Six Flags Great America

[youthere]

well I just got back from Six Flags Great America....AMAZING park. Very big beautiful and the rides were crazy. I got to go on The Dark Knight Coaster, Batman, The American Eagle, and Raging Bull. It was so cool

[nitrofan]

I love this park.

I'm glad that this park might get Glow in the Park parade. It's a great, beautiful, family-friendly park, but it is missing an end-of-the-day show. While I have never gotten to see Glow in the Park, it looks like a pretty cool show.

[palmer]

I have. It's much better than other parades, but, of course, Disney wins in parades. Magic Kingdom's night parade is beautiful. And the old MGM/Hollywood Studios parade with the characters on the cars one was good.

[nitrofan]

Well Glow in the Park has been confirmed for 2010 if you haven't heard. It sounds like a good thing to me.

[gl2007]

This is insane;

"As part of his B96 initiation (since he's the new guy), he must stay locked 285 feet in the air in the Sky Trek Tower during Fright Fest until the 1.5 Millionth rider goes on Raging Bull. Until then, he'll be broadcasting live as well as chronicling his adventures on live streaming video, taped YouTube clips, and updates from Facebook and Twitter."

http://www.b96hits.com/~jerzy-trapped-at-six-flags

All i can say is that this is great publicity for SFGA and has gotten me hooked.

[Jp]

I thinks really cool to be up there. I wish, I of done it.

[palmer]

Who's giving him food and drinks? That's so painful if he goes up and receives no food what so ever.

[jonrev]

Monday:
http://img131.imageshack.us/img131/3581/dscn1255.jpg

Also; there is someone else up there and I think he's bringing him food/water. There is access to inside the tower I believe by standing on the roof of the cabin and opening one of many doors on the side of the tower (you can see the top of the ladder sticking out; there is a recessed area on the top of the cabin for people to walk). That way they can park the cabin with him in it and people can still get to him.
http://img504.imageshack.us/img504/2711/towerg001.jpg

[nitrofan]

Why is this guy doing it? I don't really understand it, and I don't really get why the park is letting him. Is it a promotion to try to get people to ride Raging Bull?

[elvisboogens]

Didn't David Blaine do something similar a few years ago?

[jonrev]

Why is this guy doing it? I don't really understand it, and I don't really get why the park is letting him. Is it a promotion to try to get people to ride Raging Bull?
Publicity for B96; for Raging Bull; for freshly-painted Sky Trek Tower; and for the park in general. It brings in money, it works.

[nitrofan]

Six Flags Great America Purchases Historic Wooden Coaster
Purchase of Classic Wooden Coaster from Kiddieland Amusement Park Keeps Chicago History Alive

Nov. 25, 2009 (Gurnee, Il.) -- Six Flags Great America announced today the purchase of a vintage wooden roller coaster, The Little Dipper. The coaster operated at Kiddieland Amusement Park from 1950 until September of this year when the amusement park closed. The coaster will retain its original name and become the 14th coaster in Six Flags Great America’s impressive line-up of roller coasters.

The Little Dipper was designed by Herbert Schmeck and built by the Philadelphia Toboggan Company in 1950. The family-friendly coaster features a three story tall lift hill and is designed as a figure eight track which runs 700 feet in length. It has been honored with the ACE Coaster Classic award by the American Coaster Enthusiasts.

“The Little Dipper has been a fond family tradition for over 50 years,” said Hank Salemi, Six Flags Great America’s park president. “We wanted to preserve this important piece of Chicago history for families to experience for many more years to come.”

Guests can create a season of memories on The Little Dipper with a 2010 Season Pass which is on sale now at sixflags.com for the low price of $64.99. Season Passes include admission to the best water park in the nation, Hurricane Harbor; as well as discount-packed value book with more than $500 dollars worth of offers including four Bring-A-Friend-Free tickets.

Six Flags Great America is located between Chicago and Milwaukee and offers fun for the entire family with heart-pounding roller coasters including Raging Bull, a free 15-acre water park, spectacular shows and parades, three children’s themed areas including Wiggles World and meet and greets with Six Flags’ world-famous cast of characters, including Mr. Six.

I am really impressed an happy that Six Flags did this. It should be a hit with the kids, and I will stay happy as long as it doesn't get some stupid Wiggles theme.

[bobbinbop20]

I'm super excited for this, I rode little dipper this past summer because I didn't want to miss out on the credit and I really like this little woodie!

Since SFGAm is my home park I'll do a nice little PTR once it opens..... :)

[nitrofan]

I'm super excited for this, I rode little dipper this past summer because I didn't want to miss out on the credit and I really like this little woodie!

Since SFGAm is my home park I'll do a nice little PTR once it opens..... :)

Now you can count it as a new credit!

I just hope that Six Flags doesn't do something stupid with its theme. It is said t be going into a kids area, so please, no Wiggles or Cartoon Network! Loony Toons is OK if done right.

[bobbinbop20]

I dont know for sure, but I think its going in the Loony Toons National park area, there's tons of open space in there

[Jp]

Since the ride is going to be called Little Dipper and they put it in LTNP area they can do a Marvin the Martian theme to it. When I here Dipper, I think about somthing outer space like.

[nitrofan]

Since the ride is going to be called Little Dipper and they put it in LTNP area they can do a Marvin the Martian theme to it. When I here Dipper, I think about somthing outer space like.

I hope you're joking.

[bobbinbop20]

I'm pretty sure there keeping the little dipper name

[DejaVu2001]

The ride will be in Bugs Bunny National Park and will keep the Little Dipper name. The large net climb structure to the right of the BBNP entrance will be removed (if it hasn't already). It also looks likely that there will be other changes to BBNP if not a complete retheme/upgrade, since all references to BBNP on SFGAm's website have mysteriously vanished.

[Austin]

Thats good to hear. I cant think of anything else that would replace a kids section other then Thomas town. But that would take alot more work I would think.

[nitrofan]

Thats good to hear. I cant think of anything else that would replace a kids section other then Thomas town. But that would take alot more work I would think.

You really just have to repaint, get new signs, and change some facades, but I don't see the point in changing it to Thomas Town.

[bobbinbop20]

well there's already wiggles world, so they cant do that at least!

