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[sdcfan88]

I'm still astonished Flooded Mine has managed to outrun the Grim Reaper for as long as it has... I was positive years ago it was next.

[legoerosion]

I wonder how long they'll leave Thunderation SBNO before tearing it down, considering they aren't in a rush to year down the original FITH.

[tmstephe]

I wonder how long they'll leave Thunderation SBNO before tearing it down, considering they aren't in a rush to year down the original FITH.

I have no inside information, but I think the difference is visibility.  FITH is a large building in a "corner" of the park; TNT is clearly a ride visible from both Valley Rd and Time Traveler.  I think that makes a difference from a PR perspective.  I also imagine the 2029 project will need to go on the TNT side of the park for crowd management, unless they are really all in on expanding towards the resort, which makes sense but would take a lot of infrastructure work.

[jericho]

I wonder how long they'll leave Thunderation SBNO before tearing it down, considering they aren't in a rush to year down the original FITH.

I have no inside information, but I think the difference is visibility.  FITH is a large building in a "corner" of the park; TNT is clearly a ride visible from both Valley Rd and Time Traveler.  I think that makes a difference from a PR perspective.  I also imagine the 2029 project will need to go on the TNT side of the park for crowd management, unless they are really all in on expanding towards the resort, which makes sense but would take a lot of infrastructure work.

I always wondered what effect the cave has on TNT. It amazes me they built it so close. And now that Time Traveler is right up against it and it was mentioned that it is effecting the structure of TNT, I cant imagine SDC putting another coaster in the same spot. Also, they are apparently wanting to expand or redo the enterance so that could conceivably take some of TNT space. And also they may possibly use the area for back stage purposes.

[mg]

If not an outdoor coaster in the current TNT area, I could imagine a dark ride show building. You could somewhat hide a good size building below street grade there. The park could use another indoor all-weather ride.

[orangesandpeaches]

I could see something along the lines of Firechaser Express in TNT's spot, not terribly too intense but still big enough to write home about.

[Duelist]

If not an outdoor coaster in the current TNT area, I could imagine a dark ride show building. You could somewhat hide a good size building below street grade there. The park could use another indoor all-weather ride.

I always found that curious that they don't expedite a new indoor ride.  They know lines get really long at FITH and, to a lesser extent, the Flooded Mine in inclement weather.  Maybe it's hard to put a taller, quicker, record-breaking ride indoors but they need to get away from that mindset.  Not everything has to be "the only one of it's kind" to make people want to ride it. 

[hollijo]

I really wish this was something thrilling but it's not. Project 2027 is a DIRECT TNT replacement. This has been planned for the past 3+ years. Anyone who expects this to be on the same level of Time Traveler thrill wise is going to be disappointed. Obviously this will be marketed the entire family but this is not going to be a thrill machine or anything remotely close. It will be Thunderation's Mystic river falls with a first of its kind and some "family friendly" records broken. Herschened as a whole is pivoting entirely from Thrill to family and this will follow

The only "TNT Replacement" this ride will be is that they're both rollercoasters.  I guess you could make the argument it's replacing 1 for 1 but the REAL "TNT Replacement" is coming on 2029.  This ride was planned well before TNT decided to kick the bucket faster than expected.  TNT was expected to coexist with this new ride next season. 

Swoosh, thanks for being the voice for reason amongst all these new users adamantly trying to convince us of something other than what's obvious.  I appreciate what you contribute to this forum.

I guess in August when SDC makes the announcement you guys will finally see this is not a thrill machine and Insted a Thunderation replacement. But in the meantime believe what you want lol 

[Wildfire]

I really wish this was something thrilling but it's not. Project 2027 is a DIRECT TNT replacement. This has been planned for the past 3+ years. Anyone who expects this to be on the same level of Time Traveler thrill wise is going to be disappointed. Obviously this will be marketed the entire family but this is not going to be a thrill machine or anything remotely close. It will be Thunderation's Mystic river falls with a first of its kind and some "family friendly" records broken. Herschened as a whole is pivoting entirely from Thrill to family and this will follow

The only "TNT Replacement" this ride will be is that they're both rollercoasters.  I guess you could make the argument it's replacing 1 for 1 but the REAL "TNT Replacement" is coming on 2029.  This ride was planned well before TNT decided to kick the bucket faster than expected.  TNT was expected to coexist with this new ride next season. 

