January 31, 20241 yr On 1/29/2024 at 11:18 AM, mrnyc said: whoa --wouldn't this be cool at cedar point? 🙀 The world's HIGHEST ferris wheel: 600ft attraction being built in South Korea will dwarf the London Eye and carry 1,400 people at once Seoul Twin Eye will sit upon a 131ft-tall cultural complex in the capital By JAMES CALLERY PUBLISHED: 08:08 EST, 29 January 2024 more: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-13018945/The-worlds-HIGHEST-ferris-wheel-600ft-attraction-built-South-Korea-dwarf-London-Eye-carry-1-400-people-once.html Probably will cost as much as a cedar point ticket to ride it.
March 25, 20241 yr top thrill 2 being tested — https://www.instagram.com/reel/C2neSACPbzs/?igsh=MXI1cTM5enNnZXRocg==
May 1, 20241 yr cedar point should revive this fun old timey throwback ride — 🎉 https://www.instagram.com/reel/C6BqGO-Aeje/?igsh=ejV1YjA1Z3Z5cnZ3
May 12, 20241 yr Welp that was quick! Cedar Point shuts down Top Thrill 2 Updated: May. 12, 2024, 4:07 p.m.| Published: May. 12, 2024, 11:29 a.m. https://www.cleveland.com/news/2024/05/cedar-point-shuts-down-top-thrill-2.html?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR0s9Ksz8rhtln0SAimCSHhAmRvPXjjPTnSOsXgPZ7YcpQ-M3aouv2JoEUk_aem_AfhWPNsA9jS0dZFiblBNUlqV3YjOKcDb3P0LY6N7QAMQYYjG5rdu1FbWbCnRt3BIgXiIcWimPRzi5ZJNjOl312HZ
May 13, 20241 yr It's a prototype so this isn't a surprise. "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
May 15, 20241 yr terrific photo of it -- World’s tallest and fastest triple launch rollercoaster forced to close — just days after opening By Adriana Diaz Published May 14, 2024 more: https://nypost.com/2024/05/14/lifestyle/tallest-fastest-triple-launch-rollercoaster-closes-days-after-opening/ The Top Thrill 2 takes guests along three high-speed launches between two 420-foot tall towers, with top speeds reaching 120 mph. Cedar Point
May 15, 20241 yr Current rumors are saying the wheels may need to be reengineered and it could be later in the summer, July-ish, until it reopens when they find and test a new option. It being a prototype as @ColDayMan mentioned from a company that doesn't have experience working on this level of coaster, it's not surprising but still a bummer. Hope they find a working solution soon!
May 27, 20241 yr it’s a cruel, cruel summer … 😂 https://www.instagram.com/reel/C7M2Q2Rveic/?igsh=Ymc3bW02ZWxuaDJn
July 7, 2024Jul 7 they finally did it — These two amusement park giants just merged. Rollercoaster fans are nervous By Nathaniel Meyersohn, CNN 5 minute read Published 12:00 PM EDT, Sat July 6, 2024 New YorkCNN — Six Flags this week completed an $8 billion merger with rival Cedar Fair to create the largest amusement park operator in the United States. Together, they operate 42 amusement and water parks across 17 states. The success of the deal will determine the future of these amusement parks, and diehard rollercoaster fans are watching carefully. Some are optimistic that the condition of Six Flags’ parks will improve. Others worry it will become more expensive to get into their favorite parks. Many amusement park fans are passionate about the parks’ design and history and notice the smallest of changes. For now, each park in the new company will keep its old branding and name. But fans fear the parks could lose their nostalgic elements and become a sea of corporate sameness. more: https://www.cnn.com/2024/07/06/business/six-flags-cedar-fair-merger-rollercoaster/index.html
July 7, 2024Jul 7 I'm really worried that Cedar Point will never get the resources to remain competitive when they are just one of 42 parks, especially when other parks can remain open all year round. Edited July 7, 2024Jul 7 by OH_Really
July 7, 2024Jul 7 1 minute ago, OH_Really said: I'm really worried that Cedar Point will never get the resources to remain competitive when they are just one of 42 parks, especially when other parks can remain open all year round. Yes time to beware of the Ivy league finance grads and their spreadsheets.
