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Other Parks / Re: The Oasis at Lake of the Ozarks

« Last post by Swoosh on June 08, 2024, 12:57:34 AM »

They are both Vekoma

Blue is a Junior Boomerang and will be the same model as the one that was built at Kings Island
Yellow is a Junior Inverted and will be the same model as the one at Dollywood (Dragonflier)

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Construction/Rumors / Re: SDC’s 2024 Project(s) and Park Developments

« Last post by Swoosh on June 08, 2024, 12:55:33 AM »

There is construction near the entrance. It is where the rental tents have been since 2020. I’m guessing it is a new area for rentals.

This is just the next step in the parking lot / entry portal revamp. 
Look at what they did at Dollywood and you’ll get an idea of where they are headed

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Other Parks / The Oasis at Lake of the Ozarks

« Last post by mg on June 07, 2024, 07:44:13 AM »

Coaster construction has begun at the new theme park being built at Lake of the Ozarks.

Anyone know what makes and models they are putting in?

https://www.lakeexpo.com/real_estate/roller-coaster-construction-begins-at-the-oasis-new-lake-of-the-ozarks-amusement-park/article_2dfa3b8c-2450-11ef-b87f-7f466df79517.html

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White Water Discussion / Waikiki Wave

« Last post by colbrocol on June 05, 2024, 03:50:52 PM »

Forgive me for sounding dumb but just had a couple questions.This last weekend was my first trip to White WAter in close to 10-15 years. I know they took Bermuda Triangle out for Kapau but a couple things i noticed. Did they change the name from Raging River Rapids to Waikiki Wave to fit more of the hawaiian theme? And looking at the end pool of that slide. to the left of the tan slide it looks to be two indentions in the wall like old ride channels. Any ideas on if they redid those or just from an old slide. Thanks yall

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Other Parks / Re: New Park - American Heartland in NE Oklahoma

« Last post by shavethewhales on June 03, 2024, 09:34:56 AM »

Interestingly, they posted an apology on their social media regarding the delays and missed payments to FORREC and Crossland. They say they are moving forward and will resolve the issues.

They worded it pretty weirdly though with a backhand comment against people who are doubting them, lol. Definitely don't have a PR firm working with them yet. Best way to squash doubt is to actually get things moving.

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Other Parks / Re: New Park - American Heartland in NE Oklahoma

« Last post by DianaGail on June 02, 2024, 09:37:25 AM »

They need to drop this and focus on their current assets. Renovate the Mansion and fix the leaks in the roof. Make it a premiere destination that hosts more than 75 year old artists and dance competitions. Then move on to the film studio they are supposed to be opening. They have tried to bite off more than they can chew and it shows. Bicknell must have money he needs to spend. .

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Construction/Rumors / Re: SDC’s 2024 Project(s) and Park Developments

« Last post by History Buff on May 30, 2024, 04:11:23 PM »

I think the award is also for Theme Park - which Silver Dollar City does extremely well. Yes, they could use a nice long ride (hyper or giga) but the ones they have were top of their game when installed. But the main reason my family loves going to SDC over anywhere else is because there is something for everyone: Shows, Rides, Shopping, and Food. Also, the cave is pretty cool too.

Same reason my family loves to go to Busch Gardens, Sea World Orlando, Disneyland, etc. There is more to do than just rides, carnival games, and bad food.

I'm not 100% sure how SDC beats out Universal, or some Disney parks - but SDC does an excellent job campaigning for their park.

Jay

Agreed about what is offered.

As for Universal and Disney, the company machines are completely different. I can’t imagine that they really care about these awards.  You don’t need the endorsement of a non-scientific poll when you are already at the level everyone else can only dream of reaching and when you have the IPs and other supports to lean on.

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Construction/Rumors / Re: SDC’s 2024 Project(s) and Park Developments

« Last post by shavethewhales on May 29, 2024, 08:10:48 AM »

There is construction near the entrance. It is where the rental tents have been since 2020. I’m guessing it is a new area for rentals.

Yeah probably something related to either stroller/power chairs or group sales. They've needed a bigger, more permanent space for awhile. Still think they just need to just go ahead and rebuild most of the entrance/ozark marketplace area...

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Construction/Rumors / Re: SDC’s 2024 Project(s) and Park Developments

« Last post by cowboy on May 28, 2024, 01:57:13 PM »

I think the award is also for Theme Park - which Silver Dollar City does extremely well. Yes, they could use a nice long ride (hyper or giga) but the ones they have were top of their game when installed. But the main reason my family loves going to SDC over anywhere else is because there is something for everyone: Shows, Rides, Shopping, and Food. Also, the cave is pretty cool too.

Same reason my family loves to go to Busch Gardens, Sea World Orlando, Disneyland, etc. There is more to do than just rides, carnival games, and bad food.

I'm not 100% sure how SDC beats out Universal, or some Disney parks - but SDC does an excellent job campaigning for their park.

Jay

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Construction/Rumors / Re: SDC’s 2024 Project(s) and Park Developments

« Last post by KBCraig on May 27, 2024, 08:44:50 PM »

We are currently at Cedar Point for the 1st time in 17 years.  This further reinforces my opinion of how badly SDC needs a coaster that is a longer ride time.  We just got off Steel Vengeance, that coaster is so much crazier and feels like 3 times longer than Outlaw Run.  We love SDC and are every year season pass holders but it honestly is a bit laughable that SDC keeps getting the best amusement park award when compared to the much larger parks like Cedar Point

Cedar Point is strictly an amusement park. SDC started as, and primarily remains, a theme park. They've added some great rides over the decades, but they're never going to try to out-coaster any other park.