News Archive - December 2001

Oz project dead

Posted | Contributed by supermandl

After years of fighting with local government, the plan to build an Oz theme park has been abandoned.

COASTERnet adds Paramount's Kings Island to park gallery

Posted | Contributed by Blast Coaster

New guide covers the Ohio park's 14 coasters and history, 1972 to present.

Off season? Tell that to Knott's, Magic Mountain and Disneyland

Posted | Contributed by James Disney

Knott's gets more track for Xcelerator, the Disneyland Resort prepares for New Year's and Magic Mountain previews X.

OSHA fines Lake Compounce after worker's death

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Park will pay $14,500 in fines following changes in safety procedures.

US theme parks consider local culture overseas

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Asian and European parks often must adapt American presentation for local customs.

Full X report available at Twisted Rails with video

Posted | Contributed by Karl DeAngelo

A report of X's first public day of operation including photos, a ride review and video.

Cornball Express granted zoning variance among protest, after completion

Posted | Contributed by Wabash Cannonball

Wood coaster was built without approval from local planning authority.

One Click adds photos of the UK's top two parks

Posted | Contributed by Andy One Click

Photos of Blackpool Pleasure Beach and Alton Towers are added to One Click.

Backtracking the Construction of Cornball Express

Posted | Contributed by Glitch01

Large gallery contains a timeline, tons of photos, construction reports, and reviews.

The Ark in the Park

Posted | Contributed by d n s u

A pictorial celebration of the Noah's Ark at Blackpool Pleasure Beach.

Six Flags New England floorless has complete first drop

Posted | Contributed by sixflagsnews

While no official announcement has been made, the New England floorless has peaked.

Man admits to fondling girls at Six Flags Worlds of Adventure

Posted | Contributed by wkyc.com

Canton man admits to fondling two girls at Six Flags Worlds of Adventure over the summer.

Xcelerator pieces are stacking up at Knott's

Posted | Contributed by Karl DeAngelo

Track and supports continue to arrive at Knott's Berry Farm.

More behind-the-scenes activity revealed at Astroworld

Posted | Contributed by Fierce Pancake

Thunder River refurbishment and new construction featured in this update from Sixflagshouston.com.

X reviewed with photos on Americacoasters.com

Posted | Contributed by xbombman

A look at Magic Mountain's long-awaited 4th Dimension.

Starcoasters.com adds 62 images from Paramount's Kings Dominion

Posted | Contributed by StarCoasters

Gallery features Hypersonic, Volcano, and more.

Indiana Beach Guide updates with new Photos and an editorial by Richard Zellner.

Posted | Contributed by Wabash Cannonball

See new photos of the renovation of Superstition Mountain, two dozen photos of the Hoosier Hurricane and read an editorial by Richard Zellner.

2001 Cedar Point survey results released on Virtual Midway

Posted | Contributed by Gemini

The results are in and (surprise) Millennium Force is the big winner.

Disneyland ultrasound beam measures height for kids tall enough to ride

Posted | Contributed by Kick The Sky

Measuring kids for height requirements is no longer a judgement call.

Cyclone begins to whirl at Dreamworld

Posted | Contributed by Karl DeAngelo

Tests runs are being conducted on the relocated Arrow coaster.

Photos of The Great Escape added to Alex's Place

Posted | Contributed by Alex Nagel

Photos include the classic Comet.

Cedar Fair finalizes capital expenditures for 2002

Posted | Contributed by Captain Matt

Nearly all improvements for next year spelled out.

X to open to 2001 season pass holders Christmas Eve

Posted | Contributed by beast7369

Santa will get the pass holders on the ride weeks before the public.

Analysts say Disney park attendance will be low for years

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Recession and war will cause serious decline in revenue, according to analysts.

Kennywood confirms extended season for 2002

Posted | Contributed by GregLeg

2002 calendar includes "Phantom Fright Nights" in September and October.

Xcelerator and Tower of Terror construction update

Posted | Contributed by James Disney

As Knott's newly announced ride continues to arrive in pieces, Disney begins ground moving for their Tower of Terror project.

Nearly 40 Six Flags Worlds of Adventure full-timers let go

Posted | Contributed by Mr. Villain

Park says jobs were eliminated due to overlap in responsibility following merger of Six Flags and former Sea World parks.

Knott's new coaster offically announced

Posted | Contributed by rob4420

Launched Intamin coaster will send riders 205 feet up and send them back down at 90 degrees.

John Wardley brings us the latest AIR construction photos

Posted | Contributed by Andy One Click

The designer of the first B&M flying coaster reveals latest photos of its construction.

New Paramount's Kings Dominion photo gallery unveiled

Posted | Contributed by Blast Coaster

Experience the Doswell, VA park virtually with a gallery of 53 high-quality images including on-ride shots.

Columnist shares ideas of new themed area inside Marine World

Posted | Contributed by Brian Grapes

SFMW Online columninst Blake Lennon presents his ideas of a new Batman-themed area inside Six Flags Marine World.

Ohio parks raising prices for next season

Posted | Contributed by wkyc.com

The big three will up prices by $2 or more.

Old Bob-Lo boat courts Sandusky for home

Posted | Contributed by Captain Matt

Steamer could find home on North Coast as a dinner boat or bed-and-breakfast.

Six Flags Darien Lake gets Shipwreck Falls for 2002

Posted | Contributed by sfdl dude

A shoot-the-chutes ride has been formally announced in the season pass renewal letter sent out to pass holders.