July 8, 2024Jul 8 To be fair, Ohio has the two largest seasonal amusement parks in the United States, both Cedar Point and Kings Island. Only Canada's Wonderland in Toronto has larger attendance for a seasonal park in North America. So if we're talking finance grads and spreadsheets, the two Ohio parks will be at the top of the list for "good stuff." I feel bad for Valleyfair, Michigan's Adventure, Dorney Park, Six Flags America, Six Flags Great Escape, Frontier City, Six Flags Darien Lake, and Six Flags St. Louis. They are likely screwed by this deal. "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
July 8, 2024Jul 8 10 hours ago, surfohio said: Cedar Fair unceremoniously killed Geauga Lake. Maybe this is karma? Well, both Six Flags AND Cedar Fair killed Geauga Lake. A warning to Michigan's Adventure! "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
August 1, 2024Aug 1 mayflies swarm cedar point — 😂 https://www.instagram.com/reel/C8AEAy6pjQA/?igsh=dmg1eGNlMzdwbDlz
August 19, 2024Aug 19 a big water spout off cedar point — https://www.instagram.com/p/C92pQhpsETw/?igsh=MTN1ZG03aGc3Njdraw==
August 19, 2024Aug 19 Congratulations to Cedar Point for being North America's highest attended seasonal amusement park in 2023 (4.05 million guests), finally beating Canada's Wonderland. https://aecom.com/wp-content/uploads/documents/reports/AECOM-Theme-Index-2023.pdf "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
August 24, 2024Aug 24 Cedar Point has confirmed that Top Thrill 2 will be closed for the rest of the season. They have been testing the ride at least a couple of times recently so here's to hoping it will be ready to go next year. https://www.cedarpoint.com/top-thrill-2-update
August 25, 2024Aug 25 And they threw Zamperla under the bus. "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
September 11, 2024Sep 11 Technical Behind the Scenes Tour at Cedar Point Oct 2, hosted by ISA (International Society of Automation) $25.00 Registration deadline is today! Sorry for the late notice, I just learned about this. I haven’t decided if I’m going yet, so please let me know if you want to go - that might influence my decision. I went to this tour about 5 years ago and they do a great job! Hey @ColDayMan @rollercoasterjoe https://checkout.square.site/merchant/WDE4Q6W4W2HGA/checkout/INQQ6KJAKE2ZLH4NLOBOMZZ4 Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at 3:45 PM - 6:30 PM EDT 1 Cedar Point Drive Sandusky, OH 44870 Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at Cedar Point, or how your favorite roller coasters, such as Millennium Force, Blue Streak, or Steel Vengeance, (just to name a few) operate? Ever wondered about all of the technology works together to keep you safe when you ride? Here’s your chance to join the ISA Cleveland and ISA Toledo Sections on a technical, behind the scenes tour of some of your favorite rides at Cedar Point, on Wednesday, October 2nd at 4:00 PM in the Hotel Breakers Parking Lot, 1 Cedar Point Drive, Sandusky, OH 44870. Dinner is included with the price of the tour. If you have any food allergies (e.g. gluten, dairy, nuts, etc.), please indicate them in the "Add a note for the seller" box at checkout. One (1) Technical Development Hour will be awarded by your section for those attending. Video and still photography is restricted. Due to safety concerns, please no children under 12, 1 child per adult attendee. Cedar Point is unable to accommodate guests arriving after 4 PM. Registration Deadline is 5:00 PM on Wednesday, September 11, 2024. When is the last time I-71 turned a profit?
September 11, 2024Sep 11 Thanks for the heads up. Sadly won't be able to make it but curious if any news about Top Thrill 2 will come out of it.
September 19, 2024Sep 19 In a surprise announcement, Cedar Point's 18th coaster is on its way for next season: Siren's Curse. Exciting to see the park working with Vekoma and hopeful in seeing what this relationship brings. Also interesting how the ride will be located not in the newly opening Snake River Falls area but across from Iron Dragon by the Marina. https://www.cedarpoint.com/new-in-2025 Paired with the *crosses fingers* reopening of TT2, next year should be an exciting one for America's Roller Coast. Edited September 19, 2024Sep 19 by rollercoasterjoe
September 19, 2024Sep 19 Maybe this belongs in a random questions thread, but taking family to CP tomorrow. I haven't been since before COVID/gold pass really took off. Any tips or tricks you'd recommend? My brother sent a thread that recommended kind of starting in the back and work forward but I'm sure some folks might have better tips. Obviously TT2 is out of the question but yeah, open to suggestions! Also - any good/rec'd breakfast spots between CLE and Sandusky? Here's the thread he sent over:
September 19, 2024Sep 19 3 minutes ago, GISguy said: Here's the thread he sent over: The guy moved his car halfway through the day? LOL
September 19, 2024Sep 19 The starting in the back and working your way forward is probably the best advice, especially since Steel Vengeance tends to get the longest lines. The new pavilion in the Boardwalk section of the park towards the front also has fantastic food and can get some good views up there of the sunset. Crowds can be hit or miss during Halloweekends so you might be able to hit a lot of the highlights quickly or still deal with long lines. The moving of the car I don't believe is necessary though haha. Breakfast wise I don't have any recommendations though I imagine there's something good in Vermillion or Huron. Hope you enjoy your visit!
September 19, 2024Sep 19 4 hours ago, Cleburger said: The guy moved his car halfway through the day? LOL Moved it twice! Even moving it once is very silly. When is the last time I-71 turned a profit?
September 19, 2024Sep 19 Why couldn't Cedar Point (Geauga Lake etc) offer something like this when I was still able to ride rides like this without destroying by back?? "In the souls of the people the grapes of wrath are filling and growing heavy, growing heavy for the vintage." -- John Steinbeck
September 20, 2024Sep 20 As a Cincinnati / Kings Island native I'm often jealous of Cedar Point, but this is too far. They didn't even get TT2 opened last year and we have a giant vacant hole where Vortex was and they still get to cut in front of us and get a cool new coaster while we get water slides?
