Joncars05 Posted May 13, 2016 Share Posted May 13, 2016 Just saw a billboard for Indiana Beach in Speedway, IN. I'm really glad to see they are advertising in the Indianapolis area. Apex seems to be taking all of the right steps to bring the park back to it's former glory.Awesome, I have not seen an IB billboard in Indy for years! Where is it located? It is located on Crawfordsville road. If you head west from Indianapolis Motor Speedway towards 465, the billboard will be on your left across the street from Kroger. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoChickens Posted May 13, 2016 Share Posted May 13, 2016 Hmmm, what perfect timing. I think a few people might be traveling that road this month. 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milesharrison Posted July 4, 2016 Share Posted July 4, 2016 Nice article about the Beach today: http://indy.st/29b5C2X 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kenban Posted July 5, 2016 Share Posted July 5, 2016 I visited Indiana Beach on Saturday. It was the first time I have ever visited the park. The park was clean, almost everything was running at least part of the day, I ran into two of the coasters having some downtime but at least one was short. The only coaster I missed was the kiddy one, Dragon Wagon. Operations were not great but lines were not too long. The park has a lot of low capacity rides. The ride which should have the highest capacity, Hoosier Hurricane was only running one train, the second was parked on the maintence track in pieces. The log flume requires only one log on the belt leading to the drop at a time, yet the only way to make sure of this is for the operator to time the dispatches of logs, and signs warning to not slow the log. The shooting dark ride, Den of Thieves, has a scale next to the operator who then used a calculator to verify that the people in the ride were less than 300lbs total. So basically every car which has two guns was going out with only one person. Overall I enjoyed myself and could see myself visiting the park again in the future. The park could stand to do some ride upgrades to improve capacity. But overall a fun little park. If you are thinking about visiting I would give the park a shot. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted July 5, 2016 Share Posted July 5, 2016 Was Lost Coaster of Superstition Mountain running? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darkrider68 Posted July 5, 2016 Share Posted July 5, 2016 Went to IB in 2014 and 2015. Lost Coaster wasn't running either time. Disappointing. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
electricsun Posted July 5, 2016 Share Posted July 5, 2016 Was Lost Coaster of Superstition Mountain running? It wasn't open yesterday morning/early afternoon. When we walked by sometime between 6-6:15, it was open. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kenban Posted July 6, 2016 Share Posted July 6, 2016 Was Lost Coaster of Superstition Mountain running? It was running the entire time I was at the park. It got stuck twice while I was waiting but maintenance got it moving again quickly. Someone said it was normal in the mornings until it warms up. Sounds like it was not triggering a sensor on the MCBR. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IBEW_Sparky Posted July 6, 2016 Share Posted July 6, 2016 It was down for about 3 hours mid-afternoon, but was re-open with a full queue when we left at about 645pm on the 4th. Thankfully, I got my first two rides ever on it, on Fathers Day. Funny thing, I rode it once at 1145, and then again at 1430, and had it stick on the MCBR both times as well, lol. I am a fan of the park, places like IB are a lot more up my alley than Corp parks like CF parks, and even HW now . Much more relaxed atmosphere, much LESS money-grubbing, more diverse flat collection, and a perfect example of how to be a good park without relying on chasing records for every "est" in the industry. I just hope they are financially able to send all three woodie trains to PTC for refurb (although Cornballs train doesnt really need it, may as well make it a trio) and to give Hurricane some track Love. That CCI has NOT aged well, very much a reminder of Villain. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted July 6, 2016 Share Posted July 6, 2016 You do know that the head of Apex, Al Weber, Jr, is the former CEO of Six Flags, Palace Entertainment, Paramount Parks and was once GM at Paramount's Carowinds and Paramount's Kings Island, right? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IBEW_Sparky Posted July 6, 2016 Share Posted July 6, 2016 Yes, I am fully aware of that. What I am also aware of is that the park still has the "little park" feel... at least for now. That, of course, is subject to and may change, much like one a few hours south/southwest. