New rides @ small parks
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CSLKennyNI
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Fort Fun Abenteuerland will open Germany's first Zamperla Air Race next year - Die Thunderbirds.
A loud thunder rumble sounds and fiery flashes tear a hole in the cloud front. But it is not a thunderstorm approaching, it is the wings of the mighty Thunderbirds that produce this sound, and the lightning fires from their eyes. With a mere thump of their powerful wings, they are able to ignite whole storms. In Indian mythology, the Thunderbirds are the rulers of the sky world. It is said that one should not anger the wrathful creatures, but that a select few should be able to connect with them and rule the heavens together.
Visitors can look forward to a truly extraordinary driving experience, and find out if they are perhaps the chosen ones with whom the Thunderbirds want to dominate the thunderstorms. The ride with eight arms, each with a gondola for two people, puts its guests in the air with an acceleration of up to 3G. Each of the eight gondolas represents a mighty Thunderbird. Since these birds like to fly clockwise and counterclockwise through storms and thunderstorms, they can be quite challenging, so they do not lose their orientation. The Thunderbirds are not easy to conquer. But maybe they are willing to give the brave visitor a great ride through the skies. This spectacle, accompanied by a rumbling soundtrack, is not only exciting for the flying guests, but also those who prefer to watch from the outside, as the thunder birds perform true aerobatics. The Air Race combines special driving pleasure with an extra thrill factor, something that the Italian manufacturer Zamperla stands for, as well as the special ability to breathe life into the attractions.
However, the new ride is not the only thing visitors can expect at FORT FUN from May 2019 on, resulting in a new Indian theme area, the Indian Valley. "The American continent and its history are the theme of our park, but in recent years our visitors have been able to discover very little about the aborigines, and we want to change that," explains Managing Director Andreas Sievering. "The Thunderbirds will find their place right in the middle of the park, between the Dark Raver and the WILD EAGLE, both of which are attractions designed around Native American myths," continues Sievering. "The entire area now has a central focus, making it much more attractive to our guests." At a cost of around € 1 million, this is the largest investment in a new attraction in over ten years. "It is important to us to preserve our classics and the charm of the park, which is proven by the investments made in recent years. But now it was just time for a great new novelty for our guests, "says a delighted Sievering.
Since May 2017 the FORT FUN Abenteuerland belongs to the Looping Group. Already in the first years of ownership, the group has invested a lot in the park and its infrastructure. For example, this year the entire western town has been renovated. It is important for the Group to first invest in the existing infrastructure of its parks and to optimize these and then to expand the offer to suit the target group. Now, after a good two years of renovation, the guests and employees of the FORT FUN can look forward to the first big new attraction.
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A loud thunder rumble sounds and fiery flashes tear a hole in the cloud front. But it is not a thunderstorm approaching, it is the wings of the mighty Thunderbirds that produce this sound, and the lightning fires from their eyes. With a mere thump of their powerful wings, they are able to ignite whole storms. In Indian mythology, the Thunderbirds are the rulers of the sky world. It is said that one should not anger the wrathful creatures, but that a select few should be able to connect with them and rule the heavens together.
Visitors can look forward to a truly extraordinary driving experience, and find out if they are perhaps the chosen ones with whom the Thunderbirds want to dominate the thunderstorms. The ride with eight arms, each with a gondola for two people, puts its guests in the air with an acceleration of up to 3G. Each of the eight gondolas represents a mighty Thunderbird. Since these birds like to fly clockwise and counterclockwise through storms and thunderstorms, they can be quite challenging, so they do not lose their orientation. The Thunderbirds are not easy to conquer. But maybe they are willing to give the brave visitor a great ride through the skies. This spectacle, accompanied by a rumbling soundtrack, is not only exciting for the flying guests, but also those who prefer to watch from the outside, as the thunder birds perform true aerobatics. The Air Race combines special driving pleasure with an extra thrill factor, something that the Italian manufacturer Zamperla stands for, as well as the special ability to breathe life into the attractions.
However, the new ride is not the only thing visitors can expect at FORT FUN from May 2019 on, resulting in a new Indian theme area, the Indian Valley. "The American continent and its history are the theme of our park, but in recent years our visitors have been able to discover very little about the aborigines, and we want to change that," explains Managing Director Andreas Sievering. "The Thunderbirds will find their place right in the middle of the park, between the Dark Raver and the WILD EAGLE, both of which are attractions designed around Native American myths," continues Sievering. "The entire area now has a central focus, making it much more attractive to our guests." At a cost of around € 1 million, this is the largest investment in a new attraction in over ten years. "It is important to us to preserve our classics and the charm of the park, which is proven by the investments made in recent years. But now it was just time for a great new novelty for our guests, "says a delighted Sievering.
Since May 2017 the FORT FUN Abenteuerland belongs to the Looping Group. Already in the first years of ownership, the group has invested a lot in the park and its infrastructure. For example, this year the entire western town has been renovated. It is important for the Group to first invest in the existing infrastructure of its parks and to optimize these and then to expand the offer to suit the target group. Now, after a good two years of renovation, the guests and employees of the FORT FUN can look forward to the first big new attraction.
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CSLKennyNI
Giga Poster
Conny Land in Switzerland has bought a RES rollerball coaster just like Schwaben Park's Wilde Hilde (aka the vertical chicken coaster).
CanobieFan
Strata Poster
Ride clearly shown in action....... OTSR clearly shown...... open.... on multiple cars
CrashCoaster
CF Legend
Can the mid-course really stop the train with only 3 pairs of brakes?
Matt N
CF Legend
According to RCDB, Fiabilandia in Italy is receiving a new coaster "for the whole family" for next year: https://rcdb.com/16733.htm
Not sure what sort of coaster it'll be currently.
Not sure what sort of coaster it'll be currently.
Thekingin64
Strata Poster
As reported to RCDB by yours truly, Cyclone at Barry Island is now open! Also filmed a POV which'll be up on YouTube soon!
https://rcdb.com/16547.htm
EDIT: Videos now live on Youtube!
Cyclone Onride:
Dragon Challenge Onride:
Dragon Challenge offride + rollback:
Cyclone offride:
https://rcdb.com/16547.htm
EDIT: Videos now live on Youtube!
Cyclone Onride:
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Lori Marie Loud
Giga Poster
Thekingin64
Strata Poster
It is, was told that by the ride op himself. Plus check my video description and the RCDB listing for both Dragon Challenge and Beastie.....
CrashCoaster
CF Legend
Anyone know what kind of coaster this will be?
Pear
Strata Poster
It's gonna be a giga for sure
Lori Marie Loud
Giga Poster
It's likely that red Chance coaster whose track was spotted heading down the interstate.
elephant58
Hyper Poster
What are the chances of maybe a small Eurofighter or something?
Matt N
CF Legend
It could be! If Casino Pier could afford one, then I'd imagine Clarence Pier could!
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witchfinder
Giga Poster
Highly doubtful.
This isn't Clacton Pier, this is Clarence Pier, near Portsmouth.
Either way, you're being incredibly optimistic if you think any Pier in the UK draws enough visitors to warrant them investing in something like a Eurofighter. It'll almost certainly be something second hand and pretty **** I'm sure.
