Nick_Plummer Posted August 19, 2015 Share Posted August 19, 2015 About 7 and a half hours until all this madness gets sorted out. I've made predictions in this thread but I definitely think that it's either a parking/toll upgrade or an entrance upgrade. Both if we're lucky. We'll save the entrance upgrade for when a green INTAMIN can interact with it. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thrill_Biscuit Posted August 19, 2015 Share Posted August 19, 2015 Those that don't know.... photoshop! Parody Various sources. PhotoShop is a registered trademark. Use of the word photoshop as a verb verified here. 11 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dwitb Posted August 19, 2015 Share Posted August 19, 2015 Something new is going into the old motion theatre between The Racers. I think so, too. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rhyano Posted August 19, 2015 Share Posted August 19, 2015 I can start to see a new parking booth and a Coney Mall refurbishment, what I would like: 1. Restoration of The Racer to 1972 2. New classic flat rides 3. A light package similar to the Gemeni Midway. 4. Maybe a Vortex repaint and replacement of chasing lights would be nice. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benny1388 Posted August 19, 2015 Share Posted August 19, 2015 I can start to see a new parking booth and a Coney Mall refurbishment, what I would like: 1. Restoration of The Racer to 1972 2. New classic flat rides 3. A light package similar to the Gemeni Midway. 4. Maybe a Vortex repaint and replacement of chasing lights would be nice. I agree with those who don't think relocation/renovation of the toll booths is worth a press conference. And while it's not a trivial task, painting a ride is just something that happens from time to time in its lifespan - it's maintenance. Bat got a new paint job recently and it wasn't publicized ahead of time (was there a pre-announcement for Flight Deck getting renamed?). I feel very similar to a light package. I think anything that's not a new attraction, or major change of an existing one, is not worth the buzz they're trying to generate. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
homestar92 Posted August 19, 2015 Share Posted August 19, 2015 Agreed. The last thing you want for your announcement is a case of anticipointment. You don't drum up a buzz for something like upgraded toll booths, which 99.9% of people would not notice a change in nor care if a change occurs. Unless of course, like Carowinds, said booths are just one piece in a large set of overall park improvements. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WindingSon Posted August 19, 2015 Share Posted August 19, 2015 You also wouldn't have a press conference to announce you're tearing down a beloved icon of the park. I mean unless you want to be the biggest heels in the amusement park world. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thoe124 Posted August 19, 2015 Share Posted August 19, 2015 Speaking of the press conference, has any info been released as to where in the park this press conference will be held? 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rhyano Posted August 19, 2015 Share Posted August 19, 2015 You also wouldn't have a press conference to announce you're tearing down a beloved icon of the park. I mean unless you want to be the biggest heels in the amusement park world. Will someone tell Six Flags that? 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
homestar92 Posted August 19, 2015 Share Posted August 19, 2015 You also wouldn't have a press conference to announce you're tearing down a beloved icon of the park. I mean unless you want to be the biggest heels in the amusement park world. Unless your announcement is, "Hey, we're removing this thing, but look at the exciting thing that we're building to take its place" Of course, many will still be upset, but such is the nature of ANY change. And that applies to anything in life, really. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Honorarius Posted August 19, 2015 Share Posted August 19, 2015 Unless your announcement is, "Hey, we're removing this thing, but look at the exciting thing that we're building to take its place" Last year, CW got that, but without the "[something] to take it's place'" part... Hey, we're taking out a ride, but someday, who knows when, we'll build something in it's place... In the meantime, here's a nice patch of grass to look at... Oh well, more of my money for CP and KI... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thrill_Biscuit Posted August 19, 2015 Share Posted August 19, 2015 All in all, I'll just be at peace with whatever decisions they've made. After all, I've seen three entire parks, all of which I've experienced in one fashion or another, replaced with 1. An RV Dealership, 2. A Resort Hotel and Shopping Center, 3. Overgrowth. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rhyano Posted August 19, 2015 Share Posted August 19, 2015 I really hate how people are shooting down The Racer saying demolish it, the gp makes me mad.... 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benny1388 Posted August 19, 2015 Share Posted August 19, 2015 You also wouldn't have a press conference to announce you're tearing down a beloved icon of the park. I mean unless you want to be the biggest heels in the amusement park world. Really? You'd rather them just bring in the demo crew without telling the public before hand? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tuskin Posted August 19, 2015 Share Posted August 19, 2015 I am simply posting some observations as I read over this thread. Maybe they will spark discussion, maybe not. The following three posts were all made by BoddaH1994 today: 1. If this were Cedar Point the major announcement would just be that there will be an announcement. Notice the camera angle. Hmmmmmmmm. 