July 14, 20196 yr comment_265317 It was having a lot of issues last weekend into the start of last week and was up and down most of the day yesterday. From what we saw it was struggling to get from the brakes turnaround into the offload. We literally crawled around the corner and didn't think we'd make it. An engineer was also present the whole hour we queued.
July 15, 20196 yr comment_265324 As Matt says, there were hiccups at the beginning of last week due to sensors and the speed of approach to the offload. Somewhat annoying when I had not checked as to availability prior to my visit. (I should do the housework at this time of year)
August 22, 20196 yr comment_265994 I would expect it to be closed for a long period of time from what I've heard. Frankly, I find it crazy that Thorpe haven't confirmed that on their website or social media in any way. I get that no park likes confirming a long-term closure, but surely from a customer service perspective it's better than saying nothing?
August 22, 20196 yr comment_265995 Is the issue related to Top Thrill Dragster? That has also been down for a similar period of time.
August 22, 20196 yr comment_265996 I don't think so, but I grant you it's a bit suss that two accelerators are experiencing extending periods of downtime at the same time.
August 22, 20196 yr comment_265997 Stealth had an extended closure during summer last year didn't it? (I'm not suggesting that they're linked in any way I just recall it being closed at this time last year).
August 23, 20196 yr comment_265999 9 hours ago, JoshC. said: I don't think so, but I grant you it's a bit suss that two accelerators are experiencing extending periods of downtime at the same time. Nah, ain't related, it's just an accelerator thing where they spend a lot of their lives closed, although to be fair Rita is pretty reliable in comparison. 11 hours ago, JoshC. said: I would expect it to be closed for a long period of time from what I've heard. Frankly, I find it crazy that Thorpe haven't confirmed that on their website or social media in any way. I get that no park likes confirming a long-term closure, but surely from a customer service perspective it's better than saying nothing? They've said nothing about Quantum all season. It's an outrage. An absolute racket.
August 23, 20196 yr comment_266001 Yep. Yet when Ghost Train was closed for less than 48 hours, the park made a huge deal out of it. Very odd. 12 hours ago, Coaster said: Stealth had an extended closure during summer last year didn't it? (I'm not suggesting that they're linked in any way I just recall it being closed at this time last year). Maybe. It certainly does struggle due to the unreliability of the ride type, and summer is usually when it's hit worst
August 23, 20196 yr comment_266003 Luckily, I have been busy, so I have not been over to TP for a while. Last year the catch car was replaced and therefore had to be made from scratch. The odd thing there was that it was rebuilt (not made) the year before. Last month there were several problems with sensors, and high temperatures affect the running of some rides, even making them too fast. I have been trying to get information but as most know, it's difficult to get. The answer from the Park is always "there are other rides available".
August 23, 20196 yr comment_266005 Inserts Joke... If only Europa Park ran Thorpe.... It would be back open the next day
August 23, 20196 yr comment_266013 The job being undertaken is big, and not been carried out before. It seems that on similarly launched rides, that job has been done sometimes more than once. It has been made more difficult due to the ride structure being installed differently to other locations. My fingers are crossed that it will be available, the next time I am able to visit, which I don't anticipate for at least the next ten days.
September 1, 20195 yr comment_266171 I looked on Facebook, and queuetimes.com, Stealth’s back open again! With 60 minutes of queueing time!! XD
September 1, 20195 yr comment_266177 When I found out it had reopened from looking at the app, as I had missed the ride quite a bit (as it’s my favourite) I decided to just drive down and give it 2 rides today! Despite it being an hour drive there and back and only being there for about an hour, I think it was worth it 👍
September 3, 20195 yr comment_266227 So glad it’s finally open again. Means I don’t need to go all the way to Port Aventura to get my Intamin accelerator fix now!
September 4, 20195 yr comment_266253 10 hours ago, Loggers Creek said: So glad it’s finally open again. Means I don’t need to go all the way to Port Aventura to get my Intamin accelerator fix now! How could you forget about Rita, Speed Monster, Desert Racer which are all far closer 🥺
September 4, 20195 yr comment_266257 Just to advise I'm going to THE ISLAND LIKE NO OTHER on 3rd October, so if Stealth is down for the FN's meet, it's my fault xoxo
September 4, 20195 yr comment_266268 12 hours ago, Mark9 said: How could you forget about Rita, Speed Monster, Desert Racer which are all far closer 🥺 I was saving all of those for future trips when I could appreciate them more. Heidi is fairly high on my European bucket list. 6 hours ago, JoshC. said: And, technically speaking, Red Force isn't even an accelerator Even if it is that doesn’t beat Stealth. 3 hours ago, MattyMoo said: Just to advise I'm going to THE ISLAND LIKE NO OTHER on 3rd October, so if Stealth is down for the FN's meet, it's my fault xoxo I’m putting bets on it being down for the rest of the season and opening late next year then
September 9, 20195 yr comment_266442 Stealth was outstanding today. No queue at all but they were still storming the dispatches. I didn't see a moment's down time or delay. Repeat front row rides for me. That has to be the single best coater experience in the county. It's incredible and I'll never tire of it.
September 11, 20195 yr comment_266473 On 9/10/2019 at 12:42 AM, pluk said: Repeat front row rides for me. That has to be the single best coaster experience in the county. It's incredible and I'll never tire of it. 100%.
September 19, 20195 yr comment_266628 On 9/10/2019 at 12:42 AM, pluk said: It's incredible and I'll never tire of it. (Laughs) Good one, honey! TIRE
October 8, 20195 yr comment_266973 Thought for the day: How long does it take to fix a light? 4/5 on the green scale.
October 8, 20195 yr comment_266974 You can't have a coaster without something wrong with it at Thorpe. I'll take a green light for everything else working.
October 8, 20195 yr comment_266979 6 hours ago, MattyMoo said: Thought for the day: How long does it take to fix a light? 4/5 on the green scale. Hmm, I think it's now over four years.
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