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4/2/2021

Six Flags Magic Mountain Opening Day 2021

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Yesterday I headed up to Six Flags Magic Mountain for their first day of daily operations in over a year. It was great to be back in the park, I saw some very encouraging things and overall had a really fun visit. 

In this update I'll share some of my thoughts on the park, covid protocols and what you can expect if you'll be visiting the park in the near future. 

Written by Gregg Condon
I arrived about 10:10 for my 10:30 reservation. I wasn't hopeful when I saw this, but they opened parking about 10:15 and I was in the park by 10:30. 
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I did a full walk around of the park and commentary on my day. Be sure to check it out on our YouTube channel. 
The queue for the temperature check and security. They ARE checking reservations. I saw somebody with a reservation for Sunday get turned away. So please, make sure you show up at your reserved time. 
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Lots of signs around the park and even outside the park. I found the completely touch-less temperature check and security to be a breath of fresh air and I hope all of the parks go this route. Not only does it give people a great first impression, but it's so fast and easy. 
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They currently have only 2 of the new security check devices, but you literally just walk through it. There was zero wait. 
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We missed you too!! 
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Lets head into the park
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Absolutely zero wait at the gate. If you have a new pass they'll give you your pass card here. 
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It felt great to walk through these gates. 
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Lots of "rest" and food area's where you normally wouldn't see them. 
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I headed for Revolution first, figured I needed to start on something "easy" after a year of no riding, plus I absolutely LOVE Revolution 
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Social Distancing, cleaning and loading every-other row! 
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About to ride my first coaster in over a year. Tell me you can't see a smile through a mask! 
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It was a beautiful (and slightly warm) day
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Heading over to Full Throttle. This was pretty much as empty as I saw the walkways all day. 
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20 minutes after park opening, lots of cleaning already going on! 
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A reminder, the stickers on the ground are there for a reason. Use them! 
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Not even exaggerating, I must have seen 100 sanitizer bottles throughout the day. It's amazing to see. 
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Social distancing FTW! 
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After a nice back-seat ride on Full Throttle it was time to grab a bite to eat. 
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I tried to do the mobile ordering at Wascals, but they were having some issues. No biggie, these are the kinds of things to expect after a year of the park not being open. 
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I had to ride Road Runner Express because I was wearing a Vekoma hat. And it's the only Vekoma in the park. 
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More seating locations where there aren't normally seating locations! 
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DO THE SIX!! 
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Batman was closed, it is apparently getting some new paint. 
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All of the Green Lantern stuff is still here, will be shocked if the new coaster doesn't use this as the entry/station/queue. 
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Don't see any panting yet 
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Social distancing markers in the games area too! 
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I know I sound like a broken record with all the dining area's, but seriously, it's impressive how prepared the park is. 
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If rumors are true, Tidal Wave isn't going to be around much longer. 

I do think the park needs more than 2 water rides, so hopefully they'll get some kind of splash battle or something in the next couple of years. 
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Some pics of Riddler's in action, because why not. Click to see larger views of each. 
Justice League was closed when I walked by, but apparently opened later in the day. 
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More seating! 
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Gold Rusher was also closed when I went by, but did open later. 
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The Underground was definitely the most popular area when I was at the park. 
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After a quick water/mask break I had to take a ride on West Coast Racers
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From this angle I didn't think people were social distancing, but they actually were. So yay! 
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The park has gone to 100% mobile/card payments, but you can actually convert cash to a card at kiosks around the park. Really great idea!! 
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So overall I had a really great day at the park. There were some technical issues, but it's to be expected after the park has been closed over a year. I mean, you wouldn't try to start your car after a year and expect there to be no issues. Right? 

So just be prepared for ride down time and slower loading times due to cleaning and distancing. 

All that said, there are a few things I would like to see changed. Namely, more drink locations. Again, they are still re-staffing, but with the heat and masks it would have been nice to have more places to just get a drink vs having to wait in line. 

But that's small compared to all the good at the park. 

Kudos to Six Flags and the park staff for taking all the precautions they did. It's so great to have the park open and I can't wait to go back soon. 

Related Videos

Related Updates
  • Cruis'n The Park Car Show at Six Flags Magic Mountain - February 28, 2021
  • Holiday In The Park Drive-Thru Experience at Six Flags Magic Mountain - November 25, 2020
  • Six Flags Magic Mountain Project 2021 Update - February 21, 2020
  • West Coast Racers Media Day Update - January 7, 2020
  • Six Flags Great America Maxx Force Media Day - July 3, 2019


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2/3/2020

Six Flags Magic Mountain Update - February 3, 2020

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Happy Monday Park Journey Readers, we hope you had a fantastic weekend. Of if you're a 49ers fan like me, hope you're doing ok this morning (I am, thanks for asking). 

Today we have an update from Six Flags Magic Mountain where we check out the rumored 2021 attraction location. We also finally have our last look at The Underground as the Speed Store is now officially open and the area appears to be completed. Let's head in for some fun! 

Written by Gregg Condon
It was a beautiful day at the park.

