Canada's Wonderland announced Leviathan, a 306-foot B&M roller coaster

Jeff said:
I'm surprised no one mentioned the total lack of a mid-course block.

That's the best part!

No, you see, they just combined the mid-course and final brakes.

You could very well be right Raven.

Im not disputing any of those facts. Intamin has made many mistakes, and perhaps to receive bad representation from some enthusiasts. However, your disappointment is suggesting that Cedar Fair will never build another coaster from Intamin based on the mistakes they have made. Or did I read that all wrong?

Raven-Phile said:
No, you see, they just combined the mid-course and final brakes.

+1

I thought that was pretty obvious. "Where is the last 1/3rd of the ride?"

(I am poking fun of the design. Yes, I can accept it as is and understand why it is the way it is. It's still goofy to me.)

Raven-Phile said:
No, you see, they just combined the mid-course and final brakes.

Just like Millenium Force... since, the exit station is basically just another blocked section...

Plus, since this is supposed to be more speed orientated compared to Behemoth, having a mid break (or even a big helix) would be out of place. The ride basically covers as much land as possible (with tricks) in a minute

jonnytips said:

Just like Millenium Force... since, the exit station is basically just another blocked section...

For (friendly) argument's sake, Millennium Force is over 1,100 feet longer than Leviathan.

The talk about the cost of the coaster got me thinking; I would assume that track is much more expensive than support columns.

Either/any way, it still looks goofy at the end.

Does anyone know the name of the company employed to do those videos?

Jim Bobs Cheap Coaster Videos 'R' Us? ;)

Remember when we were talking about rides that have really unique features? Talking about the little hill or bump before the cobra roll on Kumba?

I keep looking at the track on Leviathan, how it has a small hill and dives to the left right before the first major airtime hill. Its a small feature but I think the sensation is going to be amazing. Its like Superman Ride of steel at DL. After the first helix, the train enters a straight run right into the third hill. I feel a really neat pop of airtime. It seems as though Leviathan is going to do almost the same thing, but at much higher speeds and towards a much bigger hill.

:)

All I know is that I finally have a reason to go back to CW next year.

^^^^ RoarsLoudly, the company you're looking for is Virtual Image Productions.

RoarsLoudly said:
Does anyone know the name of the company employed to do those videos?

I would assume that it's Virtual Image Productions, since he's generally a favorite around Cedar Fair (and much of the industry).

SFoGswim said:
^^^^ RoarsLoudly, the company you're looking for is Virtual Image Productions.

Thank you for your help. This is a legitimate inquiry and I FINALLY got a legitimate answer. Have a GREAT day!

Thanks Jeff!

Leviathan POV

Looks like a B&M. Rides like a B&M. Smells like a B&M. Must be a B&M! It does look nice, though... I'm sure people will love it. I wonder how much they payed for the searing soundtrack?

edit - and here are 3 off ride views, including in 3D! (had to turn off the 3D myself)

One disadvantage about it being B&M is the chain lift, seems like that lift will take forever.

^But on the upside, you have plenty of time to look around and you are simply "on a ride" longer. For lift hill enthusiasts, like me.

There's not many tall structures in the area. You should have a good view of the city.

^And some good views of some coasters!