Mattgwise Posted May 1, 2013 Report Share Posted May 1, 2013 Awesome news, Have always wanted to try one of those since seeing it open at Luna Park a few years ago. They look really fun. Wonder what it will replace? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mer Posted May 1, 2013 Report Share Posted May 1, 2013 Well last year they removed Super Booster and replaced it with a *rather crappy* simulator And that's only meant to be temporary until the new ride - so I'm guessing the main one will go there and the kiddie version elsewhere. In the school holidays/summer they would put up extra, temporary kiddie rides so I'm sure they'll find the space Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luke_A Posted May 6, 2013 Report Share Posted May 6, 2013 I can't wait for the Air Race tbh, they look like great unique rides! Glad to have one coming to the UK. Brighton Pier just confirmed to me on Twitter than the Air Race will open "Sometime in June, with a precise opening date to be put up on Facebook soon." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luke_A Posted June 27, 2013 Report Share Posted June 27, 2013 eek double post. The new Zamperla Air Race arrived last night and is the trailer mounted Air Race 8.2 model. Opening date unknown as of yet, though it could be any day now seeing as it's trailer mounted. http://www.zamperla.com/en/zamperla-details-rides-air_race_8_tm The ride will seat 16 riders with 8 plane-themed arms and weighs 38 tonnes in total. Zamperla say the height restriction is 1.2M. Looking forward to finally experiencing one of these things in the UK! It is the first Air Race for the UK. Identical model to that of which was showcased by Zamperla at IAAPA, unsure if it is a new build or not though (it may be the IAAPA ride..?) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benin Posted June 27, 2013 Report Share Posted June 27, 2013 The one at Tivoli was quite good if quite intense at times with the laterals and the hangtime... Be interesting to see if the 2 seaters are any different... Pickles 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lewis. Posted June 27, 2013 Report Share Posted June 27, 2013 I feel nauseous just watching that. Oh well, at least we're finally getting something half decent to replace The ball crusher Super Booster Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pickles Posted June 28, 2013 Report Share Posted June 28, 2013 I wanna ride it! The Tivoli one was lush. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topsyturvy15 Posted June 30, 2013 Report Share Posted June 30, 2013 That looks great, will probably show up their flying frog ride!!!!! Gonna need to hire a few more cleaners though :s Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benin Posted July 6, 2013 Report Share Posted July 6, 2013 Was in Brighton today so unsurprisingly took a spin on it (opened on Thursday)... Since I had rather enjoyed Tivoli's it isn't hard to assume I also enjoyed this one... I do wonder if it could be a success in a park that isn't pay per ride... Maybe a Merlin park could grab one of the 4 seater 8 arms variants in the near future... For the longest ride cycle, go for arm AA... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topsyturvy15 Posted July 10, 2013 Report Share Posted July 10, 2013 Whats currently in place of the 'Super Booster', heard it was simulator? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GladiatorFanKyle Posted January 7, 2014 Report Share Posted January 7, 2014 Brighton Pier is the best pier in the UK! the unlimited rides wristband they have sometimes is so worth it! But the booster in high winds is a bit scary! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spider Posted April 28, 2014 Report Share Posted April 28, 2014 Since I live in Brighton I thought it was finally about time to go and fetch my missing credit on Turbo coaster. Oh my god, what a piece of crap! And an expensive one too at £4!!! Still, one of my easiest +1s ever, and if anything the first drop was quite shocking in its brutal nature. Also tried out the Air Race - fun ride. Nice feeling, fun and not too intense. Made me feel a little sick but not too bad. Would go on one again, though won't be spending £4 for it on the pier. The pier in General is looking a little tired. Time they got rid of crap like Haunted Hotel (seriously, would anyone really pay £3 to go round?) and Turbo and put in another mini coaster. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toby Tidal Wave Posted April 29, 2014 Report Share Posted April 29, 2014 It's more worth it when they do the unlimited band offer, sometimes it's even £5! (Usually £20 I think) They could replace the Turbo, it's become a lot more turbulent since they removed the lap bars and left the shoulder harness. Would like to see a small Eurofighter like Iron Shark at Galvestone Pier. Even though it would probably cost £8 to ride! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GladiatorFanKyle Posted May 4, 2014 Report Share Posted May 4, 2014 Visited the pier today and it was packed! Did air race about 6 times and Booster about 4 times. The booster seems to be having some technical issues. The floor wouldnt slide back in when the cycle was finished. TPJames 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TPJames Posted May 4, 2014 Report Share Posted May 4, 2014 Visited the pier today and it was packed! Did air race about 6 times and Booster about 4 times. The booster seems to be having some technical issues. The floor wouldnt slide back in when the cycle was finished.Must have cost a fortune ? Did you have some sort of wristband.I went down to a local fair today and went on a KMG booster which was great and was only £2.50 a go . Amazing local fair I must say including Wild Mouse Coaster, Body Count, Extreme, Booster, Super Bowl and more was very impressed as it was quite a cheap fair with very long cycles! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GladiatorFanKyle Posted May 5, 2014 Report Share Posted May 5, 2014 They had a £10 wristband deal on for this bank holiday they must have made a lot of money as the pier was packed! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TPJames Posted May 5, 2014 Report Share Posted May 5, 2014 Ah I must look out for them! When is the next time they are doing the deal? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GladiatorFanKyle Posted May 5, 2014 Report Share Posted May 5, 2014 Not too sure but they tend to do them on holidays when kids are off school TPJames 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GladiatorFanKyle Posted May 5, 2014 Report Share Posted May 5, 2014 Check the website every now and again to see when they are doing it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cal Posted May 10, 2014 Report Share Posted May 10, 2014 Must have cost a fortune ? Did you have some sort of wristband. I went down to a local fair today and went on a KMG booster which was great and was only £2.50 a go . Amazing local fair I must say including Wild Mouse Coaster, Body Count, Extreme, Booster, Super Bowl and more was very impressed as it was quite a cheap fair with very long cycles! What fair is this? Sounds awesome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lewis. Posted June 12, 2014 Report Share Posted June 12, 2014 The pier is still offering the £10 wristbands, just incase anyone is interested. It was surprisingly busy down there yesterday considering it was midweek and a school day. I had several giggle fits whilst riding Air Race, it's a really fun experience! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Project LC Posted June 12, 2014 Report Share Posted June 12, 2014 Bhasvic finished early yesterday and all the A2 students are off as they either have a few exams left or completly done. Also the weather is/was nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pluk Posted June 12, 2014 Report Share Posted June 12, 2014 Shame they have such extremes of value. Earlier this year I went and they wanted £4 a ride, which is stupid, now £10 a band is really quite cheap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevenVig Posted June 12, 2014 Report Share Posted June 12, 2014 Ah I must look out for them! When is the next time they are doing the deal? Luke_A 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luke_A Posted August 1, 2014 Report Share Posted August 1, 2014 Rode Air Race for the first time yesterday. Everywhere needs an Air Race. Fantastic rides. Zamperla have constructed the system perfectly from restraint system to ride motion... The sensation of slowing down upside down rapidly creates a feeling I can only describe as 'ejector hangtime.' Though I must admit it would be cool if they ever decided to make one where you can control the arm spin speed / direction yourself... & Brighton adding a quality DiscoSmash sound system just finishes their Air Race off wonderfully. Love love love it to the point of taking 12 cycles on it on & off throughout the day. Amazing value for £15 unlimited rides wristband! Mitchada04, Cal and JoshC. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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