thejoker8388 Posted September 23, 2005 Share Posted September 23, 2005 Somehow I don't think a robocoaster would be too kid friendly. I mean the thing flips and rotates as it travels along seems like it would be a super intense ride no matter how old you are; it would probably scare the kids to death. Also, to add a possible ride for the Danny Phantom what about the Huss Fly Away, I don't know if it would be too intense for kids or not but I'm pretty sure the older kids and parents would enjoy it. I know lots of kids who although small, would be willing to ride anything that they're able to. Also under more info Huss says the ride is suitable for kids, teens, and adults, so it is possible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moore Posted September 23, 2005 Share Posted September 23, 2005 All ride patterns can also be run in the opposite direction, with passengers flying feet first! The fly away thing looks pretty cool and for it to be able to run backwards...AWESOME! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheKlockster Posted September 23, 2005 Share Posted September 23, 2005 Wow that Fly Away thing is awesome! I would much rather have that than a Kite flyer. And its HUSS!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pkiboy Posted September 23, 2005 Share Posted September 23, 2005 Sounds cool. Cant wait till next year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moore Posted September 23, 2005 Share Posted September 23, 2005 Wow that Fly Away thing is awesome! I would much rather have that than a Kite flyer. And its HUSS!!! Ha! Yea being a HUSS flat def gives it immediate appeal! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Nemo Posted September 24, 2005 Share Posted September 24, 2005 How cool would it be if the New Nick aria was split into different nicktoon worlds! Like, maybe the north section could be Fairy World. South Could be Bikini Bottom. Same idea with the rest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pkiboy Posted September 24, 2005 Share Posted September 24, 2005 How cool would it be if the New Nick aria was split into different nicktoon worlds! Like, maybe the north section could be Fairy World. South Could be Bikini Bottom. Same idea with the rest. Good idea. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoastersRZ Posted September 24, 2005 Share Posted September 24, 2005 That actually might be what they are doing. Did you notice, that they said there would be a Spongebob and Dora Neighborhood within the Nick Universe area. Retheme small sections of the area to those cartoons within the larger Nick theming. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thejoker8388 Posted September 24, 2005 Share Posted September 24, 2005 Ok, I was just looking to see what this Avatar is because I've never heard of it. It looks like Nickelodeon's attempt at Japanese Anime? The show itself looked absolutely horrible so hopefuly the rollercoaster itself is fun for all ages and I'd even be happy if Paramount skimpped on the themeing for this ride. Why in the world did they chose Avatar for the biggest attraction when barely anyone has even heard of it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jzarley Posted September 24, 2005 Share Posted September 24, 2005 Ok, I was just looking to see what this Avatar is because I've never heard of it. It looks like Nickelodeon's attempt at Japanese Anime? The show itself looked absolutely horrible so hopefuly the rollercoaster itself is fun for all ages and I'd even be happy if Paramount skimpped on the themeing for this ride. Why in the world did they chose Avatar for the biggest attraction when barely anyone has even heard of it? For that exact reason... The whole point of media companies owning theme parks is to create synergy between the media properties and the theme park attractions. Usually a well known media property is used to bring people to an attraction. In this case, they may be using the attraction to bring people to the media. And, it may be working. I'd never heard of the cartoon either, but watched it last night when I saw it on the cable guide, just because the announced attraction made me curious about it. (And, I agree with your review of it 100%! ) Joel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Delirium_Guy Posted September 24, 2005 Share Posted September 24, 2005 Wow that Fly Away thing is awesome! I would much rather have that than a Kite flyer. And its HUSS!!! Trust me, NO you wouldn't! Have you ever ridden one? I rode the prototype at IAAPA about 6 years ago where it made its debut. I've also ridden the one at SFNE. Unless HUSS has changed the restraint system, these things are perhaps the two MOST uncomfortable things I've EVER ridden. Picture the restraints on the older Top Spins and how they continue to press down HARDER on your stomach throughout the ride. Ok, now take that same system, except imagine that thing pressing down into your lower back like that. It wasn't pleasant. Cool concept by HUSS. but very poorly executed IMHO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thejoker8388 Posted September 24, 2005 Share Posted September 24, 2005 ^I don't know if they've changed them or not but on the site they do claim "Completely New Gondola Design, Both Safe & Comfortable" and " Exclusive New Restraint System", so maybe they did redesign it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scooby_Doo Posted September 24, 2005 Share Posted September 24, 2005 Ok, I was just looking to see what this Avatar is because I've never heard of it. It looks like Nickelodeon's attempt at Japanese Anime? The show itself looked absolutely horrible so hopefuly the rollercoaster itself is fun for all ages and I'd even be happy if Paramount skimpped on the themeing for this ride. Why in the world did they chose Avatar for the biggest attraction when barely anyone has even heard of it? It's very popular with the kiddies it's the number #4 rated cartoon on Nick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flightoffear1996 Posted September 24, 2005 Share Posted September 24, 2005 When I first learned about the Nick expansion I really wasnt quite too happy but now after seen what the park is doing I think its gonna be great for the park and I might even enjoy it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoastersRZ Posted September 24, 2005 Share Posted September 24, 2005 Well, technically, we haven`t seen exactly what the park has planned for the revamped area. They gave some very general descriptions, but then said that the rest of the details on the new rides and area would be released after Winterfest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scooby_Doo Posted September 24, 2005 Share Posted September 24, 2005 ^I think the reason for that is because they are still working it out what the the rides will be themed after etc. plus I wonder if avatar is a wild mouse who is gonna build it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoastersRZ Posted September 24, 2005 Share Posted September 24, 2005 While they are still probably working oout some theming details, I am sure that they know who the manufacturer of the new roller coaster will be. The real reason why I believe they are releaseing all the details after Winterfest, is to have an announcement in January