CP Maverick Posted October 15, 2016 Share Posted October 15, 2016 So, I found this on Facebook, but I don't know who originated the photo... but I-Box confirmed on site: http://i.imgur.com/lcUlYUl.jpg 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Ding Dong Posted November 4, 2016 Share Posted November 4, 2016 Top Thrill Cubster. Sigh. https://twitter.com/cedarpoint/status/794521950156681216 In the video Tony turning the camera away from Mean Streak was great. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
malem Posted November 4, 2016 Share Posted November 4, 2016 ^ Well, that's one way to sing it. The Mean Streak bit was hilarious. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silver2005 Posted November 4, 2016 Share Posted November 4, 2016 I wonder what SFGAm ride would have renamed by CP. I imagine the word 'hawk' was involved. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Creed Bratton Posted November 11, 2016 Share Posted November 11, 2016 Wanted to point out, that several coaster clubs got an email today from Tony Clark at CP to share with their members... I’m writing to you today to address a concern regarding visitors to the park in the winter, and I’m also asking for your help. We are fully aware of the increase in curiosity. However, it must be noted that the park is still private property, currently closed to the public. Any attempt to explore the park, unescorted, is considered trespassing.Although access is granted to Bay Harbor Restaurant during select hours, we’ve encountered several “fans” attempting to drive further into the property. Our Cedar Point Police Department has already contacted several of these individuals, and we will continue to take this very seriously.We will invite guests to see the park at the appropriate time. Our team would greatly appreciate your assistance in discouraging these visits, especially when it comes to content posted online.If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to ask.Sincerely,Tony ClarkDirector of CommunicationsCedar Point Amusement Park I hope that none of us here at KIC are silly enough to visit CP while it's closed. But a friendly reminder, please don't do anything to harm the reputation of KIC, GOCC, ACE, Coaster Crew, etc. We'll all know and see it soon enough! 14 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoasterDirected Posted November 13, 2016 Share Posted November 13, 2016 It's extremely silly that they have to even say this... I can wait till they announce RM(eanStreak)C. And with St. Louis open through New Years and Mystic Timbers before May, I can even wait till opening day. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Ding Dong Posted November 13, 2016 Share Posted November 13, 2016 ^ I agree it is silly and I am sure they have their reasons for handling communications about MS they way they are but being so secretive is just setting up the potential for problems. Some people have to much time on their hands and are just to fanatical about coasters. Attempts will be made either on shore or off shore. It just seems like it would be better to put a web cam on it or release some construction photos periodically to feed The Beasts. In the end they would likely be able to control the communication better that way. 99.9% of the community will obey the rules and be responsible, a few will not and then if CF then blames the community for the actions of those few, that is what I would find silly. Hopefully that won't happen. Regarding SFSTL, if everyone is healthy we will be visiting family over the holiday break so I will likely go to check it out BUT given the short hours (2-9) and limited rides available I am not going in expecting to ride anything. The lines potentially could be huge and standing in line in freezing temps for an hour or two would be very unpleasant. Winter in St. Louis tends to be overcast and moist. Fine for being outside and active, but not standing still. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McSalsa Posted November 13, 2016 Share Posted November 13, 2016 Oddly I had a dream about the Mean Streak RMC conversion last night. It had a runaway train theme (my mind probably based that on Tony's tweet calling the track "railroad track" when he was asked a few weeks ago- did he just hint at the theme?), and for some reason, a "shed"-like dark ride section for the MCBR (not at the end of the ride like Mystic Timbers will have- also I doubt the real ride will have that feature) and there were more airtime hills/banked turns/inversions afterwards. It looked very fun and I woke up excited, then realized it was a dream. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Creed Bratton Posted November 14, 2016 Share Posted November 14, 2016 I have a strong feeling it'll be runaway train themed. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CP Maverick Posted November 15, 2016 Share Posted November 15, 2016 Oddly I had a dream about the Mean Streak RMC conversion last night. It had a runaway train theme (my mind probably based that on Tony's tweet calling the track "railroad track" when he was asked a few weeks ago- did he just hint at the theme?), [...]There were railroad tracks in the photo. