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Yeah, it's primarily nostalgia, and not exclusive to ride closures. Same sort of reaction happens when certain TV shows end, bands/musicians retire. Absence makes the heart grow fonder, and all that jazz.

I would be shocked if the Tories won this election. I wasn't shocked by Brexit to be honest. Up here in the north, and in numerous working class towns, you could sense the confidence people had in the Leave campaign. I think it was mainly the London bubble, press, etc that 'scoffed' at the...

This election really highlights the glaring failure of the two party system. I don't think that Labour will be quite as devastating for the country as the Tories have been for the last 14 years, that's something that will be hard to top. However, in a country so divided on numerous issues...

I'd estimate that size has become less relevant over time, at least compared to what it was back in the 90's and early noughties. Don't get me wrong, size is still the most marketable stat out there, however, parks and manufacturers seem to be able to focus more on unique, high quality layouts...

I've been to a couple of opening days over the years and they're by far my least favourite time to visit a theme park. Full of press, vloggers, crowds. No thanks. I don't need to be the first to ride something new, I'd much rather wait and enjoy it in a calmer environment, which in my opinion...

The old Pinfaris at M&D's definitely felt one step away from disaster during the times I rode them. And that's before the 2016 accident on Tsunami.

As far as the overall aesthetic goes, it's not the worst. Don't get me wrong, there's nothing awe inspiring either, but I'll give it a pass.

I actually think a gyro like Loke would be a brilliant addition to Towers. Good capacity, decent cycle, a visual spectacle for off ride guests. Too tall you say? Why, even more reason to go subterranean. Just imagine how good Forbidden Valley would be if it was made up of several expansive...

Unless they go all out on the theming, a la Talocan, then I don't quite understand the choice of flat. I'm not being ungrateful, considering the sorry state Towers finds itself in, in terms of flat ride availability. But, what gives? They've gone for the exact same ride in pretty much the...

Not 100% yet, but I'm very interested to jump on this! If anyone has a seat spare from the midlands, I'll probably look to head down the night before, have a few pints and whatnot.

There's actually quite a lot you could do with Galactica. Does it warrant a retrack? No. But give it a fresh lick of paint and a bring the theme in line with the rest of FV. You don't really need to be too specific, story wise. Just loosely tie it into the Nemesis lore, give the station an...

I completely agree Nicky. The poor attempts to capitalise on every little thing are becoming rather transparent. I get that it's a business, but surely by having things like this included within the standard entry fee, you're giving people more reason to re-visit the park and part with their...

Yeah, I do at this point think BPB are edging into the whole 'exploit our loyal fanbase' territory. They will literally shove a price tag on anything these days. A lump of chewing gum found under the table of Coasters? £30.00 please... it's exclusive...from 1994. And sadly, people still lap it...

I'm probably on my own here, but watching this thing on the test run gave me Steel Curtain vibes

Enthusiasts that bombard theme park social media teams... right up there with Rob Alvey in my opinion.

The station is giving me Icon vibes. Question is, are we to expect some cheeky astroturf?

They've missed an opportunity if they don't call it Ride II Happiness

It's nothing new, sadly. The Thompsons are pretty efficient at bulldozing woodies. More efficient, in fact, than they are at replacing them. I call it The Thompson Chainsaw Massacre.

Yeah, this was exactly my first thought when I saw the POV. The ride looks to have come together well, from what I've seen. But this is the main change I'm not particularly fond of. I really loved that design aspect of Nemesis, how you start the ride going into the trees and seclusion, then...

That red water could easily be colour correction in post editing. I'd bloody (no pun intended) love the return of the blood waterfalls. Just don't want anybody to potentially be disappointed! What's that song by TLC again? Don't go chasing (blood) waterfalls