GCI Titan Track Conversion
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CanobieFan
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To be fair, Mine Blower isn't in Orlando.
also, the extended track work for WL was the turnaround, its not the new steel track stuff but it did get new wood retracking and running rail.
also, the extended track work for WL was the turnaround, its not the new steel track stuff but it did get new wood retracking and running rail.
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CSLKennyNI
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An article about this "Titan Track" has surfaced online, only accessible from the US though.
www.dailyitem.com
Seems Six Flags have already bought one then? Also 3 potential GCIs in Europe is intriguing....
Great Coasters International seeks patent for 'Titan Track'
AUGUSTAVILLE — Great Coasters International in Northumberland County is prepared to introduce the newest advancement in steel tracks for both wooden and steel coasters.
Seems Six Flags have already bought one then? Also 3 potential GCIs in Europe is intriguing....
roomraider
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Kind of suggests SF haven't bought one for Predator just yet. it says thay they have 4 signed off projects 1 in Dubai, 2 in China, 1 in Vietnam. Then states the 2 for the USA (and 8 for China and 3 for Europe) are just proposals. So doesn't sound like SF have bought anything for Darien Lake just yet as it's still in proposal.
Coaster Chall YouTube
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I think because the UK doesn't count in Europe anymore then Thorpe or Paultons isn't included ahaha ? Maybe it could be some smaller theme parks making significant investmentsAn article about this "Titan Track" has surfaced online, only accessible from the US though.
Great Coasters International seeks patent for 'Titan Track'
AUGUSTAVILLE — Great Coasters International in Northumberland County is prepared to introduce the newest advancement in steel tracks for both wooden and steel coasters.
Also 3 potential GCIs in Europe is intriguing....
Nicky Borrill
Strata Poster
Could be a retrack of problem areas...
saying no names, Big Bob...
Almost certain they’d offer this as a fix at a very reasonable price, as Merlin will be in communication with them over the issues with the ride.
Coaster Chall YouTube
Hyper Poster
Yh absolutely agree. But tbf even if there's one new project in there I don't know where it would go but I think it almost certainly boosts the unsure aspirations of Thorpe Park fans on the GCI Bandwagon aha ?
Expanding topic as broader "Titan Track" discussion.
I'm most keen if Cedar Fair bites at all on this. They remain stubborn on working most closely with GCI (a la retrack of Ghostrider, 540 helix removal on Timberwolf) rather than checking immediately into RMC. Would be curious if GCI could sell them on Titan Track, as they absolutely have a few coasters that would greatly benefit (Hurler, Carowinds; Grizzlies, etc.)
I'm most keen if Cedar Fair bites at all on this. They remain stubborn on working most closely with GCI (a la retrack of Ghostrider, 540 helix removal on Timberwolf) rather than checking immediately into RMC. Would be curious if GCI could sell them on Titan Track, as they absolutely have a few coasters that would greatly benefit (Hurler, Carowinds; Grizzlies, etc.)
CSLKennyNI
Giga Poster
UK is and always will be part of the continent of Europe. Geography cannot change. Could still very much be in play.
Coaster Chall YouTube
Hyper Poster
Ah right fairs. So with that then, the UK's best option is Flamingo Land or Thorpe Park in my opinion if there's new projects in the works but probably won't happen
VonRolland
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If you think Flamingo are getting a GCI you need a lie down in a dark room immediately
Youngster Joey
Strata Poster
To expand on the Darien Lake part, It's likely retracking the helix turnaround (at 43 seconds) and potentially the hill immediately before and after. That has consistently been the roughest portion of the ride despite it being retracked frequently.
Sadly this also likely means SF isn't planning to RMC it and thats a bummer for us local enthusiasts.
Sadly this also likely means SF isn't planning to RMC it and thats a bummer for us local enthusiasts.
Coaster Chall YouTube
Hyper Poster
Tbh Flamingo Land is the most unlikeliest of options but it is only cause apart from Thorpe, there's no other UK options. Alton Towers can retrack sections of Wickerman, Blackpool Pleasure Beach can't remove any of their listed woodies and other parks can't afford a GCI from scratch. Paultons Park maybe but where would it go? Other than that, Megafobia retrack? Thats it
CrashCoaster
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Lol Paulton's virtually has more room than most of the UK theme parks except Alton. They could easily fit one. Not that they will though.
Youngster Joey
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Well I called where the retrack was, Hopefully its all of the death turn. Will probably be riding it memorial day weekend (if it's open...) when I go to process my pass.
TPoseOnTantrum
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Death turn hurts my arm, needed fixing. Looks like it’s all been covered though. This video was posted a few days ago when the track was first spotted;
Youngster Joey
Strata Poster
this video doesn't show me the valley at the end of the curve definitively which is why i said that. That valley is a large part of what makes it so brutal.