[Austin]

Oh. Isnt the bugs bunny section a kid area tho?

[nitrofan]

Oh. Isnt the bugs bunny section a kid area tho?

Yes. They have Camp Cartoon, Wiggles World, and Bugs Bunny National Park.

[Austin]

Jeez. Got enough?

[bobbinbop20]

I guess not

[nitrofan]

Jeez. Got enough?

Six Flags Great Adventure has 4 kids areas.

[bobbinbop20]

yeah, we wont even start with them, I'm not sure that 4 is really necessary

[palmer]

^Well, Wiggles world and Loony Tunes Seaport @ SFGADV are connected. Wiggle's World use to be the front part of Loony Tunes Seaport. National Park and Golden Kingdom (excluding Kingda Ka) are "new". They just use to have Seaport and the old Bugs Bunny Land (currently employee parking in Great American Scream Machines in-ground/part of Golden kingdom). They needed it.

[bobbinbop20]

oh, ok. Yeah I knew there was the two that were connected over by Nitro. That could almost count as one

[palmer]

^I count it as one. Six Flags employees count it as two. I miss the old Seaport in a whole. It was basically my land. I use to ride everything there when i was young.

[Jp]

Some Photo's of LITTLE DIPPER Construction are up on the Six Flags Great America Facebook Page! Looks like it is indeed going where the building and Net Jungle Thing was in Bugs Bunny National Park

Winter @ Six Flags!
http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=156101&id=10583866355&ref=nf

[nitrofan]

Maybe this will bring some popularity to this Bugs Bunny National Park. When I was at SFGAm, they were closing that area at 8:00, so hopefully they will keep it open later now.

[Jp]

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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Where is MagiQuest located at Six Flags Great America?
MagiQuest is located in the County Fair Section across from Wiggles World.

How much does it cost to play?
Packages including a wand and 60 minutes of game time start at just $24.99. Pay just $19.99 when you buy online! Season Pass holders receive special discounts on packages, wands and toppers. Grandparents and children 4 and under are always admitted in the MagiQuest Kingdom free of charge. See our packages and a la carte pricing above, or BUY ONLINE NOW.

How does the wand work?
As you explore the amazing world of MagiQuest, your magic wand knows you by name and remembers everything you’ve accomplished.

Can I purchase my wand at sixflags.com before I arrive?
Yes. You can click here and purchase your wand now or prior to your arrival.

Can two or more people use the same wand/ can we share a wand?
Two or more people cannot use the same wand, however one person can purchase a wand, and another can share in the experience by participating as a Magi Guide ($4.99). Magi Guides will be provided with the Ancient Book of Wisdom to participate in the experience.

Where can I store my wand while I go on rides?
You can store your wand in any of the lockers located throughout the park.

If I lose my wand or forgot my wand do I have to start over?
No. MagiQuest Magic allows us to transfer a Magi's information onto a new wand at any time, thus allowing you to continue the game where you left off, no matter where you left your wand.

Can my wand be used to play at another MagiQuest location?
Absolutely. Once you own a wand, it is yours to keep and you can use it each time you return to any of our Worlds and Realms.

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You will win the opportunity to battle a life-sized dragon! You will also help the Pixie and the Princess, but watch out for the Goblin! In addition, you can earn gold and experience points which can grant you more time in the kingdom, super dueling powers, discounts on treasures and even a grand celebration! (5,000 gold = 3 free duels, 7500 gold = 20% off single retail item, 10,000 gold = 30 minutes free game time, 250,000 gold = private celebration for 10 magi)

If I come back and play MagiQuest another day or another season, will my wand remember everything I accomplished?
Yes, your wand knows you by name and remembers everything you’ve accomplished. When you return, you pick up where you left off on your last visit.

How long can I play each time I visit?
75 & 90 minutes for new Magi
60 & 90 minutes for returning Magi
OR unlimited season pass for $45.99

Who developed MagiQuest?
MagiQuest was developed by Myrtle Beach, SC-based company Creative Kingdoms, whose goal is to intertwine fantasy and reality with the most alluring elements of magic, imagination, hands on experiences, fun, storytelling and gaming into one seamless experience.

Is there an educational element to the game?
The MagiQuest adventure has elements of problem-solving and teamwork throughout. You're the main character in the game, so it also provides physical activity as opposed to a more passive video game experience.

What is MQ Online?
MQ Online is a new game launching this spring that allows you to take the magic beyond the walls of the locations and play from home. Click here for more information.

Is a wand required for the online game?
No. Wands are not required for MQ Online. However, if you visit Six Flags Great America and purchase a wand, you will be able to do even more things in the game if you have also played in the online world.
Click here for more info! (http://www.sixflags.com/greatAmerica/tickets/magiquest.aspx)

What do you think?

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I think it a great addtion to the park, they are getting lots of stuff this year!

[Jp]

I have notice that the parks website don't list the Bug's Bunny National Park no more!!

http://www.sixflags.com/greatAmerica/rides/KidsRides.aspx

[palmer]

This is sick! I so want to do that, even though the prices could be better.

[jonrev]

As far as I know, BBNP has been downsized to accommodate the addition of Kiddieland's Little Dipper.

[nitrofan]

The 2010 park map shows BBNP completely replaced by Little Dipper. I wonder where the rides will go.

[DejaVu2001]

^ Would it be possible to post the map anywhere, since its not on the official site yet, and I don't have an iPhone?

[nitrofan]

^ Would it be possible to post the map anywhere, since its not on the official site yet, and I don't have an iPhone?

I can post pictures of specific sections if you would like, but I have no way to post the entire map.

Which sections would you like to see? I'll upload some pictures for you.

[DejaVu2001]

BBNP (Little Dipper) for sure, Sky Trek Tower (since it was painted), and the Food Court between Buccaneer Battle and the antique cars.

[nitrofan]

BBNP (Little Dipper) for sure, Sky Trek Tower (since it was painted), and the Food Court between Buccaneer Battle and the antique cars.

Here you go:

http://sfkkonline.com/forums/picture.php?albumid=24&pictureid=419

http://sfkkonline.com/forums/picture.php?albumid=24&pictureid=418

http://sfkkonline.com/forums/picture.php?albumid=24&pictureid=417

If you or anyone else have any screenshot requests, let me know and I'll do my best to get you a screenshot.

