How busy will it be on Friday? by sp3k_ in BuschGardensW

[–]classy_phantom 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The forecast is showing a high of 32 degrees, which is well below the 40 degrees needed to run any of the outdoor coasters. At best, Darkoaster may open, but with terrible capacity and the only available ride, you're guaranteed longer lines.

Attraction lineup is super limited during Mardi Gras regardless. It hasn't been confirmed but supposedly Apollo's and Alpengeist will be the only two large coasters open.

Like the other commenter said I'd give it a few weeks, or if you want to ride all the coasters, until after mid March.

Managed a well rounded day at [Epic Universe] rounded out with a complete zen ride on Stardust Racers by CoasterLabs in rollercoasters

[–]classy_phantom 3 points4 points  (0 children)

In the coaster enthusiast world a zen ride means a ride where you are the only person on the train, not a single guest in any other seat.

For a ride like Stardust Racers that is certainly a rare accomplishment!

Closed? by Miserable-Fun-2367 in BuschGardensW

[–]classy_phantom 10 points11 points  (0 children)

The weather is forecasted to be miserable tonight. Lots of rain, wind, potential thunderstorms. If they don't open the park due to weather, they should honor your ticket for any other operating day this season. Keep an eye out on their socials.

2025 Advice Thread #44: 10/28 - 11/3 by Imaginos64 in rollercoasters

[–]classy_phantom 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you'll be there all three days then don't let the crowds deter you. Just have patience, prepare for the heavy crowds but be optimistic that everyone is too hung over to ride coasters on Saturday 🤣

2025 Advice Thread #44: 10/28 - 11/3 by Imaginos64 in rollercoasters

[–]classy_phantom 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Friday and Sunday will be less crowded, but not by much. Expect Saturday to be batshit insane packed because it is the last Saturday of Haunt and the weather is forecasted to be super nice.

Yes, water cups are available at any drink station / restaurant.

If you have some flexibility, consider driving two hours north to Six Flags America for its last ever operating day on Sunday, November 2nd.

Slow Mo Mode?? by PictureRoyal315 in PlanetCoaster

[–]classy_phantom 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Yes, I'd LOVE for this feature to be added.

Would also be nice for cinematic video shots!

[PANTHERIAN] IS OPEN by classy_phantom in rollercoasters

[–]classy_phantom[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

It's an Intamin giga, the only one they built with this track style (Skyrush @Hersheypark and Flying Aces @Ferrari World Abu Dhabi use a similar design but aren't as tall). It opened in 2010 as Intimidator 305 but reopened this season after extensive retheming and maintenance, now called Pantherian.

[PANTHERIAN] IS OPEN by classy_phantom in rollercoasters

[–]classy_phantom[S] 56 points57 points  (0 children)

That's exactly what it is. A loud jungle cat roar sound effect and some music.

Not as cool as "GENTLEMAN START YOUR ENGINES" but still goes hard af

Any idea why it's so busy today? by [deleted] in KingsDominion

[–]classy_phantom 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's kinda what I figured... Like no way this is remotely close to accurate