silver2005 Posted September 9, 2015 Share Posted September 9, 2015 I'll also say that the copper and blue is starting to grow on me, but that added silver on it looks odd. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
calakapepe Posted September 9, 2015 Share Posted September 9, 2015 It also is a very close color scheme being right next to Rougarou.. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MDMC01 Posted September 9, 2015 Share Posted September 9, 2015 Valravn looks cool, and a bit longer that I'd previously thought. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silver2005 Posted September 9, 2015 Share Posted September 9, 2015 Another aesthetic thing I like about it is the path interaction. The paths are really close to all those really big elements. I'm also glad they're getting rid of the dead end by Blue Streak. 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gad198 Posted September 9, 2015 Share Posted September 9, 2015 A great new B&M dive coaster looms on the horizon. I personally can't wait to ride it. It sets sail under a rain of negativity. A storm brought by many I perceive, that may only be following others perceptions. There are a total of 2 B&M dive machines operating in the U.S. Yet the number of negative comments would lead one to believe almost everyone has ridden one, and that they suck. I have rode 1, of the 2, that exist in this country, and thoroughly enjoyed it. Great post. I think what many are seeing when we see comments like "it's OK", "I'm underwhelmed", or "I wish they would have pushed the envelope" are comments that are coming from a very vocal minority. That minority is only impressed when a coaster announcement is: a new RMC a new Intamin anything other than a B&M There's a reason that Cedar Fair continues to order from B&M. The park representatives I've had a chance to talk to all LOVE B&M coasters. Park maintenance personnel LOVE B&M coasters. The general public LOVE B&M coasters, and Valravn is going to be no different. Parks know exactly what they're getting when they order a B&M coaster - a reliable, high-capacity ride that the public will like. That "we know what we're getting with a B&M coaster" mentality frustrates certain enthusiasts to no end. This is exactly the reason why parks don't listen to the vocal minority - and rightly so - because some folks are just not in tune with reality. 10 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tr0y Posted September 9, 2015 Share Posted September 9, 2015 A B&M flyer would have made such a better addition at CP than a dive coaster. Whenever I get the need to dive at the point I take the 120mph+ route. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
medford Posted September 9, 2015 Share Posted September 9, 2015 I'm guessing a large % of those attending Cedar Point next season will have no idea that any other B&M dive coaster exists, let alone who B&M is. I suppose the roller coaster world is smaller today than ever with youtube POVs available for just about every major ride in the country, however, the average guest will just be happy that a new, shiny ride will most likely be open when they attend next season, reliability is a great thing to have when you travel 250+ miles for your 1 trip a season to an amusement park. 15 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steph88 Posted September 9, 2015 Share Posted September 9, 2015 ^ Or 1,732 miles. It took me 4 years and 4 park visits to finally get a ride on a WindSeeker. And even then I've never had a night ride. Reliability is a VERY good thing. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thekidd33 Posted September 9, 2015 Share Posted September 9, 2015 ^Thats my story with Lost Coaster at Indiana Beach. Still have yet to ride that darn thing. I think Valravn looks great and will be a huge hit next year. Hopefully they keep a webcam pointed at the construction site this fall. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KI FANATIC 37 Posted September 9, 2015 Share Posted September 9, 2015 I have always loved Dive Machines. This looks beautiful! Can't wait to head up to CP and ride this thing next year! 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ethancoaster Posted September 9, 2015 Share Posted September 9, 2015 This is going to be a great addition, but I haven't gotten the chance to visit Kings Island yet. The only experience I've had with vest restraints is Gatekeeper. How are Banshee's restraints in comparison? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcgoble3 Posted September 9, 2015 Share Posted September 9, 2015 This is going to be a great addition, but I haven't gotten the chance to visit Kings Island yet. The only experience I've had with vest restraints is Gatekeeper. How are Banshee's restraints in comparison? Same restraints. Note that if you had the problems with tightening vests on Gatekeeper opening year, those problems have been fixed, and Banshee received the fixed restraints to begin with. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ethancoaster Posted September 9, 2015 Share Posted September 9, 2015 This is going to be a great addition, but I haven't gotten the chance to visit Kings Island yet. The only experience I've had with vest restraints is Gatekeeper. How are Banshee's restraints in comparison? Same restraints. Note that if you had the problems with tightening vests on Gatekeeper opening year, those problems have been fixed, and Banshee received the fixed restraints to begin with. Oh....... I actually visited CP this summer. My problem with the restraints isn't that they tighten (which has obviously been fixed), it's that there's not that much breathing room to begin with. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhantomTheater Posted September 9, 2015 Share Posted September 9, 2015 The replacement of the mercury statue with an ugly monolith saddens me. It also appears the old light fixtures may also disappear, more sadness. However Cad Cars is staying, Happiness. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coasterfanatic83 Posted September 10, 2015 Share Posted September 10, 2015 My first thought: "I would like to buy a vowel please."I am excited to have the Blue Streak area opened up more. Not having a dead end there, as well as investing in the area, will make it much more enjoyable than ever before in my lifetime. The crowds will flow much more smoothly.I'm interested to ride Valravn. I have never been on a dive coaster before, so chalk it up as a new experience for me. It doesn't look like it will blow me out of the water, but just thinking about hanging there waiting to drop on a ride nearly as tall as Diamondback is enough to get me on it, and we'll see what happens from there!Solid addition for Cedar Point. The public will enjoy it, and the park will enjoy a stable, consistent ride. I'm not sure what this says about me at this point, but I enjoyed playing with the Panoramic POV almost as much as the announcement itself. 12 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fryoj Posted September 10, 2015 Share Posted September 10, 2015 A great new B&M dive coaster looms on the horizon. I personally can't wait to ride it. It sets sail under a rain of negativity. A storm brought by many I perceive, that may only be following others perceptions. There are a total of 2 B&M dive machines operating in the U.S. Yet the number of negative comments would lead one to believe almost everyone has ridden one, and that they suck. I have rode 1, of the 2, that exist in this country, and thoroughly enjoyed it. Great post. I think what many are seeing when we see comments like "it's OK", "I'm underwhelmed", or "I wish they would have pushed the envelope" are comments that are coming from a very vocal minority. That minority is only impressed when a coaster announcement is: a new RMC a new Intamin anything other than a B&M There's a reason that Cedar Fair continues to order from B&M. The park representatives I've had a chance to talk to all LOVE B&M coasters. Park maintenance personnel LOVE B&M coasters. The general public LOVE B&M coasters, and Valravn is going to be no different. Parks know exactly what they're getting when they order a B&M coaster - a reliable, high-capacity ride that the public will like. That "we know what we're getting with a B&M coaster" mentality frustrates certain enthusiasts to no end. This is exactly the reason why parks don't listen to the vocal minority - and rightly so - because some folks are just not in tune with reality. I disagree. I'm a big fan of B&Ms. There are very few that I've rode that I don't like. If I owned a park, and had to buy a coaster and had to factor everything in, it would be a B&M. But this ride is very meh to me. I can't get past the fact it is Drop, Immelman, Midcourse Brake. For the plot of land they used, maybe thats all they really had the room to do. I'll still ride it given the opportunity, and probably will enjoy it, but I'd be shocked if I want to ride it more than once in a visit. But as far as Cedar Point and management goes, if they really want to know what the GP wants(ie the vocal majority), they'd look at their three most popular rides. Dragster, MF, and Maverick. But we don't want to mix reality into a good elitist argument... 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
calakapepe Posted September 10, 2015 Share Posted September 10, 2015 This is going to be a great addition, but I haven't gotten the chance to visit Kings Island yet. The only experience I've had with vest restraints is Gatekeeper. How are Banshee's restraints in comparison? Same restraints. Note that if you had the problems with tightening vests on Gatekeeper opening year, those problems have been fixed, and Banshee received the fixed restraints to begin with. "fixed" Count one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goettablitz Posted September 10, 2015 Share Posted September 10, 2015 Looking at the layout the ride does seem to be rather simple, short or maybe under whelming. As stated above "Drop, Immleman, Midcourse Break". However having ridden Sheikra several times I can tell you that the experience is much different. The first half of Sheikra is very similar to Valraven. Drop, Immelman, Midcourse Break. The first time I rode Sheikra I expected to be underwhelmed and thought the ride would be too short. After actually riding it I felt very different. I was completely satisfied with the ride length and experience. Also the holding break at the top of the lift is absolutely terrifying. It was like taking the best drop ride you have ever ridden and then throwing a coaster on the end of it. As good as the animations and POVs have become they will NEVER substitute for actually riding the ride. I think this will be a great addition to the Point. They have an un-matched variety of coasters. This is one more notch in their belt and I say keep em coming! 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcgoble3 Posted September 10, 2015 Share Posted September 10, 2015 This is going to be a great addition, but I haven't gotten the chance to visit Kings Island yet. The only experience I've had with vest restraints is Gatekeeper. How are Banshee's restraints in comparison? Same restraints. Note that if you had the problems with tightening vests on Gatekeeper opening year, those problems have been fixed, and Banshee received the fixed restraints to begin with. "fixed" Count one. I don't understand this post. Explain, please? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