[DejaVu2001]

Wow. They really screwed up Little Dipper on the map. It's only replacing one ride and the SBNO net climb in BBNP, but on the map, they deleted the entire area.

Thanks for the pictures BTW

[Jp]

^ On there website, they don't BBNP on there ride page or the theme area page.

[DejaVu2001]

^ I'd imagine that it is temporarily off the website due to modifications. But I know for sure that the area is staying.

[nitrofan]

Wow. They really screwed up Little Dipper on the map. It's only replacing one ride and the SBNO net climb in BBNP, but on the map, they deleted the entire area.

Thanks for the pictures BTW

No problem.

I don't know SFGAm that well (only been there once), but it looked to me on SFGAm's Facebook pictures that most of BBNP was still standing. Maybe it will get a new theme.

[bobbinbop20]

Dont wory, I'll fill you guys in with a ptr once the ride opens :)

[Jp]

Little Dipper has been added on the ride list on their website. It is under The Little Dipper, I though it was Little Dipper.
http://www.sixflags.com/greatAmerica/rides/KidsRides.aspx

[Jp]

Little Dipper was presented on the news. Shows some construction of the ride..
http://abclocal.go.com/wls/story?section=news/local&id=7387211

[Austin]

Does anyone else not find it odd they replaced between 80-90% of the wood and left the rest as the original?

[Jp]

Six Flags Great America is less than a week away from opening for the 2010 season, and we thought we'd share info that work has already begun on Terror Twister 2 for Fright Fest 2010! We need help deciding on the final song for the ride!

Terror Twister 2: A Turn for the Worse will have 8 tracks in 2010. 7 of these tracks have been picked and already mixed, leaving a final 8th song unknown. As it stands now we have 3 songs that are in the running to become the 8th song - and guess what, the public decides what that song will be!

I know it is extremely early to be discussing Fright Fest, especially on the verge of opening weekend. Simply because it takes an extremely long time to get the light shows prepared in time for Fright Fest, we need to begin work earlier than planned. Terror Twister 2 had 4 tracks last year, with a 5th being added the final weekend of operation. Terror Twister 2 will have 8 tracks in 2010.

Below is a link to the website that is the Terror Twister 2 voting site. Everything is explained on the site, please read it all prior to voting. It will answer all questions you may have. The only limitations are that it requires a Facebook login, and flash player (to stream the 3 songs). You can only vote once. Obviously the song with the most votes will become the 8th track, and become ride cycle #8 for this year.

More information on Terror Twister 2 will become available in the coming months. We sincerely appreciate the help in deciding the final song for 2010.

Here is the link to the website: http://www.markzv.com/TT2/

[DejaVu2001]

http://abclocal.go.com/wls/story?section=news/local/mathie&id=7396850

Update on Little Dipper, expected to open Memorial Day weekend. Support structure is done except the first drop and one small section next to the drop. When finished, only about 10% of the wood will be old wood from Kiddieland.

[palmer]

^that makes sense. That wood must be really really really really old. New wood is easily gonna be needed. Now, SF continues to have that "Open on Memorial Day weekend" stuff. That ticks me off a lot. It clearly shows how lazy they are to build the ride in the off-season (or show how slow they work or how few workers they hire or who they hire). The Bizarro transformations were just sensors, effects, objects, paint, and trains. Easily could have been done quickly (well, the trains probably would take a while, but still, they can do that while they work on the ride). Plus, Bizarro (GADV) was painting before they season was over. The corkscrews were already purple as the season ended.

[Austin]

It still bugs the hell out of me that they would replace 90% of the wood but leave 20% when they are all just about the same condition as the replaced wood. That 10% will eventually be replaced in the next 2-5 years. Is the price of wood really that high that you cant replace all of it?

[nitrofan]

^that makes sense. That wood must be really really really really old. New wood is easily gonna be needed. Now, SF continues to have that "Open on Memorial Day weekend" stuff. That ticks me off a lot. It clearly shows how lazy they are to build the ride in the off-season (or show how slow they work or how few workers they hire or who they hire). The Bizarro transformations were just sensors, effects, objects, paint, and trains. Easily could have been done quickly (well, the trains probably would take a while, but still, they can do that while they work on the ride). Plus, Bizarro (GADV) was painting before they season was over. The corkscrews were already purple as the season ended.

I never really understood that either. If I remember correctly, all work on Bizarro with the exception of the painting was done the 3 weeks prior to opening. At a park like SFNE, they really suffered having Bizarro down for that long. The work could have easily been done during the off-season.

[Jp]

Whizzer is now sponser by Karate Kid..
http://themeparkreview.com/forum/files/p4240010.jpg

[cory]

I am probaly going to SFGA next week.

[Jp]

A quick preview of the Glow in the Dark Parade..
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[Jp]

The new rope course will be called SkyTrail Ropes Course.

[Jp]

Reported from Screamscape:
???? - New Flume Ride - Rumor - (7/11/10) The latest buzz from Six Flags Great America is that the Yankee Clipper flume ride is closed and may remain closed all season. When a reader asked someone at the park about it, they were told it was likely going to be removed to install a new modern era flume ride with higher capacity in the future More when we find out.

[nitrofan]

I think this would be a great move. They still have Logger's Run, so they still have a classic flume. They can get a modern flume for some added capacity and thrills.

[palmer]

Do I see an Intamin Flume on the way?

[nitrofan]

Do I see an Intamin Flume on the way?

If they fixed the STR issues, that would be awesome.

[palmer]

I have a feeling that won't happen that easily, but I hope it happens.

[DarienLake:D]

But Yankee Clipper is open i thought?

[nitrofan]

But Yankee Clipper is open i thought?

It is open again, but it started a rumor.

[DarienLake:D]

It is open again, but it started a rumor.

Well i highly doubt its gonna be replaced if SF is doing all these cut backs and spending less money...

[Jp]

I am starting to think the rumor is false also..

[DarienLake:D]

I was in disbelief since i heard it...

