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[The Smiler] Construction Updates / Ride Speculation Part 2 *SPOILER FREE*
TheMan
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Re: [The Smiler] Construction Updates and Ride Speculation Part 2
Totally!
Also, the support structure is completely all over the shop, no comparing that to this is there really?
Courtesy Destination 360
Rocking horse poop is more frequent than me and BigAl disagreeing on here about coaster aesthetics, but hey, has to be an exception to prove the rule
Rob said:I think it's the spiral stairs on the Intamin version, they're horrendous!
Totally!
Also, the support structure is completely all over the shop, no comparing that to this is there really?
Courtesy Destination 360
Rocking horse poop is more frequent than me and BigAl disagreeing on here about coaster aesthetics, but hey, has to be an exception to prove the rule
Rob
TS Team
Re: [The Smiler] Construction Updates and Ride Speculation Part 2
In some cases:
However this shouldn't be a problem with The Smiler. Also it should probably be noted that Saw has not ever had to be evaced from the vertical lift with guests on board.
GaryH said:Slightly off topic, but, how does an evac work on a train stuck half way up a vertical lift hill?
In some cases:
However this shouldn't be a problem with The Smiler. Also it should probably be noted that Saw has not ever had to be evaced from the vertical lift with guests on board.
siralgenon
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Re: [The Smiler] Construction Updates and Ride Speculation Part 2
You get rescued by Spider Man ^^^
Rob said:GaryH said:Slightly off topic, but, how does an evac work on a train stuck half way up a vertical lift hill?
In some cases:
However this shouldn't be a problem with The Smiler. Also it should probably be noted that Saw has not ever had to be evaced from the vertical lift with guests on board.
You get rescued by Spider Man ^^^
Rollercoasters4Life
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Re: [The Smiler] Construction Updates and Ride Speculation Part 2
(Thanks to a friend of Hazbean of TTF)
(Thanks to a friend of Hazbean of TTF)
rightbackgranty
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Re: [The Smiler] Construction Updates and Ride Speculation Part 2
I'm sad to say that it is the latter that is true - I personally find it disgusting that it has thus far taken 19 years to complete this ride.
Still - good things come to those that wait - it is one beautiful looking rollercoaster. I don't know what its going to ride like but it is a sight to behold. Best looking Gerst out there?
Blaze said:
I'm sad to say that it is the latter that is true - I personally find it disgusting that it has thus far taken 19 years to complete this ride.
Still - good things come to those that wait - it is one beautiful looking rollercoaster. I don't know what its going to ride like but it is a sight to behold. Best looking Gerst out there?
KingNemesis
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Re: [The Smiler] Construction Updates and Ride Speculation Part 2
From Towers2Go
From Towers2Go
rightbackgranty
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Re: [The Smiler] Construction Updates and Ride Speculation Part 2
Glad to see that the Marmaliser is getting the embellishments as shown on the released artwork. It goes to show that a few random pipes can greatly improve the appearance and effectiveness of themeing. Plus, with the additions being added now, there is less risk of things being left off due to them running out of time after construction has finished.
Glad to see that the Marmaliser is getting the embellishments as shown on the released artwork. It goes to show that a few random pipes can greatly improve the appearance and effectiveness of themeing. Plus, with the additions being added now, there is less risk of things being left off due to them running out of time after construction has finished.
rightbackgranty
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Re: [The Smiler] Construction Updates and Ride Speculation Part 2
They've also put up a picture showing a completed dive loop. Construction has really come on in the 2-3 weeks that the park has been open.
They've also put up a picture showing a completed dive loop. Construction has really come on in the 2-3 weeks that the park has been open.
KingNemesis
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Re: [The Smiler] Construction Updates and Ride Speculation Part 2
From Alton Towers Guide
Check out the random dumbbell type things near the marmaliser base. Wonder what for? Tickler brackets maybe?
From Alton Towers Guide
Check out the random dumbbell type things near the marmaliser base. Wonder what for? Tickler brackets maybe?
rightbackgranty
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Re: [The Smiler] Construction Updates and Ride Speculation Part 2
I think they sit on the joints of the legs to form a "false" articular surface. Take a look at the flasher leg - I think thats where they sit.
Though they could be the bases for the tickler, good shout. Hard to say from this angle.
I think they sit on the joints of the legs to form a "false" articular surface. Take a look at the flasher leg - I think thats where they sit.
Though they could be the bases for the tickler, good shout. Hard to say from this angle.