kpnuts Posted May 4, 2017 Report Share Posted May 4, 2017 Being replaced with B+M Launch and Aquatrax.... Straight from Thorpe Park direct 5 mins ago Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pluk Posted May 4, 2017 Report Share Posted May 4, 2017 Ceremonial topic move complete. It is a shame, always enjoyed the uniqueness of the experience and glad I got a couple of rides at the end of last season. Probably about time it was put out of its misery though, and Thorpe should be praised for their efforts in keeping it going for so long. ste193 and Mer 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh3103 Posted May 4, 2017 Report Share Posted May 4, 2017 Such sad news, I loved Slammer it was a one of a kind experience even if it was painful Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yeah Posted May 4, 2017 Report Share Posted May 4, 2017 2 hours ago, kpnuts said: Being replaced with B+M Launch and Aquatrax.... Straight from Thorpe Park direct 5 mins ago That was a joke... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coaster Posted May 4, 2017 Report Share Posted May 4, 2017 Absolutely gutted, Slammer was an incredible experience and completely unique - by far one of the most thrilling flat rides around. Have to say though, I'm not surprised at all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yeah Posted May 4, 2017 Report Share Posted May 4, 2017 Rumours that its been sold to another park, this seems to back that up. Gallium33 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gallium33 Posted May 4, 2017 Report Share Posted May 4, 2017 Well, they should replace it with something unique as a subtle tribute to Slammer. Maybe something that's the only one in the UK or a rare attraction in general. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mattgwise Posted May 4, 2017 Report Share Posted May 4, 2017 They have already got its replacement. Its the little kids drop tower seeing as it wasn't on the map at start of season. They are going to suddenly advertise it as it's replacement. Obv joking but knowing the park will end up being the case. ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graeme Posted May 4, 2017 Report Share Posted May 4, 2017 TOPSPIN!!!!!1111!! yeah 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coaster Posted May 4, 2017 Report Share Posted May 4, 2017 Thorpe is really going to struggle on busy days this season with the reduced lineup, if one or two majors go down at once it'll be chaos. I hope they have a decent replacement lined up for Slammer, probably just an HB Leisure stall though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CharlieN Posted May 4, 2017 Report Share Posted May 4, 2017 Darn, I thought we'd see it slamming for at least 3 more years but hay ho. ¡Adios, the best flat ride in the world! I do hope the relocation rumours are true though, it would be a shame to lose It completely. The 2019 coaster (I hope(?)) better be good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benin Posted May 4, 2017 Report Share Posted May 4, 2017 Given it's chequered history, there's zero surprise that Thorpe have finally given up and letting it go... If they are able to get someone to part money with it then someone's played an absolute blinder there... JoshuaA 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt A Posted May 5, 2017 Report Share Posted May 5, 2017 RIP Slammer, glad I went on it last year (had never been on it before!). Brilliant flat ride, sad to see it go but hopefully it'll get a worthy replacement Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
planenut Posted May 5, 2017 Report Share Posted May 5, 2017 I did like Slammer as a unique ride - not re-rideable, but tried to visit when working. Seems a shame after all the efforts over the last three years, and it's physical position must have been considered when siting the ghost train. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoshC. Posted May 5, 2017 Report Share Posted May 5, 2017 Yay it's gone. I'm happy. Never got all the love over it. Never will. A picnic area would be better than Slammer, so I'd be happy with that. New ride would be a bonus though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Han30 Posted May 5, 2017 Report Share Posted May 5, 2017 Not surprised Slammer is now no more - it was my second favourite flat behind Samurai. So glad I got dragged on it back in 2014 - just looking at it used to terrify me but I ended up loving it. RIP Slammer time Olistjj and Stuntman707 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuntman707 Posted May 6, 2017 Report Share Posted May 6, 2017 Aww, Just saw this has moved to the past. I'm glad I got to ride it a few times last season, during the day and in the dark. Definately was one of the best flat rides in terms of ride experience in my opinion. Also one of the worst in terms of complexity and operation! There's nothing else which slams you head first towards the ground like that! I only hope it's not replaced with an inflatable side stall Goodbye! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TPJames Posted May 6, 2017 Report Share Posted May 6, 2017 On 4 May 2017 at 5:49 PM, ChessingtonSam said: Rumours that its been sold to another park, this seems to back that up. Probs gonna be moved to Camelot. They love their SBNO rides there ste193 and ConnorJ 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh3103 Posted May 10, 2017 Report Share Posted May 10, 2017 Wait if Slammer is Permanently Closed then why are Thorpe Still Replying to Tweets Like This? TP-Fan 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattyMoo Posted May 10, 2017 Report Share Posted May 10, 2017 Very curious.... or just the social media team not giving accurate information for a change ste193 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TP-Fan Posted May 10, 2017 Report Share Posted May 10, 2017 15 hours ago, Josh3103 said: Wait if Slammer is Permanently Closed then why are Thorpe Still Replying to Tweets Like This? LOL that's my tweet! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
that.girl.soph Posted August 2, 2018 Report Share Posted August 2, 2018 Can’t believe Slammer, a one-of-a-kind flat ride, shut down... But, what’s going to happen to it? Will it come back? Will it go? I’m curious - anyone have any ideas? ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Han30 Posted August 3, 2018 Report Share Posted August 3, 2018 If you go to “The Past” section of the forums there is a thread about Slammer - your post might be moved there. Can’t see Slammer coming back as it’s been sat doing nothing for over a year ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevenVig Posted February 20, 2019 Report Share Posted February 20, 2019 1 hour ago, Ivsetti said: I want to see a KMG Inversion 24 replacing the ride. Not a Speed 32, an Inversion. I also want a Matterhorn replacing Zodiac. And a new ride replacing Vortex. I want a million pounds but that's not gonna happen either Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
08newmanb Posted March 10, 2019 Report Share Posted March 10, 2019 Maybe a new version of the sky swat perhaps, by maybe a different manufacturer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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