[Jp]

Screamscape:
2012 - New Flume Ride - Rumor - (7/19/10) Remember that rumor about a new flume ride in development for the park? If the latest rumor is true, they could be speaking to Mack about building a new Super Splash ride for them to replace the old Splashwater Falls ride for as early as 2012. More when we find out.


???? - Whizzer Replacement - Rumor - (7/19/10) Lots of interesting rumors were sent in regarding the possible future of SFGAm. This is all more long-term planning rumors, and nothing that is going to happen right away, so all of this can be taken with the grain of salt, as ideas constantly change as time goes by.
First off the disappointing news what we all knew would come someday. Yes… the Whizzer is going to close… someday. I know we’ve heard that rumor almost every year for the last decade or so, but the honest truth is that it is going to happen someday… sooner than we would like to think. It’s well know that the Whizzer is not only old, but difficult to get spare parts for, so most of the time they have to have stuff custom made, which isn’t cheap. The good news however is that in an attempt to be a little proactive, Six Flags is said to have asked Mack to look into recreating the Whizzer’s layout for when the time comes to replace it, they could possibly build an all new version for everyone to enjoy. Again… this is just something rumored to have been looked at, and there is no word if this was something done under Shapiro’s era or Weber’s new regime.

[Jp]

From Screamscape:
2012 - New Flume Ride - Rumor - (7/22/10) According to one reader, they spotted survey crews doing work in the former Splashwater Falls area. Looks like they may be working on something here after all, but for 2012 or 2011?

[SFNE Expert]

They have enough water rides, don't they? Why are they looking into adding even more?

[Jp]

On the Six Flags Great America official Facebook page they posted this:

The Countdown Begins! See what's coming to Six Flags Great America in 2011. We're announcing on Facebook First. Check out the “Coming in 2011” tab to see if you can solve the puzzle...

http://platform.ak.fbcdn.net/www/app_full_proxy.php?app=148773018480153&v=1&size=o&cksum=1ab5a37d844f2ef308ab58b06503d724&src=http%3A%2F%2Fhfconcepts.com%2Fgreatamerica%2Fn o-fan.jpg%3Fnocache%3D20100825062326

http://www.facebook.com/SFGreatAmerica?ref=ts

[bobbinbop20]

This is very exciting for me, for the fact that it's my home park. Ah, I can't wait till September 1st!

[Austin]

If thats how many pieces there are they would have to release more pieces wouldnt you think?

[Jp]

^Thats what I was thinking also.

They couldn't reveal every piece per day. They could do seven pieces per day, but that will give out to much if you think about it.

[DarienLake:D]

well just 1 piece could give alot of information away...

[Jp]

I bet you, the first piece would be a corner up top revealing the sky!

[bobbinbop20]

hahah yeah I'm sure they'll show the sky first, maybe they'll do 7 a day but like an hour apart or something, not at the same time

[DarienLake:D]

yeah i would expect a sky first lol! But yeah i think thats what they will do and do one every hour or so...

[Jp]

I guessing the second will be the grass under the ride or a tree/busch!

[DarienLake:D]

and then maybe some kind of support..

[Jp]

I guess we were wrong about the two pieces.

http://platform.ak.fbcdn.net/www/app_full_proxy.php?app=148773018480153&v=1&size=o&cksum=ab2fbd8f36e6a030ad8ff2f4de7f3ce5&src=http%3A%2F%2Fhfconcepts.com%2Fgreatamerica%2F2 010-08-26.jpg%3Fnocache%3D20100826051222

[DarienLake:D]

hmm then maybe its the ride logo....
Edit: and ride details

[SFNE Expert]

Hacked photo FTW!

http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd76/acquaz10/2010-08-31.jpg

[Truth Seeker]

Definitely water park.

[DarienLake:D]

Hmmm thats weird... on FB for me its still showing just the 2 missing...

[SFNE Expert]

Thats because thats the picture from 8-31-10. Hence "Hacked photo FTW!"

I guess someone hacked the url to make it say that and they got it.

[palmer]

Why am I think a Aqua Loop? That gives me more of a reason to avoid public waterparks. I love them and all, but I don't want to be taking in any pee-infested water. :D Anyway, I'm not quite sure how big Scorpion's Tail was at Noah's Ark, but from what I can read, I see 130 feet and near vertical. Scorpion's Tail has that "near vertical" drop floor and is about ten stories tall (approx 100 feet). Also, the only ride I could think of it a freefall drop like ones found all over, including HH at SFGAm, or the one like at Wet N' Wild in Orlando with the drop floor. I mean, who wants more clones? I am clearly seeing an Aqua Loop

[DarienLake:D]

^ you may be right... Its saying "Near Vertical" close to the bottom... but if it means going up or down is the question...

[palmer]

The slide is most likely going down, isn't that common sense?

[Jp]

The green banner from the picture says "The Best Waterpark in the Nation just got Bigger". Expansion??

[SFNE Expert]

The green banner from the picture says "The Best Waterpark in the Nation just got Bigger". Expansion??

The picture got hacked even more... Its definitely bigger.

[palmer]

^Really, where's the hacked picture? The more hacked one.

[Jp]

They are adding 1300 square foot expansion to the water park!

[DarienLake:D]

thats not very big....

[palmer]

Wow, I guessed wrong.

[Jp]

^^ Yea I know right?

On the hacked picture it says "Near Vertical (A word goes here?) Water Slide" and the only one that comes to mind is this or this (But these are my guesses).:
http://0.tqn.com/d/hotels/1/5/f/_/summitplummet.jpg
http://www.waterfunproducts.com/portfolio/images/Halfpipe_k24.jpg

[DarienLake:D]

well they said 130ft maybe the first one..

[SFNE Expert]

No its not 130, its 1300. You're being teased and mislead.

[palmer]

Well, a 1300 ft expansion would be quite stupid, vertical gives me the hint of a big slide. I'm having this Aqua Loop thing my head, but looking around at Crush N Gusher, Master Blaster, Black Anaconda, and Wildebeest, and I'm thinking a water coaster. From what Black Anaconda and Wildebeest are, they are about 1,700-1,800. I mean 300-400 is but isn't much. I think it's possible that GAm could get one.