2. I am also hearing rumblings that two things that have been at the park since 1972 that virtually everybody has experienced will be removed to make way for something new. 3. I think the thing it'll miss most is making eye contact with others before the pseudo "race," but we all know that the fun really starts once you come to a complete stop. Out with the old. Regardless of his intentions or knowledge of the impending announcement, I find his choice of words (particularly those highlighted in red) interesting. I imagine they were chosen with care. A number of things come to mind, so I will share some links, one of which is the CF Capital Investment Strategy from the Cedar Point Analyst Day (as posted earlier by Oldschool75). Note that at least one interactive dark ride/digital experience and at least one coaster rework are on tap for 2016. http://www.wlwt.com/news/cedar-fair-to-test-virtual-reality-on-roller-coaster/34548762 https://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/08/18/93c170c8d8cd81aabdfd7565c0757636.jpg This is a good theory and makes sense of what BoddaH1994 has said. However, Don said it is something that has been experienced by nearly everyone since 1972. That removes the action theater from the equation and thus brings us to a difficult stalemate. My original thinking is a entrance reboot and removal of the theater. That brings into question though is the theater in that bad of shape? I think not, so that doesn't make much sense so I am throwing at least the latter of that theory out. So what are we left with? There is a stake over in the gardens, but I have only seen one. What is the point of one stake in the gardens if they are planning on doing something big over there? This is a tough one. Don, could we have some flower pots please? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thrill_Biscuit Posted August 19, 2015 Share Posted August 19, 2015 I believe the Kings Island Theater was not around in 1972. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tuskin Posted August 19, 2015 Share Posted August 19, 2015 I believe the Kings Island Theater was not around in 1972. You are correct well spotted. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoasterOhio Posted August 19, 2015 Share Posted August 19, 2015 It obviously isn't too major of an announcement to show it up out of the blue one day before had, less than 24 hours before the announcement.Especially when a MAJOR announcement like Banshee, or Diamondback had a set date, and time at least a week in advanced. So this can't be too major of an announcement. But obviously it is a major announcement to the park, and I can't wait to see what the park has in-store this year! 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dwitb Posted August 19, 2015 Share Posted August 19, 2015 Speaking of the press conference, has any info been released as to where in the park this press conference will be held? Wherever this is. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thoe124 Posted August 19, 2015 Share Posted August 19, 2015 That is by the Paradise Island fruit stand by Diamondback behind the Eiffel Tower. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thrill_Biscuit Posted August 19, 2015 Share Posted August 19, 2015 That looks like the area behind that amphitheater that, unlike superstar legend Dick Van Dyke, was not present in 1972.... and what's that stage doing in the middle of the construction area for the thing they're going to announce maybe? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
medford Posted August 19, 2015 Share Posted August 19, 2015 that stage was there for the food truck festival, it has since been removed. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sergeant Pepper Posted August 19, 2015 Share Posted August 19, 2015 Mr. Helbig has also posted this on his own twitter page.. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrPKI Posted August 19, 2015 Share Posted August 19, 2015 This is a good theory and makes sense of what BoddaH1994 has said. However, Don said it is something that has been experienced by nearly everyone since 1972. That removes the action theater from the equation and thus brings us to a difficult stalemate. My original thinking is a entrance reboot and removal of the theater. That brings into question though is the theater in that bad of shape? I think not, so that doesn't make much sense so I am throwing at least the latter of that theory out. So what are we left with? There is a stake over in the gardens, but I have only seen one. What is the point of one stake in the gardens if they are planning on doing something big over there? This is a tough one. Don, could we have some flower pots please? I concede that I have not been able to make any sense of the 1972 lead. Unless it refers to a non-ride (entrance work, etc). Did Don, himself, make that statement? I have only read that hint in this thread (by BoddaH1994) and on the KIC Twitter (presumably also written by him). Thinking about Tower Gardens, I don't believe it was even around in 1972, correct? But there is a stake... 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flight Deck'd Posted August 19, 2015 Share Posted August 19, 2015 Mr. Helbig has also posted this on his own twitter page.. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Oh no, is RMC going to do a retrofit on Firehawk?!!! 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bennett Posted August 19, 2015 Share Posted August 19, 2015 Nothing there right now...by fruit stand 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silver2005 Posted August 19, 2015 Share Posted August 19, 2015 That is by the Paradise Island fruit stand by Diamondback behind the Eiffel Tower. Looking at the webcams now, and that stage is not there at present. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bennett Posted August 19, 2015 Share Posted August 19, 2015 Well, if that was my last ride on Racer as it currently sits, one in the pouring rain was a fitting end. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thrill_Biscuit Posted August 19, 2015 Share Posted August 19, 2015 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cdeq Posted August 19, 2015 Share Posted August 19, 2015 Cedar Point is getting the major coaster for CF this year. I feel like its going to be a flat ride. WindSeeker announcement date was stated one day advanced. The announcement could be in Festhaus. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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