My normal plan was to come for a couple of hours to take my mind off the game, but as an added bonus, my friend Chris was making his first ever visit to the park. So it was nice to join in with Chris and his friend Blake for a bit and ride some rides!! I will also add, it's always nice to see parks through fresh eyes. We get kind of jaded on our own parks, but it's cool to see them through somebody who's never been. 
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After a quick ride on Full Throttle and Goliath, I noticed they have a queue now for the Fish & Chips. I'm sure they've been here for awhile, but honestly, with West Coast Racers I don't think I've actually been to this area of the park since November. 
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The park was delightfully empty. 
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Last week Screamscape reported a rumor about a possible 2021 attraction replacing Tidal Wave. A Mack Power Splash. But this one would have a loop. 
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So, we figured we'd look to see if we could find anything. 
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The rumor of Tidal Wave's demise has been going around for at least a decade, but honestly, given the prime real estate and the fact that it's hardly ever open, it may actually be true this time. 
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We'll definitely keep an eye out over the next few months. If they do build something here, and it's DC themed, hopefully they'll actually connect DC Universe and Metropolis. 
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Heading over to The Underground, it looks like the area is finally complete. 
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The "at Six Flags" is new since media day. 
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As is the sign for the Pacific Speedway. Looks nice. 
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Some cool posters that I forgot to take a closer look at as I was leaving. 
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The Speed Shop wasn't open for us during Media Day, but it was yesterday. 
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Here's a look at all of our videos of The Underground we've taken over the past few months, including a land overview, the Speed Shop from yesterday and even the Candy Shop from the first day it was open last year. 
Some cool looking merchandise. 
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Not even sure Universal has Fast & Furious merchandise. 
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Cool looking shirt. 
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California Love. 
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This also wasn't here for Media Day. 
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Have to admit, the crew was really crushing it. Dispatches were very fast. 
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Alright, that's gonna wrap it up. This is generally the time of year where our Six Flags Magic Mountain Updates ramp up, but since there is no construction going on this year I honestly can't tell you when our next one will be. 

Probably in a month or so unless anything major pops up. 

Thanks for reading as always!! 

Related Videos:

Related Updates: 
  • West Coast Racers Media Day Update - January 7, 2020
  • Holiday in the Park and West Coast Racers Update - December 10, 2019
  • ​Festival Del Terror at Six Flags Mexico - October 3, 2019
  • Six Flags Magic Mountain West Coast Racers Tour - July 19, 2019
  • Six Flags Great America Maxx Force Media Day - July 3, 2019


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1/7/2020

West Coast Racers Media Day at Six Flags Magic Mountain - January 7, 2020

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It's finally here!! 

Well, on Thursday. West Coast Racers is finally opening to the public and we were invited out today to experience Media Day which including getting to the park super early in order to fill some seats for the "big guys". As well as getting a reverse POV, lots of awesome off-ride footage and many, many pictures. 

​Let's head right in for some fun!! 

Written by Gregg Condon
Good Morning from Six Flags Magic Mountain!! 
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My day started off with sitting on West Coast Racers for about an hour. Not a bad way to start the day. It was pretty chilly!! 
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They've added a LOT more themeing since the previews. The garage looks like, well, a garage now!! 
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After sitting on the ride I decided to get off and get some sunrise footage of the ride, because let's be honest, sunrise coaster rides are awesome and all too rare. 
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Including a time-lapse of the area and coaster. 
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Some really cool details, even on the turnstile. 
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They've done a really great job with the rest of The Underground. The store wasn't open for us today, we'll do a walk-through next time we're at the park. 
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A walk-through of The Underground and some off-ride footage of the ride. 
54" is pretty appropriate for this ride! 
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Look!! Established 2019!! So there!! =) 
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They've really done a great job plussing The Underground in the past few weeks. 
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Even the Go Kart loading area looks great! 
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I spliced together two pics for this one, because I think it looks cool. 
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The ride is incredibly photogenic
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We also got some awesome Reverse POV, POV video and Drone Footage!! We love the way this turned out. Shout out to Gabe from Theme Park Duo for riding with me. 
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And of course, we now have an official POV of the ride!! 
Vroom Vroom 
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They've also added some Fabrication and Paint department videos 
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More photos of the ride in motion 
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The Mr Six Bus belongs here!! 
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A few more pics of the ride in action
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So what did I think of the ride? Well, if anything I love it more than I did when we did this review during the previews!! 
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West Coast Racers officially opens this Thursday (January 9th). We won't be there opening day, but if you will be, tag us in your pics and we'll retweet them!! 

Related Videos:

Related Updates: 
  • Holiday in the Park and West Coast Racers Update - December 10, 2019
  • Six Flags Magic Mountain West Coast Racers Update - November 10, 2019
  • Festival Del Terror at Six Flags Mexico - October 3, 2019
  • Six Flags Magic Mountain West Coast Racers Tour - July 19, 2019
  • Six Flags Great America Maxx Force Media Day - July 3, 2019


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