[nitrofan]

http://platform.ak.fbcdn.net/www/app_full_proxy.php?app=148773018480153&v=1&size=o&cksum=0d9ea706eba5a3712b10f17ba1a96a03&src=http%3A%2F%2Fbizhost.co%2Fga%2Ff3stczfs830t1yx .jpg

[DarienLake:D]

At least its not just 1 water slide...

[bobbinbop20]

Hurricane Harbor is my favorite part about my homepark SFGAm, they have alot of really good slides already and this expansion is putting the icing on the cake, now that the dry park sucks so much they might as well excel in something, and Hurricane Harbor is that something.

Congratulations, you found the 3rd clue.

It's funny because me and my sister were just talking about how Hurricane Harbor really needs a near vertical slide one day when we were there, about a day before they started the facebook thing. Look at that they read our minds.

Violets are red, roses are blue, but what is brown or tan and grows on a tall plant?

I'd much rather have this then some crappy coaster they would have given us anyway. There was a time when I thought they would do something about the severe lack of thrill rides in the dry park, but I've given up hope this year and decided I'd much rather spend my time at SFGAm in Hurricane Harbor because it really is that good.

Anyone visiting SFGAm I HIGHLY RECOMMEND HURRICANE HARBOR! Great Theming, great atmosphere, and really great slides, which are actually very thrilling.

I'm excited for May and I'm gonna miss HH so so much during Fright Fest :/

[nitrofan]

I'm kind of curious what they mean by "activity pool".

Coaster/thrill-wise, it seems like SFGAm has some of everything, but it was all built when it was cutting edge, so they are somewhat lacking now that the designs have been improved.

[bobbinbop20]

I'm kind of curious what they mean by "activity pool".

Coaster/thrill-wise, it seems like SFGAm has some of everything, but it was all built when it was cutting edge, so they are somewhat lacking now that the designs have been improved.

I think activity pool is just like a regular swimming pool that they might have activity's in from time to time

[nitrofan]

I think activity pool is just like a regular swimming pool that they might have activity's in from time to time

So, why would I pay $50 to go to their pool when I can go to the city pool for $2? I don't really get that, and I can't really see too many people going to it.

[bobbinbop20]

So, why would I pay $50 to go to their pool when I can go to the city pool for $2? I don't really get that, and I can't really see too many people going to it.

You don't only get a single pool with that $50, you get all of hurricane harbor which believe it or not is worth it because it's awesome, also not to mention you get the entire dry park too with that $50 which includes American Eagle <333 the only reason to go to the dry park

[David]

:bs2:

Whatcha gonna do. They're gonna add what they wanna add. And nothing I say will stop them. Enjoy the waterpark. I'll still ride Raging Bull. Over. and Over again. Until we finally get SOMETHING new. (Thrill wise)

[DarienLake:D]

Well who knows... The new water slide might be thrilling lol!

[bobbinbop20]

Well who knows... The new water slide might be thrilling lol!

I guarantee you it will be, at least alot more then Raging Bull ever was

[palmer]

Althought my initinal guess of a Aqua Loop, off the puzzle was wrong, there's a chance as there's a near vertical slide.

Anyway, doesn't 130,000 sound pretty big? I mean, I understand that there's times I see expansion about 100,000, which isn't bad, but isn't 30,000 more feet added on is a bit big?

[David]

The area that will be "renovated" will be the space of an old Space Simulator that was originally removed for Chang, but it isn't that big at all. (Chang would have expanded WAY more into the parking lot)

So all in all, this is a sizable addition. But only 5 years ago they added 5, FIVE, new rides, one being a coaster. So, I say this isn't 50th anniversary material.

[SFNE Expert]

I already explained before. Al Weber isn't celebrating the 50th anniversary except at SFOT.

[Austin]

Althought my initinal guess of a Aqua Loop, off the puzzle was wrong, there's a chance as there's a near vertical slide.

Anyway, doesn't 130,000 sound pretty big? I mean, I understand that there's times I see expansion about 100,000, which isn't bad, but isn't 30,000 more feet added on is a bit big?

Well considering a average home size in roughly 2400 sq feet, it will be a massive addition

[nitrofan]

Well considering a average home size in roughly 2400 sq feet, it will be a massive addition

The water park's water playground, Skull Island is 100,000 square feet, so the new expansion is only a third larger than that water playground. That hardly seems "massive" to me.

[DarienLake:D]

I already explained before. Al Weber isn't celebrating the 50th anniversary except at SFOT.

Yeah thats what i have been thinking... I know when SF celebrated its 45th which was before i really knew much about SF well until the end of the season really.. But the whole season i was thinking.... There is no way this place is 45 years old... Nothing was here 45 years ago... lol! (Being that the park first opened as a campground in 1961...) There was no theme park lol!

[David]

Haha! Yeah, 2006 was a pretty good year for Six Flags, I think. Besides Kiaren getting outed! :(

[nitrofan]

Haha! Yeah, 2006 was a pretty good year for Six Flags, I think. Besides Kiaren getting outed! :(

Yeah, it was a very good year for the company. It brought 4 major coasters and lots of projects larger than this water park expansion.

[DarienLake:D]

Yeah ummm 2006 was a horrible year here... Rides were closed for "maintence" but an employee said it was to cut costs. (and those rides were closed all year long) The rides themselfs were being "let go" and all we got was Big Kahuna relocated from Six Flags Astro World. And it did not open until late july when construction started over the winter... Attendance was low that year due to higher prices. And Six Flags let the park go etc all because they were going to sell it at the end of the year... Ok back on topic lol! So has anyone heard any rumors what the unknown attraction will be in the water park expansion?

[Truth Seeker]

Yeah ummm 2006 was a horrible year here... Rides were closed for "maintence" but an employee said it was to cut costs. (and those rides were closed all year long) The rides themselfs were being "let go" and all we got was Big Kahuna relocated from Six Flags Astro World. And it did not open until late july when construction started over the winter... Attendance was low that year due to higher prices. And Six Flags let the park go etc all because they were going to sell it at the end of the year... Ok back on topic lol! So has anyone heard any rumors what the unknown attraction will be in the water park expansion?

Don't even get me started...

[DarienLake:D]

Yeah i know KK had it worse...

