Originally Posted By brotherdave The opening of Cedar Point's new Maverick launch coaster has been delayed until at least June so that three pieces of track can be replaced. From a Cedar Point press release: Maverick Opening Delayed May 10th Media Preview Cancelled Sandusky, Ohio – Cedar Point announced today that the opening of Maverick, the park’s 17th roller coaster, will be delayed until early June to make modifications to the coaster’s steel track. The Media Preview of Maverick scheduled for Thursday, May 10 has been cancelled. The ride will not be in operation on Opening Day. The decision to delay the opening of Maverick was based on pre-opening tests and consultation with IntaRide, the manufacturer of the ride. Based on these discussions, it has been determined that three sections of steel track following the launch tunnel should be replaced. “We apologize to all of our guests for this inconvenience,†said John Hildebrandt, vice president and general manager of Cedar Point. “This decision was made in the interest of improving the guest experience on the ride and to eliminate excessive stress on the trains.†The modification process is already underway and the park hopes to open the ride by early June. Cedar Point will be open daily Saturday, May 12 through Labor Day, Sept. 3. It will reopen for a Bonus Weekend on Sept. 7-9 and seven HalloWeekends from Sept. 14-16 through October 26-28, 2007. Also, more info available on their website: <a href="http://www.cedarpoint.com/" target="_blank">http://www.cedarpoint.com/</a>
Originally Posted By wahooskipper If you want to see some good whining that rivals LP...head over to coasterbuzz.com or pointbuzz.com to see the reaction of coaster enthusiasts. It is priceless.
Originally Posted By Shadow wolf Heheheh...I have to agree with wahooskipper, CB and PB have a lot of CP fanboys that flip out over just about anything. Though I can't help but crack up at the ones that planned their trip based on the opening of the ride. You NEVER plan your trip based on a opening because there is always the chance of a delay! Anyone that remember's Test track's delay knows what I'm talking about.
Originally Posted By dshyates now the heartline loop that was causing the problem will be removed completely and replaced with a simple s-curve. the finished ride will have one less inversion and it was supposed to be the rides signiture move. Hmmm... I wonder if there will be some sort of litigation.