Swoosh, thanks for being the voice for reason amongst all these new users adamantly trying to convince us of something other than what's obvious.  I appreciate what you contribute to this forum.

I guess in August when SDC makes the announcement you guys will finally see this is not a thrill machine and Insted a Thunderation replacement. But in the meantime believe what you want lol 

I guess time will ultimately tell, but I'm fairly certain you are being misled by your "insider"

[hollijo]

I really wish this was something thrilling but it's not. Project 2027 is a DIRECT TNT replacement. This has been planned for the past 3+ years. Anyone who expects this to be on the same level of Time Traveler thrill wise is going to be disappointed. Obviously this will be marketed the entire family but this is not going to be a thrill machine or anything remotely close. It will be Thunderation's Mystic river falls with a first of its kind and some "family friendly" records broken. Herschened as a whole is pivoting entirely from Thrill to family and this will follow

The only "TNT Replacement" this ride will be is that they're both rollercoasters.  I guess you could make the argument it's replacing 1 for 1 but the REAL "TNT Replacement" is coming on 2029.  This ride was planned well before TNT decided to kick the bucket faster than expected.  TNT was expected to coexist with this new ride next season. 

Swoosh, thanks for being the voice for reason amongst all these new users adamantly trying to convince us of something other than what's obvious.  I appreciate what you contribute to this forum.

I guess in August when SDC makes the announcement you guys will finally see this is not a thrill machine and Insted a Thunderation replacement. But in the meantime believe what you want lol 

I guess time will ultimately tell, but I'm fairly certain you are being misled by your "insider"

Yup, time will tell! Going to be a very exciting time for the Park!

[Swoosh]

I guess in August when SDC makes the announcement you guys will finally see this is not a thrill machine and Insted a Thunderation replacement. But in the meantime believe what you want lol 

The announcement will be in September. If you're going to try to convince people online that you know something, it's best to at least use the correct (already confirmed) dates. 

*IF* I were someone looking for information (like what type of coaster and supplier), *I* would keep an eye on the import lists.  *I* would also keep an eye on the trademark clearing houses if *I* wanted to know what the ride was going to be called.  But that's just *ME*

You have your homework, class dismissed

[hollijo]

I guess in August when SDC makes the announcement you guys will finally see this is not a thrill machine and Insted a Thunderation replacement. But in the meantime believe what you want lol 

The announcement will be in September. If you're going to try to convince people online that you know something, it's best to at least use the correct (already confirmed) dates. 

*IF* I were someone looking for information (like what type of coaster and supplier), *I* would keep an eye on the import lists.  *I* would also keep an eye on the trademark clearing houses if *I* wanted to know what the ride was going to be called.  But that's just *ME*

You have your homework, class dismissed

I guess in August when SDC makes the announcement you guys will finally see this is not a thrill machine and Insted a Thunderation replacement. But in the meantime believe what you want lol 

The announcement will be in September. If you're going to try to convince people online that you know something, it's best to at least use the correct (already confirmed) dates. 

*IF* I were someone looking for information (like what type of coaster and supplier), *I* would keep an eye on the import lists.  *I* would also keep an eye on the trademark clearing houses if *I* wanted to know what the ride was going to be called.  But that's just *ME*

You have your homework, class dismissed

I guess in August when SDC makes the announcement you guys will finally see this is not a thrill machine and Insted a Thunderation replacement. But in the meantime believe what you want lol 

The announcement will be in September. If you're going to try to convince people online that you know something, it's best to at least use the correct (already confirmed) dates. 

*IF* I were someone looking for information (like what type of coaster and supplier), *I* would keep an eye on the import lists.  *I* would also keep an eye on the trademark clearing houses if *I* wanted to know what the ride was going to be called.  But that's just *ME*

You have your homework, class dismissed

Lol, glad you can tell its built by MACK. (something thats been known for the past 2 years)

[Swoosh]

As I've said numerous times, I only report what can be legally confirmed. 

Enjoy your day