September 20, 2024Sep 20 41 minutes ago, ucgrady said: As a Cincinnati / Kings Island native I'm often jealous of Cedar Point, but this is too far. They didn't even get TT2 opened last year and we have a giant vacant hole where Vortex was and they still get to cut in front of us and get a cool new coaster while we get water slides? To be fair, the past ten years, both parks added 3 thrill coasters and 1 family coaster equally. And Banshee, Orion, and Mystic Timbers actually WORK unlike TT2. So no need to get jealous; Kings Island generally does well overall compared to other parks getting stuff. If you want to NOT be jealous, look at Kings Dominion and their years of not getting anything but singing mushrooms until next year. "You don't just walk into a bar and mix it up by calling a girl fat" - buildingcincinnati speaking about new forumers
September 20, 2024Sep 20 1 hour ago, ColDayMan said: To be fair, the past ten years, both parks added 3 thrill coasters and 1 family coaster equally. And Banshee, Orion, and Mystic Timbers actually WORK unlike TT2. So no need to get jealous; Kings Island generally does well overall compared to other parks getting stuff. If you want to NOT be jealous, look at Kings Dominion and their years of not getting anything but singing mushrooms until next year. Oh I know we are spoiled in Ohio and Kings Island is still a great park. A couple years ago while I was complaining that our new giga coaster wasn't as good or long as I wanted it to be... the spoiled brat privilege became pretty obvious, but that doesn't make me any less jealous of this tilt coaster haha. In a couple years I'll just upgrade to the platinum pass and visit both parks throughout the summer but I need my kids to get like 4" taller.
September 21, 2024Sep 21 i even think the render video is going to get shut down for maintenance — 😂 https://www.instagram.com/reel/DAGkHYxRQ8c/?igsh=MTg3bzlpaTV6czY0MA==
September 23, 2024Sep 23 On 9/19/2024 at 11:46 AM, rollercoasterjoe said: The starting in the back and working your way forward is probably the best advice, especially since Steel Vengeance tends to get the longest lines. The new pavilion in the Boardwalk section of the park towards the front also has fantastic food and can get some good views up there of the sunset. Crowds can be hit or miss during Halloweekends so you might be able to hit a lot of the highlights quickly or still deal with long lines. The moving of the car I don't believe is necessary though haha. Breakfast wise I don't have any recommendations though I imagine there's something good in Vermillion or Huron. Hope you enjoy your visit! Worked out great, ended up getting 14 coaster rides in. A couple had absolutely zero lines (GateKeeper, Rougarou, Raptor) and we were able to get a couple rides in on those, back to back. MF was on and off a bunch throughout the day and they were running 2/3 trains but eventually they got all of them running by evening. Unfortunately Steel Vengeance was down all day, I'll ride it someday! My niece was shellshocked after MF but recovered relatively quickly after some time in Snoopytown lol. Ended up eating at Jordan's Restaurant and it didn't disappoint! And for the record, we didn't move the car lol And thinking of the new coaster, hopefully the hype video is as awesome as MF's was haha Edited September 23, 2024Sep 23 by GISguy
February 3Feb 3 First track piece of Cedar Point's newest roller coaster, Siren's Curse, put in place "Billed as the nation's tallest, longest and fastest tilt coaster, the attraction is themed after mysterious creatures living in Lake Erie and is situated across from the Iron Dragon coaster and near the Cedar Point Marina. The ride by Netherlands firm Vekoma features has a unique feature on the top of its 160-foot-tall lift hill where from the ground it appears the coaster encounters a broken track that trails off to nowhere. The coaster train then stops and tilts midair to connect to the track situated below." https://www.msn.com/en-us/travel/news/first-track-piece-of-cedar-point-s-newest-roller-coaster-siren-s-curse-put-in-place/ar-AA1ybIwo
April 5Apr 5 Cedar Point’s Sirens Curse Construction Update- April "Cedar Point is set to make history with Sirens Curse, the first-ever tilt coaster in the United States. Designed by Vekoma of the Netherlands, this technological marvel will take riders on a massive platform before tilting them into a vertical drop, sending them into a twisted tangle of airtime hills, high-speed turns, and inversions." Spring has arrived, and construction on Sirens Curse is progressing rapidly... About 75% of the track is installed, with the lift hill nearing its peak. Once topped out, the manufacturer will conduct final alignment checks and test the tilt track’s hydraulic functions. The tunnel’s been dug, featuring 700 yards of concrete at five feet thick. It sits 20 feet below ground, below Lake Erie, with measures in place to prevent water penetration. The station’s steel structure is being erected, and the second-floor concrete has been poured. A major milestone was installing the 90° drop from the tilt tower, a highlight of the ride’s layout. https://behindthethrills.com/2025/04/cedar-points-sirens-curse-construction-update/
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