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Hersheypark Announces Skyrush

Posted on August 2, 2011 by Mike

Hersheypark’s new airtime machine, Skyrush, was announced today at the park.  The 200 foot tall ride is the first of its kind to feature Intamin’s new 4 across semi-floorless seating.  More coverage to come!

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Six Flags Great America Announcement Coming Soon

Posted on July 30, 2011 by Mike

Six Flags Great America will be announcing their 2012 plans soon and have started to release a number of clues through their facebook page.  A number of rumors suggest that Iron Wolf will be relocated to Six Flags America and … Continue reading →

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New Inverted Coaster for Parc Asterix Construction Update

Posted on July 30, 2011 by Mike

Some new photos of Parc Asterix’s 2012 attraction are now online at PotionMagix.fr.  The new ride is looking amazing and most of the supports are now up.  Cannot wait to see this ride come together!

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Hersheypark 2012 Coaster Construction Update

Posted on July 16, 2011 by Mike

Keystone Thrills posted some new photos of footers going in for Hersheypark’s latest roller coaster.  Check them out here.

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Green Lantern Testing at Magic Mountain

Posted on June 25, 2011 by Mike

The new Green Lantern roller coaster at Magic Mountain has entered its testing phase for a planned July 1 opening.  After watching this video, make sure you remove all loose articles!  That water is spilling from the heads of those … Continue reading →

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Green Lantern and DC Universe Magic Mountain Update

Posted on June 14, 2011 by Mike

TheCoasterGuy.com has a fresh update of Green Lantern construction going on at Six Flags Magic Mountain.  With only about 2 and a half weeks to go until opening day, the ride’s large sign has been attached but the cars are … Continue reading →

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Dollywood Will Announce 2012 Attraction September 4

Posted on June 14, 2011 by Mike

Dollywood announced on Facebook today that they will be announcing their 2012 attraction during this year’s Boomsday festival.  There is still a lot of speculation about what kind of roller coaster they will be installing but many feel it will … Continue reading →

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Hersheypark 2012 Attraction Looking More Like a Giga Coaster

Posted on June 10, 2011 by Mike

A picture of the proposed layout for Hersheypark’s new roller coaster was released on the Theme Park Review Forum and it looks an awful lot like the new style Intamin Giga Coasters.  The footprint for the lift hill and first drop supports … Continue reading →

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Dorney Park Purchases Additional Land

Posted on June 10, 2011 by Mike

Cedar Fair has purchased 6.75 acres of land adjacent to Dorney Park in Allentown, PA.  This land is intended for expansion and the deal should close in 30-60 days.  Press Release after the break.

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Intamin Supports Show Up at Hersheypark

Posted on June 8, 2011 by Mike

Baby blue supports are now on-site at Hersheypark.  They appear to be the new style Intamin supports that were used on Intimidator 305 at Kings Dominion.  Earlier planning permission was sought for a ride “200-350 feet” high.  Could we be … Continue reading →

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