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    WTF BPB?

    On the advertising front, my Facebook keeps getting infusion pushed. The comments are not great. Why would you pick your worst coaster as your marketing campaign?
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    WTF BPB?

    I agree Steeplechase shouldn't go anywhere. And BPB should be commended for their commitment to what I'd call heritage coasters (the work being done on Big Dipper and the Big One to keep them going). I agree that the park is kind of linked to the popularity of Blackpool. However, Blackpool...
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    WTF BPB?

    I visited a few weeks ago. We must have been very lucky as we rode most of the rides in the park and never really queued any huge amounts of time. However, we did have a few gripes… I agree that the staggered opening times can be frustrating but we had the same at plopsaland and it didn’t...
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    Alton Towers | Nemesis Reborn | B&M Retrack | 2024

    Marmite indeed. I’m holding judgement until the track is fully installed. But to me - this feels a bit too blatant if that makes sense. The original track had a subtlety to it. You had to look to see the theme. This feels more like it’s trying a bit too much. But… it could turn out to look...
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    'Good' parks that you just don't vibe with

    I really enjoy Busch Gardens Tampa - mainly I think because I go with the intention of hotting the coasters/major rides and then trying to beat any traffic out. However, I can see why after Disney and Universal it feels so disappointing. Also, I feel they would be better off calling it a day as...
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    Which Coasters Have You Had a Zen Ride On?

    I don't know if zen is the right word, but, the recently had the pleasure of riding Ghostrider at Knott's. Last train of the day, front rider and just after the rain. 3rd time that day and it went like s**t of a stick. It really stands out as a moment that encapsulated a trip to California that...
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    The best drop towers in world

    It's got a lot of mentions but the Tower of Terror in DS in Florida has to be one of the best. It just knows how to ratchet up the tension. However, having finally gotten out to California this year I actually really enjoyed Guardians of the Galaxy: Mission Breakout. I know people were upset...
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    Drayton Manor Resort Five Year Plan 2022 - 2026

    Why am I getting sonic the hedgehog vibes off the gold ring? Is that a thing? We know parks live an IP these days.
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