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IndyGuy4KI Posted July 11, 2016 Author Share Posted July 11, 2016 The 3 visits I have made to the park have been great. My daughter is only 46" and their PTC's height requirement there is only 44". That is what sold me on getting season passes at IB instead of KI for the rest of my family. She is just not tall enough to get on a coaster outside of PS at KI this year. The last visit we made was with electricsun on July 4th. We meet up with IBEW_Sparky and his family. It was an awesome day. You can tell they are still working on park improvements even as the season progresses. The Big Flush has been repainted since Memorial Day. They are still working on the pool for the bumper boats, log flume is now working, LCoSM seems to be giving them fits, but they get it back up and running and not just give up on it. You can visually see they are still investing in the park. In park food is reasonable, good portions, meats are made fresh on the grill when ordering, and you get your food within a few minutes. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IBEW_Sparky Posted July 11, 2016 Share Posted July 11, 2016 And their bumper cars go fast enough to drift them around corners, and make opposing cars do full 180 degree turns when you PIT maneuver them :D Sparky, a fan of bumper cars that go faster than walking speed. 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted July 11, 2016 Share Posted July 11, 2016 If you are comparing them to the Mason ones, I've seem babies crawl faster than the latter. Honest. Sad! 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
purdude86 Posted July 11, 2016 Share Posted July 11, 2016 So glad to hear that the park is doing much better and seems to be in great hands. Remember going each year as a little kid and was sad to hear how bad a shape the park had gotten into. Definitely plan to make a trip back up there sometime but probably won't make it until next season 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Interpreter Posted July 11, 2016 Share Posted July 11, 2016 Anyone here eaten in the Sky Room recently? At one time, it was splendid, with food lovingly prepared by nice, old ladies who could and did pass for your granny. Is it back to being great again? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IndyGuy4KI Posted July 12, 2016 Author Share Posted July 12, 2016 Anyone here eaten in the Sky Room recently? At one time, it was splendid, with food lovingly prepared by nice, old ladies who could and did pass for your granny. Is it back to being great again? Same older ladies, but they are now serving regular park food up there instead of a traditional sit down restaurant menu. That I wish was different. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IBEW_Sparky Posted July 12, 2016 Share Posted July 12, 2016 If you are comparing them to the Mason ones, I've seem babies crawl faster than the latter. Honest. Sad! The only ones Ive ridden that compare in terms of speed and ride cycle, are the ones I used to ride as a young child at a yearly summer carnival back in Iowa, and the Rough Riders at Holiday World. Ive not had the pleasure of Knoebel's.... yet. In regards to the Sky Room, I will second Brad's statement, in that there needs to be a return to the splendid food you speak of, Terp. There is honestly only one meal that isnt regular park food, and thats the Chicken pasta dish. The waitress who served us was incredibly nice, and was actually engaged, interested, and knowledgable about the park and its current activities. THAT, was a very welcome deviation from what Ive come to expect from non-suit wearing park employees. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
electricsun Posted July 12, 2016 Share Posted July 12, 2016 Those were awesome bumper cars at IB! The only ones I've ridden even close to that speed were at Michigan's Adventure 3 years ago. I remember that set suprising me at how much faster it was compared to KI's set. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoeter Posted August 5, 2016 Share Posted August 5, 2016 Visited Indiana Beach with chugh43 this past weekend. I see a ton of potential for the park. Having been purchased by Apex and it being led by Al Weber I see good things coming to Monticello. Chris did say that it looked a whole lot better than it did it last year when he visited. I definitely want to go back to ride what I didn't ride this time around. Food prices were reasonable, and the environment screams old-time amusement park. I love it! I could play Fascination all day long! Left two coaster credits on the table...Cornball Express and Lost Coaster of Superstition Mountain as they were closed. Favorite coaster there was Steel Hawg. Tig'rr was a fun ride but with only a seatbelt I didn't heed warning to prepare for right turns. My sides are still bruised! Hoosier Hurricane is one of the roughest wooden coasters I've ridden, and they have an amazing selection of flats! Especially the dark ride and the Tilt-A-Whirl. First time I've seen someone smoking a cigarette while nailing boards on a wooden coaster as well! 