KIRules! Posted August 5, 2013 Posted August 5, 2013 This's a tough one since both companies have produced great coasters. Quote
BeastForever Posted August 6, 2013 Posted August 6, 2013 In my day, it didn't matter who the manufacturer was, whether it was made of wood or steel, went 500 feet up or stayed low to the ground. We just wanted to have a day of fun and share some laughs with family and friends. Because that's the way it was, and we liked it like that! U mad bro? (Wow I've gotta stop saying that.) Great post by the way... 7 Quote
FlyingEagle Posted August 11, 2013 Posted August 11, 2013 For myself I have been on 8 Intamin coasters and 10 B&M coasters. My favorite Intamin coasters I have been on are Top Thrill Dragster, Wicked Twister, Volcano, Millennium Force, & Xcelerator. My favorite B&M coaster I have been on are Diamondback, Raptor, Silver Bullet, Tatsu & Scream. To me I enjoy B&M rides more, but does not mean I don't like Intamin coaster because there are some really good one there that are fun. 1 Quote
YoungStud Posted August 11, 2013 Posted August 11, 2013 In my day, it didn't matter who the manufacturer was, whether it was made of wood or steel, went 500 feet up or stayed low to the ground. We just wanted to have a day of fun and share some laughs with family and friends. Because that's the way it was, and we liked it like that!U mad bro? (Wow I've gotta stop saying that.) Great post by the way... I guess I am different. I only use that train of thought when I am dissapointed in a ride and want to make the best of the situation. 2 Quote
Diamondbacker27 Posted August 11, 2013 Posted August 11, 2013 I would have to say I enjoy Intamin's Thrills and B&M's safety 3 Quote
BeastForever Posted August 11, 2013 Posted August 11, 2013 In my day, it didn't matter who the manufacturer was, whether it was made of wood or steel, went 500 feet up or stayed low to the ground. We just wanted to have a day of fun and share some laughs with family and friends. Because that's the way it was, and we liked it like that!U mad bro? (Wow I've gotta stop saying that.) Great post by the way... I guess I am different. I only use that train of thought when I am dissapointed in a ride and want to make the best of the situation. Wait, are you directing that toward me or Don? Quote
BeastForever Posted September 25, 2013 Posted September 25, 2013 I've never actually ridden an Intamin, but the b and ms I've been on we're pretty good (Intimidator, Afterburn, Vortex) although Vortex isn't the most comfortable, but of course it has been around for about twenty years and it is a stand up coaster. Intimidator is very fun, it has nice airtime, and even styles your hair for you! Afterburn is very fun, it's action-packed, and goes upside down 6 times. After all, b and m has invented the invert, floorless, dive, and wing coasters. These coasters beg to differ... Quote
LordSkippy Posted September 25, 2013 Posted September 25, 2013 B&M might not have invented the wing coaster, but they certainly did popularize it, and that's gotta count for something. Quote
BeastForever Posted September 26, 2013 Posted September 26, 2013 I still cringe at the memory of Gatekeeper's jackhammering. 2 Quote
fanofFirehawk Posted September 26, 2013 Posted September 26, 2013 It was that bad? I still cringe the fact that I have rode the dragster only 3 times after 9 trips to Cedar Point this season. Quote
BeastForever Posted September 26, 2013 Posted September 26, 2013 Yes, it was THAT bad. (Really? I've ridden Dragster 5 times in 2 trips this summer. At what times did you go?) 2 Quote
thedevariouseffect Posted September 26, 2013 Posted September 26, 2013 Where are you riding GK? I notice it only in the back outside seats, front seats are still smooth as glass from riding last week Quote
BeastForever Posted September 26, 2013 Posted September 26, 2013 Over the 3 times I've ridden it I think I've been riding in the middle to back. If I had to guess, twice in row 5, and once in row 6. Even though I haven't been riding near the front, I still think it shouldn't be that rough in ANY seat. 3 Quote
thedevariouseffect Posted September 26, 2013 Posted September 26, 2013 Oh totally agree, it was butter smooth when it opened. I think the issue comes down to wheels, somewhat similar to DB...Only way to tell is next season though, I mean that ride has gone through it's paces this season for sure. If it stays that way, sad day 2 Quote
Tr0y Posted September 26, 2013 Posted September 26, 2013 How can anyone complain about a little shuffling on a steel coaster? Especially a B&M coaster for crying out loud.. Take a ride on The Racer that has real shuffling. Quote
The Interpreter Posted September 26, 2013 Posted September 26, 2013 Nitro does not shuffle or rattle. It's a B&M, last I checked. See also Great Advencha's Bizarro, Batman...no shuffling, no rattling, ride like the day they opened. And I should know, since I was there for Medusa's and Nitro's openings (and Kinda Ka's and El Toro's, for that matter) 2 Quote
BeastForever Posted September 27, 2013 Posted September 27, 2013 Gatekeeper's shuffling (in its bad seats) are definitely something to be concerned about. Getting your brain mashed like that certainly doesn't promote "the Best Day Ever" experience. Quote
YoungStud Posted September 27, 2013 Posted September 27, 2013 Nitro does not shuffle or rattle. It's a B&M, last I checked. See also Great Advencha's Bizarro, Batman...no shuffling, no rattling, ride like the day they opened. And I should know, since I was there for Medusa's and Nitro's openings (and Kinda Ka's and El Toro's, for that matter) Six flags maintenance better than FUN? 2 Quote
BeastForever Posted September 27, 2013 Posted September 27, 2013 ^I guess. Why else would it be that these newer B&M's like DB and GK are shuffling so much already while others like Nitro and Bizarro have been running smooth for 10-15 years? 2 Quote
YoungStud Posted September 27, 2013 Posted September 27, 2013 I seriously would not allow gatesleeper & diamondstack to run with them shaking so bad. SOB was smooth as glass compared to the shuffling on Diamondback. 1 Quote
BeastForever Posted September 27, 2013 Posted September 27, 2013 Ok well... I wouldn't go THAT far in describing Diamondback's shuffling, but I do think it is something that should be taken care of. Especially around the trim brake area. Bleh. Horrid jackhammering if you're sitting near the back. While as for Gatekeeper... YES, THE SHUFFLING IS BAD! Quote
YoungStud Posted September 27, 2013 Posted September 27, 2013 The only problem I had with Sob was the premier trains and being stapled.the restraint/ankle restraints took up over half of the possible space in the car. 1 Quote
Tr0y Posted September 27, 2013 Posted September 27, 2013 SOB smooth as glass hahaha, who knows maybe we are seeing the demise of B&M. 2 Quote
YoungStud Posted September 27, 2013 Posted September 27, 2013 I am no engineer but if you build a forceless ride why would there be jackhammering? 2 Quote
The Interpreter Posted September 27, 2013 Posted September 27, 2013 Based on Millennium Force, I'd say there wouldn't be any...then I consider Mean Streak.... 3 Quote
thedevariouseffect Posted September 27, 2013 Posted September 27, 2013 Probably needs new wheels or a small correction....Think media day/opening month...butter smooth...just has progressively gotten worse. Looking at the wheels compared to opening day too btw, I mean they really do look worn, They were flat wheels when I rode them and my second trip not too much, but now the wheels have a groove as deep as the ones on TTD's trains 4 Quote
The Interpreter Posted September 27, 2013 Posted September 27, 2013 Such a relatively small expense, but apparently not a major priority at one of the largest seasonal park operators in the nation. 2 Quote
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