Park Journey
Menu

The Joker Construction Tour #2 at Discovery Kingdom

4/26/2016

0 Comments

 
Picture
Last Friday there was an awesome construction tour of The Joker at Six Flags Discovery Kingdom. Unfortunately we were able to attend due to work and Japan commitments (thanks Stephen ;) ). 

But never fear because the awesome Sean from California Coaster Kings was kind enough to send us some great pictures of the tour for us to share with you. Be sure to check out their awesome update from the tour here. 

All pictures courtesy of California Coaster Kings 
Written by Gregg Condon

Let's start off with some awesome concept art of the station. Looks very jokery. Still think it's odd that the rest of the area isn't getting a DC theme though. 
Picture
The big reveal during the tour was the awesome trains, and they do look awesome. 
Picture
Not Jared Leto was on hand to add a little fun to the event. 
Picture
Picture
As you can see a lot of work has been done so far on the station but there is still a long way to go. 
Picture
Let's move over to the track which looks to be getting closer to being done. And man, can you say Airtime? (go ahead, say it, especially if you are on the bus or something, just say it out loud. Airtime)
Picture
Vroooooom!!! 
Picture
This thing is just gonna go and keep going very fast until it doesn't go fast anymore at the end. 
Picture
Other than the lift you'd be hard pressed to find any straight track on this thing. 
Picture
Picture
More track to be added here 
Picture
Flippy Dippy Doo element (honestly have no idea what it's actually called but we'll stick with Flippy Dippy Doo)
Picture
A picture so nice we included it twice (seriously was going to delete one but where's the fun in that)
Picture
Picture
Hands up!!! 
Picture
And we'll leave you with a shot of the dippy dot element (the dippin dot guy named it)
Picture
Thanks again to California Coaster Kings for the awesome pictures. If you haven't yet be sure you give them a like and follow on all of their social media. 

We can't wait to ride this thing very soon. We'll let you know when we find out from the park about opening day. 

Related Updates: 
  • ​The Joker and Pacific Rim Update (February 2016)
  • Should a DC Universe theme come to Discovery Kingdom (January 2016)
  • The Joker Hard Hat Tour (January 2016)


If you enjoyed this update please share with your friends and make sure you "like" us on Facebook and "follow" us on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube. 

If you have any comments, please share them below
0 Comments

The New Revolution Opening Day at Six Flags Magic Mountain

4/21/2016

0 Comments

 
Picture
Today was the grand re-opening for The New Revolution at Six Flags Magic Mountain. Even though it's been open for passholders for awhile now today was the first "public" opening and Six Flags held a brief ribbon cutting ceremony. 

​We'll also take a look at the 2017 project and new waterslides for Hurricane Harbor. 

Welcome to Magic Mountain on a beautiful spring day. 
Picture
A small stage was set up just in front of the loop, that you can actually see now. So awesome!! 
Picture
The first riders were members of the local JROTC. 
Picture
Nice decorations on the stage. 
Picture
Bonnie, the parks manager takes the stage to make a few remarks. No 2017 hints however. =) 
Picture
The mayor and mayor pro tem of Santa Clarita also made a few remarks. 
Picture
Picture
After a short ceremony it was time to cut the ribbon and release the kracken ... errr, confetti. 
Picture
Picture
As well as some nice low level pyro
Picture
Picture
Picture
Picture
Some of the Six Flags team that made it all happen
Picture
Over in front of the ride some nice balloons were set up in the entry area. 
Picture
The line just prior to opening. After the ceremony they had to remove all the pyro so there was a bit of a delay. 
Picture
Might be hard to see, but even the queue rope is red white and blue rather than the typical yellow. Nice touch that honestly, 5-6 years ago you wouldn't have seen at SFMM. So kudos on that!! 
Picture
So the ride is officially open, we took 2 rides once it opened and experienced minimal stacking (maybe 30 seconds at most) and from what we could tell this was due to 1 or 2 people having issues with the headsets. 

So while it didn't seem today that the VR was causing delays the real test is going to be over the weekend and if they keep the staffing up for the ride.

