And if I recall, the big hubbub about the WindSeeker compared to the competitors' models was that WindSeekers' steel arms allowed them to operate in much higher winds, and at much higher altitudes (an absolute must for Cedar Point's windy peninsula and for the astounding 300' height, apparently...) Ironically, the old chain-and-chair versions offered by competitors seem to be, at least, no less resistant to heights / winds.

In other words, it seems like the WindSeeker model had a whole lot of hoopla (music and lighting packages) and innovation for the sake of innovation (metal instead of chain arms) that are not proving themselves very worthwhile...

I would say one of the biggest reasons for going with Mondial was capacity (WindSeeker- 64 riders, Starflyer- 24).

I think that number is a little different now:

WindSeeker- 00 riders, Starflyer- 24

SkyScreamers have 32 seats.

Still less than 64, but infinitely more than 0.

SkyScreamers have 32 seats.

The swing in my back yard has a larger active seat capacity than WS now.

WindSeeker at KI was closed on Sunday when I went.

Yes,we know, that is why this topic is called Cedar Fair shuts down all WindSeekers.