[David]

This is a sign of the times though. An Amusement Park company (I went there!) cannot even afford to reward their most profitable park on the 50th anniversary. Wow.

[nitrofan]

This is a sign of the times though. An Amusement Park company (I went there!) cannot even afford to reward their most profitable park on the 50th anniversary. Wow.

I wouldn't say they can't afford it, it's more that there was a stupid plan in place, and they just didn't have enough time to get a great plan together for 2011. SFGAm has lots of great rumors for 2012, so I guess we'll see.

[Truth Seeker]

As my favorite modern president would say,"It's the economy".

[nitrofan]

As my favorite modern president would say,"It's the economy".

I think that had a relatively small part in it. They just had a dunb plan in place, and didn't have enough time to develop a new one.

[Truth Seeker]

Shapiro's plan(just guessing here) was most likely far too expensive. Weber came in and realized this but with little time for planning, slow economy, and fear of his losing job Weber decided to go with something less expensive and safer on the financial

[nitrofan]

Shapiro's plan(just guessing here) was most likely far too expensive. Weber came in and realized this but with little time for planning, slow economy, and fear of his losing job Weber decided to go with something less expensive and safer on the financial

It's pretty obvious that Chang was planned for SFGAm. That really wouldn't cost much, and the cost really wouldn't be much different that putting it at SFGAdv.

[Truth Seeker]

Oops me of all people forgot this. I suppose the reason to switch to a water park expansion was because SFGAM already had a stand up? Of course, I'm fairly certain they could convert it to a floor less, or they decided the water park was far more profitable than the dry park? Honestly, I'm throwing knives into the dark with cat dancing on top of my head.

[nitrofan]

Oops me of all people forgot this. I suppose the reason to switch to a water park expansion was because SFGAM already had a stand up? Of course, I'm fairly certain they could convert it to a floor less, or they decided the water park was far more profitable than the dry park? Honestly, I'm throwing knives into the dark with cat dancing on top of my head.

I think it was changed because having 2 stand-ups was a dumb idea, and while to us it would seem like Chang can be converted to a floorless very easily, I have seen several engineers post on other forums discussing why it cannot be converted due to heartlines. I don't really understand it all, I just know it would be very difficult.

As for the water park, it already reaches capacity fairly regularly, it only makes sense to expand it. Water park expansions are also much cheaper than theme park additions.

[Truth Seeker]

^I like your explanation better than mine.

[David]

I think it was changed because having 2 stand-ups was a dumb idea, and while to us it would seem like Chang can be converted to a floorless very easily, I have seen several engineers post on other forums discussing why it cannot be converted due to heartlines. I don't really understand it all, I just know it would be very difficult.

As for the water park, it already reaches capacity fairly regularly, it only makes sense to expand it. Water park expansions are also much cheaper than theme park additions.

But you've also got to think. Advertising the expansion will bring in more people which will only cause the water park to reach capacity even quicker.

Actually, if you try this with ANY coaster simulator (NoLimits, RCT3, and such) the G's are nearly the same with the difference of just a few, because the floorless train seats are raised up quite a bit.

[SFNE Expert]

Thats a simulator! Not real life. Another reason why I call you a blind enthusiast with the only intent to add big thrills to SFGAm that has no idea how big these additions really are and how they are going to improve your park.

Think of it this way. SFGAms GP goes to the water park. They add water park additions more. Its a lot of families.

SFNE and TGE GP is more family than anyone else. So they add family additions.

GADv and Magic Mountain are more thrill seeking than anywhere so they add coasters more.

See where I am getting at? Families also equal more $$$$$$$$

[nitrofan]

But you've also got to think. Advertising the expansion will bring in more people which will only cause the water park to reach capacity even quicker.

Actually, if you try this with ANY coaster simulator (NoLimits, RCT3, and such) the G's are nearly the same with the difference of just a few, because the floorless train seats are raised up quite a bit.

Ya, that's just a coaster simulator...

[David]

And that's why ALL of them show the same G's as each other.

[SFNE Expert]

And now... something to make DAVID extremely happy. Well if I were him I'd be happy. And again, all these pics were found from here. http://investors.sixflags.com/phoenix.zhtml?p=irol-eventDetails&c=61629&eventID=3442475

http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd76/acquaz10/Screenshot2010-11-04at14004PM.png

HOLY SH!T. Wait isn't that the same slide BGE's getting? But still. THEY LOOK AWESOME! Great layout!

[David]

O.M.G.

That son of a b!tch is actually going to do it! He's killing the last space we had for future expansion!

GRRR! :damnit:

[Austin]

Its not the "last space" Chill out.

[David]

It really is. And to add to that, he's getting rid of the Go-Karts. The only way of adding a capital investment now will be removing some signature rides.

[Austin]

You do realize, signature rides lose their status as signature as they get old dont you? Iron Wolf is going to be gone soon. Thats a pretty decent size to build anew in. Also, go-karts are money hogs half the time.

[bobbinbop20]

David quit complaining, you repulse me.

Getting this expansion makes something to actually go to Six Flags for, not the rides because well they all suck and we know they all suck, but for Hurricane Harbor which was and now which is going to be pretty much over the top with awesome slides.

Even though I loved Chang It was never really a good decision in the long run and most people don't even like Stand Ups, yeah they could have built a nice GCI or something which would have been awesome but that's not gonna improve that park very much, this is.

[Austin]

Also you need to account for the parks location and the water park market it is in. You got the Wisconsin Dells, and if you want, HW just to the south.

[Jp]

This looks like an amazing addition!

[DarienLake:D]

Tantrums are amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[nitrofan]

O.M.G.

That son of a b!tch is actually going to do it! He's killing the last space we had for future expansion!

GRRR! :damnit:

There's plenty of space:
-While Whizzer was saved, that was almost 10 years ago. Rides can only be put on life support for so long.
-Iron Wolf, its days are numbered.
-Isn't there a space near County Fair that Splashwater Falls used to be on that is empty?
-Demon's days are numbered.

Those are 4 pretty good sized spaces. And they could always get creative with a coaster if they really did run out of space. Look at Tatsu, could you ever have imagined a coaster going in that location before it was built?

