News Archive - December 2000

Cedar Point says Magic Mountain will have little impact on attendance

Posted | Contributed by joey isch

Toledo newspaper article says that Magic Mountain announcement to build three coasters will have little effect on Cedar Point, no matter how you count the coasters.

Six Flags over Texas offers season pass upgrade

Posted | Contributed by RagingBull

For $29.99, season pass holders can upgrade to the 2001 Celebration Season Pass.

Titan construction photos from Texas posted

Posted | Contributed by Lone Star Thrills

27 New photos of Titan at Six Flags Over Texas posted to Lone Star Thrills.

On-site Talon construction photos posted

Posted | Contributed by Joel Styer

RideZone has the third installment of Talon construction photos available.

Disneyland fills to capacity, suggests alternate visiting dates

Posted | Contributed by Karl Buiter

Massive holiday crowds have forced Disneyland to close its gates early three times this week.

Dolly's Splash Country moving along "swimmingly"

Posted | Contributed by coasterTal

Dolly's Splash Country is moving along as scheduled despite bad weather.

Kraken 3D computer model on Badnitrus

Posted | Contributed by Badnitrus

Kraken, a B&M floorless coaster in Florida has been modeled at Badnitrus.

Green Vekoma track settles in the snow at Six Flags Ohio

Posted | Contributed by Chip Wood

Braving crappy picture-taking conditions, we've snapped a bunch of pictures of the brand new lime-green track just unloaded in the SFO parking lot.

Mantis promo video surfaces from 1995

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Press video introduces story behind Cedar Point's Mantis stand-up coaster.

Supports, track unloaded in Six Flags Ohio parking lot

Posted | Contributed by Chip Wood

Four trucks were photographed unloading dark blue supports for the new thrill ride at Six Flags Ohio.

WestCoaster is updated with photos and news from Knott's, ESPN

Posted | Contributed by James Disney

A round up of the latest happenings from the Disneyland Resort, Knott's Berry Farm, Magic Mountain and the new ESPN Sports Zone.

New and recent pics added to coasterbysteve

Posted | Contributed by coastersbysteve

Photos added from Kennywood, Conneaut Lake, and The Old Country.

New Titan construction photos posted from Texas

Posted | Contributed by Lone Star Thrills

Seven new photos document the birth of a Titan in Texas.

Park attendance up three percent in 2000

Posted | Contributed by coastersrz

The top 50 North American parks acquired a three percent increase in admissions this year, according to <i>AB</i>.

Cedar Point already disputing Magic Mountain claim of most coasters

Posted | Contributed by Chitown

Sandusky park says that Magic Mountain's Superman: The Escape, is not considered a coaster.

Cedar Fair announces distribution and board elections

Posted | Contributed by Skyboss01

Quarterly distribution maintained as Miears retires from board.

Fun Times 2000 newsletter available from Morgan

Posted | Contributed by RagingBull

Morgan has posted the Fun Times 2000 newsletter, featuring Steel Dragon, Phantom's Revenge, and Bonfante Gardens.

CCI posts construction pics, new on-ride videos

Posted | Contributed by RagingBull

Custom Coasters International has posted the first construction shots of Cornball Express, as well as videos of The Boss, Raven, and Ghostrider.

Rollercoaster.com purchased by ThrillRide

Posted | Contributed by Brandon Rodriguez

RollerCoaster.com has been purchased by coaster feature and rumor site ThrillRide.

New 3D roller coaster building simulation released for PC

Posted | Contributed by Dawg Byte

Pantera Entertainment has just released a new roller coaster building simulation where you can build and ride your coaster creations in full 3D.

Sites post pictures from Six Flags Magic Mountain announcement

Posted | Contributed by RagingBull

Two websites have posted pictures from the announcement at Six Flags Magic Mountain, including shots of the X train.

California Adventure ramps up testing in final weeks before opening

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

CNN reports that Disney's new California Adventure will begin heavily testing rides and perhaps offer a soft opening.

Orlando paper says coaster coming to Animal Kingdom

Posted | Contributed by Mr. Peanut

<i>The Orlando Sentinal</i> reports on the rumored coaster and expansion at Animal Kingdom.

Montreal inks deal with Six Flags for La Ronde

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Theme park giant to acquire Montreal park from city with substantial investment.

Magic Mountain officially announces three new coasters

Posted | Contributed by RagingBull

The official press release and two pieces of concept art are now online at the Six Flags Web site.

