nhimes90 Posted July 27, 2012 Share Posted July 27, 2012 Yep. Still, money must be expended, so I'll be curious to see what kind of investments the new owners plan to make, but a rising tide lifts all ships! Looking more into this, I'm actually quite a bit skeptical. Maybe it's not totally comparable to the Bluegrass Boardwalk situation, but some recent posts have made me see why you made that comparison. Maybe I missed something, but where did management state they would add four water slides and a new wave pool? That seems awfully lofty of an investment for a company on contract to operate for one year with an option to buy. Not to mention, with negotiating this deal where would they have found the time to draw up plans for this expansion? Anyone remember when Bluegrass Boardwalk kept dropping hints of opening the entire park and then their "experts" came in and "evaluated" and things were scaled way back? Not saying these new folks would scale back or face the same exact challenges, but that's pretty lofty goal to start preaching. Here's to hoping it all works out though, The Beach can really attract a demographic KI misses out on and can do just fine right next door. Also, did anyone else notice the "new" manager is also the "former" manager? \Actaully Ralph used to be head of Security/Park Spokesperson. Pam Strickfaden is the VP and GM. Unless things changed before they closed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maverick00 Posted July 29, 2012 Share Posted July 29, 2012 I wonder if the season pass holders that switched to Soak City will stay with Soak City or go back to The Beach. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Original Posted July 30, 2012 Share Posted July 30, 2012 Yep. Still, money must be expended, so I'll be curious to see what kind of investments the new owners plan to make, but a rising tide lifts all ships! I wonder how much money they make. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nhimes90 Posted October 5, 2012 Share Posted October 5, 2012 So I passed the beach today and they are repainting a few (if not all) the waterslides. From what I saw one is getting painted orange and another is purple. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
medford Posted October 5, 2012 Share Posted October 5, 2012 There has been some sort of trailor parked outside of the slide near I-71 off/on for the last week or so, looks like they're going a lot of "cleanup" type work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZ Kinda Guy Posted October 5, 2012 Share Posted October 5, 2012 Great news to hear. Can't wait to see what this place can do with a strong financial backing. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Browntggrr Posted October 5, 2012 Share Posted October 5, 2012 I'm glad it was only a one year hiatus. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RingMaster Posted October 5, 2012 Share Posted October 5, 2012 Meanwhile, a kingdom near Louisville remains under lock and key by a quite nasty Fair Board for the past several. We would have had bluegrass playing amidst its boardwalks, but alas, the only sound the board wants is that of bills flapping near their ears. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcgoble3 Posted December 14, 2012 Share Posted December 14, 2012 Got an email today with new details, and there's more on the official website. Key points: May 18 and 19, 2013 will be opening weekend, with daily operation beginning May 25, and closing day will be September 7. The new owners are "adding so many new attractions and will be spending just over $5 million on renovations". That wording leaves it ambiguous as to whether the new attractions are included in the $5 million or not. 2013 season passes on sale now for "lowest prices of the season": basic pass (admission only) $49.99 (regular $69.99); Adventure Season Pass (admission and parking) $64.99 (regular $99.98). Package deals combining 2 or 4 passes with weekday bring-a-friend passes and cabana rentals are also available for up to nearly 50% off. 2012 season passes will be honored for admission throughout the 2013 season. What's your opinion on this? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoastersRZ Posted December 14, 2012 Share Posted December 14, 2012 I think the new operators still have a lot of work to do. There is still a lot of bad publicity associated with the way that the Beach closed and did not open this season. And they are in a tough market to compete considering Kings Island is right across the street. I wish them the best and hope they are successful. I have only been to The Beach once, and that one visit was on a comp ticket that my relatives had given me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
westcoaster Posted December 14, 2012 Share Posted December 14, 2012 Its great to hear, hopefully they advertise and pack the park: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BB1 Posted December 14, 2012 Share Posted December 14, 2012 Well, the whole "bright" slide paint idea seems to be catching wind, I dont really like it. Alas im just glad crowds will be smaller this year at the 'Bay, or as some say the 'City, maybe the "buzz" that the new waterpark had last year will go away? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted December 14, 2012 Share Posted December 14, 2012 I wouldn't count on Soak City's crowds being smaller. Much depends on weather. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheCrypt Posted December 14, 2012 Share Posted December 14, 2012 AZTEC ADVENTURE Still the only water coaster in the Midwest, delivering 500 pulse-pounding feet of thrilling twists, unexpected turns, and a breath-catching final plunge through the mouth of a giant jaguar into a splash pool guarded by giant cobras. Wait, what? 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoasterGeek101 Posted December 14, 2012 Share Posted December 14, 2012 This looks awesome! I can't wait to be there Opening Day........ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
medford Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 Driving past it every day, they've been putting in a good amount of work in at least the visable areas along 71. Some sort of rock features along the slides and in the wave pool along 71, plus a good amount of paint. I haven't been to the Beach in a good 15-20 years, so theres probably a lot of improvements I'm missing, but it looks like they are making a serious run of it. Hope if works out for them. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordon Bombay Posted December 19, 2012 Share Posted December 19, 2012 AZTEC ADVENTURE Still the only water coaster in the Midwest, delivering 500 pulse-pounding feet of thrilling twists, unexpected turns, and a breath-catching final plunge through the mouth of a giant jaguar into a splash pool guarded by giant cobras. Wait, what? I think "water coaster" by the terms of that particular ride's manufacturer. They used to bill it as one back when it opened. I'm not up on my waterpark terminology, but I believe that ride uses the jets to push you up hills much like the more modern ones. Can anyone confirm? Well, the whole "bright" slide paint idea seems to be catching wind, I dont really like it. Alas im just glad crowds will be smaller this year at the 'Bay, or as some say the 'City, maybe the "buzz" that the new waterpark had last year will go away? The "bright" idea is a strong representation that the place has been improved. It can even be seen from the highway, this kind of perception is key to The Beach. Also, I doubt it'll effect Soak City crowds, the two parks are vastly different and cater to different demographics. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beastrider97 Posted December 19, 2012 Share Posted December 19, 2012 ^Aztec Adventure does indeed use water jets, and it isn't as reliable as more modern providers of propulsion. It sometimes valleys inbetween the hills, more often than newer ones. The two times I've ridden it, it definitely feels like you are barely going to make it over the top. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheCrypt Posted December 19, 2012 Share Posted December 19, 2012 AZTEC ADVENTURE Still the only water coaster in the Midwest, delivering 500 pulse-pounding feet of thrilling twists, unexpected turns, and a breath-catching final plunge through the mouth of a giant jaguar into a splash pool guarded by giant cobras. Wait, what? I think "water coaster" by the terms of that particular ride's manufacturer. They used to bill it as one back when it opened. I'm not up on my waterpark terminology, but I believe that ride uses the jets to push you up hills much like the more modern ones. Can anyone confirm? There are more than one water coaster in the Midwest (the one at GWL and the one at Castaway Bay come to mind). I don't know where the writers got confused--perhaps it was the first? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hammbone Posted December 19, 2012 Share Posted December 19, 2012 How about the worlds 1st and 2nd longest water coasters at Holiday World. They use LIM's though unlike the old "Master Blaster" style that use water pressure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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