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Creed Bratton Posted August 8, 2016 Share Posted August 8, 2016 That Tilt-A-Whirl had me tilting and whirling like crazy! Had a great time there despite missing my favorite (Cornball Express) and Lost Coaster of Superstition Mountain. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IndyGuy4KI Posted August 15, 2016 Author Share Posted August 15, 2016 2017 season passes on sale already $40.00 for the rest of 16 and all of 17! Buy a Day, Get a Season Pass for 2017!$39.99 / each BUY YOUR 2016 FUN DAY PASS TODAY! Funday Pass 48” & above $39.99 *Includes free admission to the remainder of 2016 and the entire 2017 season when you convert to a season pass on the day of your visit *Park visit must take place during the 2016 season and season pass offer expires if not activated on the day of your visit https://webhost.corecashless.com/indianabeach/ticketsales/?_ga=1.159158782.511749547.1450404143 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IBEW_Sparky Posted August 15, 2016 Share Posted August 15, 2016 That deal went Live last Tuesday or Wednesday, and you wouldnt believe how many clowns on the FB page were saying things like "Oh no, thats just for free ADMISSION, you still have to pay for the rides". Of course, me being me, I had to link the Season Pass purchase page from the IB website to each and every one of their responses and make note that IB doesnt even SELL a Season Pass that is valid only for gate admission. its amazing how many grown adults have to be spoon fed. I just may buy my 2017 Pass when I go up on August 28th for Passholder Appreciation Day. 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IndyGuy4KI Posted August 15, 2016 Author Share Posted August 15, 2016 I would go to that, but electricsun and I will be up at CP that day. Hope you have a good visit. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IBEW_Sparky Posted August 15, 2016 Share Posted August 15, 2016 I had tossed around the idea of doing Sunday/Monday up at CP but I dont know how much Im feeling it to be honest. Its still up in the air, and who knows, I may decide A)To end up in Sandusky the 28th/9th or B)that Im done except for Pride and maybe one Haunt night and end up skipping the IB day as well. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vortex lover Posted August 24, 2016 Share Posted August 24, 2016 Worst bumper car award goes to Kentucky Kingdom! Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-N920A using Tapatalk 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IndyGuy4KI Posted September 2, 2016 Author Share Posted September 2, 2016 Another Survey from IB about improving the park for 2017. Having filled out the survey it would be best if you have visited this year to fill out the survey. http://www.surveymonkey.com/r/indianabeachsurvey 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IBEW_Sparky Posted September 2, 2016 Share Posted September 2, 2016 I started it, but when it came to the 'What did they do right" and "What can be improved" questions, I simply logged out. To quote the meme "Aint nobody got time for that", when the things I would suggest would not be implemented (Access to the beach for guest who purchase a general admission non-rider wristband and a retracking of at least 75% of Hoosier Hurricane), or are likely already in the process of being rectified (Hurricanes second train being operational for 2017). 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oldiesmann Posted September 4, 2016 Share Posted September 4, 2016 Worst bumper car award goes to Kentucky Kingdom! Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-N920A using Tapatalk You clearly haven't ridden the ones at Waldameer. They make Kings Island's look speedy. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IndyGuy4KI Posted November 17, 2016 Author Share Posted November 17, 2016 Not sure how many got to visit IB this past season, there have been a lot of talks on IB Facebook fan pages about what is next for IB. Some gloomy and other talks about restructuring some of their practices to make 2017 even better. IB has a much better year in my opinion compared to when it was owned by Morgan. I think Apex may have had unreasonable expectations when it came to bringing the crowds back and per caps spending the first season of ownership. There are talks about Falling Start possibly not running in 2017. Not due to issues, but the ride manufacture no longer supplying parts. No official news on anything new in 2017 or what if any current ride improvements that will be done. I think if they spent another year focusing on current rides and getting some track work done on their wooden coasters would be a great off season and get them set up for a great 2017 season. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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