Josh3103 Posted November 13, 2016 Report Share Posted November 13, 2016 3 minutes ago, ThemeParkLover said: Could we finally get a Rumba Rapids clean up??.....It's been starting to look dismal for a few years now. I wish they could fix the effects like the shower so you actually get wet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThemeParkLover Posted November 13, 2016 Report Share Posted November 13, 2016 The shower......I got to experience it once and now on every ride I'm excited, hoping for the best and every time it's still broken. This needs to be fixed it makes the ride so much better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh3103 Posted November 13, 2016 Report Share Posted November 13, 2016 1 minute ago, ThemeParkLover said: The shower......I got to experience it once and now on every ride I'm excited, hoping for the best and every time it's still broken. This needs to be fixed it makes the ride so much better. Its a pretty simple thing to fix I mean its just a shower and it would make the ride so much better Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThemeParkLover Posted November 13, 2016 Report Share Posted November 13, 2016 Every time you go on Rumba you hope it's the time you'll get wet and you never do... Josh3103 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh3103 Posted November 13, 2016 Report Share Posted November 13, 2016 1 minute ago, ThemeParkLover said: Every time you go on Rumba you hope it's the time you'll get wet and you never do... That's why I want loggers to reopen next year (even though its unlikely) you always get wet and not Super wet like Tidal Wave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coaster Posted November 13, 2016 Report Share Posted November 13, 2016 12 hours ago, ThemeParkLover said: Could we finally get a Rumba Rapids clean up??.....It's been starting to look dismal for a few years now. Rumba needs a complete overhaul, from the top down. The water effects need fixing, there used to be a waterfall coming down from the roof of the building and hoses on each side, as well as a waterfall further up the channel (which has been completely ripped out now). I've never seen the shower work though I know it used to, but it's unlikely to return seeing as it has also been torn out now! The tunnel has potential but at the moment it's a tour through a rotten concrete shed, the theming around the waterfall was removed, and have you seen how many spiders there are in there?! There used to be two water jets in the tunnel, which haven't been working for years. Elsewhere the queueline, ride and surroundings would benefit from an extensive cleanup and repaint. I remember the lizard that used to shoot water at the queueline, little touches like that made it so much better than it currently is. With that said, I don't think the ride needs a name change, and the theme music fits it perfectly. Rumba does have potential to be a very good rapids, so it's a shame to see it left in such a dismal state year after year. Mattgwise 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marc Posted November 13, 2016 Report Share Posted November 13, 2016 The problem with effects like the shower is people stand up to try and avoid them which obviously is dangerous. I do agree the ride needs a spruce up though! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt 236 Posted November 13, 2016 Report Share Posted November 13, 2016 Rumba isn't the worst Rapids ride out there. Splash Canyon at Drayton Manor is also another poor example of a Rapids ride too. Serioisly, some TLC could do wonders to this attraction. Whether they actually happen, who knows. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coaster Posted November 13, 2016 Report Share Posted November 13, 2016 40 minutes ago, Matt Creek said: Rumba isn't the worst Rapids ride out there. Splash Canyon at Drayton Manor is also another poor example of a Rapids ride too. Serioisly, some TLC could do wonders to this attraction. Whether they actually happen, who knows. What don't you like about Splash Canyon out of interest? I quite like it; it has water effects, a tunnel (which is better than Rumba's), and a few items of theming as well as offering decent views of Shockwave. Needs a soundtrack though! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlesberg Posted November 13, 2016 Report Share Posted November 13, 2016 In comparison to Rumba, I feel that splash canyon is more adventurous. I just find it cool how it's practically hidden under shockwave. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevenVig Posted November 14, 2016 Report Share Posted November 14, 2016 On 11/13/2016 at 0:41 AM, ThemeParkLover said: hoping for the best and every time it's still broken. This needs to be fixed it makes the ride so much better. You'll be waiting for the rest of your life, it was completely removed last year or this year, I forget which one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt 236 Posted November 14, 2016 Report Share Posted November 14, 2016 Me when Rumba receives the extensive refurbishment it deserves. ThemeParkLover, StevenVig, JoshuaA and 3 others 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThemeParkLover Posted November 14, 2016 Report Share Posted November 14, 2016 4 hours ago, StevenVig said: You'll be waiting for the rest of your life, it was completely removed last year or this year, I forget which one Never realised....what a shame Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whatever Posted December 2, 2016 Report Share Posted December 2, 2016 Thorpe staff must be getting really bored this closed season.... (from their official snapchat) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh3103 Posted December 6, 2016 Report Share Posted December 6, 2016 Rach666 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThemeParkLover Posted December 11, 2016 Report Share Posted December 11, 2016 On 6 December 2016 at 10:05 PM, Josh3103 said: What was that at the end about a horse on the site of the old Thorpe farm? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh3103 Posted December 11, 2016 Report Share Posted December 11, 2016 1 hour ago, ThemeParkLover said: What was that at the end about a horse on the site of the old Thorpe farm? He said 1 horse has been spotted at the farm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh3103 Posted December 20, 2016 Report Share Posted December 20, 2016 Another Closed season Update!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cian Posted December 21, 2016 Report Share Posted December 21, 2016 Had a few peeks around the Thorpe car park right now. Work's going on around Colossus. Repaint!?! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoshC. Posted December 21, 2016 Author Report Share Posted December 21, 2016 Or just standard closed season maintenance. ImLucifer 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt 236 Posted December 21, 2016 Report Share Posted December 21, 2016 21 minutes ago, Cian said: Had a few peeks around the Thorpe car park right now. Work's going on around Colossus. Repaint!?! I'll buy you some pringles if you are correct. It's pretty likely the ride will still retain it's beautiful rusty look next season (and beyond). Prove me wrong please. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mitchada04 Posted December 21, 2016 Report Share Posted December 21, 2016 Colossus always gets lots of work. Last year we had the scaffolding up the lift hill and I believe a few new footers or at least work done to them. It's always structural stuff though, not helped by it's love of sinking. You'd be able to see if they were repainting it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L7123456 Posted December 21, 2016 Report Share Posted December 21, 2016 There are two Christmas trees by the main entrance to the park. Nothing exciting, but they were actually bothered to put them up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoshC. Posted December 21, 2016 Author Report Share Posted December 21, 2016 Don't forget that permanent staff are still there and will probably use the staff entrance to get in. Just like any work place, they've probably got Christmas decorations stored away somewhere that they'll whip out every year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marc Posted December 21, 2016 Report Share Posted December 21, 2016 ^That and i expect the park will have hosted a few Christmas events over the past few weeks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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