Taiwanese floorless gets promo site

Posted | Contributed by roomraider

Janfusun reveals the existance of their new floorless coaster.

The 2002 Hershey Park guide added to Alex's Place

Posted | Contributed by Alex Nagel

Complete coverage of Roller Soaker will continue through winter.

SixFlags Holland reveals track and tech specs of its hypercoaster Goliath

Posted | Contributed by ronTPV

Renderings, video revealed for new Intamin ride.

Arrow confirms restructuring and has filed for Chapter 11 reorgranization

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Manufacturer will outsource steel fabrication.

Air trains arrived at Alton Towers

Posted | Contributed by Wayne_TowersTimes

Although it's the closed season, sw5live.com has pictures from the site.

Knott's Berry Farm annual passes deeply discounted

Posted | Contributed by Karl DeAngelo

Passes are available for $49.95 if you purchase four or more.

Silver Star's helix takes shape

Posted | Contributed by Taipan

Europe's B&M speed coaster continues to make its mark on the German landscape.

One Click joins CoasterBuzz as newest affiliate

Posted | Contributed by Andy Simpson

The roller coaster and amusement park photography site One Click is re-launched officially as a CoasterBuzz affiliate.

Phantom's Revenge trims installed

Posted | Contributed by cernelli

The installation of trim brakes on Phantom's Revenge is complete, enabling two train operation.

Reel Time: memories of the Virginia Reel at Blackpool

Posted | Contributed by d n s u

Personal memories of the much missed ride at Blackpool Pleasure Beach.

Pleasure Beach Virginia Reel recreated in RCT

Posted | Contributed by Jim "Red Phoenix" Chamberlin

Pleasure Beach's Virginia Reel has been virtually brought onto your PC in RCT.

CoasterGallery.com adds Lakeside Amusment Park

Posted | Contributed by CaptainJoel

CoasterGallery.com's latest addition from Denver is just part of the new features in the Gallery.

Starcoasters.com features "Halloween in the Parks"

Posted | Contributed by StarCoasters

Paramount's Scarowinds and Sea World California are featured.

Supports arrive at Knott's Berry Farm for new Intamin ride

Posted | Contributed by Karl DeAngelo

Site preparation continues inside the park as more steel arrives outside.

New England floorless goes vertical

Posted | Contributed by themeparkne

Station and supports in place at Six Flags New England.

Free admission to Disney and Orlando parks for service people

Posted | Contributed by supermandl

Popular tourist attractions invite those protecting the US to enjoy parks free.

Activists oppose import of whales to Six Flags

Posted | Contributed by Mr. Villain

Activist says that whales belong in ocean, not park.

Former Universal chief steps down

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Among his credits, executive launched Islands of Adventure during his tenure.

2001 Worlds of Adventure survey ready to be tackled

Posted | Contributed by Mr. Villain

Tell this CoasterBuzz affiliate how you feel about the 2001 season at the new Six Flags super-park.

More Astroworld behind-the-scenes photos published

Posted | Contributed by Fierce Pancake

Second installment of off-season documentation at Six Flags Astroworld shows ground preparation for an S&S attraction and renovation of Nottingham Village.

Camp Snoopy (Mall of America) debuts season passes

Posted | Contributed by CoastaPlaya

Indoor theme park debuts a season pass offer.

Construction pictures of Indiana Beach's lost coaster in Superstion Mountian posted

Posted | Contributed by Wabash Cannonball

Work has begun on the mountain as well as the retracking of the Hoosier Hurricane.

Knotts offers free admission in toy drive

Posted | Contributed by Rick121

A $10 toy is good for admission to make the season a little brighter for kids in need.

Paramount's Great America announces 2002 attractions

Posted | Contributed by SFMWManiac87

New flat rides and new characters will grace the park.

Theme Park Brochures now features new and old maps

Posted | Contributed by Zimm

A new map section has been added to the site, which features new and old theme park brochures.

SoCal buzzes with activity as Disney begins Tower of Terror

Posted | Contributed by James Disney

Disney begins work on Tower of Terror and Bugs Town, Knott's gets more track and the annual Christmas Crafts has begun.

2001 Internet Wooden Coaster Poll results published

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Tonnerre de Zeus edges out Shivering Timbers for top spot.

Developer wants to restore Buckeye Lake

Posted | Contributed by bigkirby

Long defunct park may make come back if development company can raise funds.

New S&S Thrust Air gets promo site in Japan

Posted | Contributed by olov

Now you can see Dodonpa in action.

California Screamin': now available in your home

Posted | Contributed by Chitown

Disney is selling a working model of its California Adventure roller coaster online.

Modifications to X continue at Magic Mountain

Posted | Contributed by Karl DeAngelo

Arrow and Magic Mountain continue to work on X, preparing it for an eventual opening.

Intamin track continues to stack up at Knott's

Posted | Contributed by xbombman

Several more pieces of Intamin box track have arrived at Knott's Berry Farm.

Whalom Park's future in jeopardy

Posted | Contributed by Chitown

Park faces the auction block and may be raised for other interests.

Coaster trading cards for sale

Posted | Contributed by scoaster

A trading card company is now selling cards of roller coasters.

Williamsburg's Alpengeist recreated in RCT

Posted | Contributed by Jim "Red Phoenix" Chamberlin

Giant Busch Gardens inverter hits the desktop in a virtual park.

Two wooden roller coaster models added to CMG Models

Posted | Contributed by CMG

The two models were built for Great Coasters International Inc. and debuted at IAAPA 2001.

News archive

Loading...