​If you are going to the park this weekend be sure to be patient, get to the ride early, but most importantly, reach out to us and send us pictures and updates on operations. ;) 

Decided to head to the back of the park and look at where the 2017 project is going. They've added some fences around the area ... hope we aren't to blame for this. =) 
Picture
Picture
But if you are going to use a nearby vending machine you can still get a peek inside. =) 
Picture
Picture

Lastly, more slide pieces have shown up onsite and should be moving into the waterpark soon we'd imagine. 
Picture
Picture
Picture
Alright, that's going to wrap it up for our New Revolution coverage, not quite as extensive as Twisted Colossus last year but we are so happy to have this classic ride back the way God, er, Anton intended. 

If you want to ride Revolution with NO LINES be sure you register for our event coming up on June 5. We'll have ERT on The New Revolution, Backstage tours, Food and more. Click the picture below for all the details. 
Picture


If you enjoyed this update please share with your friends and make sure you "like" us on Facebook and "follow" us on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube. 

If you have any comments, please share them below
0 Comments

Six Flags Great Adventure - The Joker Update

4/19/2016

0 Comments

 
Picture
Over the weekend Chris headed out to Six Flags Great Adventure and took some pics of Joker as it gets ready for it's opening. 

The track is completed and the ride sign has been added as you can see below. We've also included the B-Roll the park sent us awhile back to refresh you all on the ride. 

Written by Chris Con
Are you ready for a whole bunch of different angles of the same ride? Then this is the update for you!! 
Picture
Picture
The Joker 4D
Picture
Look, slightly different shots for your enjoyment. 
Picture
Picture
Picture
The vertical lift hill and first "drop". 
Picture
Picture
Picture
The ride entry area
Picture
Looks like the ride should begin testing soon, the ride vehicles are on site and are being added to the track. 

When we hear of anything regarding opening dates we'll be sure to pass it on. 


If you enjoyed this update please share with your friends and make sure you "like" us on Facebook and "follow" us on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube. 

If you have any comments, please share them below
0 Comments

April 16th, 2016 SFMM update and 2017 Project Speculation

4/16/2016

0 Comments

 
Picture
We headed up to Six Flags Magic Mountain the other day to take a look at the all new white train on The New Revolution and to take a look around the park at what's maybe coming for 2017. 

We'll be back at the park on Thursday so we'll have more from The New Revolution then but for now let's take a look at the new train and some nice night shots from friend of the site Cody. 

But the bulk of today's update is going to be looking at the potential for 2017 and a nice video we put together discussing some things about that project. Not really "what" the project us (as we don't know) but the potential and what that might mean for the rest of the backside of the park. 

Written by Gregg Condon
Before we get started, don't forget to get your tickets for Mountain Madness 2.0. We've got a great day planned for you and you definitely don't want to miss it. Click the picture below for all of the details. 
Picture
The nice and shiny white train
Picture
If possible it was actually a bit smoother than the red train. So good to have this back. Took a nice front seat ride today without the VR. 
Picture
And despite rumors, we did confirm with the park there will not be a 3rd train. Just the Red and White. Too bad as a a Blue train would have filled out the connection quite nicely. 

How about a few night shots from our good friend Cody who was at the park last night. 
Picture
Picture
Picture
And lastly, a couple of gif files we created from video Cody sent us. Love the classic amusement park feel this gives off. 

via GIPHY

via GIPHY


Alright, enough of The New Revolution for now. We'll have more of that later in the week. 

​Our main update this week is looking at the 2017 project area and some speculation on not really the "what" is coming but what that means to the surrounding area. 
We'll start back at the Action Theater which has been completely removed. 
Picture
Lots of room here for "something" whether it's a Justice League dark ride or some other type of ride. 
Picture
Picture
Picture
Fences all around the area. Once they start building something it's going to be pretty obvious what's coming. 
Picture
Tidal Wave is closed, whatever is coming we have a feeling it's going to be DC themed. Let's hope this ride stays with a nice Aquaman re-theme. 
Picture
Picture

Elsewhere in the park, Grad Nights are coming. 
Picture
Picture
Picture
"It's peanut butter jelly time!" 
Picture
Season Pass previews for The New Revolution end on April 17. The ride will be closed April 18-20 and reopen on April 21 with the ribbon cutting at 11am. 
Picture
Total accidental almost awesome coaster shot. Didn't even notice the train coming down the first drop until I got home. =) 
Picture
Lastly, new slide pieces continue to show up on site. These are replacing the kid friendly slides at the front of the park on "Reptile Ridge". Not sure if it's also replacing the speed slides that are there as well, let's hope the middle slide is staying. That's the best body slide in the park. 
Picture
Picture
Picture
Alright, that's going to wrap it up for this update. 

