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Blackpool Pleasure Beach | Icon | Mack Multi-Launch

First time in several years now that I've seen adverts for BPB on national tv (just now on Dave, not the first time either) which is great to see because it's been a while since they had a national campaign afaik.

But it's only about cheaper wristbands and literally nothing about Icon at all WHHHHYYYYYY?!
 
That does seem a bit counterproductive, but maybe they're just trying to drag their brand back into relevance a bit and will promote Icon (hopefully not just on Dave) when it's open to try and inspire last minute-ish trips? I can't imagine many people down south seeing an advert for a new coaster now and planning a 5 hour trip to ride it in a month.
 
But it's only about cheaper wristbands and literally nothing about Icon at all WHHHHYYYYYY?!
I would guess everyone who knows about Icon is holding off going, so they're trying to reach the folks who don't know in order to boost attendance.
 
Looking at the way the back of the train gets whipped over the top of the first airtime time I'm expecting some very decent airtime! I know I'll be heading towards the back of the train when I finally ride it.
Me too however mainly because I'm a lard arse and need a big boy seat....

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Looking at the way the back of the train gets whipped over the top of the first airtime time I'm expecting some very decent airtime! I know I'll be heading towards the back of the train when I finally ride it.
Me too however mainly because I'm a lard arse and need a big boy seat....

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Heading there myself tomorrow, just to check up on things and take a few photos. Looking forward to hearing the soundtrack on location tomorrow, it should be playing in the shop.

Feel free to say hello, I’ll probably be on the bridge with a drink watching Icon test!
 
^I might bump into you. Look out for a teen in a Marvel t-shirt and jeans and it will likely be me. I wonder if Icon's general areas/pathways will be open tomorrow.
 
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I am going to be filming a documentary about Mack Rides for my uni project. I will be there on opening day, so if any of you would like to be interviewed (discussing icon, mack rides and being an enthusiast etc) make sure to come and meet me, I will be around icon for most of the day. I give give further details soon if anyone is interested.
 
Credit to Club Pleasure Beach Experience Facebook page for this image taken today. Really impressed with how this area is coming together. Just want to see the station finished now!

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So with the shop now officially open, here is a full picture update by Theme park Updates on Facebook:-

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Sadly, there was no testing today but I am greatly looking forward to this ride now. Less than 3 weeks to go!
 
Thanks @ATI

The ride itself looks fantastic IMO, better than I thought it would. Also nice to see some good looking merchandise, although I still wish they would call it something else. And when did it start having a Japanese (?) aesthetic?
 
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