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Ding Dong Posted November 15, 2016 Share Posted November 15, 2016 The 12/11 Santa Hustle 5K route appears to loop around by the old MS entrance and the Half Marathon runs along Perimeter Road. 1/3 of participants are walkers so unless they ban cameras on the event there should be lots of progress videos/pics at that time. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teenageninja Posted November 15, 2016 Share Posted November 15, 2016 Oddly I had a dream about the Mean Streak RMC conversion last night. It had a runaway train theme (my mind probably based that on Tony's tweet calling the track "railroad track" when he was asked a few weeks ago- did he just hint at the theme?), [...]There were railroad tracks in the photo. There is also a railroad track separating Mean Streak from the main midway. Does anyone think that the RMC conversion will be done this offseason? I would think they would announce that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
malem Posted November 15, 2016 Share Posted November 15, 2016 Even if Mean Streak's replacement is opening in 2017, at this point I wouldn't expect an announcement until at least January. IAAPA is happening now, then we're basically in the holiday season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Creed Bratton Posted November 15, 2016 Share Posted November 15, 2016 Have heard folks throwing around Jan 4th as a possible announcement date....? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcgoble3 Posted November 16, 2016 Share Posted November 16, 2016 According to Coaster Nation on Facebook, RMC said at IAAPA that "there's no RMC projects opening in 2017". 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Creed Bratton Posted November 16, 2016 Share Posted November 16, 2016 I'm sure they probably said that...I mean they almost would have to with non disclosures especially when speaking with someone of the "media" (I put quotes there for a purpose). I'm also sure they would have to say that since the park has not announced anything at this point either. There could be validity in that statement but unless it is coming from CP and RMC their-selves publicly and not at a trade show to a member of the "media"/coaster page I will wait for an official word. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kenban Posted November 16, 2016 Share Posted November 16, 2016 Except if RMC had a project which would open in 2017 which could not be discussed the normal response is that, "We have nothing to annouce at this time". I have also heard "I cannot discuss possible future projects." To just flat out state that RMC has no 2017 projects is very telling to me. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matt112986 Posted November 16, 2016 Share Posted November 16, 2016 Except if RMC had a project which would open in 2017 which could not be discussed the normal response is that, "We have nothing to annouce at this time". I have also heard "I cannot discuss possible future projects." To just flat out state that RMC has no 2017 projects is very telling to me. Have to agree here, its essentially a lie if Cedar Point announces their new RMC opening in 2017. If they said that then it looks like 2018 is much more likely. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Creed Bratton Posted November 16, 2016 Share Posted November 16, 2016 They may be able to discuss future projects but they may not be able to discuss for 2017 specifically for CP until the park announces. That's what a NDA does. It prohibits anyone who has signed on to talk about project in any form until it's allowed through the agreement. I believe they said what they were able to say. I also find it very telling that the Facebook page said "RMC says "there's no RMC projects opening in 2017"." Note, they didn't say who they talked to from RMC. They didn't disclose a source other than "RMC says." That reminded me of a page on Facebook that supports Indiana Beach creating a podcast that stated what you could see happening at IB next year because his "source" said so and you'll see once the press releases are out. When looking at the Facebook page you can see it's all about self validation, not valid information. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Ding Dong Posted November 16, 2016 Share Posted November 16, 2016 Except if RMC had a project which would open in 2017 which could not be discussed the normal response is that, "We have nothing to annouce at this time". I have also heard "I cannot discuss possible future projects." To just flat out state that RMC has no 2017 projects is very telling to me. Have to agree here, its essentially a lie if Cedar Point announces their new RMC opening in 2017. If they said that then it looks like 2018 is much more likely. I disagree here. They said "there's no RMC projects opening in 2017". They may be completing construction of a ride in 2017 commission it and accept payment for it but RMC does not decide when a ride is "opened" the owner does. If Cedar Fair does not provide RMC with an "opening" date, RMC therefore has nothing on their calendar that says they have a project opening in 2017. There is no lie because RMC has absolutely no control when a "project opens". 