Be sure to check out the video above and let us know what you think about our 2017 project speculation and if you think we're crazy or are making maybe a little bit of sense. 

​We'll be back up at the park on Thursday for the grand opening of The New Revolution and then on Friday we'll be at Discovery Kingdom for a tour of The Joker. 


If you enjoyed this update please share with your friends and make sure you "like" us on Facebook and "follow" us on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube. 

If you have any comments, please share them below
0 Comments

    Categories

    All
    2014 Attractions
    2015 Attractions
    2016 Attractions
    2017 Attractions
    2018 Attractions
    2019 Attractions
    2020 Attractions
    2021 Attractions
    Apocalypse
    Batman The Ride
    Battle For Metropolis
    Bugs Bunny World
    Colossus
    CraZanity
    Drop Of Doom
    Festival Del Terror
    Fright Fest
    Goliath
    Great Escape
    Holiday In The Park
    July 4th Fest
    Justice League
    La Ronde
    Maxx Force
    Mountain Madness
    Revolution
    Samsung VR
    Six Flags
    Six Flags Discovery Kingdom
    Six Flags Fiesta Texas
    Six Flags Great Adventure
    Six Flags Great America
    Six Flags Hurricane Harbor
    Six Flags Magic Mountain
    Six Flags Mexico
    Six Flags New England
    Six Flags Over Georgia
    Six Flags Over Texas
    Six Flags St Louis
    Six Flags Whitewater
    The Joker
    The New Revolution
    Total Mayhem
    Twisted Colossus
    VR Coasters
    West Coast Racers

    Archives

    April 2021
    March 2021
    February 2021
    January 2021
    December 2020
    November 2020
    October 2020
    August 2020
    March 2020
    February 2020
    January 2020
    December 2019
    November 2019
    October 2019
    September 2019
    August 2019
    July 2019
    June 2019
    May 2019
    March 2019
    February 2019
    November 2018
    September 2018
    August 2018
    July 2018
    June 2018
    May 2018
    April 2018
    March 2018
    February 2018
    January 2018
    December 2017
    November 2017
    October 2017
    September 2017
    August 2017
    July 2017
    June 2017
    May 2017
    April 2017
    March 2017
    February 2017
    January 2017
    November 2016
    October 2016
    September 2016
    August 2016
    June 2016
    May 2016
    April 2016
    March 2016
    February 2016
    January 2016
    December 2015
    November 2015
    October 2015
    September 2015
    July 2015
    June 2015
    May 2015
    April 2015
    March 2015
    February 2015
    January 2015
    December 2014
    November 2014
    October 2014
    September 2014
    August 2014
    July 2014
    June 2014
    May 2014
    April 2014
    March 2014
    February 2014
    January 2014
    November 2013
    October 2013

    RSS Feed

  • Home
  • Six Flags
  • Cedar Fair
  • Universal Studios
  • Disney Parks
  • SeaWorld Parks
  • Other Parks
  • Beyond The Parks
  • The Other Side of the Tracks
  • Industry News
  • Cruise Journey
  • Park Journey Shop
  • Theme Park Art
  • Past Updates
    • 2019 Updates
    • 2018 Updates
    • 2017 Updates
    • 2016 Updates
    • 2015 Updates
    • 2013 and 2014 Updates
  • Contact Us
  • Home
  • Six Flags
  • Cedar Fair
  • Universal Studios
  • Disney Parks
  • SeaWorld Parks
  • Other Parks
  • Beyond The Parks
  • The Other Side of the Tracks
  • Industry News
  • Cruise Journey
  • Park Journey Shop
  • Theme Park Art
  • Past Updates
    • 2019 Updates
    • 2018 Updates
    • 2017 Updates
    • 2016 Updates
    • 2015 Updates
    • 2013 and 2014 Updates
  • Contact Us