On a positive note, the Tantrum looks cool!

[Jp]

In regards to the Glow In The Park rumor, Six Flags Great America has just confirmed on their Facebook Page that Glow In The Park will be returning for 2011.

http://www.facebook.com/SFGreatAmerica#!/SFGreatAmerica

[David]

A Welcomed addition on the Saturdays that the park is open till 10.

[David]

This is what GAm might be adding also.

Corrected you there!;)

[Austin]

It was already confirmed to be part of Riptide Bay's plans

[SFNE Expert]

As we know, plans can change...

[David]

I'm just going to put this out there.. Nothing has been ordered yet.

[DejaVu2001]

^ Um . . . BS. It's end of January, if nothing is ordered yet, there is no Riptide Bay.

[David]

Fabricating fiber glass is not hard and takes a very short amount of time. Considering most of the ground work is done, and they just need to put stuff together, it makes complete sense. They also have until the end of May.

[nitrofan]

Nothing has been ordered yet? Where did you hear that? Why would they start ground work before even ordering the things that are supposed to be placed there?

[DejaVu2001]

David, now that you have brought this claim up twice on two different websites, how on Earth do you know whether or not Great America has ordered the slides yet? What's your source, somehow I doubt you have any inside information.

[David]

I know a park employee, and they've told me that the park still hasn't ordered the rides, but they have been in contact with the contractors, and ProSlide.

[Austin]

Dippin' Dots man strikes again! Lmao.

And we know its Proslide? I didn't think it was announced who was making them yet.

[nitrofan]

I know a park employee, and they've told me that the park still hasn't ordered the rides, but they have been in contact with the contractors, and ProSlide.

What kind of park employee is this? If they are really in the know, they probably shouldn't be sharing information like this.

[David]

It's Proslide. I'm sure of that.

They work in park maintenance, don't know exactly what the position is, but they oversee the maintenance shops.

[Austin]

Well it may not be Proslide. White Water shares Proslides facilities (weird business combo I know) so it may be White Water.

[nitrofan]

Well it may not be Proslide. White Water shares Proslides facilities (weird business combo I know) so it may be White Water.

Who else builds Tantrums?

It's Proslide. I'm sure of that.

They work in park maintenance, don't know exactly what the position is, but they oversee the maintenance shops.

Are you sure you want to release things like that here? Please think before you post.

[Austin]

Well I havent seen the artwork in a while. But last I checked was't there more than just a tantrum?

[DejaVu2001]

^ There are 5 slides, but they are all part of the same slide complex, so I would assume they're all ProSlide. I'm still not convinced about this notion that nothing has been ordered yet, if so I look forward to "Riptide Bay - Opening in August" :lol:

[Austin]

Just looked again at the new artwork. The Tantrum & Vertical slides are Proslide. The surfing one they showed at the bottom right is presumably White Water West as they are the only ones I know with a surfing attraction.

Is the activity pool still happening?

[David]

It's all still happening as planned, it's just not ordered yet.

[Austin]

I believe it will happen still. They probably just got the ground work out of the way because I mean lets be honest it doesnt take forever to build a slide. On Wildebeest 90% of the construction time was ground work because the ride flew together pretty quick when the slide pieces arrived. Also just look at the addition Darien Lake did last year. It was pretty major and it didn't take very long either. Maybe 2 months.

[David]

When Great America first opened Hurricane Harbor, construction didn't start till late March.

[nitrofan]

There's a big difference between building and ordering...

[Austin]

Well how long do you think it will take to produce these slides? The artwork released to the shareholders that AcquaZ found showed only 2 near vertical slides and the FlowRider. As well as the activity pool but that's basically build your forms and pour it in. Production wont take more than 3-4 weeks tops. Fiberglass like David said isnt a very long procedure and they have the very best tools they could use.

[SFNE Expert]

When Great America first opened Hurricane Harbor, construction didn't start till late March.

You just contradicted yourself here. They built a whole entire park in two months. This is a medium sized expansion. Land clearing is all set, all the need to do is dig a hole, pour some foundation, put the piping in the ground along with some fiberglass, and put up the slides.

[David]

My point is that Great America builds fast, and water parks don't take long to build. My point is that they could start construction in late April if they really wanted to.

Although, I have doubts it will open on time. Nothing at GAm opens on time! It's always ready to go, but some statement comes out that, "Weather hindered the process."

[David]

Just got word.. SFGAm has pieces for the Water Simulator ON SITE.

[DejaVu2001]

^ Guess they ordered something. Sorry, I just had to say that.

[David]

Yes, the splash simulator has been ordered for some now. The products from ProSlide (I'm told) will be arriving closer to the opening date.

[Austin]

I have used a FlowRider model (not sure) from White Water at Kings Island a few years back and they were pretty fun. I wasnt ever successful at it but I had fun failing lol.

[David]

They just need to find a way girls tops stay on! lol

Maybe it will be my first time in 5 years stepping into that dump!

[SFNE Expert]

^Wow, is that you who's being the same person on the GAm Facebook page that keeps saying that. They'res multiple Facebook accounts that obviously look fake that keep saying that keeping girl's shirts on is a huge problem and all. Making a huge deal out of nothing and DEMANDING answers, literally demanding, thats why I capitalized it. Calling GAm terrible and bashing them.

David, can I seriously ask is that you?

And give the girl a surfer shirt, which is a tight shirt that won't fall off, to put over her bikini. BOOM. Problem solved. Any person would know that that's what they do when you ride flow riders, it's not a real issue. They'res flow riders all around the world, why is GAm any different?

[David]

Just saying, that happens to almost all girls with loose bikinis on flow riders.

AND NO THAT'S NOT ME. THEY ARE ANNOYING. I will say that I don't like Hurricane Harbor because my first visit was a bad one. Capacity on all rides was low, the wave pool was closed because someone decided to.. and the lazy river had a 40 minute wait. Not to mention it was dirty, and there was no where to sit. But those were the Kiaren days, so I have no idea how it is now..

[SFNE Expert]

Lol, lazy rivers having a wait... Only park I know that still requires a line for the lazy river is Hershey.

[DarienLake:D]

Lol, lazy rivers having a wait... Only park I know that still requires a line for the lazy river is Hershey.

