Cedar Point to remove Disaster Transport & Space Spiral for B&M Wing

[AintNutinElse2Do]

Personally I love Disaster Transport and it was actually my second favorite coaster in the park (MF being my favorite and Maverick my least) last year at Haunt. Perhaps I enjoyed it so much because it was a near walk on during a super crowded day, or perhaps because it reminded me of two rides mixed together from the past (Screamin Delta Deamon and Chaos at Opryland). Though I doubt it'll be moved I'd love to see it put in that big box in Rivertown.

[TheCrypt]

Honestly speaking, I would have thought Ouimet would have tried to save this, maybe give it an offseason refurb, seeing as it is the only darkride (as of late) at Cedar Point. But what do I know? Maybe it will get sent to Michigan's Adventure. Maybe it won't. In due time.

[shark6495]

I rode DT on my last trip to Cedar Point. I am not sure if I loved the ride or hated it. It was a nice walk on ride and was some what thrilling. But it was also way too dark and not very long.... Again, not sure how I feel about it...

[Browntggrr]

If the article is correct that the unconfirmed winged coaster will be the longest in the park, it will be longer than MF's almost 6600'.

For comparison's sake, Beast is almost 7400'.

That will be one LONG coaster!

[dr_humor]

I believe it will be the longest of its kind; not necessarily the longest at CP.

[thekidd33]

^That is indeed what the first reports said, then the Blade article that Terpy linked said longest on the park. Personally I believe the former over the latter.

[The Interpreter]

The Blade is not known for its incredible record for accuracy.

And unless I note otherwise when I post an article, I am merely posting it. I do not vouch for it. Particularly is this so when there has been no official announcement.

[markr]

I really liked DT except for the fact that it was really hot in the ride area. Would be nice if they could move DT to KI in its original form as Avalanche Run with the ride being outside.

[74Gibson]

I always thought DT and Avalanche Run were lackluster. Even riding Acalanche as a kid it didn't come close to being as fun as other bobsleds I had ridden.

I am so glad to see the big ugly box on the beach go!

[markr]

As far as Space Spiral, won't be sorry to see that go. I could never understand how they could have such a ride without any a/c inside.

[Leland Wykoff]

The longer ride at the Cedar Point B&M winged coaster will allow for much better capacity than Dollywood's Wild Eagle.

Wild Eagle, while most impressive, has only two trains and the turn around time is so compressed I see no way they could add a third train to effect a capacity gain. They simply do not have time to board and dispatch another train in time. The prior departing train is already awaiting reentry into the station prior to the second train departing.

No doubt Cedar Point will have a larger station, possibly larger trains with more seats per train, as well as more than two trains. A larger station and platform could allow for boarding to be more efficient and thus departures quickened. The boarding time necessary on Wild Eagle is excessive. While training could quicken the process a bit the real time fault lies in the structure of the ride. A double station would address much of those issues.

[HWBeast1039]

One thing is certain about the new coaster. It will be red and the name will start with M.

[The Interpreter]

Perhaps not. Mr. Kinzel is no longer in charge.

[markr]

One thing is certain about the new coaster. It will be red and the name will start with M.

I think the likely color for the coaster is green since new green B & M track has been spotted. But I certainly see your point about the name starting with an M.

[HWBeast1039]

I just hope they don't let the fans name it. Dragster H20 might be the silliest thing I've ever heard.

[DropZone99]

^^It's already been confirmed the green B&M track in Batavia is heading to China where track has already been spotted and photographed there. I see this coaster being either a bright orange scheme (similar to Behemoth and Talon), or the blue similar to Leviathan or our very own Invertigo!

[LongliveKingsCobra]

Ohhh I'd like an Orange scheme...to me, Orange seems to be a limited color in the Roller Coaster World!

[thekidd33]

^^It's already been confirmed the green B&M track in Batavia is heading to China where track has already been spotted and photographed there. I see this coaster being either a bright orange scheme (similar to Behemoth and Talon), or the blue similar to Leviathan or our very own Invertigo!

Supposedly, there are two different sets of green wing rider track outside the plant. Separate order numbers have been seen on different pieces of track.

[Browntggrr]

As far as Space Spiral, won't be sorry to see that go. I could never understand how they could have such a ride without any a/c inside.

SS did have a/c back in the 70's & early 80's.

[The Interpreter]

Perhaps Mr. Kinzel considered it to be unnecessary theming.

[Browntggrr]

Or the RoI did not support a/c or the cost of repainting the continuous "melting" rust streak the a/c caused.

[rotag]

The longer ride at the Cedar Point B&M winged coaster will allow for much better capacity than Dollywood's Wild Eagle.

Wild Eagle, while most impressive, has only two trains and the turn around time is so compressed I see no way they could add a third train to effect a capacity gain. They simply do not have time to board and dispatch another train in time. The prior departing train is already awaiting reentry into the station prior to the second train departing.

No doubt Cedar Point will have a larger station, possibly larger trains with more seats per train, as well as more than two trains. A larger station and platform could allow for boarding to be more efficient and thus departures quickened. The boarding time necessary on Wild Eagle is excessive. While training could quicken the process a bit the real time fault lies in the structure of the ride. A double station would address much of those issues.

thus we forget bout Firehawk with it's double loading station?

[coasterfanatic83]

I would like to see a darker color scheme, personally. However, that will most likely not happen because it is the front of the park and it is surrounded by bright, flashy colors.

[The Interpreter]

Coaster Fans Ready for CP's New Ride:

http://www.sanduskyregister.com/news/coasterreaction060212mtxml

[PhantomTheater]

Why don't the Register comments ever make sense?

[FOF1996]

I would love to see Cedar Point/Cedar Fair let the public pick the name of the new coaster.

Any suggestions guys?

Mine is Steel Scorpion

I would love to see Cedar Point/Cedar Fair let the public pick the name of the new coaster.

Any suggestions guys?

Mine is Steel Scorpion

After the public thought that Dragster H₂O was a great name for Soak City's new water slide, I'm hoping they have nothing to do with it...

You beat me to it! CP should never do a name the ride thing like this again!

[faeriewench]

Geez, how bad is Disaster Transport? Seems like everyone is okay with seeing it go. When I read about it, that was one of the more unique sounding rides at the park. I hope to get a chance to ride it.

Me personally I loved it when I was a small kid. Back when robots like DAVE and the other (might been second one, don't remember) were operational in the queue lines. It was a sad season when I first saw DAVE's head bowed down (we were there for a rather extended stay and he was like that the entire time but other times I don't know) I think that was right before they started using the queue for "Cedar Point Cemetery" in Halloweekends debut year. But as the years progressed it started to became "meh" though I still liked it on hot days and it was fun riding it with my dad.

[flightoffear1996]

I only rode DT since just about everytime I wnet to ride the A/C was broke and couldn't stand waiting in the line

[Browntggrr]

Now it is official. From CP's FB page-

Something big is happening. Disaster Transport & Space Spiral will be dismantled this season to make space for @!!$!(*%%. We're sad to see them go, but are excited as we fly into the future. Stay tuned for more!

http://www.facebook....m/#!/cedarpoint

I assume something was announced at CoasterMania.

EDIT: 60 seconds is a long time!

[bkroz]

EDIT: You beat me to it! (Got the runaround trying to post a .png image and had to re-save / re-upload it!)

And the Facebook post includes an extra hint...