RideMan posts editorial and article on coaster blocking schemes

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Dave "RideMan" Althoff, Jr. posts an article on coaster blocking and says in an editorial that one important aspect of ride inspection, your own, is often overlooked.

Pinfari offering "tilt" coaster as well

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Giovanola isn't the only game in town if you're looking for a tilt track vertical coaster.

Six Flags America requests approval of Flying Dutchman and stand-up coasters

Posted | Contributed by 2Hostyl

Document submitted to local zoning board details plans for DC-area park.

Coaster contest and Krypton Coaster rendered at Badnitrus

Posted | Contributed by Badnitrus

Enter a contest to have any coaster you want animated by Badnitrus, and check out Superman: Krypton Coaster renderings.

SoCal paper talks more about Magic Mountain coasters

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

While the official announcement still hasn't been made, the <i>LA Times</i> talks more about the three new coasters coming to Six Flags Magic Mountain.

Magic Mountain announces three new coasters, sort of

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Season pass renewal information mailed to pass holders describes three new rides for the 2001 season.

Son of Beast manufacturer shifts blame back to Paramount

Posted | Contributed by Jacob

Roller Coaster Company of Ohio responds to lawsuit and says that Paramount's Kings Island is to blame for excessive closure.

Raptor promo video from 1993 reappears on the Net

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Crude animation of early B&M inverter sells Cedar Point ride.

Essayist confirms what we all know about coaster safety

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Author agrees that Congressman Markey isn't too bright.

SFO construction goodies debut on Refreshing Look

Posted | Contributed by Chip Wood

SFO: A Refreshing Look debuts its construction section for Six Flags Ohio.

Phantom's Revenge animation on Badnitrus

Posted | Contributed by Badnitrus

Take a ride on Phantom's Revenge, new at Kennywood for 2001.

Hypersonic getting vertical at Kings Dominion, photos released

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

New air-launched coaster starting to rise over the trees at Paramount's Virginia park.

Parks overlooked by investors despite profitability

Posted | Contributed by The One The Only Coaster God

While not hinting at huge returns, report finds that amusement parks provide steady returns.

Cedar Point fan site opens third annual survey

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Guide to The Point, the largest Cedar Point fan site on the Net, launches its third annual poll.

Metro animation now on Badnitrus

Posted | Contributed by Badnitrus

Be the first to ride the new Intamin inverted coaster in Finland!

Six Flags Ohio construction pics at SFO Adventure

Posted | Contributed by BigKappa

There is some interesting stuff going on in the Raging Wolf Bobs/Grizzly Run area.

49 new Six Flags Magic Mountain photos

Posted | Contributed by Tim Santa Cruz

All new photos from California's largest theme park.

Construction begins on Titan in Texas

Posted | Contributed by RagingBull

Construction on the new Giovanola hypercoaster is underway at Six Flags Over Texas.

Six Flags purchases Enchanted Village

Posted | Contributed by Simcoaster

Theme park giant adds Seattle-area park to portfolio.

IAAPA 2000: B&M train modeled on Badnitrus

Posted | Contributed by Badnitrus

New B&M train shown at recent trade show modeled on Badnitrus.

Blaze destroys Wilidwood ride at Morey's

Posted | Contributed by daisybean

Morey's Piers' Balloon Race ride was destroyed by a fire yesterday.

Official PKI anouncement far off

Posted | Contributed by coastersrz

An official anouncement on PKI`s website about next year`s attraction won`t be made untill early February.

Dolly's waterpark now has a name

Posted | Contributed by RagingBull

Dollywood has finally chosen a name for their waterpark: Dolly's Splash Country.

Dragon's Descent coming to Funtown USA

Posted | Contributed by RagingBull

Funtown USA will install an S&S Power Turbo Drop for the 2001 season.

Knott's Hauted Shack removed in its entirety

Posted | Contributed by Bob Barber

Classic ride is gone from the farm.

40 Magnum and Millennium Force shots added to Spirit of the Point

Posted | Contributed by Dan

Photos of the North Coast's biggest coasters keep you warm in December.

Rollerghoster movie has shocking ending

Posted | Contributed by Rollerghoster.com

Amateur film will dazzle you on portable coaster in Germany.

Disney announces new annual passport prices for resort

Posted | Contributed by Tim Santa Cruz

Disneyland announces new plans to accomodate California Adventure.

Talon continues to rise over Allentown

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Dorney's new B&M inverter has a complete first drop.

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