Project 2017: InvadR
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I don't think you can use previous performance to predict in this case. There is new management up the chain, with new priorities. I believe there is pressure to open new rides with the park.
I get your point but Mako and Cobras Curse are being constructed and were beginning construction under new management, and Mako isnt opening until June.
I thought we were talking about the SEAS chain. I believe the opening of rides depends on how soon the coaster company ships the parts and how fast the construction workers a park hires put the ride together right.Nicole said:
Very much so. If the park stars grading and such soon, opening day could be a possibility. Otherwise, they might wait a while.
Okay thanks also I believe a couple pages back someone mentioned a park exec wanting to get rides ope earlier in the year. Another question is do you think they'll do a frst rider contest like they did for tempesto? I won that and rode it day before opening
Yes, I was referring to Joel Manby earlier, which refers to the whole chain. I think Cobra's Curse and Mako are irrelevant, as those were probably too far set in stone to bump up the opening date.
I am very hopeful, because to me, that is one of foremost points that Joel has made so far. It is a new idea to me, rather than a reiteration of old ideas, such as re-focusing their education mission.
I am very hopeful, because to me, that is one of foremost points that Joel has made so far. It is a new idea to me, rather than a reiteration of old ideas, such as re-focusing their education mission.
Eric said:
Mako isn't the only thing they are building. The entire 3-acre plaza where the ride's entrance will be located is under construction as well, so there'a lot more going on than just a new coaster.
BenWilkerson said:
There is no reason they couldn't have it done by opening day. After all, they did open a 4,882-ft long B&M hyper on opening day in 1999.
What could dictate InvadR's opening is GCI's workload for next year. I'm hearing they could have some other unannounced projects scheduled to open in 2017.
when do you think they will start construction? I would think they could start late october/early november or christmastown
I'd say we are looking at an April opening IF:
1.) VA winter is not absurd
2.) VA Spring doesn't act like absurd winter
3.) Testing doesn't yield delays like Lightning Rod at Dollywood
Otherwise it's gonna be a May baby.
1.) VA winter is not absurd
2.) VA Spring doesn't act like absurd winter
3.) Testing doesn't yield delays like Lightning Rod at Dollywood
Otherwise it's gonna be a May baby.
Bring Back Questor 87 said:
Considering the fact that Lightning Rod is a prototype launch coaster, and the issue with the ride is the launch itself, I don't think you have to worry about InvadR having an extended delayed opening. Plus, GCI delivers their coasters on time.
The plans stated that the clearing and concrete demolition start this month. I'm hopeful for an early opening.
Not a terrible idea. I can get some if I hit the park this weekend if no one of talent is going.
Timeline should line up with every other coaster the park has gotten in the past couple years. I'd expect land clearing to start mid-summer and vertical construction to start come Howl O Scream.