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9 hours ago, Theme Park Fanatic said:
Is the Blair Rabbit’s Burrow ride that closed almost a decade ago SBNO? If it is retaining it is an utter waste. The ride could be rethemed or replaced with a large scale attraction. In other news Theme Park Worldwide posted a photo on Instagram of Bounce operational. This photograph was great to see the rides been SBNO for many years.
That burrow stuff seemed to disappear a few years ago, and that corner of the park always appears run down. The small coaster in there, Witches Brew is a manically rough ride. Bounce was going through all sorts of weird cycles but worth it. Speed was good though oddly no queue late morning and really hot weather.
As always with Oakwood some areas seem neglected and the pedal boat ponds are almost covered in algae. The waters of drenched though were very clean and welcome.
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Check out the locker systems as I found those nearer the wet rides at Universal charge whilst those further away are free and timed. You can judge the need to store things whilst wet riding, but make a note of your times.
In the Disney parks, check closing times and firework display times 'cos if you like them, you could catch one display after another by park hopping.
Foods at Disney Parks is not great quality; always worth considering a big breakfast at a Denny's or I-Hop restaurants to last you through to the evening, especially, when strangely enough, everybody goes for lunch at lunchtime, meaning ride queues are shorter.
Enjoy your trip!
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For a long time I have commented on how different people are, physically, emotionally, interests and hobbies. I knew that a sister of mine was not interested in rides, roller coasters or flat, and she often wondered about my mental state. However, I did not expect that having shown her a video of Stealth, she would have to dash to the bathroom for a digestive evacuation!
at least I know she will never be in my way at a theme park.
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14 hours ago, Mer said:
DEFINITELY up for meets again - haven’t been to any parks since 2019! I finally felt ready to go back this year (and I was actually excited to go to Thorpe 😂), but haven’t had any luck so far. I broke my wrist and needed surgery in March - being wheeled down to theatre is the nearest thing to a rollercoaster I’ve experienced 😆
And then, as of May, I’ve had nobody to go with 😫
Sorry to hear of your mishap, I hope you had your arms up on that theatre ride.
Perhaps if you suggest a couple of dates, there would be someone happy to partner up? Good luck.
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That would be a great shame to lose Apocalypse. I do like that one, along with it's variation of riding, but they have had maintenance problems with it over the last couple of years, and that also relates to costs of manufacturing bespoke parts.
The height provides a somewhat magical view of the surrounding countryside in the early morning; I know I'm weird.
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I am often surprised by the differences between people. Our likes and dislikes are affected by our physical and emotional states, either temporary or permanent and has brought me to the conclusion that if we all liked the same thing, there'd be one heck of a queue for what we like.
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11 hours ago, Lily said:
If this comforts you I never liked rides absolutely hated them I went upside down for the first time when I was 10 on galactica and nemesis shortly after it is honestly not bad at all you can barely even notice when you’re upside down. I followed a year later by going on the smiler when it first opened and I was absolutely terrified I cried for the whole 115 min queue and when I came off it was my favourite ride. Now, I still have never gone on oblivion because drops are 100000000000x worse (also any tips for braving the drops) xx
On Oblivion, look at the rail coming up, the other side of the tunnel, that's where you are going, and tense your stomach before the release, but most of all, enjoy it.
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It certainly is dependent on the access and length of the ride. A tiring day at Universal, Rip Ride Rocket using the single rider queue, therefore those stairs, and with permission, a staff gate, got me to 77 rides.
Stealth is my favourite but though the team tried to count, they lost it and I know that days count won't be beaten. I consider myself lucky if I get a bonus ride. The ride will shut down if the sensors detect weight on the train between offload and load.
I did like Slammer, but a one off and for me, not re-rideable.
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Don't fret, the rides have "try out " seat before the queue lines. Good luck.
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5 hours ago, MattyMoo said:
Didn't Samurai have a considerable amount of work done over closed season a few years back too?
Just wish Slammer was still with us tbh, sigh.
I did enjoy having a good spin on Slammer.
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On 4/13/2021 at 7:35 PM, JoshC. said:
Plot twist: After taking a short trip to the park today, I can confirm that the 5th green light on the station-side IS WORKING!
Buuuuuutttttttttt, the corresponding light on the launch track is not lighting up.
They surely haven't just moved the broken lights around, have they?
Wah!
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1 hour ago, Mark9 said:
As they don't even bother to check if you're pre-booked to visit, do we know if they are even bothering to cap the numbers. They say they are but they also say you need to pre-book to visit.
It would be disappointing if they bounce you back though.
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I suspect they are looking at further ways to gain some of their lost profits. Next year we will be paying for a "phantom "period in between passes. It's a business.
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Finally braved TP for the first time this year, and very wary of the virus and the almost impossible "Social distancing". Took a couple of different style face masks and found the one I use when riding my bike the most secure.
Difficult for the staff as they cannot be any closer to the riders than they are.
Originally doubted I would get many rides in but there was hardly a queue all afternoon so I managed a decent number. Several times after the braking hill we raced round the lower bend and engineering had to change a couple of drive wheels.
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Sorry for the late reply. It was on the BBC morning news, at least twice.
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I had the box on the other day, and there was a news item where the presenter was talking about theme parks opening up, and people in the picture had to be secured by another for safety, a ride in Legoland; I then heard a voice that I immediately recognized and they then showed the speaker and I was right. I used to work with the guy twenty-five years ago, and haven't seen or spoken with him since. Funny old world.
I don't do facebook or similar, I'm a bit of a dinosaur, so the chances of getting a message to him are slim.
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Hi All, thought I'd better pop in as it's been a while.
You are mostly in the age groups that will be fine, if you get it, it'll be like a lousy flu.
Think about those around you, especially your older friends and family, and help them prepare.
Standing in a queue to buy those extra loo rolls will be just as dangerous.
Just look forward to those shorter queues.
Stay safe, stay clean, and be aware of those around you, and that applies everywhere.
Things You've Overheard at Parks
in General Discussion
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Yesterday on Stealth as a single rider was directed by staff to join a woman and her two children, by using the single remaining seat, "oh I wanted that empty so the camera got me and the kids only!"