The fact that there's more to do than coasters is usually the only way I can convince people to even take a look at going to SDC. People my age group don't necessarily like the Six Flags experience any more than you. SDC has done virtually nothing but focus on rides since 2001, so there's plenty for everyone to do.
Shave, the above comment reminded me of the very first time I visited SDC. We brought our church youth group thinking that they would really go for the thrill rides like Wildfire which had just opened at the time. The funny thing was that they spent most of their time (especially a couple of the boys) visiting the shops. It's a good reminder that it's not a good idea to pigeonhole demographic groups.
I, on the other hand, wouldn't have gotten within a mile of a ride like Wildfire at the time, but a year or two later rode TNT and that gave me the courage to try Wildfire, and I was hooked. So now, at 54, I love the thrill rides, the dark rides and the craftsmen & shops. About the only thing I miss about a park like Disneyland is the dark rides with the amazing special effects and theming like the Haunted House.
Of course I'm disappointed there's not going to be another amazing thrill ride with this addition, but I love the theming and think it's a big improvement over GG. Looking forward to being in the city tomorrow night and getting my first ride on Outlaw Run!
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