Merthecat

This was posted by the park GM (later deleted, I believe) on Twitter:

Not sure if this was already posted (probably), but there was an article on my local news that was posted to Carowinds Connection about a man who recently rode Diamondback for the 12,000th time. http://www.wral.com/man-73-rides-ohio-roller-coaster-for-12-000th-time/14742034/

Congratulations, and it sounds like you had a fun day!

Yep, I've seen Gatekeeper while at Carowinds (at which they only seem to play POV's of Carolina Cyclone).

That actually looks pretty cool, particularly the first hill following the drop. Certainly not the craziest thing possible, but a great ride nonetheless, I'm sure.

Personally I think that either 3 or 4 would fit it, but 5 is too much.

There are multiple hotels in the vicinity of Carowinds, but not any on the property.

Interpreter, do you actually know what Carowinds is getting? If so, and you say the best is yet to come, then I certainly believe you.

As much as I hate this news, I have a feeling that it's not as bad as we think it is...

Truly a terrible mistake, if you ask me. Nothing was wrong with that ride except for the last leg of the trip being a bit bumpy. If they actually remove it (who knows -- maybe we could see RMC do something to it), they'd better put something SPECTACULAR in it's place to justify it's removal.

...except for the second half of the trip... No, it's not going anywhere soon. Or at least, it shouldn't be.

I find it hilarious that they showed Intimidator instead of Flying Ace Aerial Chase. I mean, how is it even possible to confuse the two rides?!?!?!

I'm pretty sure it only applies to brand-new B&Ms, which is why Kings Dominion was chosen as the recipient of Dominator.

Fury 325?

This probably isn't the right place to ask, but what are the themed areas of Cedar Point called, if there are any? I haven't been able to find it anywhere else.

Hmmm...I wonder if it's possible that the "no B&M's within a certain distance of Busch Gardens" limit will be removed? I kinda doubt it, though...

Darn, we may have to think about renaming ours...

Some pictures of Fury 325 (and other stuff):

Yep, they said that. It was in the Charlotte Observer's article too.

Does Cedar Point not already have enough world-record-breaking/one-of-a-kind roller coasters??

From any parks, I guess, and including Fun TV.

Maybe we could start a Google Spreadsheet where people can add all the songs they've heard over the speakers or on FunTV at which park?

I would give you my suggestion, but I just might be a little biased...

^ Hey, that's Terpy's job!

I rode it yesterday! (pics coming later) It was INCREDIBLE. The speed is unbelievable, the efficiency is great, and the ride never stops moving until the brakes. However, I was on the last train before it broke down, and had to be evacuated from the brake run just outside the station. Thankfully, none of the trains were on the lift hill yet. I can't imagine having to be evacuated from that hill... But it's an awesome ride! The line may look long, but it moves VERY quickly.