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    The Smiler

    planenut replied to th13teen's topic in Alton Towers

    Rode it a few times on Saturday, quite varied rides as to smoothness, differing trains.
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    When a ride is moving through several others zones, how can it be themed? No other area at BPB is themed other than Nickelodeon Land which is on it's own. Other rides move through zones, but are not themed. I suppose there is some possibility around the queue area.
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    Sugar in Tea

    planenut replied to Joe's topic in Nonsense

    Okay, I am an addict, tea at any time, pause or hesitate then the kettle goes on - strong and only a brief introduction to the cow, no sugar since I was eleven - and it's not because it was on rationing.
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    As said, watch Kingda Ka for test runs. For me, El Toro was great; a fast wooden coaster with plenty of airtime. We are all different. I always suggest as you get into a park, go for the biggest ride you want, that is furthest away from the entrance. Enjoy your trip.
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    I do love that section on Cheetah Hunt. The location for the BPB item was mapped out when I visited in April. The pillar locations and the launch site (at least one) were marked out too. There is nothing in that concrete bunker which was water filled, so that may be part of it. They are limited by the existing items around which this will run. They cannot separate the ride and area so theming is limited.
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    It's called a "Pleasure Beach" which, as you indicate, is not a theme park. The physical position of BPB is restricted, but is arguably the best seaside park in the UK. The attendance of the public at BPB does not need to be attracted by theming but by new items which may differ from their present items.
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    Okay, thanks for that; my fingers are crossed for this though.
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    Can I ask what you mean by that?
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    I'm interested, I'm very interested. Single rider coming through!
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    X

    planenut replied to Garyy's topic in The Past

    It's handy if it rains.
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    Crikey, I thought you meant a tooth!
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    X

    planenut replied to Garyy's topic in The Past

    I know I said it to some of the group on Sunday, but I used to love the feeling of "now what's it doing?" and the effects, I.e. noise, wind, and I believe water spray. The stuttering movements created a feeling of insecurity for new riders, for me it was good.
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    X

    planenut replied to Garyy's topic in The Past

    I preferred the original format. Now, it's like a kiddie coaster.
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    Really? I think they were lucky that the fine was not more, but look here as to costs... http://www.burtonmail.co.uk/5-million-fine-for-alton-towers-owners-merlin-entertainment-ltd-over-smiler-roller-coaster-accident/story-29754241-detail/story.html
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    Merlin have to make a statement in Court to emphasize the overall improvements now in place to avoid the possibility of a further incident; this will have to reassure the public that it is now safer than it apparently was at the time of the incident.
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    X

    planenut replied to Garyy's topic in The Past

    Wow, the things we reveal.
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    Very good, it worked.
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    Stop the Valium, get to the dentist and explain your fear; it will be quicker.
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    planenut replied to Garyy's topic in The Past

    I was discussing with other members today, that I first attended Thorpe Park when X No Way Out opened, with my children - my goodness, that was twenty years ago, and my kids are older than I am now.
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    Excellent day. Many thanks for suggesting and arranging this. I had a great day and assortment of fine people to share the rides with. I do hope that you all had safe journies home, as well as those at this minute still travelling.
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    Sorry to hear that; hope to see you on another visit. Hope it eases soon. The only good thing about toothache is that it reminds you they're still your own!
  22. planenut
    We are all different, I know of two people in another coaster group who never ever ride, they don't fancy it, but they enjoy the social side. Some people don't like gherkins.
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    You've done Stealth, more G than you will experience on a flight, and the height is only relative to your seat on the ride/plane. On the other hand, if you have the finance, you could go by Eurostar.
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    Thank you, well done, see you then.
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