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IndyGuy4KI Posted November 17, 2016 Share Posted November 17, 2016 They might not know MS's opening yet. Just because they may have have engineered a project plan and have an expected completion date, that does not mean they can keep it once they get rebuilding. MS is a big coaster, who know what unknown variables they might come across. That is not even considering MS is at the end of the peninsula and any possible weather delays that other locations might be a little more protected from in the winter. Just a few thoughts.. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matt112986 Posted November 17, 2016 Share Posted November 17, 2016 Except if RMC had a project which would open in 2017 which could not be discussed the normal response is that, "We have nothing to annouce at this time". I have also heard "I cannot discuss possible future projects." To just flat out state that RMC has no 2017 projects is very telling to me. Have to agree here, its essentially a lie if Cedar Point announces their new RMC opening in 2017. If they said that then it looks like 2018 is much more likely. I disagree here. They said "there's no RMC projects opening in 2017". They may be completing construction of a ride in 2017 commission it and accept payment for it but RMC does not decide when a ride is "opened" the owner does. If Cedar Fair does not provide RMC with an "opening" date, RMC therefore has nothing on their calendar that says they have a project opening in 2017. There is no lie because RMC has absolutely no control when a "project opens". I have to stand by my original statement. I would wager RMC has a good bit of knowledge on when their projects are likely to open and that delays are much more likely than early openings. If the source is reputable then 2018 is still much more likely. There perhaps may be an early opening of sorts in 2017 with the official opening for 2018 or an event to try the ride with an early 2018 pass purchase but I wouldn't think its very likely. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Creed Bratton Posted November 17, 2016 Share Posted November 17, 2016 Or the person who runs the page may have looked for "info" and was told that statement whether or not it's true...posted the info in hopes of being the first to "announce" it, which would create the post being shared, allowing for the posts to be seen, the would then have people checking the page out, liking it, etc. with having a "click-bait" type post. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Ding Dong Posted November 21, 2016 Share Posted November 21, 2016 Cam 3 moved to MF. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IBEW_Sparky Posted November 21, 2016 Share Posted November 21, 2016 You know, Ive said it before, and I will say it again and again regardless of whether or not they get their thick heads out of their...... this industry makes me laugh sometimes. They rag about the thoosies being curious and wanting to get some "exclusive" news, and yet they do things like this. I understand them not wanting people trespassing... I really do... but at this point Stevie Wonder can see that there is an RMC rework of MS going on so why not let people watch the webcams for entertainment like the powers that be at KI are being gracious enough to do? I enjoy things like this from an engineering/architectural/construction standpoint and would actually enjoy watching the progress of the revision. Whatever, just had to get that off my chest. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RollerNut Posted November 21, 2016 Share Posted November 21, 2016 Son of Beast had a curved lift? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IBEW_Sparky Posted November 21, 2016 Share Posted November 21, 2016 In a broad matter of speaking, it could be construed that way. While the lift had already peaked by the time it made its curve around to the drop, splitting hairs either way could say whether the turn was or was not "part of the lift hill". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Ding Dong Posted November 22, 2016 Share Posted November 22, 2016 Today we have a lovely view of Magnum and CPS. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hank Posted November 22, 2016 Share Posted November 22, 2016 Well, today's Point Blog states that CP bought something at the IAAPA convention, but labeled it vague. Also, the camera can't turn to something in Frontier Town because "the motor is broken". (if that ain't the biggest pile of happy horse sh*t I've ever heard!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Ding Dong Posted November 22, 2016 Share Posted November 22, 2016 ^ If they only had a maintenance department that had experience in complex electrical systems controlling motors. Oh well. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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