calakapepe Posted September 10, 2015 Share Posted September 10, 2015 The restraints being too tight were fixed. But I disagree, and Im in the minority. And count one avoided a one word post. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PyroKinesis Posted September 10, 2015 Share Posted September 10, 2015 It's going to be really fun seeing and hearing the reactions from people who have no idea what the gimmick is on a B&M Dive Coaster. "Why did it suddenly stop at the top?" 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
calakapepe Posted September 10, 2015 Share Posted September 10, 2015 Probably not going to happen as everyone can see the ride operate before they get on.. unless they are the very very first ones.. which probably means they've cared enough to have looked at the animation video. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PyroKinesis Posted September 10, 2015 Share Posted September 10, 2015 Probably not going to happen as everyone can see the ride operate before they get on... Yes, those are the people I'm talking about, chief. The people who haven't ridden it yet, haven't seen it yet, don't know what it is. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rcwizard13 Posted September 10, 2015 Share Posted September 10, 2015 Probably not going to happen as everyone can see the ride operate before they get on.. unless they are the very very first ones.. which probably means they've cared enough to have looked at the animation video. Everyone can see Backlot Stunt Coaster stop, too. Yet, at least one mother has shouted, "OMG! It stopped! My kid is stuck on that!" 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RailRider Posted September 10, 2015 Share Posted September 10, 2015 The drop is what makes a Dive Coaster and Valravn will have quite the drop. The rest of the layout is just icing. Also the entry plaza, color scheme and logo are all winners. The general public will love this addition and that is what matters. 10 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tr0y Posted September 10, 2015 Share Posted September 10, 2015 Now that I think about it why did Rougarou not receive these new restraints? 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KevKenny Posted September 10, 2015 Share Posted September 10, 2015 I'm just glad I don't have to travel to the south to ride a B&M dive coaster now. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KI FANATIC 37 Posted September 10, 2015 Share Posted September 10, 2015 Even though Valravn is only 200 something feet, There is 0 drag at the top of the hill like most coasters have when the back of the train is still on the chain. This is why I think most Dive Coasters have a very fun and forceful hill even though they aren't incredibly tall. 200 feet doesn't sound super high, but you race down that hill! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
calakapepe Posted September 10, 2015 Share Posted September 10, 2015 Probably more due to the fact that the trains are so short rather than the train dragging on the chain and anti-rollbacks. That, and the train is already over the edge before it drops. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
purdude86 Posted September 10, 2015 Share Posted September 10, 2015 I disagree. I'm a big fan of B&Ms. There are very few that I've rode that I don't like. If I owned a park, and had to buy a coaster and had to factor everything in, it would be a B&M. But this ride is very meh to me. I can't get past the fact it is Drop, Immelman, Midcourse Brake. For the plot of land they used, maybe thats all they really had the room to do. I'll still ride it given the opportunity, and probably will enjoy it, but I'd be shocked if I want to ride it more than once in a visit. But as far as Cedar Point and management goes, if they really want to know what the GP wants(ie the vocal majority), they'd look at their three most popular rides. Dragster, MF, and Maverick. But we don't want to mix reality into a good elitist argument... Can't judge it solely based on the layout, the experience can be very different. Even using one of your examples with Dragster, that ride just goes right up then back down and that is all. Valravn is doing much more and a much longer experience. But despite the limited layout and lack of any elements to the ride besides one single hill it is still one of the most popular rides. A similar case could be made for boomerang coasters like Invertigo. They are pretty simple and very short layouts but are fun and well liked. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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