It's official - KD is actually opening this year!
There weirdly isn't: it's missing from the space where Carowinds' Rides tab is located.
Its absence was a little conspicuous, admittedly, but it might be an issue of waiting to gauge interest in the event to see if it's worth it? (I wondered if it was an issue of space, and they weren't planning on opening that back section of the park?)
They are saying 16 rides open, which IIRC is pretty close to how many are usually open for Winterfest. I'd imagine it would be more than just Dominator being open.
I really think a lot of those 16 are Planet Snoopy rides.
I still think that at least one more coaster should be open. Also shouldn’t there be a thread for the event.
Usually they close off about half of Planey Snoopy, though I can't remember the exact number of rides open there (I think it's around 7 or 8).
So let’s say 8 planet snoopy rides plus Dominator, TT, and some flats in CAG and OV. I mean that would work just about perfectly.
I figured since we know the name and know it's happening, it'd be good to start a dedicated thread.
I definitely find TT’s absence a bit odd considering it would be the biggest draw for the park.
I'm wondering if it's an issue with the COVID logistics as it pertains to loose articles? Combine with the lower capacity—they don't need to separate rows on Dominator, going by the standard set by BGW with Apollo's/Griffin not needing to leave empty rows—maybe it just isn't worth the hassle of trying to operate within the restrictions.
The new EO doesn't require 6 feet of separation on the ride so they could have TT go every row if lines are going to be an issue. They could also do timed passes if they decide to go every other row to manage the queue.
The other alternative is to go with Racer 75 which opens up a lot more capacity if they go with 2 of every 3 rows filled per car and both sides running.
The other alternative is to go with Racer 75 which opens up a lot more capacity if they go with 2 of every 3 rows filled per car and both sides running.