Darien Lake's Lazy River had a wait once in a while... On those really busy days there was probably a 30min wait.. I said nope maybe another time....

[nitrofan]

Lol, lazy rivers having a wait... Only park I know that still requires a line for the lazy river is Hershey.

A personal rule of thumb for me:

When the park is so crowded that even the lazy rizer has a line, it's time to leave!

[David]

Well, now you understand why I don't think advertising the water park that much is important. Mentioning the free water park is okay, but focusing the entire park, and how it will perform around attendance really.. is stupid.

[Austin]

Its very important that you advertise the waterpark..

[DejaVu2001]

three children's areas

About that, the 2011 map may have some suprises :tapedshut:

[nitrofan]

This thread is solely for Riptide Bay discussion. Let's move these discussions elsewhere and get back on topic.

[DejaVu2001]

http://www.sfgamworld.com/forum/post192554.html#p192554

Close up pictures of the construction site and slide pieces taken on 1/23/11. The red, white, and black pieces are for the Tantrum, the other pieces are for the other 4 slides. The yellow pieces could be from any of the slides.

EDIT: http://www.sfgamworld.com/forum/gallery/album.php?album_id=25
This link has higher resolution versions and a 5th photo. You must be a SFGAmWorld member to use this link.

[nitrofan]

^Thanks for sharing!

So much for nothing being ordered...

[Jp]

Rumors are going around that Bug's Bunny National Park (Kid's Area) will be entirley removed in place of the new location for the Go Karts.

Somebody posted that on Facebook Thursday. That post has since been removed. hmmmm....

On the website they just list KIDZOPOLIS and Camp Cartoon but no Bug's Bunny National Park. http://www.sixflags.com/greatAmerica/rides/KidsRides.aspx

What do you think?

[DejaVu2001]

All of the BBNP rides have been missing from the website since November 2009. That said, the fact that the Facebook post was deleted and not responded to makes this seem all but confirmed true.

[SFNE Expert]

I have heard that GAm is loosing a kiddie area in 2011, so this will make sense. They could even retheme CC to a Looney Tunes area.

[Jp]

I love the Camp Cartoon theme it's original; nor other park has it!!

[DejaVu2001]

The logical thing to do would be to retheme Wiggles as a new Bugs Bunny/Looney Tunes area since it currently has NO theme, but that isn't happening.

[David]

The logical thing to do is to just put the go karts in the SWF area.. but that might be pretty hard after what I'm hearing.

[Jp]

I heard SWF area for something in the future!

[David]

I'm hearing that the SWF area needs a lot of remediation.

[David]

Hey everyone! I'll be at Great America, February 26, to report on something EPIC!

Can't wait till you guys see this!

[SFNE Expert]

I can confirm this, everyone is going to love it! Seriously, its EPIC.

[DejaVu2001]

http://www.sfgamworld.com/forum/post193060.html#p193060

The lower funnel for the Tantrum is assembled and appears to be in the final location. The other funnel is also fully assembled, but sitting in the parking lot.

[David]

Everyone, I'd like to let you in on a little secret I've got.

Six Flags Great America is considering a new show to replace Show Stoppin' in 2011, this show, is EPIC! as I was at a preview of it today. Needless to say, corporate needs to approve of it, as it's quite pricey.

I hope I can tell you more soon!

[Jp]

Fiesta Texas is going to replace Showstoppin also, maybe this is the same show!!

[David]

Doubtable, as this was an in-house production.

[David]

Also, the vertical slides are assembled and laying flat.

[SFNE Expert]

GAm update the site with more news on Riptide Bay!!

http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd76/acquaz10/Screenshot2011-03-21at81226PM.png

Hang-10 at Surf Rider, race a friend on twin versions of Dive Bomber & Mega Wedgie, slide on a raft with your family on Wipeout or kick back and relax at Monsoon Lagoon. Riptide Bay is great for the whole family!

Don't forget to heck out High Tide — Riptide Bay's retail store featuring swimming apparel, gifts, souvenirs and more. And take a load off at 5 O'Clock Phil's — a tiki-inspired snack bar featuring an outdoor seating area, tropical drinks and snacks.

More at: http://www.sixflags.com/greatAmerica/rideswaterpark/RiptideBay.aspx

[Jp]

Finally they updated!!

[David]

As I already told Zach, Weber saw that everyone was complaining, and said, "F**k it, Let's go big."

[David]

For those wondering, the entire Tantrum is in place, along with the super loops on the ground.

[Jp]

Six Flags Great America/Hurricane Harbor wrote:
In creating our new water park expansion, Riptide Bay at Hurricane Harbor, we were tasked with relocating our Go Karts to make space for the expansion. After careful consideration we made the decision to relocate the Go Karts to Bugs Bunny National Park in Yukon Territory. 4 smaller rides that were nearing the end of their lifespan were removed. Based upon the available locations for Go Karts, this decision would make the smallest impact on our product and offerings for our guests. Our new free water park expansion will offer several options for children and families, including an activity pool, 5 water slides, a surfing simulator and more. We are proud to continue to be one of the few parks in the country to provide two parks for one price. Our goal is to create a balance of rides and attractions for families and visitors of all ages to enjoy.
http://www.facebook.com/nmk80/posts/10150155040041356

[David]

For those following Riptide Bay construction, here's a little downer..

http://i54.tinypic.com/14lrq1k.png


The snow will delay construction, but for today only.

[nitrofan]

Wow, that's amazing! I saw that picture and I thought it was taken a few months ago, but I checked the news and saw that it really was snowing there.

[David]

Trust me, no one was happy. Climate Change..

[nitrofan]

Riptide Bay opens tomorrow! Is anyone going soon to check it out?

[Austin]

David might lol. Bobbinbop might to but we havent heard from him in a while, wish hed come back and post some more lol

[David]

Hey Ya'll! I'll be at GAm on Saturday, and again next sunday, also AT the water park too, so I'll get some inside looks at Riptide Bay for you ! :D

(BTW to show how much Six Flags really loved this addition, the Media Day was cancelled ad never rescheduled, BUT, they were recording today, and that Tantrum looks AMAZING! :D