Hercules Remembered
I don't think that anyone has bashed you around here for what you said... you started a thread about Hercules and how much you will miss it, which is a very respectable thing. When the coaster that I rode as a kid (the very same coaster that made me an enthusiast) got torn down, I was saddened by it... it is possible to have some kind of feelings for an inanimate object, and therefore it is possible to mourn the loss of it. But since you expressed your opinions in a forum that is built greatly upon the opinions of individuals, you can't expect everyone to feel the same way, and you can't get on their case if they express as much animosity towards the ride as you express appreciation.
I'm not saying its right- this should have been a Hercules "love thread", but when you have a website that depends upon the opinions of the thousands of people that contribute to it, you are bound to get people who agree with you, people who disagree with, and people that will say anything just to be obstinate. You have to take what they say with a grain of salt, because if you succumb to their efforts to piss you off, then you wind up feeding the trolls.
You have done what you feel is right, in light of Dorney's announcement- you initiated a (mostly) intelligent conversation about a coaster that gave you enjoyment. If anything, you've raised awareness of the coaster and perhaps have allowed others to see something that they didn't see before. Be happy with that.
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-Rob
A.C.E. member since 1990
Posting @ Coasterbuzz since 2000
E.C.C. member since 2002
My point all along is that it seems he has a hard time accepting other people's viewpoints of Hercules. I'm glad he loved the coaster and it brought him joy...that's what our hobby is all about. But his stance seems to be "I loved it so anyone who says it's crap is wrong."
I have the opposite problem with Timbers. I rode it...it was fun...but it wasn't all that. When people find out I don't have it ranked in my Top 10 [or Top 20, or Top 30] they go ballistic, as if I must be committing some sort of sin. The difference is that I don't take what they say personally. I can easily see why someone would rank Timber highly. So why does it seem Dante can't see why some wouldn't think highly of Herc?
mOOSH
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*** This post was edited by Word 9/18/2003 6:34:02 PM ***
Wouldn't it be cool if the DP auctioned off the train cars to the highest buyer? I think it would be awesome having one of the Herc train cars as a lawn ornament. =)
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Who actually invented the rollercoaster anyway? Whoever did must've had quite a trip!
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-Rob (thinks that Herc's old trains will be sent elsewhere to be cannibalized for parts)
A.C.E. member since 1990
Posting @ Coasterbuzz since 2000
E.C.C. member since 2002
*** This post was edited by Rob Ascough 9/19/2003 12:20:14 PM ***
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Signature will be closed today. Sorry for the inconveinance.
Perhaps I am wrong (having never been to HW) but I'd bet that if SRM or PPP weren't generating good press/$ for the respective parks, they'd be gone in a flash. (Well, I suppose SRM is a moot point now, but you get the idea).
Not intending to flame. Just stating my point of view.
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*** This post was edited by ApolloAndy 9/20/2003 10:46:17 PM ***
ex. I hate the beast. I hate it beyond all belief. It isn't even in my top ten(and I haven't ridden that many wooden coasters).
I love SOB. It currently sits at my top coaster of all coasters.I love the speed , the helices , and being thrown to one side constantly.
I also don't hate what most enthusiasts call the ultimate rathole.SFKK. It's not really all that bad , and T2 is WAY less rough than Ninja at SFOG.
I side with Dante on this one(and mOOsh too for that beast comment ;) ).
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When I was in church the other day my teacher asked if we knew anyone that was so smart they were weird.
I stood up and Bowed.
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I think everyone would have appreciated notice a little earlier than 4 days don't you think? Like I've said earlier, i'm not mad that Hercules is closing. It's HOW Hercules was closed.
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*** This post was edited by krazy pete 9/21/2003 12:56:54 AM ***
Does anyone know what dates it will be demolished?
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When I was in church the other day my teacher asked if we knew anyone that was so smart they were weird.
I stood up and Bowed.
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This space will forever be dedicated to Hercules-R.I.P. 1989-2003
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-Rob
A.C.E. member since 1990
Posting @ Coasterbuzz since 2000
E.C.C. member since 2002
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Half of the people surveyed agree, half disagree and another half are unsure.
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-Rob
A.C.E. member since 1990
Posting @ Coasterbuzz since 2000
E.C.C. member since 2002
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This space will forever be dedicated to Hercules-R.I.P. 1989-2003
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