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Attraction Type
Roller Coaster
Attraction Status
Existing
Attraction Manufacturer
Bolliger & Mabillard
Attraction Model
Surf Coaster
bill s said:
I started saying the B&M standups should be converted to vest restraint standups after riding Firebird. (though a conversion would need to be 3 wide).

Standing can increase intensity and vulnerability -- make you feel like it could fling you off. Unfortunately I don't know of any B&Ms that feel like that, but Shockwave did. Shockwave was also an appropriate size (and simplicity) to need the intensity.

Headbanging is a definite negative on all B&M standups, which should be eliminated by vest restraints. Neck/jaw banging should be eliminated by non-Togo restraints. Hopefully B&M will finally see fit to include movements suited to standing, such as airtime. Launching should be good.
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One thought I had when I saw this was that this could actually be B&M getting closer to what the TOGO stand ups were like -- and I sincerely welcome that. I honestly really enjoy stand up coasters and I loved all 3 of the Paramount TOGOs a lot but the B&Ms just have a headbanging issue that makes them hard for me to ride. These restraints could very well be a revival of the stand up -- as long as people look at them with an open mind. Too often preconceived notions ruin something in this industry.
 
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Hmm. Between this opening in 2023, and my finances a little slimmer than I thought this year, I might have to put off my Florida trip. Unless Kumba is to be removed after this year, I don't want to miss out on an iconic ride.

I always felt B&M's stand-ups and older inverts didn't do anything that couldn't be done with a regular sit-down. Alpengeist had the theming, Great Bear had the unique support requirements, but only around Talon and Silver Bullet did they start doing maneuvers that showcased what an inverted position could do better. Maybe this coaster will be the best stand-up and show the world what a stand-up can do better.
 
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I’m an idiot. Lol. Posted something that’s been posted.

Anyways. Will be in Orlando in May next year. Looking forward to this.
 
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Midway Mayhem

***BREAKING*** SeaWorld Orlando's new 2023 roller coaster has officially gone vertical! The first support pieces for the stand-up Surf Coaster are in and it looks great!
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They have gone vertical!
 
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Dave / Pink said:
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This. It's super easy to see in the Maintenance Bay section of my Project Penguin article:

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BGWFans Leaks SeaWorld Orlando's Project Penguin – BGWFans

Hey you—yeah, you. I know you’re probably planning to skip past all this text as you go lookin’ for photos and videos. Though I’d certainly prefer that you read the whole piece, I know it’s fairly likely that you won’t. With that in mind, before you get goin’, could I ask for just a couple […]
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Sorry to bump the thread but would anyone know if the park or anyone is streaming the 2023 announcement live?
 
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