Luna Park at Coney Island opens two new roller coasters

Nice to see the 'Steeplechase' name being revived, even if it's not a true Steeplechase coaster.

I didn't see anything in there about an opening date. It's probably to much to hope for Memorial Day weekend.

First new in 80 years? Didn't they just build two new ones last year?

I was thinking the exact same thing.

Jason Hammond said:
I didn't see anything in there about an opening date. It's probably to much to hope for Memorial Day weekend.

It is hoped that all 4 rides in the Screamzone will open today or tomorrow - worst case scenario, it will be next weekend. Everything else at Coney has already opened for season and operates weekends until Memorial Day when daily ops start.

I wonder whether the relocated Volare is more or less uncomfortable than the Cyclone... :)

I actually commented to them about the coaster statement. In fact there has been nearly a dozen coasters built since the cyclone.

It's good to see more new rides coming in though I am still annoyed at Zamperla outing so many local businesses for their grand plan. especially since any food stands/Restaurants they open will be run by Sedexco.

Richard Bannister said:
I wonder whether the relocated Volare is more or less uncomfortable than the Cyclone... :)

Much more comfortable. The new rolling stock no longer has any cage or elements around your head to bang into. Additionally, the back of the train uses a series of rubber straps as a restraint. It's still not a great ride but there is no pain or discomfort anymore.

Interesting. I might just have to give the Volares another chance.

^^ Can you post a picture of the new train?

I will get a few more this weekend as this picture really doesn't explain much - you really need to see it with a rider in the vehicle:

http://tinyurl.com/3kdaxws