Mattgwise Posted July 14, 2019 Report Share Posted July 14, 2019 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
planenut Posted July 15, 2019 Report Share Posted July 15, 2019 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) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
08newmanb Posted August 22, 2019 Report Share Posted August 22, 2019 Stealth is closed again for more than two weeks now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoshC. Posted August 22, 2019 Report Share Posted August 22, 2019 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? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Project LC Posted August 22, 2019 Report Share Posted August 22, 2019 Is the issue related to Top Thrill Dragster? That has also been down for a similar period of time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoshC. Posted August 22, 2019 Report Share Posted August 22, 2019 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coaster Posted August 22, 2019 Report Share Posted August 22, 2019 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). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark9 Posted August 23, 2019 Report Share Posted August 23, 2019 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoshC. Posted August 23, 2019 Report Share Posted August 23, 2019 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 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
planenut Posted August 23, 2019 Report Share Posted August 23, 2019 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". jessica2, Coaster and JoshC. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobF Posted August 23, 2019 Report Share Posted August 23, 2019 Inserts Joke... If only Europa Park ran Thorpe.... It would be back open the next day Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
planenut Posted August 23, 2019 Report Share Posted August 23, 2019 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
08newmanb Posted September 1, 2019 Report Share Posted September 1, 2019 I looked on Facebook, and queuetimes.com, Stealth’s back open again! With 60 minutes of queueing time!! XD planenut 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlesberg Posted September 1, 2019 Report Share Posted September 1, 2019 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 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt 236 Posted September 3, 2019 Report Share Posted September 3, 2019 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! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark9 Posted September 4, 2019 Report Share Posted September 4, 2019 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 🥺 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoshC. Posted September 4, 2019 Report Share Posted September 4, 2019 And, technically speaking, Red Force isn't even an accelerator Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattyMoo Posted September 4, 2019 Report Share Posted September 4, 2019 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 Ringo and Rach666 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt 236 Posted September 4, 2019 Report Share Posted September 4, 2019 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 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pluk Posted September 9, 2019 Report Share Posted September 9, 2019 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. planenut, Stuntman707, jessica2 and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattyMoo Posted September 11, 2019 Report Share Posted September 11, 2019 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%. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
08newmanb Posted September 19, 2019 Report Share Posted September 19, 2019 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 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattyMoo Posted October 8, 2019 Report Share Posted October 8, 2019 Thought for the day: How long does it take to fix a light? 4/5 on the green scale. Matt A 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuntman707 Posted October 8, 2019 Report Share Posted October 8, 2019 You can't have a coaster without something wrong with it at Thorpe. I'll take a green light for everything else working. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
planenut Posted October 8, 2019 Report Share Posted October 8, 2019 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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