyone in this thread for the warning about the construction. You have no idea how greatly appreciated it is. dare-to-fly and I will be staunchly avoiding that area of 65 on our trip there this weekend! I'm going to TRY to remember to shoot some videos so you guys can have a VTR of our epic coaster tour of awesomeness. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtl2013 Posted August 19, 2009 Author Share Posted August 19, 2009 Yeah he's right. I went to Chicago twice this summer and both times the traffic was AWFUL at that construction on 65. The 2nd time, it added a full hour onto my trip time. I recommend taking 74 all the way into Illinois, and going north on 57. As for the park... It's incredibly expensive. Parking is $15/car, and the food is outrageous (expected amusement park prices). Rides to hit: Viper. A really great woodie in my opinion. Raging Bull: So you can see what it's like to be bored on a hyper coaster. Condor! It's one of my favorite flats. Imagine Shake, Rattle, & Roll without the tilting arms, but raise it about 80 feet. Demon: A nice Arrow looper. Vertical Velocity (V^2): Very fun shuttle coaster. Iron Wolf: There are some rides that are notorious for the pain, but for some reason I love them. This is one. Batman: What can I say, just a great inverted coaster with a ton of speed. 65 is bad depending on what time you go through. This Sunday I took the recomended alternate route of IN114 to US41 north. By tomtom it only took 15 minutes longer than usual. Another recommendation is to not bring bags or backpacks with you. On the major rides you must rent a locker to store them for $1 a pop. A fanny pack is the largest they will allow on the rides. I would also like to add the ragin cajun. It is a fun spinning coaster. ok thanks to both of you guys. Im not sure which one we are going to take, but we are going to map them out and see which one is the best for us. thanks again! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtl2013 Posted August 19, 2009 Author Share Posted August 19, 2009 Sorry to doubl epost but...new question. Does six flags have a shuttle running through their parking lot up to the gates lik eKI used to?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tigellinus Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 ^I'll be gentle and just say no. Also, be aware, at SFGAm non-premiere parking is sort of a hike. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveStroem Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 Matt, if your going on a weekend, consider spending the $$$ for a Gold Flash Pass. The Sunday that we went was so crowded that I am sure we would not have gotten all the coaster credits in without it. Be aware if you do go for the FP or GFP, that Ragin' Cagun & American Eagle don't have a FP line. Also that AE and Iron Wolf don't open till 11:00. If you opt to not get a FP, then get to the parking lot 45 minutes before the park opens. As soon as you get in head to Superman and work that side of the park first. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtl2013 Posted August 19, 2009 Author Share Posted August 19, 2009 ok haha thanks for the tip. but, i should say why im going, which will put me at the park way before it opens. My sister is into theater and singing. That weekend, they are hosting an audition for a very very big competition, and they are only taking the first 400 people who get there. Therefore, I will be there veeery early. . I will think about the flash pass though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HTCO Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 I'm very jelious of you Matt. Tell Abby I said good luck and ride Viper for me! That thing looks sick! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtl2013 Posted August 19, 2009 Author Share Posted August 19, 2009 haha ok taylor. will do. and haha yeah. im totally riding viper! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 Good luck to your sister. Viper will not disappoint you. Try the front seat...and the back. For me, it is very much a back seat ride...but there are those who swear by the front. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtl2013 Posted August 20, 2009 Author Share Posted August 20, 2009 Will do Terpy. Im kind of a back seat rider too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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