to get people interested in the new expansion and get people to buy passes in the winter months. With the announcemnt this week, they are getting peopple to buy passes before the end of the operating season. Essentially, they are making two announcements about the same thing to get their name out their among people that are interested in purchasing their passes. Like a two for the price of one type deal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scooby_Doo Posted September 24, 2005 Share Posted September 24, 2005 I know I will be getting my pass here REAL soon.I just hope the Nick Parade will return in 2006 w/ new characters I hear Squidward will be walking-greeting guests around the park next year but thats a rumor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Bowser Posted September 24, 2005 Share Posted September 24, 2005 You guys are really making this sound like it will be done sloppy well I for one know it will be done right.When Spring 2006 rolls around(which will go by fast because time flies) Parents,GrandParents,Uncles,Aunts,Big Sisters,Big Brothers will be having the time of their lives with the kids in there lives I know NU has more to it than what we have been told.Just wait til Jan and you'll know what I mean Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoddaH1994 Posted September 24, 2005 Share Posted September 24, 2005 You guys are really making this sound like it will be done sloppy well I for one know it will be done right.When Spring 2006 rolls around(which will go by fast because time flies) Parents,GrandParents,Uncles,Aunts,Big Sisters,Big Brothers will be having the time of their lives with the kids in there lives I know NU has more to it than what we have been told.Just wait til Jan and you'll know what I mean I agree entirely. I think Paramount Parks puts way too much thought into this stuff to have it just written off as a kiddy area. Just wait and see... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Avatar Posted September 24, 2005 Share Posted September 24, 2005 I agree, The true judge's are the kids. I told my daughter about new rides comming and about Dora trains. she smiled real big and was ready to go now!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scooby_Doo Posted September 25, 2005 Share Posted September 25, 2005 ^^^ I totally agree lets wait and see what PKI REALLY has to offer I cant wait to get those details in Jan.I hope they come with concept art until then the wait will be INSANE! and grueling! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Delirium13 Posted September 25, 2005 Share Posted September 25, 2005 From the sounds of things That Avatar Coaster sounds really cool, and so does that Spongebob thing, hopefuly they can make this as good as they're saying. I think this will bring a lot of Attendance to the Park also. I can't wait to see how everything turns out in 2006. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loganrun Posted September 25, 2005 Share Posted September 25, 2005 Correct We do know it could include some old favorites, rethemed and majorly moved around. But we can only wait till janurary for the answers we seek. But the wait will be worth it. The way the media and such is making this expansion renovation reconstruction to be, is something like the midwest has never seen! it should be a blast . My one worry the preschool neighborhood hope they do keep rides for the littlest ones, and Hope the spongebob ride/walk is some kind of RIDE for sure, also and this should be the best Kids Zone around! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Bowser Posted September 25, 2005 Share Posted September 25, 2005 Thanks happy to hear you all agree with my view the thing is I think that spongebob attraction has more to it than meets the eye....more than PKI is telling us. Do any of you or your kids like Avatar ? My baby boy hates Avatar but adores Spongebob,Fairly Oddparents,Danny Phantom,Dora and Blues Clues. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skippy Posted September 25, 2005 Share Posted September 25, 2005 Also new in 2006! The young and the young at heart will be able to explore the wonderful underwater world of SpongeBob SquarePants, Bikini Bottom, and all the delightful characters that inhabit it. While there, kids won't want to miss a chance to meet their favorite yellow sponge inside his signature pinapple house or his grumpy neighbor, Squidward, inside his Easter Island head. SpongeBob's best friend, Patrick, can also be seen right outside his rock waiting to share hugs with the little ones! So parents get out that camera and be ready to capture all the magical moments, sights, and sounds you may encounter during you stay in Bikini Bottom! If all this excitement works up an appetite, guests can satisfy their hunger with a delicious, mouthwatering Kraby Patty at the Krusty Krab Snack Shack or kids can go right across the street to the Chumbucket, where they can enjoy a free-fall ride in the hopes to escape the menacing wrath of Plankton, SpongeBob's nemesis. Want more thrill with that? Well then head on down to Mrs. Puff's Boating School and climb aboard a boatmobile with SpongeBob behind the wheel and...how about that for an idea? I really hope that's what the area will end up like next year! ^Avatar's alright. Our opinions don't matter anyways though as it's the kids' that do, and the kids really like it IMO, Avatar can make a neat coaster if done right. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Bowser Posted September 25, 2005 Share Posted September 25, 2005 ^ Not bad Skippy Not bad at all.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HaUsTy83 Posted September 25, 2005 Share Posted September 25, 2005 I read on coasterbuzz forums what a person was talking about the new area what they thought. This kind of family fun is what brings in the BUCKS! Familys spend money food shopping ect. Yes a new world class record breaking coaster would have been better for me....but this addition will have me taking a family of 5 and instead of a one day mega drive and ride from Chicago costing me a couple of hunded buck it will turn into a $800 family weekend...PKI will get my money next year..... I agree very much with this person we could get another coaster after we bring in the bucks and attract more familys from the local area and all over the country here. That would get us a lot of attention in the country. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scooby_Doo Posted September 26, 2005 Share Posted September 26, 2005 I'm so getting a pass for next year I dont like to get a pass unless I know whats coming...so yeah PKI will be getting my money.Skippy your ideas rock man I really hope that Plankton free-fall ride is a Frog hopper I think that avatar coaster will be sweet when finished. Anyone else hear that Squidward will be a Walk-Around next year? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Picard Posted September 26, 2005 Share Posted September 26, 2005 I think some are getting a little over excited about a children's area for their age. If you have kids I can understand getting excited. I would think if you was over 15 you wouldn't get much out of the children's area. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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